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My then-girlfriend and I took an easy 1-mile hike in the Smoky Mtns. during May. When we started, I felt perfect. Halfway through, my mind grew foggy and my legs turned wobbly. I shambled and got dragged by my girlfriend a half-mile back to the car. Sat in the car air conditioning afterward. Good thing I had an appointment scheduled with a neurologist back home. Also, married that girl!

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Relapses are one of the biggest wildcards when living with multiple sclerosis. Those internal thoughts we have: "Is this a couple bad days in a row — or is it a relapse?" Learning how to recognize them and what to do when they occur can help us feel more prepared.

Join Gabriela Karolidis, DO, board-certified neurologist and neuroimmunologist, as she discusses the role that relapses play in MS and how to navigate them.

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8 PM Eastern Time, 75 minutes long

Connect and learn with others who are new to multiple sclerosis and navigating their own journeys. This program offers info on MS and its symptoms, and advice on how to manage your case. Talk to attendees, ask questions of a health care professional and a volunteer who is living with MS, and share your own experiences.

Space is limited, and programs regularly reach capacity. Reserve your space: tinyurl.com/4aja4td2

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1–2:15 pm ET / 12-1:15 pm CT / 11 am–12:15 pm MT / 10-11:15 am PT

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MS research is important to the Black community. This program explores why your participation matters and how you can get involved. Learn how to find trusted information about different types of studies and what to expect. Get tips to help you feel informed and confident. Plus, hear about important research happening right now

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For me, medicinal MJ has been great *within limits*. For spasticity / muscle tightness / stiffness, and for sleep, it gets 5 Marijuana Leaves. For any kind of daytime usage = 0 Leaves. (Total couch-lock & staring at shoelaces, which was always my mj experience!)

A growing number of people are exploring medical cannabis for multiple sclerosis symptoms when FDA-approved medications don’t always alleviate them. Michelle Cameron, MD, a neurologist, physical therapist and professor at Oregon Health & Science University, talks about the benefits and risks of medical cannabis. Originally aired Nov. 2023.

Links: tinyurl.com/n2dsfskf

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I'm using a new device that is a dental retainer with a touchpad embedded in it. With the flick of my tongue, I'm controlling the AC, turning lights on and off, and writing this post to you right now!

I reviewed the device, a new technology that will help those with repetitive stress syndrome, arthritis, hand and mobility issues.

A Taste of the Future? Reviewing Augmental’s MouthPad^ Weara...

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I can get into most places, and Zoom when I'm at home. The difference is the ADA.

The Americans With Disabilities Act was signed 36 years ago, and it's a reason July is Disability Pride Month.

It's a fact: Disability affects us all at some point in our lives — through age, disease, accident or because it affects a loved one.

What affects people with disabilities, affects us all. What helps people with disabilities, helps us all. Be an ally, be an advocate.

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Well, plus it tastes good, so you wanna drink more! Here's a fancy one — I'm sure you can leave out an ingredient or two and it's still yummy —

Mango, Pineapple, & Peach Chia Seed Smoothie

2½ cups unsweetened refrigerated coconut milk beverage

1 cup frozen mango chunks

1 cup frozen sliced peaches

¾ cup frozen pineapple chunks

½ cup whole-milk plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt

⅓ cup chopped pitted Medjool dates (about 3 medium dates)

2 tablespoons chia seeds

1½ teaspoons grated fresh ginger

1 teaspoon ground turmeric

Directions: Combine 2½ cups coconut milk beverage, 1 cup mango, 1 cup peaches, ¾ cup pineapple, ½ cup yogurt, ⅓ cup dates, 2 tablespoons chia seeds, 1½ teaspoons ginger and 1 teaspoon turmeric in a blender; process until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed, about 2 minutes. Divide between 2 large glasses.

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