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I work in the #CJS and was DX with MS in 2008. I used to write a blog about Multiple Sclerosis but have run out of things to say. Proud wheelchair user

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Gordon Brown by James Macintyre review – a very different kind of politician A new biography reveals Brown to be a man of exceptional vision and probity – what a contrast with today’s politics

Gordon Brown by James Macintyre review – a very different kind of politician

09.02.2026 07:54 — 👍 45    🔁 17    💬 6    📌 5
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a rugby player flexes his muscles in front of a sign that says come on england ALT: a rugby player flexes his muscles in front of a sign that says come on england

Off to #Twickenham see you on the other side…

07.02.2026 14:05 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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How to Travel Safely With Multiple Sclerosis Discover how to plan for travel with multiple sclerosis. Get tips on managing fatigue, mobility, heat sensitivity, choosing destinations, and what to bring for ease.

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07.02.2026 12:16 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Signs of multiple sclerosis may surface years before diagnosis Signs of multiple sclerosis may surface years before diagnosis, as patients use healthcare more often for early symptoms.

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#MultipleSclerosis

04.02.2026 14:02 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Mediterranean diet may slash MS risk for young nonsmoking adults A higher adherence to a Mediterranean diet is linked to a lower risk of developing MS, particularly in nonsmokers and people under 45

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#MultipleSclerosis

03.02.2026 12:43 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
The Importance of Finding Your MS Community Multiple sclerosis advocate Nicole Pedra explains why connecting with other people with the condition can help you feel like you are part of a community.

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#MultipleSclerosis

03.02.2026 12:43 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Finished 👇last night. It was alright but the ending was too long and ridiculous! The whole plot was far fetched and the villain was a bit unbearable (although I didn’t guess their identity which was good) good if you like a thriller 3/5 #books #reading

31.01.2026 08:14 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Frontiers | Urinary incontinence, core morphology and their impact on balance and fatigue in multiple sclerosis: an observational study Introduction Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic condition affecting the central nervous system, often leading to urinary incontinence (UI), balance disturb...

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30.01.2026 15:59 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Disability, not age, drives cognitive impairment in MS adults: Study Cognitive impairment is more common and severe in older adults with MS than in younger patients, but this is driven by disability, not age.

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#MultipleSclerosis

29.01.2026 12:52 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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New research findings challenge old beliefs about myelin and MS Researchers have found that new myelin-making cells are constantly being made in the brain and spinal cord, even in the absence of damage.

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#MultipleSclerosis

29.01.2026 12:51 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
The Most Effective Exercises for Fighting Fatigue With MS Resistance training and aquatic therapy can help reduce fatigue associated with multiple sclerosis, according to two recent studies.

www.healthcentral.com/news/multipl...
#MultipleSclerosis

28.01.2026 12:24 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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6-week yoga program improves sleep, eases fatigue in MS patients A trial found six weeks of yoga improved sleep quality and reduced fatigue in people with MS, suggesting its use as a complementary therapy.

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#MultipleSclerosis

28.01.2026 12:23 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Is it MS or something else? New research explains - MS Australia ANZgene researchers analysed genetic data from thousands of people with and without MS to see if rare changes in other disease genes affect MS risk or severity.

www.msaustralia.org.au/news/is-it-m...
#MultipleSclerosis

28.01.2026 12:22 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Three genetic forms of MS, three very different outlooks Multiple sclerosis patients can be divided into three genomic clusters, each with different clinical outcomes that could be targeted by precision medicine, researchers report. For example, patients in...

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#MultipleSclerosis

28.01.2026 12:21 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Effects of Alcohol on Multiple Sclerosis Alcohol and MS both affect the central nervous system. Short-term effects of drinking can include balance issues, fatigue, brain fog, and vision changes. Heavy drinking can impact overall health.

www.everydayhealth.com/neurological...
#MultipleSclerosis

24.01.2026 12:35 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
In their own words: the frustration, stigma and emotion of walking with MS A major Murdoch University review has found that for many people with multiple sclerosis (MS), walking is hindered not only by physical symptoms but also by external emotional and societal challenges.

www.murdoch.edu.au/news/article...
#MultipleSclerosis

22.01.2026 15:10 — 👍 3    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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The value of patient experience in multiple sclerosis research The number of therapies approved to treat multiple sclerosis has grown substantially over the past 20 years, yet many people living with the disease continue to have symptoms that are not adequately c...

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22.01.2026 15:09 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Explaining the Biggest Misconceptions About MS From coping with invisible symptoms to being “cured,” here’s how MS advocate Nicole Pedra handles the biggest misperceptions she’s heard about living with MS.

www.healthcentral.com/condition/mu...
#MultipleSclerosis

21.01.2026 15:26 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Multiple sclerosis treatments can be just as effective for older adults Older adults with a common type of multiple sclerosis benefit from disease-modifying treatments just as much as younger patients, finds a UCL-led study.

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21.01.2026 15:25 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Finished👇last night. It didn’t change my life but I enjoyed reading it and liked the characters! 4/5 #Reading #Books

21.01.2026 08:03 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Gluten-Free Diet Linked to Reduced Inflammation and Improved Outcomes in Multiple Sclerosis (+Video) A six-month study found that a gluten-free diet reduced inflammation, improved body composition, and modestly improved disability in women with multiple sclerosis, highlighting the role of gut health ...

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#MultipleSclerosis

20.01.2026 13:17 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
What are the benefits and risks of occupational therapy for people with multiple sclerosis? | Cochrane

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20.01.2026 13:16 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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6 Early Symptoms of MS to Watch For | Hartford HealthCare | CT Learn more about News Detail at hartfordhealthcare.org

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19.01.2026 13:21 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Gum disease may worsen multiple sclerosis and increase disability A study from Japan finds that a common bacteria in the mouth is linked to more severe forms of multiple sclerosis and significant worsening of neurological conditions. Scientists are finding more and ...

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#MultipleSclerosis

18.01.2026 16:54 — 👍 4    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Going to my cousins funeral later. She was 50 😢😩

16.01.2026 11:46 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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MS risk for women drops 42% with greater vitamin D intake: Study A new study from Norway found a 42% lower risk of developing MS among women with greater dietary vitamin D intake, independent of sunlight.

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#MultipleSclerosis

15.01.2026 13:34 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Mild MS disability causes hidden workplace challenges, study finds People with MS who have mild disability still experience disease-related difficulties at work, a new study found, calling for more support.

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#MultipleSclerosis

14.01.2026 12:49 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Cannabis Use Linked to Perceived Cognitive Deficits in Multiple Sclerosis Cannabis use may impair the ability of people with multiple sclerosis to accurately self-assess their cognitive performance.

www.neurologyadvisor.com/news/multipl...
#MultipleSclerosis

14.01.2026 12:49 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Immune response to Epstein-Barr virus linked to brain damage in multiple sclerosis The immune system's reaction to the common Epstein-Barr virus can ultimately damage the brain and contribute to multiple sclerosis (MS), according to new research from Karolinska Institutet, published...

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#MultipleSclerosis

14.01.2026 12:48 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Global experts outline strategy to help prevent multiple sclerosis A group of international experts is proposing a first-of-its-kind framework to prevent multiple sclerosis (MS) from developing.

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#MultipleSclerosis

14.01.2026 12:47 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

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