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MS Ireland are delighted to announce that we will be hosting a webinar on the topic of ‘MS and Stem Cell’. Consultant Neurologist, Maria Gaughan will speak on the topic.

The recording of our first Unspeakable Bits Webinar ‘Bladder Dysfunction and Multiple Sclerosis’ is now available for viewing!

On Thursday, June 13th, our host Trevis Gleason talked with Neurologist Dr Helena Moore about bladder dysfunction and multiple sclerosis doing a deep dive into symptoms such as spastic bladder, leakage, incontinence, and catheterisation.

Catch up here: https://youtu.be/Oc97Ubw1UZc?si=BDzZz39iK_FsKhc9

We are looking for your support for the following important Patients Deserve Better campaign led by the Neurological Alliance of Ireland (NAI), advocating for Neurology Services in Donegal.  

We understand that recent media reports may have caused concern with our community. We would like to remind you that our Information Line and Community Worker Service are here to support you.

MS Ireland advises all individuals using any medication, to remain informed about potential side effects. It is important to discuss any concerns or unusual symptoms with your healthcare provider. They can provide guidance tailored to your specific medical needs and help you make informed decisions about your treatment.

MS Ireland is committed to providing support, information, and resources to help you manage your condition safely and effectively.

Our Information Line is open Monday – Friday, from 9:30am – 5:00pm. We are here to help.

Listen to Alison Cotter, MS Ireland Advocacy and Research Officer on Newstalk Breakfast Briefing being interviewed with Shane Beatty on the findings from “My MS My Needs” Survey. 

My MS My Needs survey highlights the needs and experiences of people living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in Ireland.

This blog title gives me anxiety. What does a “better me” mean? Should I be writing an article like the many I’ve seen where people tell stories about how better their life is since MS diagnosis and how much they have achieved? People climbing mountains or running marathons? I have read a lot where people seem grateful for MS. I’m happy for them but let's get one thing straight from the start - I am not grateful for my diagnosis. MS has in no way improved my life. It sucks and any of the positive things that have come from it, like my learning mindfulness and becoming a calmer person, I like to think I would have discovered in time anyway. 

We are thrilled to share the wonderful news that, thanks to your participation and support, MS Ireland's Readathon 2023 raised an incredible €248,993!

MS Ireland launched the results of the comprehensive “My MS My Needs” survey on World MS Day at a briefing in the AV Room of Leinster House to Oireachtas members, all eager to deepen their understanding of the challenges faced by the over 10,000 individuals living with MS in Ireland.

The Neurological Alliance of Ireland’s Patients Deserve Better campaign is calling for regional neurology services in 5 hospitals across the country, in Bantry, Wexford, Portlaoise, Letterkenny and Mayo hospitals. 

Access to a Consultant Neurologist should not depend on where you live yet people with chronic long term neurological conditions are regularly travelling between 60 and 112 km to see their Neurologist.