MS-UK

03/06/2026

Navigating MS is our monthly bitesize series, designed to help you make sense of different MS‑related topics, one step at a time.

Today's session focuses on what to expect from your MS health team and will be led by Ryan Jones from the MS-UK Helpline team. You will learn who is involved in supporting you, what their roles are and when they can help. 👩‍⚕️

We will cover the role of your neurologist, MS specialist nurse, GP, and other professionals such as physiotherapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, and speech and language therapists, so you feel clearer and more confident about your care.

Click the link below to register.
https://ms-uk.org/navigating-ms-series-living-well-with-ms/

03/06/2026

New research has explored how the use of everyday substances, like caffeine and alcohol, may be linked to MS symptoms. ☕

The study found that people living with MS may use substances differently depending on the symptoms they are experiencing, and that some substances may be linked to changes in symptoms such as fatigue, stress or pain.

Researchers say findings like this could encourage people living with MS to reflect on how different substances affect them, and highlight the importance of open conversations with healthcare professionals.

Click the link below to read all about it 💜
https://ms-uk.org/news/alcohol-and-caffeine-may-ease-some-ms-symptoms/

Alcohol and caffeine may ease some MS symptomsPublished: 25 May 2026Using psychoactive drugs such as alcohol, caffeine, ni****ne, cannabis, or opioids may help ease certain symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS) – but many of these substances can make other MS symptoms worse, a study found.The resear...

02/06/2026

It’s Volunteers’ Week, and we want to say a huge thank you to every amazing person who gives their time to support MS-UK. 🤗

From cheering at events and supporting fundraising, to sharing lived experiences, hosting Peer Pods, and helping guide our work as trustees, our volunteers make such a meaningful difference.

Your time, care, energy and kindness help us reach more people affected by MS, and build a stronger, more connected MS community.

💗 Like this post to show your appreciation for our amazing volunteers!

02/06/2026

Living with MS can bring changes to relationships, and it’s natural to have questions about how to manage those changes. 💜

Whether you’re living with MS or supporting someone who is, changes in communication, roles or emotions can sometimes feel hard to navigate. You don’t have to navigate these on your own.

Our MS‑UK Helpline is here to listen and offer trusted information and emotional support. We can talk things through at your pace and help you feel more confident about the next steps.

https://ms-uk.org/ms-uk-helpline/
📞 Call 0800 783 0518
📧 Email [email protected]
💬 WhatsApp 07824 708897
Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm.

02/06/2026

Trying to understand MS treatments but not sure where to start? 💊

Join our Understanding MS disease modifying therapies (DMTs) session on Wednesday 03 June at 10am.

Laura Amiss-Smith and Shaun Barton from the MS-UK Helpline team will explain what DMTs are, how they work, how treatments have changed over time and where MS research is heading.

You can join live or watch on demand.

Click the link to book your place. 🔗
https://ms-uk.org/understanding-ms-disease-modifying-therapies-dmts/

01/06/2026

This was our top news story from May. 💜

Early research suggests that menstrual fluid could one day offer a simple, non‑invasive way to help monitor MS activity. While this research is still at an early stage and more studies are needed, many of you were interested in what this could mean for the future of MS research.

Click the link below to read the full article and learn more.
https://ms-uk.org/news/tampons-could-offer-way-to-monitor-multiple-sclerosis/

01/06/2026

Appointments can feel a lot easier when you know who is involved in your MS care and what support is available. 💜

In our next monthly bitesize series, we are looking at what to expect from your NHS MS health team, including the different professionals involved in MS care and tips to help you make the most of your appointments.

Come along for reliable information, helpful guidance and support from MS-UK’s Helpline team.

Click the link below to book your place. 🔗
https://ms-uk.org/navigating-ms-series-living-well-with-ms/

The ‘Navigating MS’ monthly bitesize series takes place every month and focuses on a different important MS-related topic.

01/06/2026

Our top blog from May was all about MS and heat sensitivity. ☀️

As we head into June, this information is still really relevant for many people living with MS who find warmer weather affects their symptoms.

The blog explains why heat sensitivity can happen in MS and shares ideas that may help you stay cool.

To read the full article, please click the link below.
https://ms-uk.org/blog/ms-and-heat-sensitivity/

31/05/2026

When someone you care about is newly diagnosed with MS, it can raise lots of questions and emotions. 💜

Our New to MS – friends and family Peer Pod is a compassionate space for partners, family members and close friends whose loved one has recently been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. It’s a chance to connect with others who understand, share experiences and take time to think about your own wellbeing too.

The Peer Pod takes place on the first Monday of every month at 6pm and is hosted by Chrissie, who supports her husband living with MS and works in healthcare as a pharmacy technician.

Click the link below to find out more and join Chrissie tomorrow at 6pm.
https://ms-uk.org/new-to-ms-friends-and-family-peer-pod/

30/05/2026

This World MS Day, we’re sharing Jancis’ story. 💜

Jancis lives with MS and works as a Support Dogs instructor, using her own understanding of MS to help others feel more supported, confident and independent.

In our latest blog, she shares how assistance dogs can make a real difference for people living with MS, from helping with daily tasks to offering reassurance when it is needed most. 🐾

Read Jancis' blog below.
https://ms-uk.org/blog/mser-shares-her-love-for-support-dogs-on-world-ms-day/

Have you experienced support from an assistance dog, pet or another kind of support that has made daily life with MS feel a little easier?

World Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Day