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Multiple Sclerosis Connections Last Week
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Swallowing and speech problems are common with MS — How to manage them?

Swallowing is something that's so automatic, we take it for granted. Until something changes. Dr. Marissa Barrera joins me to discuss common MS-related speech & swallowing issues -- and what you can do to improve them.

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https://t.co/b4RCjfDnuY Swallowing is something that's so automatic, we take it for granted. Until something changes. Dr. Marissa Barrera joins me to discuss common MS-related speech & swallowing issues -- and what you can do to improve them. On RealTalk MS #MultipleSclerosis
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Multiple Sclerosis Connections September 14, 2023
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Cognitive symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS) may include problems with memory, processing of information, attention, self-control, and decision-making — all of which can affect social interactions. Read 6 tips that may help with overcoming these issues.

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MS and Cognition: 6 Tips To Make Socializing Easier With MS | MyMSTeam

Cognitive changes can affect people with multiple sclerosis (MS) in many ways and may have an impact on social interactions such as conversation. Cognitive
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Multiple Sclerosis Connections September 12, 2023
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New to MS: Navigating Your Journey virtual program this Thursday (9/14) at 8 pm ET.

Learn and connect with others who are also new to MS and navigating their own journeys. This program offers info about MS and symptoms, how to manage MS, and living well with MS. There will be opportunities to engage with other attendees, ask questions of a healthcare professional, and share your own experiences. On the second Thursday of every month.

RSVP/Register: secure.nationalmssociety.org/site/Calendar

#MightyTogether #MultipleSclerosis #Disability #ChronicIllness #newlydiagnosed ##Caregiving #Caregiving

A World Free of MS

We mobilize people and resources to drive research for a cure and to address the challenges of everyone affected by MS.
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Multiple Sclerosis Connections September 10, 2023
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Last week, one Advice Lady says, "I always tell my friends I got my medical degree from University of the Internet."

#ChronicIllness #MightyTogether #MultipleSclerosis #Disability #newlydiagnosed

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Multiple Sclerosis Connections September 8, 2023
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Seated stretches & exercises, started by someone with MS

Working on Wellness Foundation hosts daily morning routines and also a YouTube channel with hundreds of free videos.

www.workingonwellnessfoundation.org

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Working On Wellness Foundation | Chair Exercise Video | Live and YouTube | United States

Working On Wellness Foundation provides YouTube and Zoom seated exercise sessions designed for those of us with limited mobility. Yoga, strength training, cardio, upper body, lower body, core strength, balance, and large movements are all lead by certified instructors.
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Multiple Sclerosis Connections September 5, 2023
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Who are the caregivers you know/n in your life?

My wife, my mother, both of my grandmothers, and my uncle.

It's been said that we will all be or will need a caregiver at some point in our lives.

#caregiving #MightyTogether #MultipleSclerosis #Disability #ChronicIllness #newlydiagnosed

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Multiple Sclerosis Connections September 2, 2023
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Poll about this time of year:

A. Summer is over — BOOOOOOO

B. Summer HEAT is over — YAAAAAAAAY

#summer MightyTogether #MultipleSclerosis #Disability #ChronicIllness #newlydiagnosed #Caregiving

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Multiple Sclerosis Connections August 31, 2023
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I used to fight taking naps, like a little kid fights bedtime.

But MS said, "I'm not asking you."

#Fatigue #Naps #MightyTogether #MultipleSclerosis #Disability #ChronicIllness #newlydiagnosed #Caregiving

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