Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, sometimes disabling, disease of the central nervous system. In MS, the immune system—for reasons still not understood—attacks and destroys myelin and the oligodendrocytes that produce it. READ MORE
Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple Sclerosis
How MS Affects the Body
MS affects everyone differently and can affect many parts of the body
En qué forma afecta el cuerpo la EM
La EM afecta a cada persona en forma diferente y puede impactar muchas partes del cuerpo
I Was Diagnosed With MS at Age 35, and My Story Is One of Hope
Three and a half years ago, my life completely changed.
How I Live a Life Of Hope With Multiple Sclerosis
After years of searching for a diagnosis, Terrie learn she had MS. Here is her story of hope.
Tips for Living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Self-care with MS is as important as medical treatment for MS
Consejos para una vida con esclerosis múltiple (EM)
Los cuidados personales con EM son tan importantes como el tratamiento médico de dicha enfermedad
Finding Silver Linings Through My Work as a Health Advocate Has Helped Me Live with MS for 38 Years
Every day, I lean into support, community and curiosity
Encontrar una perspectiva positiva con mi trabajo de concientización médica me ayudó a vivir con EM durante 38 años
Todos los días cuento con apoyo y aprovecho los beneficios de mi comunidad y de mi curiosidad
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Support Group Finder
Check out these support groups and resources that can help connect people affected by MS
MS and Women of Color
Multiple sclerosis has long been characterized as a white woman’s illness, leaving too many women of color misdiagnosed
La EM y las mujeres de color
La esclerosis múltiple se ha considerado durante mucho tiempo como una enfermedad de mujeres de raza blanca, haciendo que muchas mujeres de color reciban diagnósticos erróneos
Newly Diagnosed with MS? Here Are 10 Questions to Ask Your Neurologist.
Wondering how an MS diagnosis will affect your life?
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