Marta graduated from Universidade Fernando Pessoa in Porto with a degree in Communication Sciences and a Masters degree in New Communication Technologies. She has experience in social media, worked with several media channels, and has also worked as a freelance photographer and a graphic artist for almost 10 years.
Coffee is one of the most famous drinks in the world. Everyone (or almost everyone) loves coffee in its many different ways. With or without sugar, black, with or ... Read more
Spasticity is where the muscles become stiffened and often spasm due to nerve damage — it’s a common symptom associated with multiple sclerosis (MS). MORE: Six of the best apps for managing chronic illness ... Read more
Being diagnosed with a serious and complex disease such as multiple sclerosis can be a very complicated thing to deal with. After you get your diagnosis, you might start ... Read more
Being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) can be very difficult to deal with, but it’s even worse when you live with the disease for 17 years before being diagnosed ... Read more
Multiple sclerosis is a difficult disease to live with. With no known cure, patients often find the day-to-day struggle very challenging. But they’re not the only ones who live with the disease — friends, family and ... Read more
Living with MS is no walk in the park. Besides all the symptoms that patients endure, there are also side effects that are caused by treatments and external factors. ... Read more
It’s never a good idea to jump to conclusions when trying to find a cause for any symptoms you might have. With multiple sclerosis (MS), self-diagnosing is not the way to ... Read more
Getting a tattoo shouldn’t be taken lightly. It’s a piece of art that will be on your body for life and therefore, should represent something that’s near and dear to your ... Read more
Accepting a multiple sclerosis diagnosis is difficult and it often takes people a while to come to terms with what it means for their future. Some people choose to ... Read more
In this video from Roche, multiple sclerosis (MS) patient and advocate Shana and her partner Leo talk about the unpredictability of the condition. Shana explains that no two days are the ... Read more
Massages are known to relieve pain, stress and help out with problem areas. According to the National MS Society, it’s one of the most well-known bodywork treatments. There are several kinds of massages that originated in different countries — below are some of the most used today. MORE: Massage helps with MS pain and fatigue The Swedish massage is a bit more “traditional.” It uses techniques such as vibration, kneading, and friction. The German massage uses most of the same techniques as the Swedish massage, but combines them with healing baths. Keep in mind that if you’re sensitive to heat, this might not be the best option for you. Acupressure sounds like acupuncture, ... Read more
If you or a loved one is living with multiple sclerosis (MS), it’s important to remember that you can always try to make your situation better. If your doctor says something like ... Read more
As your MS progresses, you may find it necessary to make some modifications to your home to make it safer and more accessible. Such alterations can vastly improve the ... Read more
“Alexa” is Amazon’s talking service that acts as a virtual personal assistant. According to tomsguide.com, as part of the company’s Echo speaker system, the voice-activated device can pick out music tracks for ... Read more
Spasticity is where the muscles become stiffened and often spasm due to nerve damage — it’s a common symptom associated with multiple sclerosis (MS). MORE: Six of the best apps for managing chronic illness ... Read more
If you suffer from a chronic illness like MS, then it’s highly likely that you’ll experience fatigue from time to time. Fatigue is different than just feeling tired, and generally it’s ... Read more
Multiple sclerosis is a disease that is unique to each patient, which means no two people suffer from identical symptoms. While there are many symptoms MS patients share such ... Read more
The Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers (CMSC) focuses on improvements and advancements in care for those living with multiple sclerosis. Typically hosting more than 2,000 attendees and 70 exhibitors, the event is the ... Read more
Life is tough for people with a chronic illness, but through the pain and the fatigue and all the other symptoms and side effects, they show an extraordinary passion for ... Read more
Most of us have probably been reminded to take our vitamins, or pushed to eat something because it’s “full of vitamins”—and it’s true, getting vitamins is incredibly important. Especially during the ... Read more
As part of MS Awareness Month, we’re talking about how chronic fatigue can play a big role in multiple sclerosis. If you suffer from a chronic illness like MS, then it’s highly ... Read more
What’s your nighttime routine like? In this humorous video from Gifted Lift, Lauren gives us a sneak peek into her nighttime routine as a person with a chronic illness. Find out more about ... Read more
As we celebrate Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month, we’re asking you to share what MS means to you. To participate, just grab a piece of paper and write down what MS means ... Read more
Winter is a perilous time if you have a compromised immune system, but you can’t stay alone inside for four months. You have to get on with your daily life, and just ... Read more
Editor’s choice: Patrícia Silva holds her PhD in Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases from the Leiden University Medical Center in Leiden, The Netherlands. She has studied Applied Biology at Universidade do ... Read more
The second annual America’s Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis (ACTRIMS), a forum for clinicians, researchers and other MS specialists to network and discuss the latest advances ... Read more
Brain fog is one of the most common symptoms of many chronic illnesses, including lupus, multiple sclerosis and fibromyalgia. In this Mind Over Meniere’s video, Glenn describes how brain fog affects ... Read more
Everyone suffers from stress from time to time but when you have a chronic disease, stress not only adds to your everyday burden but can often exacerbate the symptoms of ... Read more
Invisible illnesses are conditions patients have that are not obvious when looking at them. Often people with an invisible illness face a lot of prejudice; others accuse them of ... Read more
This video from the Koppele Method focuses on foot exercises for patients with multiple sclerosis (MS). These exercises can help improve mobility and help patients to strengthen the muscles ... Read more
Many multiple sclerosis (MS) patients have a vitamin D deficiency, but recent studies have shown that this vitamin can benefit MS patients. Vitamin D is often called the “sunshine vitamin,” mostly because ... Read more
There is no definitive answer to the question “what causes multiple sclerosis?”, but scientists believe it could be a combination of several factors. Researchers are working hard to help ... Read more
Living with a complex disease like multiple sclerosis (MS) can be very difficult. You’ll probably feel very overwhelmed as soon as you’re diagnosed. What exactly is MS? Where can you ... Read more
Living with an autoimmune disease can feel isolating. While everyone around you continues with their lives, yours can feel as if it’s being turned upside down. Glass half full ... Read more
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a complex and diverse condition which can result in several different symptoms, that may or not may be the same among patients. While not everyone ... Read more
For people living with multiple sclerosis (MS), a healthy diet is an integral part of maintaining one’s health, along with exercise and regular doctor visits. This list features Elissa ... Read more
Ann Romney is married to American businessman, 70th Governor of Massachusetts, and presidential contender Mitt Romney. In 1998, she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. For three years, the mother of five ... Read more
It’s no surprise that sometimes people say things they don’t want to–or mean to. Especially when they’re talking to someone with a disease like multiple sclerosis (MS) that’s not fully ... Read more
Studies have found that lifestyle choices may have a significant impact on the progression of multiple sclerosis. Stress, lack of exercise, poor diet, and smoking were associated with higher ... Read more
In this MostAmazingTop10 video, host Landon Dowlatsingh invites his friend and MS patient, Tyler Gagnon to help him explain some of the most important facts about multiple sclerosis to ... Read more
