Posts Categorized: MS Society Local Branch
Talking MS: Family and carers session, MS Society webinar – 7 March
Most people with MS will need support from family and friends at some point. And it’s only natural that many carers see themselves first as partners, sons, daughters or friends. This session is for carers, friends or family and it’s an opportunity to come together and meet others and chat about your experiences. It’s a… Read more »
Neuroplasticity and brain changes with exercise, MS-UK webinar – 19 February
Dr Gretchen Hawley will be discussing the topic of neuroplasticity and how exercise can create changes of neural pathways within the brain. She will be talking about the best tips and strategies to help you get the most out of your MS-specific exercises to encourage new pathways to be created and promote improvements in specific… Read more »
Diet and nutrition, MS-UK webinar – 14 February
In this information session you will be joined by Michelle Paterson, a nutritional therapist, to discuss the different MS diets and how a good diet contributes to better brain health, providing a positive effect on MS symptoms. Date: Wednesday 14 February 2024 Time: 2pm to 3pm Click here to book your space This webinar is brought to… Read more »
MS Newsletter Spring 2024
Life Admin Life Hacks – MS Society webinar, 18 January
Life admin is the “office work of life” and is all the administrative things we need to get organised. It can also be applying for schemes that can make your life more accessible and help you to continue the things you enjoy doing. This session will be be joined by Louise Welsh, MS Society wellbeing… Read more »
MS Together
MS Together is an organisation which provides advice and support to people affected by MS, with a particular focus on those living with MS aged 18-35. They provide an online community through private Facebook groups and enable connections to be made through their peer to peer support service. They also organise a number of different virtual… Read more »
Menopause and MS: MS Society webinar, 17 October
This session will provide you with information and guidance on how the menopause may affect you, as there are a vast range of symptoms associated with it. It will also provide you with what options you have for managing your menopausal and MS symptoms. There will be time at the end for questions. Date: Tuesday… Read more »
Pain and MS: MS Society webinar, 21 September
Some people with MS may experience pain and it can be the most difficult invisible symptom to describe and manage. Pain may be caused directly, due to nerve damage, or indirectly, due to other MS symptoms. It can cause feelings of overwhelm, frustration and can impact your emotions and wellbeing. The seminar will be joined… Read more »
Heat health alert issued for England
A heat-health alert has been issued for most parts of England as temperatures could reach 32C midweek. The UK Health Security Agency’s yellow warning is in place across seven regions including Southern England until 9pm on Sunday. It means that the elderly and those with pre-existing health conditions should take extra care. For more information… Read more »
