MS Information Line Update
Please note that the Information Line (0818 233233) will be closed from Friday, April 18th and will reopen on Thursday, April 24th at 9:30am.
Thank you for your understanding.
News
The Unspeakable Bits Webinar - Neglect, Abuse and MS
Join us for The Unspeakable Bits Webinar on Neglect, Abuse, and Multiple Sclerosis, taking place on Thursday, 17th April at 7pm. Our host Trevis Gleason will be joined by Patricia Rickard-Clarke, Chair, Safeguarding Ireland and Tim Hanley, General Manager of the HSE Safeguarding Office.
Register for free in advance using this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82419054576?pwd=w9XqKRSseU3k0S1dHKAl4ZBVIwU6xs.1
E is for EMSP journey By Anna Revilla
In January I started an exciting new chapter as the membership and community engagement coordinator at the European Multiple Sclerosis Platform (EMSP). This role is both inspiring and challenging, offering me the incredible opportunity to contribute to the MS community on a larger scale.
Survey Aims to Address Sexual Difficulties in People with MS
Emily White, a PhD student at King’s College London, is conducting a survey to support individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS) who experience sexual difficulties (SDs).
Emma Rogan on E is for EMSP
How do we discover a sense of purpose after our lives have been turned upside down and inside out? When does our sense ‘turn’ from darkness to a brighter state of being? For Emma Rogan, the answer lies in being part of the European effort.
Join the May 50K with Camogie Star Emma O’Byrne
Dublin camogie player and May 50K ambassador Emma O’Byrne is encouraging as many people as possible of all abilities and ages to take up the month-long May 50K fitness challenge in the run up to World MS Day on May 30th by registering for free at https://www.themay50k.ie
Enter Our Sweatshirt Design Competition
Enter into our artwork challenge to design a sweatshirt featuring a powerful message: "MS-Hope through your eyes?"
Join the 2025 Dip a Day in May for MS
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
D - is for Driving and A Disability Card
As part of our A to Z of MS series, Joan discusses D - Driving and a Disability card.
New Research Study Seeks Young Adults with MS
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.