Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

MS is a type of neurological autoimmune inflammatory condition, meaning it is a condition that affects the brain and spinal cord. MS can cause a wide range of potential symptoms, including problems with walking, balance, vision, arm movement, sensation, bladder and bowel difficulties, fatigue, pain and thinking or emotional difficulties. It’s a long term condition that can sometimes cause serious disability, although it can occasionally be mild.

What can I do to keep myself well living with MS?

“ I didn’t choose to have MS, but I can choose how I live with it”
– quote from a person living with MS.

From research evidence and reports from individuals living with MS we know that maintaining good general health is really important in living well with MS. So eating a good diet, participating in activity, stopping smoking, sleeping well, moderate alcohol consumption and looking after your mental health are all important. This website has links to help guide you with such issues.