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5 tips for sharing your personal multiple sclerosis story
(BPT) – The tradition of storytelling – the social and cultural activity of sharing stories – extends as far back into human history as the ancient Greeks, and is valued across all cultures and communities. While the ancient Greeks wrote to express and alleviate the concerns of wars, plagues and famine, today, this cherished tradition […]
Managing the Unpredictability of Multiple Sclerosis in the Heat
(BPT) – Heat and humidity can make anyone feel uncomfortable, but for the 400,000 people living with multiple sclerosis (MS) in the United States, warmer weather can make life particularly difficult to manage. ‘When it’s warm and sunny, that’s when I want to spend the most time outdoors,’ said Wendy Booker, who has been living […]
Pittsburgh woman builds strong support network to help with challenges of multiple sclerosis
(BPT) – When Judy Metzler was first diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at age 54, she was in shock – she felt too young to have a chronic disease. Judy wanted to learn more about it, but didn’t know where to turn. That’s where her husband, Jeff, stepped in. “Without Jeff, I wouldn’t have made it […]