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Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and Pregnancy: What You Should Know
Explore how MS affects pregnancy and learn key considerations for handling medications and relapses during this period.
By?Quinn PhillipsOctober 21, 2024Diagnosed With Multiple Sclerosis — What Should I Do Now?
Newly diagnosed with multiple sclerosis? Learn what to expect, available treatments, lifestyle changes, and how to find support.
By?Joseph Bennington-CastroAugust 28, 20246 Top Tech Recommendations for Primary-Progressive MS
Adaptive devices like voice-activated beds and robotic arms can ease life with PPMS and increase your independence.
By?Max Lee OnderdonkJuly 29, 2024Why Your ZIP Code Matters if You Have Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis can be affected by hot and cold temperatures and other factors like stress and transportation. Here's why your ZIP code matters.
By?Beth W. OrensteinJuly 10, 2024How MS Can Affect Your Oral Health
Discover how multiple sclerosis affects oral health and learn tips to maintain dental hygiene despite MS symptoms and medications. Stay proactive with your dental care.
By?Shira Isenberg, RD, MPHJuly 08, 2024When to Seek, and Avoid, Emergency Care for MS
Most MS symptoms won’t send you to the hospital emergency department, but there may be times when you need care quickly. Learn whom to call and when.
By?Becky UphamJune 26, 20246 Best Exercises to Boost Wellness When You Have Multiple Sclerosis
Try these exercises to manage the symptoms of multiple sclerosis; improve strength, flexibility, and balance; and help you perform daily activities.
By?Beth W. OrensteinJune 20, 20246 Tips for Dealing With MS Fatigue During Exercise
Limiting the length of your workouts, maintaining your focus during exercise, setting a consistent schedule, and finding support can all help.
By?David LyonsJune 12, 2024How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep When You Have MS
Multiple sclerosis (MS) symptoms like pain can get worse at night and disrupt sleep. Learn more about effective treatment options.
By?Mikel TheobaldJune 03, 2024How to Spot the Signs of an MS Flare
How to tell if you’re having a multiple sclerosis relapse — and how to manage it.
By?Chris Iliades, MDMay 20, 2024You Don’t Know Me: How MS Symptoms Affect How You’re Perceived
Many multiple sclerosis symptoms, such as fatigue and pain, are invisible to other people. Here’s how to manage others’ misconceptions.
By?Kerry WeissJanuary 18, 2024When MS Enters Relationships: The Care Partner Perspective
Multiple sclerosis is an unpredictable disease that can shift the dynamics of a relationship. Learn to navigate these changes together and bring back a sense of partnership.
By?Kerry WeissJanuary 18, 2024Unmet Needs: An Unfortunate Side Effect of MS on Care Partners
When you care for someone who has multiple sclerosis, it’s normal to go through emotional highs and lows. Learn about resources to help you cope.
By?Kerry WeissJanuary 18, 2024MS Support Groups: Black Representation Matters
Multiple sclerosis support groups are a valuable resource, but finding one that’s the right fit for you isn’t always easy. These tips can help.
By?Kerry WeissJanuary 18, 2024Painting Helps Artist Lydia Emily Deal With the Pain and Suffering of MS
Multiple sclerosis has thrown tremors, vision loss, pain, muscle weakness, and memory loss at muralist Lydia Emily, and still she perseveres.
By?Brian P. DunleavyOctober 09, 202310 Ways to Take Back Control When MS Causes Bladder Dysfunction
Bladder problems are common among people with MS, but a combination of lifestyle adjustments, physical therapy, and medication can usually help.
By?Jan SheehanSeptember 19, 20238 Steps to Find the Best Shoes for Multiple Sclerosis
Walking issues, loss of balance, and falls are common concerns when you have multiple sclerosis, but the right shoes can help.
By?Diana RodriguezSeptember 07, 2023Your Everyday Guide to Living Well With Multiple Sclerosis
MS can affect every part of your body and every part of your life. This Everyday Health guide points you toward the tips you need to live well with MS.
By?Becky UphamAugust 09, 2023Tips for Quick and Easy Breakfasts When You Have MS (Plus Tasty Options to Try)
If MS symptoms like fatigue complicate your morning meal, simple strategies like making breakfast ahead of time and repurposing leftovers can help.
By?Mona Bostick, RDNJuly 23, 20236 Hand Exercises for Multiple Sclerosis
These simple hand exercises for MS can help you stretch and strengthen your hands to improve range of motion, grip, and pinch.
By?Beth W. OrensteinJuly 10, 2023