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6 Tips for Parenting with MS

Although I am not an expert in childrearing techniques, I’d like to think that I’ve learned a few things in my 40 years as a mom.

Although I am not an expert in childrearing techniques, I’d like to think that I’ve learned a few...

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8 Questions to Help Evaluate Health News Online

Thanks to the Internet, the latest news about...

Thanks to the Internet, the latest news about MS spreads quickly. Because anyone can publish on...

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10 Proven Tools to Combat Stress, Promote Wellness

From financial worries to family responsibilities, from changes to job status, Americans are dealing with ever-increasing stress in their lives.

From financial worries to family responsibilities, from changes to job status, Americans are...

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4 Symptoms Seasonal Affective Disorder, MS share

During winter, you may experience an increase in symptoms that may feel like an MS exacerbation, but may actually be SAD.

During winter, you may experience an increase in symptoms that may feel like an MS exacerbation...

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5 Reasons a Second Opinion is Important

There is no complete and precise tool to...

There is no complete and precise tool to diagnose multiple sclerosis.

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8 CAM Cautions

Whether or not you are using complementary and alternative medicine, it’s important to talk to your physician before trying any type of CAM.

Whether or not you are using complementary and alternative medicine, it’s important to talk to...

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5 Unknown Symptoms Associated with MS

Most people with MS experience fatigue, difficulty with mobility, and numbness. However, there are other symptoms that are less common.

Most people with MS experience fatigue, difficulty with mobility, and numbness. However, there...

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Adaptive Exercises and MS

The key to living with MS is to continue...

The key to living with MS is to continue physical activity in whatever capacity you can. Movement...

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Treatment for Cognitive Difficulties

Cognitive difficulties are common symptoms of...

Cognitive difficulties are common symptoms of MS. In the past few years neuropsychologists have...

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Keeping the Lifelines Open

It’s up to each and every one of us to be safe,...

It’s up to each and every one of us to be safe, informed, responsible and compassionate.

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Changing the Stigma of What Disability Looks Like

I owe it to every single person living with a...

I owe it to every single person living with a chronic illness, invisible illness, or disability...

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Take The Lead In How Loved Ones Respond To Your MS

Because I’m the person living with MS, the...

Because I’m the person living with MS, the people around me often are taking cues from me in how...

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Don't be quick to blame MS for every challenge

Changing and reworking some of the ways you...

Changing and reworking some of the ways you think and the approaches you take can help you to...

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Understanding your rights

Know the laws of your state in the workplace and behind the wheel.

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Lifestyle is key to aging well with MS

No matter what age you are now, making...

No matter what age you are now, making lifestyle changes can improve and prolong your life.

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It’s okay to ask for help

Asking for help doesn’t show a sign of weakness...

Asking for help doesn’t show a sign of weakness. It shows a sign of respect for yourself and for...

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How to Qualify for SSDI Benefits

Don’t wait to file your claim for Social Security disability beneﬁts if you believe you qualify.

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Adapting to Unpredictable Changes, Phases of MS

We all must remember things change. Also, we...

We all must remember things change. Also, we also must remember not to think everything is...

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It’s okay to say “no”

It takes a while to learn the differences between saying “yes” versus “no.” But remember, it’s...

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MS and Mental Health

If you find yourself struggling with mental...

If you find yourself struggling with mental health, here are some tips on how to get help.

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How do I Decide?

You owe it to yourself to learn as much as...

You owe it to yourself to learn as much as possible (from reputable sources) about how each group...

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Understanding Your MRI

One-on-one sessions can help you and your...

One-on-one sessions can help you and your doctor bond and create a level of better understanding.

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Talking to Your Boss About Doctor Appointments

Most people do not like discussing their MS...

Most people do not like discussing their MS with their boss. That being said, it is a tricky...

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4 Strategies for Taking Care of Your Caregiver

Take the time to take care of your caregiver as...

Take the time to take care of your caregiver as best as you can. They need you on their side...

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Making the Most of Your Appointments

Be your own advocate and speak up. Don’t allow...

