MS Talks 2.0

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MS Talks 2.0. Let's Discuss Facts. A series brought to you by Novartis, where we discuss the topic of multiple sclerosis. With special guests, of experts and members of the community, we're bringing awareness to MS with the aim of normalising the conversation. 

Episodes

  1. MS Talks 2.0: Finding Acceptance

    04/07/2023

    MS Talks 2.0: Finding Acceptance

    In this episode, Muna Al Harbi, MS patient advocate, member of the National MS Society, and Transformational and Personal Growth coach joins the show to share her tips for coping with an MS diagnosis and eventually finding acceptance.Muna has documented her journey throughout MS Talks and today she shares how she dealt with the life-changing diagnosis, by sharing valuable advice. She addresses the topic from her own personal point of view as well as that of her profession as a Personal Growth Coach. She highlights the questions MS patients ask themselves including, “will my life change?” and, “can I get married”? Finally, she summarises the stages MS patients go through on their journey to accepting the diagnosis.MS Talks 2.0 is a collaboration between Lovin Dubai and Novartis. The 10-episode series brings together experts and members of the community to bring awareness to Multiple Sclerosis.

    10 min
  2. MS Talks 2.0: A Network of Support

    03/29/2023

    MS Talks 2.0: A Network of Support

    In this episode of MS Talks 2.0, we look at the importance of building a support network for patients, and in turn, how friends and family of MS patients can provide support.To give more clarity on how to approach these delicate situations, Professor. Anu Jacob, DM, FRCP, is the Director of Multiple Sclerosis and Autoimmune Neurology and Staff Physician in the Neurological Institute at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi joined the show.He shared helpful tips on how you can provide support for a friend or family who has MS which include learning more about the disease and trying to empathize with the patient. He adds the importance of listening to their needs on a day-to-day basis, as every day is different. Professor Jacob also shares advice for people who are supporting their loved ones going through an MS diagnosis, tips for parents on how to handle if their child is diagnosed with MS, and tackles the genuine questions people have about offering support at a difficult time.

    17 min
  3. Ms Talks 2.0: Can You Prevent Multiple Sclerosis By Listening To Your Gut?

    03/22/2023

    Ms Talks 2.0: Can You Prevent Multiple Sclerosis By Listening To Your Gut?

    This is MS Talks 2.0.Let's discuss facts. We have a very interesting topic for you today.We're covering listening to your gut.Over the years, there's been lots of information released about the gut and its influence on your wellbeing. It seems that changes in the gut bacteria or microbiome have a direct impact on the immune system and may even play a part in someone's susceptibility to autoimmune conditions such as multiple sclerosis.This isn't such a crazy notion, considering 70% of the body's immune cells are located in the lymphoid tissue that lines the gut.Here with us to discuss this topic, Dr. Ahmed Shatila Consultant Neurologist in the Department of Neurology at SSMC, Abu Dhabi. Dr. Shatila also manages the Multiple Sclerosis Clinic at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City and is the chairman of the medical advisory committee of the national multiple sclerosis society in the UAE.

    9 min
  4. MS Talks 2.0: Chasing A Cure For MS Using Stem Cells

    03/15/2023

    MS Talks 2.0: Chasing A Cure For MS Using Stem Cells

    This is MS Talks 2.0, Let’s Discuss Facts,a series brought to you by Novartis. Multiple sclerosis is an incurable disease.And if you receive a diagnosis, there can be a tendency to seek different approaches such as stem cell therapy, in search of an elusive cure.In this episode, we're here to talk more about chasing a cure for MS.To get a greater understanding of stem celltherapy and how it can be used within a patient's journey. Today we're joined by Dr. Mona Thakre,Consultant Neurologist and Head of Neurology at Al Zahra Hospital and Board member of Emirates Neurology Society and Mona Al Harbi, MS Patient Advocate, member of the National MS Society and Transformational and Personal Growth Coach.

