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Embracing diversity at ECTRIMS: a call to action

Natalie from “The Nerve of My Multiple Sclerosis,” highlights challenges faced by the Black MS community, advocates for greater visibility and support within the MS community. In this blog she shares her experiences at the recent ECTRIMS conference.
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Join us at ECTRIMS4me

Sign up for ECTRIMS Patient Community Day

Join us at a free online gathering to learn about the latest research advancements that could directly impact MS treatment and care.
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Ask the expert: Bowel and bladder problems in MS

Talking about your toilet troubles can sometimes be embarrassing - there’s no getting away from it! But bowel and bladder symptoms in MS are common and often easily managed, so it’s important to be open about what you’re going through so you can get the support you need. We put some of your questions about these issues to MS specialist nurse Noreen Barker.
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Ask the expert: speech problems

Some people with multiple sclerosis may experience problems with their speech. This can include slurred speech, poor voice quality and difficulty remembering words. We spoke to a speech and language therapist to find out what causes these problems and learn about some of the practical strategies that can help.
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End stage MS

It is rare, although not impossible, for someone to die from MS itself. However, some people with MS develop disabilities that make them vulnerable to serious complications which can lead to death.
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Ask the expert: swallowing problems

A speech and language therapist explains what causes swallowing problems in MS and shares practical strategies that can help.
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Staying active: resistance training and MS

We talk to physiotherapist Rachel Ross about evidence that resistance training can have positive effects on your brain
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How do you get the best out of your MS Nurse appointment?

If you’re not sure how to best prepare for your next MS Nurse appointment, this could be the podcast for you. Our guest, MS Trust Lead Nurse Specialist, Dr Lou Jarrett explores some helpful tips on how to best prepare for your appointment.
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Thinking and memory problems

Cognitive problems are common in multiple sclerosis (MS). This means problems with your memory, attention span, planning, decision making, understanding or concentration.
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  • MS information & support
    • About MS
      • Newly diagnosed
      • Young people and MS
      • Living with advanced MS
      • Causes of MS
      • How common is multiple sclerosis?
      • Types of MS
      • What is MS?
    • Symptoms & diagnosis
      • Worried you have MS?
      • Signs and symptoms
      • How is MS diagnosed?
      • What's causing my symptoms?
      • MS relapses and their management
    • Drugs & treatments
      • How is MS treated?
      • Disease modifying therapies (DMTs)
      • DMTs approved for use in the UK
      • Compare disease modifying therapies (DMTs)
      • Drugs in development
      • Treatment finder
      • Non-drug therapies
    • Health & wellbeing
      • Thinking and memory problems
      • Staying Smart
      • Exercise
      • Diet and MS
      • Wellbeing
    • Family, care & money
      • Relationships and family life
      • Care and carers
      • Home and travel
      • Work, money and legal
    • Support & services
      • Contact our MS helpline
      • MS services near me
      • My MS expert
      • Order a free MS publication
      • Listen to our podcast
      • Join our Facebook group
      • Find support groups
  • A-Z of MS
  • Get involved
    • Donate
      • Make a donation
      • Make a regular donation
      • Donate in memory
      • Other ways to donate
      • Gift Aid
    • Fundraise
      • MS Trust Exclusives
      • Do it your way
      • Trekking and walking events
      • Running events
      • Cycling events
      • Daredevil events
      • Fundraise while you shop
      • Get your fundraising guide
      • Pay in your fundraising
    • Raise awareness
      • Bring Your MS to Work
      • World MS Day 2026
      • MS Awareness Week 2026
    • Volunteer
    • Leave a gift in your will
    • Corporate fundraising
      • Corporate giving
      • Payroll giving
      • Pharmaceutical and other industry supporters
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    • Keep up to date
      • Sign up for updates
      • Update your address
    • Send us your story
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      • Professional development
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    • Courses & training
      • Funding your learning
      • MS Trust conference
      • Development Module
      • Study days
      • External courses
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      • Meet the TiMS working group
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      • Join the TiMS network
    • Order publications
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