MS Society Scotland

12/08/2026

“Importantly, people shouldn’t feel to blame for their condition, or for the chances of their children or other relatives developing MS.”

Professor Ruth Dobson is a neurologist and a member of our UK MS Prevention Taskforce. Earlier this year, she spoke at MS Frontiers, the research conference we hosted at the University of Edinburgh.

Her research focuses on understanding who’s at risk of developing MS and how we might be able to prevent the condition getting worse from an early stage or even stop it occurring in the first place.

Thank you, Professor Dobson, for answering some of our questions on MS risk and prevention 🧡

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Professor Ruth Dobson is a neurologist and member of our UK MS Prevention Taskforce. We asked her some of your questions about MS risk – and what research into MS prevention could achieve.

12/08/2026

Are you planning to watch the partial solar eclipse this evening?

NHS 24 has shared these tips to help you do so safely.

Happy viewing, and fingers crossed for clear skies 🤞🧡

☀️🌕Planning to watch the partial solar eclipse? Protect your eyesight!

A partial solar eclipse will be visible across Scotland on the evening of Wednesday 12 August. While it may be tempting to take a good look at this rare natural phenomenon, viewing the sun without proper protection can cause permanent eye damage.

Remember:
✅ Only use certified eclipse glasses or solar viewers
✅ Consider a safe indirect viewing method, such as a pinhole projector
❌ Never look directly at the sun
❌ Ordinary sunglasses won't protect your eyes
❌ Don't use binoculars, telescopes or cameras without specialist solar filters

If you notice blurred vision, blind spots or any changes to your sight, your local optometrist should usually be your first point of contact.

Optometrists can assess a range of eye conditions and help ensure you get the right care in the right place.

10/08/2026

Looking for a new way to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences?

Poems on My Mind is a free four-week online course for people living with MS. Using poetry as a starting point, you'll have the opportunity to reflect, write and connect with others in a welcoming and supportive space.

You don't need to have written poetry before. Find out more and sign up via the link below.

📅 Wednesdays, 12 August - 2 September
➡️ https://buff.ly/Feh4gST

09/08/2026

Ready to walk, roll or stroll for everyone affected by MS? 🧡

MS Walk Glasgow is back on Saturday 12 September. And we'd love to see you there.

Whether you're taking on 1km, 5km, 10km or 20km, every step helps raise vital funds to support people living with MS through our services, campaigning and life-changing research.

Bring your family, friends or colleagues, pull on your free MS Walk t-shirt, and join us for an unforgettable day in the heart of Glasgow.

📍 Glasgow Green
📅 Saturday 12 September
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07/08/2026

Happy Friday! Our this week is Janice - and what an incredible fundraising journey she's had.

This year, Janice took on the May 50K Challenge to raise money for the MS Society. Her daughter, Fiona, who was diagnosed with MS almost six years ago, joined her for the first 13K of the challenge around Glasgow. Together, they turned every step into support for everyone affected by MS.

Janice has raised an amazing £985 through her May 50K fundraiser. But she didn't stop there! The choir Janice sings with donated £475 from ticket sales at their recent concert. And she also hosted a strawberry tea morning, raising more than £500.

Altogether, Janice's fundraising efforts have made a fantastic contribution towards funding vital support, campaigning and research for people affected by MS.

Thank you, Janice, Fiona and everyone who has supported your fundraising. You're all true MS Superstars! 🧡

06/08/2026

Have questions about MS? Looking for trusted information or someone to talk to?

MS Help is here for anyone living with MS, as well as family members, friends and carers.

Whether you need information about symptoms, treatments, benefits, staying active or emotional wellbeing, our team can help you find the support that's right for you.

You can:
📞 Call 0808 800 8000
💬 Chat online
📧 Email [email protected]

It's free, confidential and available Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm.

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05/08/2026

Research shows that moving your body can help improve your mood, mobility and muscle strength, as well as some MS symptoms.

The good news? It doesn't have to mean intense workouts. Gentle stretching, Pilates, yoga, walking or seated exercises can all make a difference. And every little bit counts.

Whether you're looking to get started, find exercises for specific symptoms or discover ways to stay active that work for you, we've got information and resources to help.

Read more on our website: https://buff.ly/jR1E4HX

04/08/2026

We've only got a few places left for Strathclyde Zipslide 2026 and they must be booked by this Thursday!

We’ve never done this before… and you don’t want to miss it!

Click the link in the comments to find out more and book today!

04/08/2026

Meet Victoria 👋

She's one of our new MS Society Trustees, and this summer she's featured in the Together We Move Scotland campaign, celebrating all forms of movement.

We know that many people living with MS, like Victoria, might move differently day to day. Every movement counts, from walking to the shops, to carrying your food shopping, to having a dance with your gran.

How are you moving this summer?

03/08/2026

Have you ever wanted to express how you feel but struggled to find the right words?

Dr Georgi Gill spent six years researching how writing poetry can help people living with MS understand and communicate their experiences. As part of her research, she ran poetry workshops and published an anthology of poems written by people living with MS.

Now, that research has led to our new Poems on My Mind workshops.

Poems on My Mind is a free four-week online course where you'll use poetry as a way to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences in a safe and supportive space. You don't need to have written poetry before.

📅 Wednesdays, 12 August - 2 September

Sign up today: https://buff.ly/Feh4gST