Breaking it down - A multiple sclerosis podcast

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Breaking it down - A multiple sclerosis podcast

Our podcast brings together a range of voices from the MS community to cover all aspects of life with multiple sclerosis. We know that living with MS can be life changing and can feel overwhelming at times. That’s why we’re here with you at each stage of the journey.Look, we know that we don’t have all the answers. But our podcast’s aim is to bring you the most up to date, trusted information from experts across the MS space including neurologists, therapists and researchers.Plus, hosts Helena and Nick hear real-life experiences from the MS community and find out your tips, tricks and the things that make you tick. We pose your burning questions to our experts and find out the information that you really want to know.Listen now for helpful information on symptoms, treatments, updates and a whole lot more.

  1. Travelling with MS: we talk public transport challenges and solutions

    5 DAYS AGO

    Travelling with MS: we talk public transport challenges and solutions

    Send us a message about the podcast. For questions about MS please contact our helpline 0800 032 38 39Is public transport derailing your life? We caught up with Meg Barnett (Transport For All), Flora (MS Trust helpline), Richard Sprenger and Antoinette Mohamed on public transport tips, helpful information and all the latest resources. “It’s just really complicated. I hate having medical appointments because it’s so difficult to get to them.” - Antoinette Does this sound familiar? If...

    1h 11m
  2. Bringing MS to work: conversations, challenges, and vocational rehab

    OCT 14

    Bringing MS to work: conversations, challenges, and vocational rehab

    Send us a message about the podcast. For questions about MS please contact our helpline 0800 032 38 39Are you wondering how to stay productive while managing MS? Perhaps you are looking for ways to disclose your diagnosis without derailing your career? Then join us as we delve into the topic of MS at work.Hosts Nick and Helena explore the impact of Multiple Sclerosis in the workplace and share strategies for Bringing Your MS to Work.We have a jam-packed show with four fantastic guests:D...

    1h 16m
  3. Behind the wheel part 2: the MS driver's guide to driving assessments

    SEP 23

    Behind the wheel part 2: the MS driver's guide to driving assessments

    Send us a message about the podcast. For questions about MS please contact our helpline 0800 032 38 39What is a driving assessment? Does your mind conjure up memories of your driving test? Do you see a 17-year-old version of yourself panicking and sweating?Well, the second part of our podcast series on driving and multiple sclerosis covers everything that you need to know.Occupational therapist, Wendy Valentine and driving assessor, James Hinkins take us through the roadmap on driving assessm...

    48 min
  4. Behind the wheel part 1: the MS driver's guide to the Motability Scheme

    SEP 16

    Behind the wheel part 1: the MS driver's guide to the Motability Scheme

    Send us a message about the podcast. For questions about MS please contact our helpline 0800 032 38 39Driving when you live with MS might make you feel like you’re stuck at a red light.You might start to ask questions. Who do I need to tell about my diagnosis? Can I still drive to see my family and friends? What adaptions do I need?Well, our two-part podcast special should give you some answers and dispel a few myths.In part one, we’re joined by Claire Winchester, MS Trust Head of Info and En...

    46 min
  5. Demystifying MS diets pt 2: What is a healthy MS diet?

    JUL 8

    Demystifying MS diets pt 2: What is a healthy MS diet?

    Send us a message about the podcast. For questions about MS please contact our helpline 0800 032 38 39What should you eat when you live with MS? We come across this question a lot from the MS community. It’s not surprising considering how much conflicting information there is out there.That’s why we’re demystifying MS diets in our two-part podcast special. Episode one saw us catch up with Dr. Terry Wahls and Samantha Josephs (Overcoming MS) about their respective diets and lifestyle approache...

    1h 17m
  6. Demystifying MS diets pt 1: the Wahls Protocol and Overcoming MS

    JUL 1

    Demystifying MS diets pt 1: the Wahls Protocol and Overcoming MS

    Send us a message about the podcast. For questions about MS please contact our helpline 0800 032 38 39Have you thought about making changes to your diet to help manage your MS? Maybe you’ve experimented with a few fad diets, but never quite found what works.Well, we know the feeling. The world of nutrition can be tricky – you’re not sure if you should be keto, vegan, paleo, carnivore or just straight up confuddled.Throw MS into the mix and all of a sudden, things can get even more confusing. ...

    1h 16m
  7. Young carers in MS – Oritsé Williams' story

    JUN 10

    Young carers in MS – Oritsé Williams' story

    Send us a message about the podcast. For questions about MS please contact our helpline 0800 032 38 39JLS founding member and critically acclaimed solo artist Oritsé Williams has been in the limelight since 2008. But long before the dazzling, bright lights of fame, Oritsé began his journey as a young carer for his mum, who was diagnosed with MS when he was 12 years old.Find out about the challenges that he and his siblings faced, his mother’s MS journey and why he’s passionate about supportin...

    54 min
  8. Limbo land - what you can do while you wait for an MS diagnosis

    MAY 28

    Limbo land - what you can do while you wait for an MS diagnosis

    Send us a message about the podcast. For questions about MS please contact our helpline 0800 032 38 39Waiting for a potential multiple sclerosis diagnosis can be daunting. In this episode, we explore the "limbo land" time during your first appointments and a possible MS diagnosis.Neurologist, Dr Emma Tallantyre, joins us to talk about the importance of reaching out to your healthcare professionals, managing stress and more!We discuss the roles of neurologists and the tests you might go throug...

    51 min
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Our podcast brings together a range of voices from the MS community to cover all aspects of life with multiple sclerosis. We know that living with MS can be life changing and can feel overwhelming at times. That’s why we’re here with you at each stage of the journey.Look, we know that we don’t have all the answers. But our podcast’s aim is to bring you the most up to date, trusted information from experts across the MS space including neurologists, therapists and researchers.Plus, hosts Helena and Nick hear real-life experiences from the MS community and find out your tips, tricks and the things that make you tick. We pose your burning questions to our experts and find out the information that you really want to know.Listen now for helpful information on symptoms, treatments, updates and a whole lot more.

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