Throughout March, Multiple Sclerosis News Today is recognizing Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Month through a variety of stories representing different perspectives on life with MS. These stories highlight some of the unique challenges of living with MS, as well as stories of hope, inspiration, and other topics that help to generate awareness among the MS community. Follow along with the series here or visit us on Facebook, Instagram, X, or Pinterest using the hashtag #MSSpotlight.
From left, Adela Puente and her niece, Desiree Lama, spend time together in downtown San Antonio. (Photos courtesy of Desiree Lama) Day 31 of 31 This is Adela Puente’s story: Lama and…
Read moreIzzy Abbas loves to go camping, but he also enjoys traveling internationally, Here, he is shown visiting Turkey. (Photos courtesy of Izzy Abbas) Day 11 of 31 This is Izzy Abbas’ story: Camping…
Sarah Zichterman poses for a photo one year after her MS diagnosis. (Photos courtesy of Sarah Zichterman) Day 10 of 31 This is Sarah Zichterman’s story: Getting diagnosed with MS was not something…
Naty Caez shares about her life with MS on Instagram. (Photos courtesy of Naty Caez) Day 9 of 31 This is Naty Caez’s story: In September 2024, I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis…
Edward Radford gives a thumbs-up while running The Great North Run half-marathon in 2024. (Photos courtesy of Edward Radford) Day 8 of 31 This is Edward Radford’s story: People often say F**k MS,…
Amy Behimer sits in a rocking chair in her home. (Photos courtesy of Amy Behimer) Day 7 of 31 This is Amy Behimer’s story: When I was first diagnosed with multiple…
Anne Rosales is a mother, grandmother, and community volunteer, as well as a certified Aging in Place specialist. She was diagnosed with MS in her mid-50s. (Photos courtesy of Anne Rosales) Day 6…
Brittany Boudreau attends the MS Dream Center of Rhode Island’s An Evening to Remember gala. (Photos courtesy of Brittany Boudreau) Day 5 of 31 This is Brittany Boudreau’s story: In August 2021, my…
Melinda Livermont, an MS Ambassador with MS4MS, is shown representing for the nonprofit while attending an NHL hockey game. (Photos courtesy of Melinda Livermont) Day 4 of 31 This is Melinda Livermont’s story:…
A young Michael Lama Jr. poses with his sister, Desiree Lama, at Christmastime years ago. (Photos courtesy of Michael Lama Jr.) Day 3 of 31 This is Michael Lama Jr.’s story: Growing up,…
From left, Michael Lee Martinez and Feliciano Velazquez celebrate the holiday with their cats, Korra and Cleo, on Dec. 23, 2024. (Photos courtesy of Michael Lee Martinez) Day 2 of 31 This is…
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