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Posts By: Karen Jones
MS Advice Line and Specialist Nurses update
MS-UK webinar: Strength training – improving strength for your MS, Mon 22 Aug
Strength is one of the key components for being physically active and staying healthy. This online session will cover the importance of strength training in managing MS and associated problems such as balance, walking and falling Date: Monday 22 August Time: 2pm Dr Gretchen will will be looking at strength training and how to improve it through… Read more »
Can you help with this research project?
Student Joni Bousie is investigating physical activity and its potential relationship with chronic pain in MS. Those taking part will have their walking and movement (gait) analysed and physical activity monitored. They will also be asked to fill in questionnaires. Joni, who is studying for a degree in medical sciences, writes: “Finding effective treatments for… Read more »
Regatta for the Disabled 3 September
The Regatta for the Disabled at Phylis Court, Henley on 3 September promises to be a great day out. Supported by local organisations including the Rotary Club at Reading Abbey, the event offers a fun filled day on and by the River Thames for those with disabilities and their friends and families. Watch bell boat racing and… Read more »
WABC Newsletter – Summer issue
We’ve had one boat trip with them and have another booked.
Hope Programme for people living with MS
Free Meal Scheme For Carers
Free Meal Scheme For CarersOver the last year Carers Oxfordshire and Thomas Franks have been running a free meal scheme for unpaid carers in Oxfordshire and during this time the scheme has provided thousands of meals for carers and the people they care for. We now have a number of spaces available for carers in the Oxford… Read more »
Flower tubs
Many thanks to Phil Hicks for providing 5 amazing flower tubs for the centre entrance, I’ve had so many lovely comments about them.
Oxygen therapy price increase – (non-ms)
Due to increased costs oxygen therapy for non-ms is increasing to £30 From 1st September 2022
