This Is MS

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This Is MS

Multiple Sclerosis remains one of the most misunderstood diseases. Canada has one of the highest rates of multiple sclerosis (MS) in the world, with an estimated 1 in every 385 Canadians living with the disease. While it is most often diagnosed in young adults aged 20 to 49, younger children and older adults are also diagnosed with the disease. This is MS will help you better understand this often invisible disease by sharing what life is really like with MS. Join Andrea Dunn a radio personality who was diagnosed with the disease when she turned 31 years old, as she brings you great stories of those who have persevered with the disease, and never let it define them. New episodes every other week starting May 21.

  1. MS in the Family: Sarah & her mother both have Multiple Sclerosis

    2020-10-22

    MS in the Family: Sarah & her mother both have Multiple Sclerosis

    In this episode, I want you to meet a young woman who was diagnosed with MS almost 14 years after her mother was diagnosed with same disease.  Guest: sarah_flohr Host Andrea Dunn @TeamDunner on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook For more information on the MS Society of Canada @mssocietycanada See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    18 min
  2. MS and Pregnancy Part 2: Jess' story of twin boys

    2020-10-08

    MS and Pregnancy Part 2: Jess' story of twin boys

    Over the next two episodes, we’ll be talking about MS and pregnancy. I want you to meet Jess who can tell you what the experience is like and how she cares for her twin boys while living with MS.  Guest: Jessica @jessica.knoop on Instagram Host Andrea Dunn @TeamDunner on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook For more information on the MS Society of Canada @mssocietycanada See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    20 min
  3. MS and Pregnancy: Part 1 Katherine's story

    2020-09-24

    MS and Pregnancy: Part 1 Katherine's story

    Over the next two episodes, we’ll be talking about MS and pregnancy. I want you to meet Katherine who can tell you what the experience is like and how she cares for a newborn while living with MS.  Guest: Katherine Louman-Gardiner, Ambassador MS Society of BC https://mssociety.ca/managing-ms/womens-health/pregnancy Host Andrea Dunn @TeamDunner on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook For more information on the MS Society of Canada @mssocietycanada See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    17 min
  4. MS and Marriage: Arnold leads a Peer Group to support his wife

    2020-09-10

    MS and Marriage: Arnold leads a Peer Group to support his wife

    Meet Arnold, a devoted husband, who started a peer group to support his wife and many others affected by MS. Arnold’s wife of 37 years has MS. He leads an MS Support Group in Swift Current, Saskatchewan. Guest: To contact Arnold awiebe.family@sasktel.net Saskatchewan Division programs and services  https://mssociety.ca/library/document/FHtb03xoI7rfwi6amAkdUczpDZN4VvjY/original.pdf Contact: Host Andrea Dunn @TeamDunner on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook For more information on the MS Society of Canada @mssocietycanada See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    15 min
  5. Newly Diagnosed: Jessica learns to navigate life with MS

    2020-08-27

    Newly Diagnosed: Jessica learns to navigate life with MS

    Two years ago, Jessica began to experience vision problems. She began to see spots in her right eye. In 2019, she found out she had Multiple Sclerosis.  This episode explains what it’s like to be newly diagnosed with MS and we discuss how to navigate life with a disease that has no cure.   Guest: To contact Jessica on Instagram @halesie  Contact: Host Andrea Dunn @TeamDunner on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook For more information on the MS Society of Canada @mssocietycanada   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    18 min
  6. MS and Peer Support: When you need someone to talk to about MS

    2020-08-13

    MS and Peer Support: When you need someone to talk to about MS

    Shannon's father has Primary-Progressive MS. He was diagnosed in 1994.  A year ago, 20-year-old Shannon became a 1:1 Peer Support Mentor. She knew this was the perfect opportunity to connect with people her own age to talk about the struggles in having a parent with MS.  Guest: To contact Shannon on Instagram @shannon_bird_ Contact: Host Andrea Dunn @TeamDunner on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook For more information on the MS Society of Canada @mssocietycanada The 1:1 Peer Support Program is for individuals living with MS, for caregivers and loved ones of people with MS https://mssociety.ca/support-services/ms-peer-support-program See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    17 min
  7. MS and Depression: How Donavon inspires other young athletes with MS

    2020-07-30

    MS and Depression: How Donavon inspires other young athletes with MS

    Donavon played college level hockey until his symptoms forced him to hang up his skates. In this episode, meet a young hockey player who suffered from depression early in his MS journey. He has battled back to inspire other athletes impacted by MS.  Dono thanks for doing this podcast! I know you were concerned about how you might sound because MS has affected your speech. But, just know you did amazing and thank you for being such an inspiring guest.  Guest: To contact Donavon on Instagram @dono824 Contact: Host Andrea Dunn @TeamDunner For more information on the MS Society of Canada @mssocietycanada See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    19 min
  8. MS in the Workplace: How Julia is helping others with disability stay employed

    2020-07-16

    MS in the Workplace: How Julia is helping others with disability stay employed

    Julia lost her job because of MS. Now, she's fighting to help others deal with disability in the workforce. MS is usually diagnosed between the ages of 20 to 49. It can be devastating to people who have spent time and invested money into their careers and then they are told they are no longer a valuable member of the workforce. We discuss ways to stay employed while working with a disability.    Julia is the current Lead Volunteer for Government Relations for the MS Society Atlantic Division and runs the largest public library in Fredericton, NB.  Guest: To contact Julia on Instagram @stewartjulia  Contact: Host Andrea Dunn @TeamDunner For more information on the MS Society of Canada @mssocietyatlantic Talk about MS with Employers https://mssociety.ca/managing-ms/newly-diagnosed/talking-about-ms/employers Also download MS in the Workplace: An employer's guide https://mssociety.ca/en/pdf/EmployersGuide.pdf See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    22 min
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Multiple Sclerosis remains one of the most misunderstood diseases. Canada has one of the highest rates of multiple sclerosis (MS) in the world, with an estimated 1 in every 385 Canadians living with the disease. While it is most often diagnosed in young adults aged 20 to 49, younger children and older adults are also diagnosed with the disease. This is MS will help you better understand this often invisible disease by sharing what life is really like with MS. Join Andrea Dunn a radio personality who was diagnosed with the disease when she turned 31 years old, as she brings you great stories of those who have persevered with the disease, and never let it define them. New episodes every other week starting May 21.

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