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For Niamh Redmond from Wexford, World MS Day is an important opportunity to share real experiences, raise awareness and challenge misconceptions about multiple sclerosis.
For Deirdre Murphy from Cork, World MS Day is important because it is a chance to make sure people living with MS are seen, supported and understood.
Each year on 30 May, people around the world come together to mark World MS Day, a global awareness day dedicated to highlighting the realities of living with multiple sclerosis (MS).
In Ireland, MS Ireland continues to play a leading role in raising awareness by amplifying the voices and lived experiences of people across the MS community.
Join MS Ireland Western Region for a World MS Day Information Session on Wednesday 20 May from 11:00am to 1:00pm at the Clayton Hotel, Ballybrit, Galway.
MS Ireland Support & Education Nurse Sorcha Barlow will deliver an informative session on MS symptoms and supports, offering practical guidance and advice for people living with MS.
This event is open to people living with MS, as well as family members and friends, and provides an opportunity to learn more, ask questions, and connect with others in a supportive environment.
Refreshments will be provided.
Advance booking is recommended.
To book your place, complete the booking form or contact Jackie on 087 2502031 or Lesley on 086 2012085.
MS Ireland Western Regional Office are hosting a Coffee Morning and Information Session on Tuesday 26th May at 11am in The TF Royal, Castlebar Co. Mayo.
The Information Session will be facilitated by the Mayo Integrated Specialist Continence Care Service
If you are interested in attending this event, please contact Jackie Keogh on 087 2502031 or email jackiek@ms-society.ie
For Samantha McCarthy from Co. Clare, World MS Day is an important opportunity to show that it is possible to live a full and positive life with MS.
Weekly Chair Yoga classes for people with MS. Classes are held every Wednesday at 2.30pm in Macroom. For further information, please contact Gillian on 021 4300001 or email: southern@ms-society.ie
‘MS News’ is the magazine of MS Ireland. It exists to foster informed debate and comment about all issues relating to MS. You can access issues of MS News by clicking the links below.
MS Ireland is part of a global movement working to improve the lives of people affected by multiple sclerosis. Through international campaigns, we join organisations around the world to raise awareness, share knowledge and advocate for better support, treatment and understanding of MS.
These campaigns bring the global MS community together — amplifying voices, challenging misconceptions and driving positive change.
To mark World MS Day, join us on Wednesday 27 May 2026 at 11:00am in The Gilbert Centre, Mallow for coffee and a friendly, informative session with local Social Prescriber, Eithne Foley.
For more information:
Aideen: 086 463 7478
Gillian (Office): 021 430 0001