Be your own advocate and speak up. Don’t allow interruptions, finish your train of thought...

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MRI Pro Tips

Here are some tips I’ve learned that should...

Here are some tips I’ve learned that should help you have an improved MRI experience.

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No New Disease Progression

when my neurologist tells me I have no new...

when my neurologist tells me I have no new disease progression, I feel like I am winning the...

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Medications and supplements: risks and safety

To avoid potential problems, discuss everything...

To avoid potential problems, discuss everything you’re taking with your doctors.

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Is It MS, Allergies, or Both?

If you have MS and allergies, talking to your...

If you have MS and allergies, talking to your medical team about how you feel is an important...

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7 ways to get better sleep with MS

I feel fairly confident to conclude that the...

I feel fairly confident to conclude that the inability to sleep is a far-to-common reality among...

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7 Supplements and Vitamins to Consider

Whenever you start a new vitamin or supplement...

Whenever you start a new vitamin or supplement routine, you should always talk to your doctor or...

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10 terms every person with MS should know

Here are 10 common terms that every person who...

Here are 10 common terms that every person who is newly diagnosed, or is being diagnosed, with MS...

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Notable Firsts in the History of MS

I dug deep and researched some of the timeline events to bring you some notable firsts that...

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Foods that cause inflammation

By making a few simple changes to your diet and...

By making a few simple changes to your diet and lifestyle, you can help reduce inflammation in...

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MS Drugs as We Age

To Quit or Not to Quit – That is the Question

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Approaches to spasticity

There are a few things we can do to relieve...

There are a few things we can do to relieve some of these issues. I’d like to hear your tips...

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Preventative measures against other health issues

Lessons learned and how to be more active in...

Lessons learned and how to be more active in taking preventative measures to stay ahead of other...

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CAM comes in a variety of forms

Acupuncture, reflexology, and yoga are a few...

Acupuncture, reflexology, and yoga are a few options available to people with MS.

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Travel With a Disability

Careful planning will make your vacation more...

Careful planning will make your vacation more enjoyable.

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Learning to Walk Again with MS

Rebuilding the mind-body connection that was...

Rebuilding the mind-body connection that was interrupted by my MS relapse is going to take time...

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Celebrating Black History Month in MS community

Taking time to highlight the need for more representation in clinical trials and advocating for...

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Managing MS with a Little Help from My Friends

Even if we put on a brave face and are living...

Even if we put on a brave face and are living our best, most positive life with MS, know that...

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Work Out Tips for People living with MS

Here are some tips that I have learned for...

Here are some tips that I have learned for working out with MS.

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Switching MS medications may mean new routines

If you are thinking about switching to a new MS...

If you are thinking about switching to a new MS medication, make sure you talk to your...

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Your teeth and MS: The importance of oral hygiene

People are more nervous about having dental...

People are more nervous about having dental work than they ought to. I understand this, but if...

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You have the power, use your MS voice

The reality is nobody knows your situations...

The reality is nobody knows your situations, circumstances, or needs better than you do. That’s...

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Top ten reasons to choose a new neurologist

There may be a variety of good reasons you may...

There may be a variety of good reasons you may need to seek a new neurologist.

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Building and maintaining a strong healthcare team

Whole patient wellness resources for patients...

Whole patient wellness resources for patients living with MS and chronic illness

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Rethinking what not to tell a person with MS

With each comment that shouldn’t be said to a person living with this disease, I continue taking...

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Using health insurance wellness reward programs

It is definitely worth looking into and if you...

It is definitely worth looking into and if you put in the effort, you could take advantage of...

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Navigating MS with Other Health Problems

The complicated issue here is that all of my...

The complicated issue here is that all of my chronic health conditions can cause similar symptoms...

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MS and Climate Change

The challenge becomes managing your MS to...

The challenge becomes managing your MS to maintain your quality of life throughout the whole...

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MS and Chiropractic Care

While chiropractic care may not improve my MS,...

While chiropractic care may not improve my MS, there is certainly a benefit for helping manage...

