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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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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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What is MS?
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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
News & stories
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Update your address
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Research
Our research
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Our research leadership
Studies we support
For health professionals
Resources
Clinical learning
Professional development
Service development
Courses & training
Funding your learning
MS Trust conference
Development Module
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External courses
Therapists in MS (TiMS)
About TiMS
Meet the TiMS working group
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Join the TiMS network
Order publications
Latest
Latest news for HPs
Keep in touch
MS in Practice
Programmes
Advanced MS Champions programme
Case studies
MS Forward View
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