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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.

As part of our A to Z of MS series, Nadia discusses B – Baby.

MS Ireland invites you to take part in the Global Digital Tools for MS Survey, a key activity of the global PROMS initiative, led by the MS International Federation (MSIF) in collaboration with several MS organisations worldwide.

A huge thank you to everyone who supported our 2024 raffle! Special thanks to Martine Brangan whose generous sponsorship made it possible for us to offer the top two incredible prizes.

Join us for our next Unspeakable Bits webinar ‘On Ending up in a Wheelchair’ on Thursday, March 20th at 7pm. Register here

As part of our A to Z of MS series, Ciara O'Meara shares her insights on ECTRIMS 2024 in A – Advances in MS. Discover the latest research breakthroughs and key updates shaping the future of MS care.

MS Ireland have updated you on some changes that we have made to the record keeping system we use in the Community Worker Service.

The main change that you will notice, is that after you avail of the Community Worker service, we will send you an email asking for your feedback.

We would appreciate if you would take the time to give us some information on your experience.  The information you provide will be used to evaluate the service we provide.

As always, if you have any questions or queries about this please don’t hesitate to contact us in the regional office. 

From February 8th to 15th, MS Ireland's Care Centre hosted Younger Persons Week, a dedicated respite program designed for people under 45 who had never before experienced a stay at Bushy Park. This initiative provided a unique and much-needed opportunity for younger individuals living with MS to take a break, connect with others in a similar situation, and engage in a carefully tailored program aimed at supporting their physical and emotional well-being.