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MS and breast cancer awareness

Exploring the relationship and discussing the...

Exploring the relationship and discussing the role of medications between the two conditions

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MS lifehacks and workarounds

Tricks to help you get through the holidays and...

Tricks to help you get through the holidays and beyond

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MS and Toxic Positivity

Toxic positivity can lead to a person being...

Toxic positivity can lead to a person being stuck in the denial stage and never truly accept...

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MS and Probiotics

Research has shown there are significant links...

Research has shown there are significant links between MS and gut health.

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Tips for managing vision problems

As it is important to address holistic well...

As it is important to address holistic well-being with MS, caring for eye health is necessary...

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Driving and MS

I live alone and I used to get jealous when...

I live alone and I used to get jealous when hearing about others who have people around them to...

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MS and Getting Cold Feet (Cold Sensitivity)

If you are like me, and unable to get warm on your own, here are some tips that may help.

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Know when to review MS treatment plan

Find out situations that call for a new MS...

Find out situations that call for a new MS treatment plan and how to prepare for one.

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Shared experiences: People don’t need to “get us”

Are we missing out on a broader view of who we...

Are we missing out on a broader view of who we each are as individuals with MS if we limit...

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MS and PIRA

PIRA has the potential to change the approach...

PIRA has the potential to change the approach to treating and understanding progression in...

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The effects of side effects

How they may or may not interfere with your...

How they may or may not interfere with your overall health regime with MS and quality of life.

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How to tell someone that you have MS

Here are some of the lessons I learned over the...

Here are some of the lessons I learned over the years about telling people that I have MS.

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Tips for Managing Stress with MS

Going into 19 years of living with MS, I have...

Going into 19 years of living with MS, I have endured many stressful events. Here are my tips for...

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The effect of depression and anxiety

How these relate to living with MS and chronic...

How these relate to living with MS and chronic illness.

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Fumble fingers, manual mishaps, and wonkiness

Changes in hand dexterity and fine motor skills...

Changes in hand dexterity and fine motor skills with MS.

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Bad days are okay with MS

Communicating how you are feeling, and how your...

Communicating how you are feeling, and how your MS is affecting you is the only way to help...

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Rethinking perspectives on MS life changes

Take the time to remind yourself there still is...

Take the time to remind yourself there still is good in your life despite this disease.

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What being a dad with MS means to me

Being a dad with MS means I push myself and...

Being a dad with MS means I push myself and take on extra, even on days where I feel I can’t do...

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No exceptions: I need to accept my MS issues

I am accepting (open to) the fact that I have...

I am accepting (open to) the fact that I have MS, but I have gotten pretty good at excepting...

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Why I recommend enrolling in TSA Precheck with MS

The real benefit of TSA Precheck I have found...

The real benefit of TSA Precheck I have found for someone living with MS is that TSA Precheck is...

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Yes, you can have pain with MS

Understanding chronic pain as it relates to MS, learning how to manage it and finding a way to...

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Vitamin D remains helpful

While recent research contradicts previous studies, there remain advantages to taking the...

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Pets and MS

Emotional and physical health benefits from having pets when living with a chronic illness.

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Dissing your disease

The benefits of trash talking your MS.

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How to talk to your teens about MS

I shared some Do’s and Don’ts about talking to teens about multiple sclerosis.

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Recognizing smoldering MS

Taking a healthy approach may help with the...

Taking a healthy approach may help with the smoldering effects of MS.

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Understanding multiple sclerosis

It’s crucial we all learn more about MS, spread...

It’s crucial we all learn more about MS, spread awareness, and stand by those who are affected.

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MS and visual perceptual skills

If you are experiencing troubles with visual perceptual skills, you can work with an occupational...

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Giving yourself some grace

Learn how to be kind to yourself when things get rough

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Silent echoes

The unseen battlefields of MS

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How to Talk About MS at Work

Always use your best judgement when sharing...

Always use your best judgement when sharing personal or health information.

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Unseen struggles

The invisible symptoms of MS and their effect...

The invisible symptoms of MS and their effect on daily life.

