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MS Ireland is excited to launch the 2025 Dip a Day in May Challenge, building on the incredible success of last year’s event. This year, we’re making an even bigger splash—10,000 dips for the 10,000 people living with MS in Ireland!

Register with enthuse to create a fundraising page here, it only takes a couple of minutes, or email fundraising@ms-society.ie for more information. 

• Once registered we will send you out your Dip a Day pack!
• Then, join our Facebook group here

As part of our A to Z of MS series, Joan discusses D - Driving and a Disability card.

About the Study

A psychology student at the University of Galway is looking for young adults with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) to take part in a research study about living with a chronic illness. The study will explore how MS affects relationships, self-identity, and future goals.

Applications open for International prize recognising a ‘rising star’ female scientist in Multiple Sclerosis research,.

Submissions for the 2025 Rachel Horne Prize for Women’s Research in MS are now open.

MS Ireland are delighted to announce that we have been awarded ‘Triple Lock’ status by the Charities Institute Ireland (CII), reflecting our commitment to transparent reporting, ethical fundraising and strong governance structures.

MS Ireland is calling on participants of all ages and abilities to take up the month-long May 50K fitness challenge in May in the run up to World MS Day on May 30th. 

In our latest Unspeakable Bits webinar, host Trevis L Gleason discussed "On Ending Up in a Wheelchair" with mental health professionals, wheelchair advocates, and people leading fulfilling lives with wheelchairs. Our panellists included:

• John Fulham, Public Engagement Manager for the Irish Wheelchair Association
• Emma Rogan, internationally recognised advocate for inclusion and disability rights
• Declan Groeger, disability advocate and founding member of the MS & Me blog.

Watch the video below:

As part of our A to Z of MS series, Willeke discusses C is for comorbidities.

A new research project led by Dr. Isabelle Killane from TU Dublin is developing an assistive device to help people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) play the guitar. The device aims to make it easier for individuals with MS to overcome challenges like muscle weakness and tremors that affect their ability to play. This research is completed by Mr Sean Brady, a final year Mechanical Engineering Degree student.

Áine Gorman, a 3rd-year PhD student in Health Economics at University College Cork, is inviting public and patient (PPIE) contributors to take part in an important research project. The study aims to explore individuals' preferences for community-based healthcare services for those living with neuro-physical disabilities. Your input will help shape a survey that reflects what matters most to patients and their families.