31 Days of MS: Facing my worst with my best
Photo courtesy of Julie Wigley Day 11 of 31 This is Julie Wigley‘s story: In 2010, I started having numbness in my legs, specifically when I’d look down. I…
Every day in March, Multiple Sclerosis News Today is featuring a story from someone in the MS community to mark MS Awareness Month. At the end of the month, our goal is to have a collection of stories that represent different perspectives on life with MS that help to inspire and empower our readers. Follow along with the series here or visit us on Facebook or Instagram using the hashtag #31DaysofMS.
31 Days of MS: Getting a second chance at life, thanks to HSCT
Photo courtesy of Cassidy V. Chapman Day 10 of 31 This is Cassidy V. Chapman’s story: I was diagnosed with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis in January 2004 at the age of 22,…
31 Days of MS: Living with MS is a blessing in disguise
Photo courtesy of Mohit Ojha Day 9 of 31 This is Mohit Ojha’s story: Life before MS: I was born into a traditional Indian family, so my childhood was a very typical one…
31 Days of MS: Finding joy while living with MS
Photo courtesy of Mia Suite Day 8 of 31 This is Mia Suite’s story: On the morning of March 10, 2020, I received one of the most gut-wrenching diagnoses of my life.
31 Days of MS: See the positive, stay strong, and never give up
Photo courtesy of Derlene McPhail Day 7 of 31 This is Derlene McPhail’s story: Before my multiple sclerosis (MS) journey began, I worked for 15 years as a healthcare support worker for…
31 Days of MS: With small changes come big outcomes
Photo courtesy of Susan Payrovi Day 6 of 31 This is Susan Payrovi’s story: As a young person, physician, and new mom, I never expected to get sick. In fact, I considered myself…
31 Days of MS: Exercise has made me strong despite my MS
Photo courtesy of Natalina Larsson Day 5 of 31 This is Natalina Larsson’s story: My name is Natalina. I’m 35 years old and live in Sweden. I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis…
31 Days of MS: How I’m fighting back
Mike Parker noticed numbness in his feet about 10 years before he was diagnosed with MS. (Photo courtesy of Mike Parker) Day 4 of 31 This is Mike Parker’s story: I recently was…
31 Days of MS: Inspiring and supporting others with MS
Jessica (left) with her daughter, Jaleece. Photo courtesy of Jessica Lovato. Day 3 of 31 This is Jessica Lovato’s story: My name is Jessica, and I’m from Utah. In mid-February 2020, I was…
31 Days of MS: It’s hard to battle invisible diseases like MS
Photo courtesy of Brittany Quiroz Day 2 of 31 This is Brittany Quiroz’s story: There are dozens of misconceptions about living with multiple sclerosis (MS): People with MS wind up in a…
