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Practice positive affirmations. Verbalize aloud what you are grateful for. Once you start adding it up, you'll be amazed at how many things you have to appreciate. A ... read more
Stephanie
Living with Relapsing-Remitting MS (RRMS) Female More than 5 years
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Do not be afraid to stand up for yourself and to ask for what you need. At times, you may feel overwhelmed and slightly intimidated but proceed and ask. Do not giv ... read more
Living with Secondary-Progressive MS (SPMS) Age: 56 Female More than 5 years
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QUESTION OF THE DAY:
Remembering, concentrating, finding the right word…what helps you deal with cog fog?
I carry a crossover purse so I have a hand for my cane and a free hand to open doors.
Penny Helbig
Living with Relapsing-Remitting MS (RRMS) Age: 62 Female More than 5 years
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If you care for a family member with MS, get a power-of-attorney and several notarized copies. Sometimes the handwriting of the one with MS can deteriorate to the po ... read more
C.M. White
Care Partner for Relapsing-Remitting MS (RRMS) Age: 57 Female More than 5 years
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If you're planning a trip, be prepared just in case you get an exacerbation: a worsening of old symptoms or an appearance of new symptoms that last for 24 hours or m ... read more
Mary Rensel, MD
Healthcare provider for Multiple Sclerosis
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Trust your doctor and persevere. Depression can be a real challenge. It is easy to be afraid or scared. I believe you must think positive thoughts and talk positivel ... read more
Leah
Living with Relapsing-Remitting MS (RRMS) Age: 42 Female More than 5 years
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I have learned to laugh at myself when a part of my body decides it's not going to work properly. If I fall or can't move something, I look at it as a mini challenge ... read more
Laura
Living with Relapsing-Remitting MS (RRMS) Age: 43 Female 1 to 5 years
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Chef With MS Provides Meal-Prep Tips
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If you’re going to have to make a call to your insurance company, or you’re sitting down with your doctor, go in prepared with a bulleted list of generally not more ... read more
Cherie Binns, RN
Living with Relapsing-Remitting MS (RRMS) Age: 67 Female More than 5 years
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The night before a doctor’s appointment, list all your questions. The doctor will respect you more for coming with questions and also feel compelled to answer all of ... read more
Nancy Davis
Founder and Chairwoman of RacetoEraseMS Living with Multiple Sclerosis More than 5 years
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If you are offered the chance to be in a test group for a new drug, take it. If you have a good neurologist, trust them. S/he knows your case and will not steer you ... read more
Lori Nelson
Living with Relapsing-Remitting MS (RRMS) Age: 56 Female More than 5 years
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Take a break. Sit down, lay down let your body reboot 10, 15, 20 minutes whatever it takes.
Amilou
Care Partner for Relapsing-Remitting MS (RRMS) Female
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I try to eat healthy and cut out the sugar, flour, and artificial sweeteners. I do feel better when I eat well. It’s not that it brings symptoms on, but I do feel be ... read more
Amanda
Living with Relapsing-Remitting MS (RRMS) Age: 48 Female More than 5 years
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Something I’ve learned after living for years with MS is that MS does not define me. It used to when I was newly diagnosed. I used to look at the problems in my life ... read more
Cherie Binns, RN
Living with Relapsing-Remitting MS (RRMS) Age: 67 Female More than 5 years
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Tips to Beat the Heat While Staying Active:
1. Exercise in a cool pool (<85 degrees) or a cool environment whenever possible. If you are exercising outside, pick co ... read more
Julie Fiol, RN
Director of MS Information and Resources, National MS Society Care Partner for Multiple Sclerosis Female
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I attend physical therapy once a week because one of my goals is to stay as independent as possible for as long as I can.
Aniyuah
Living with Relapsing-Remitting MS (RRMS) Age: 21 Female Less than 1 year
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For me I find it relaxing invigorating and recuperative to be in the water, the pool, the ocean. If I could get to the ocean I know that the waves make such a differ ... read more
Living with Relapsing-Remitting MS (RRMS) Age: 71 Female More than 5 years
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Fast Fact
A landmark study published in March 2019 estimates that nearly 1 million Americans have MS — 2x more than previous estimates.
Neurology
A landmark study published in March 2019 estimates that nearly 1 million Americans have MS — 2x more than previous estimates.I find that "interval working" with breaks throughout the day to rest is very important for having a career.
Angela Bradford
Senior Marketing Director Mutual Fund Representative World Financial Group Living with Multiple Sclerosis Age: 37 Female 1 to 5 years
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"Hey Google! Turn on the kitchen light!" Best helper ever!!!
Living with Relapsing-Remitting MS (RRMS) Age: 69 Female More than 5 years
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If there was one thing I’d suggest to everyone with a chronic illness, it’s to ask your doctor about a diet and exercise regimen that makes sense for you.
Montel Williams
Former talk show host Living with Secondary-Progressive MS (SPMS) Age: 63 Male More than 5 years
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