    11 min
  5. MS Talks 2.0. Chasing A Cure: Natural Remedies

    03/09/2023

    MS Talks 2.0. Chasing A Cure: Natural Remedies

    Some people believe that natural remedies could help cure Multiple Sclerosis, as opposed to traditional medication. To give us a better insight into the science and to debunk myths, we’re joined by the director of the Neurology Institute, at Harley Street Medical Center in Abu Dhabi, Dr. Bassem Yamout, and Mona Al Harbi, MS patient advocate.

    13 min
  6. MS TALKS 2.0: Should You Consider Supportive Therapies To Treat MS?

    03/01/2023

    MS TALKS 2.0: Should You Consider Supportive Therapies To Treat MS?

    In this episode of MS Talks 2.0, we look at the crucial aspect of treatment and supportive therapies. Dr. Maha Feda, Consultant and Head of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department of Reem Hospital, Abu Dhabi, joined the show to share her insights on the supportive therapies which are widely available to MS patients and when or how they can be used within a treatment plan. Please take a watch and let us know your thoughts.

    6 min
  7. Ms Talks 2.0: Motherhood And MS: “Can I Become A Mother?”

    02/22/2023

    Ms Talks 2.0: Motherhood And MS: “Can I Become A Mother?”

    There are many misconceptions about multiple sclerosis. One of the biggest is that of motherhood. On this episode of MS Talks 2.0, Dr. Suzan Noori, is here to help bring awareness and debunk those common misunderstandings, from having children to live a ‘normal’ family life with MS. Stay tuned.

    10 min
  8. MS Talks 2.0 Episode 3: An Emotional Rollercoaster: How To Divert From The Road?

    02/15/2023

    MS Talks 2.0 Episode 3: An Emotional Rollercoaster: How To Divert From The Road?

    MS Talks 2.0 is a collaboration between Lovin Dubai and Novartis. The 10-episode series brings together experts and members of the community to bring awareness to Multiple Sclerosis.In this episode, we attempt to navigate the difficult journey of diagnosis under the guidance of Muna Al Harbi, MS patient advocate, member of the National MS Society, and Transformational and Personal Growth coach. Stay tuned.

    9 min
  9. MS TALKS 2.0: What MS Is Not

    02/08/2023

    MS TALKS 2.0: What MS Is Not

    MS Talks 2.0. Let's Discuss Facts. A series brought to you by Novartis, where we discuss the topic of multiple sclerosis. With special guests, of experts and members of the community, we're bringing awareness to MS with the aim to normalise the conversation. There are many misconceptions about multiple sclerosis, but what we do know is that the disease has multiple risk factors and regardless of the cause, it’s essential to get treated as early as possible. In episode 2 of MS Talks 2.0, Dr. Jihad Inshasi, Consultant Neurologist at Rashid Hospital and Professor of Neurology at Dubai Medical College, and MS Ambassador Sultan Alshamsi tell us what 'MS is not'.

    13 min
  10. MS TALKS 2.0: A Story To Inspire: Breaking the MS News

    02/01/2023

    MS TALKS 2.0: A Story To Inspire: Breaking the MS News

    MS Talks 2.0. Let's Discuss Facts. A series brought to you by Novartis, where we discuss the topic of multiple sclerosis. With special guests, of experts and members of the community, we're bringing awareness to MS with the aim to normalise the conversation.  In the first episode of MS Talks 2.0, Lovin Dubai spoke to Sultan Alshamsi, who is an MS patient. He shared his journey; from recognizing the first symptoms to the challenges relating to his original diagnosis. Surprisingly, he shared the relief he felt when he was finally diagnosed, so he could begin learning more about the disease and start his treatment journey. The episode shares tips for people who may panic about their diagnosis, it explores the MS community in the UAE and how to break the news that you’ve been diagnosed with MS to your family.

    12 min
  11. MS Talks 2.0

    01/30/2023

    MS Talks 2.0

    MS Talks 2.0 is a collaboration between Lovin Dubai and Novartis. The series of 10 episodes brings together experts and members of the community to bring awareness and provide clarity on the disease.

    1 min
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