From diagnosis to determination: My MS journey of hope
Sanam Saeedi resolved not to allow a diagnosis of MS to determine the course her life could take. (Photos…
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MS taught me the importance of being kind to yourself
It took years for Gregory Sonn to receive an MS diagnosis. He first noticed symptoms while traveling in his…
As an MS warrior, I advocate for myself and take things slowly
Lynne Denise, right, and her dad, Don Collins, attend last year’s MS walk in Edwardsville, Illinois. (Photos courtesy of…
We love each other, but we hate multiple sclerosis
Day 29 of 31 This is Mike and Jenn Powell’s story, as a conversation: Jenn and Mike Powell stand…
I’m coping with MS the best way I can
Kelly Earley teaches family and consumer sciences at a middle school. (Photos courtesy of Kelly Earley) Day 28 of…
MS was the motivation I needed to climb Mount Everest
Jen Willis treks to the Lobuche high camp in the Everest region in Nepal. (Photos courtesy of Jen Willis)…
A diagnosis of MS helped me go for what I really want in life
Sabrina says she made important lifestyle changes after her MS diagnosis. (Photos courtesy of Sabrina) Day 26 of 31…
Creating a new normal in life with relapsing-remitting MS
Rochelle waits for a virtual appointment with her doctor in 2020. (Photos courtesy of Rochelle) Day 25 of 31…
Before my optic neuritis and MS diagnoses, I faced the unknown
Desiree Lama graduates from the University of Texas at Austin. (Photos courtesy of Desiree Lama) Day 24 of 31…
Coming to terms with my own MS diagnosis let me help others
Kathy Young toasts a beautiful day with a glass of red wine in her backyard. (Photos courtesy of Kathy…
Primary progressive MS was like a bad houseguest, but I adapted
Kristin Hardy considers herself happy and healthy — absent 22 years with PPMS, of course. (Photos courtesy of Kristin…
How a diagnosis of MS was a blessing in disguise
A smile is the best cure, says Natalia Ancora. Every time you fall, just get up, smile, and keep…
Living with MS: It’s ‘a terrible way to meet wonderful people’
Damian Washington is pictured shooting a music video. (Photos courtesy of Damian Washington) Day 20 of 31 This is…
My diagnosis of MS was a catalyst for transformation, empowerment
Angie Gensler became a certified MS fitness specialist, personal trainer, and health coach in the past five years. She…
I am so much more than my body
Nora Cherubini poses with Stanley, her service dog, during a beach walk. (Photos courtesy of Nora Cherubini) Day 18…
Finding hope as I reflect on my MS journey and look to the future
Cathy Chester has been living with MS symptoms for more than 40 years. (Photos courtesy of Cathy Chester) Day…
How living with MS has made me an illusionist
Ahna Crum wears glasses with orange lenses and prisms to correct for color discrepancy, contrast loss, and double vision.
The unpredictability is the hardest part of living with MS
Leigh Anne Nelson wears the jersey of her favorite team, the Kansas City Chiefs. (Photos by Brett Nelson) Day…
Living an uncertain, yet purposeful life with MS
Surjeet Kaur’s MS journey involves sacrifice, but also awareness and positivity. (Photos courtesy of Surjeet Kaur) Day 14 of…
How I keep moving forward after a diagnosis of MS
Alex Ramirez stands outside of his home. (Photos courtesy of Alex Ramirez) Day 13 of 31 This is Alex…
A brilliant doctor taught me acceptance after my diagnosis of MS
Did you know that sunflowers symbolize hidden disabilities? Deanna Renee reflects on her achievements while eagerly anticipating the future.
Obtaining a diagnosis of MS was challenging, yet it doesn’t define me
Faith Agauas takes a stroll by the waterfront. (Photos courtesy of Faith Agauas) Day 11 of 31 This is…
How MS helped me find and embrace my life’s purpose
Brittany Quiroz poses in a self-promotion photo for AHotMS.com. (Photos courtesy of Brittany Quiroz) Day 10 of 31 This…
With MS, it’s imperative to be your staunchest advocate
Tori Henderson receives her monthly infusion at an appointment. (Photos courtesy of Tori Henderson) Day 9 of 31 This…
How an MS friendship led to HSCT and a love of running
Amanda Olivier, left, and Sagirah Ahmed Norris pose with their medals at the Athletes with Disabilities Half Marathon in…
Adapting to change is a big part of my life with PPMS
Antonio Perez walks with his cane in the summer of 2022, saying his illness wasn’t that bad during that…
Empowering others as a physician with MS
Sam Roman, MD, travels to Montana to conduct home visits for patients enrolled in the TREAT-MS clinical trial. (Photos…
Here I am with MS, being the best that I can be
Julie Stamm was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2007. (Courtesy of Colorado Parent magazine) Day 5 of 31 This…
Smashing my running goals, even after a diagnosis of MS
Bethany Carman runs her first 10K at the Mornington Running Festival in Australia. (Photos courtesy of Bethany Carman) Day…
Fighting MS helped turn this 28-year-old worrier into a warrior
Sarah Doherty is shown in a selfie. (Photos courtesy of Sarah Doherty) Day 3 of 31 This is Sarah…