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Embracing Gratitude

Nurturing mental health and positivity in the face of MS.

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Supportive listener or conversational hijacker?

Learning how to improve communication skills and engagement with others in the MS community.

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Using grit to rise up and bite back at MS

When MS knocks us down both literally and figuratively, we have to find a way to get back up.

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MS and feeling dumb

You are not dumb. You are living with the challenges of MS that are making you feel that way.

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Massage therapy can help manage MS symptoms

Here are three reasons message therapy can be...

Here are three reasons message therapy can be an important way to supplement symptom management.

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Winter Wellness

Staying healthy and active during the cold months.

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5 Ways to Stay Mentally Sharp with MS

Journaling, smartphone apps, puzzles, a filing system, and decluttering can help you stay...

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Bumps, falls, and other oopsies with MS

Sometimes a headache is just a headache...

Sometimes a headache is just a headache. Sometimes it’s not.

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Brain Health and MS

Protecting your most vital organ

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MS and the Family Connection

Leaning on your family and learning from their...

Leaning on your family and learning from their experience is critical to understanding your MS...

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Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day

Mindful, healthy ways to observe the holiday.

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Why Christina Applegate is my MS muse

I find her relatable in so many ways and I feel she continues to have a positive effect and is a...

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Empowered Women, Empowering Others

Women in leadership for MS support groups.

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Becoming “that person” with MS

Finding ways to rise above the disease’s...

Finding ways to rise above the disease’s effects to give your then-newly diagnosed self a sense...

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Beyond the diagnosis

Building a fulfilling life with MS.

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The significance of early diagnosis in MS

Discussing the effect on treatment options, psychological well-being, and the overall management...

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Strengthening mind, body, and spirit

A holistic approach to living well with MS

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Celebrate Earth Day

Simple, meaningful activities for people with MS.

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Living alone with MS

Consider shifts that will address your needs in a comfortable and safe way.

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Strategies to combat MS-related anxiety

Resilience is about learning to adapt and bounce back when challenges arise.

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Embracing the rollercoaster ride

Managing the emotional ups and downs of living...

Managing the emotional ups and downs of living with MS.

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Dance provides spark for new life, healing

MS didn't mean the end of life; it meant the beginning of a different one. A dancing one. A purposeful one.

MS didn't mean the end of life; it meant the beginning of a different one. A dancing one. A...

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This Is Not a Tragedy

Ardra Shephard on Life, MS, and Laughing Anyway

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Cryotherapy and autoimmune conditions

Cool take on cold therapy with MS.

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The Barenaked realities behind my MS optimism

Staying focused on a life lived, not the disease.

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Navigating anxiety at work with MS

Have a toolkit of strategies at the ready for when things get tough.

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Disability taxes linked to MS

Systemic challenges create burdens costing time, energy, and emotional well-being.

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The MS “Crap Gap” phenomenon

The wearing-off period where some people may experience a transient worsening of MS symptoms...

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Disclosing your disability during hiring process

Hiring managers may still hold unconscious...

Hiring managers may still hold unconscious biases that influence their decisions.

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MS and seasonal allergies

Asthma medications can interact with how your...

Asthma medications can interact with how your MS shows up.

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(Noncharred) Grilled chicken and mango skewers

Here are some easy, no-fuss ways to make...

Here are some easy, no-fuss ways to make grilling safer without giving up flavor.

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Applying for jobs as a disabled worker

Every time I check that box, I’m making a decision not just for myself, but for the visibility of...

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Life with MS

Learning to be a better student, wife, and mother using MS.

Study suggests link between mitochondria, MS brain damage

June 24, 2025

Findings could lead to new treatments addressing multiple sclerosis.

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Researchers find evidence of accelerated aging in children with MS

June 16, 2025

First-of-its kind study reveals signs of premature biological aging in teenagers with MS pointing to new treatment possibilities beyond immunosuppression.

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Gut flora may play larger role than previously thought

June 12, 2025

Study of twins detects bacteria in the small intestine that play a part in the development of MS.

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