Multiple Sclerosis Ireland

01/09/2026

Online Yoga Classes – South East

MS Ireland’s South East Regional Office is running a six-week online yoga programme designed especially for people living with MS.

Join us on Tuesday mornings from 8 September to 13 October, 10:00–11:00am, for a chance to improve flexibility and strength, reduce stress and support your overall wellbeing — all from the comfort of home.

📞 To book: 056 7777771
📧 [email protected]

01/09/2026

Ms Ireland's Western Region is delighted to be running in-person seated Meditation Classes this Autumn with meditation teacher Aine Goggin.

Day : Wednesdays commencing on Wednesday 30th September for approximately six weeks .
Time : 10:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m.

Venue: Westside Resource Centre ,Seamus Quirke Road, Galway, H91 C1KX.

-Tea and coffee will be provided after the meditation class for participants.

See below for a description of the meditation class from Aine Goggin .

"This seated class is designed to support deep rest, ease fatigue and create space to restore balance.

Through gentle guided meditation, accessible breath practices and stretches, we will explore ways to regulate the nervous system, soften tension and reconnect with the body and mind.

The session will explore:

- Grounding and arriving through body scans and breathwork techniques into the present moment

- Guided meditation to encourage rest and relaxation.

- Feeling calm, bringing about peace of mind to let go to help manage fatigue and restore balance.

The class is suitable for all levels. Practices can be adapted and participants are encouraged to move at their own pace and honour their energy levels.

Leave feeling calmer, more balanced and rested. "

Places are limited so to register your interest please contact Lesley on 086 2012085 or email [email protected]

31/08/2026

📣Bookings are now open for the MS Ireland National Conference 2026!

Join us at the Clayton Hotel Galway on Saturday, 17 October for Living Well with MS: Managing Symptoms, Building Communities.

This year’s conference will bring together expert speakers, practical information and opportunities to connect with the MS community, with topics including brain health and ageing in MS, mental health and wellbeing, cognition, sexuality and MS, continence, nutrition and support for carers.

A Gala Dinner will also take place on Friday, 16 October at 7.00pm, and can be added when booking your conference place.

Saturday, 17 October 2026
Clayton Hotel Galway
€30 per person

Find out more and book your place:

https://www.ms-society.ie/national-conference-2026

31/08/2026

Just 1 day to go until STEPtember!

Did you know?

MoveSmart MS supports people living with MS to build confidence and independence in managing their physical activity.

This September, set a movement goal that works for you while supporting MS Ireland’s Physiotherapy Department and services like MoveSmart MS.

Walk, jog, run, wheel, roll, do daily arm exercises — or choose your own goal. Every movement counts.

STEPtember starts tomorrow — are you ready?

Sign up today: https://www.ms-society.ie/news/steptember-2026-set-your-own-goal

28/08/2026

“People cannot advocate for themselves if they don't have access to the information they need.”

For Elisabeth Kasilingam, CEO of the European Multiple Sclerosis Platform (EMSP), empowering people with knowledge is essential to improving outcomes and strengthening the voice of the MS community.

That's what Patient Community Day is all about: bringing the latest research from the ECTRIMS Congress directly to people affected by MS, NMOSD and MOGAD in a way that is clear, relevant and accessible.

🎓 Hear directly from leading experts
🔬 Understand the latest research and what it means for you
❓ Get answers to questions that matter most
🌍 Join a global event available in 50+ languages

Knowledge is power. Join us on 23 October for Patient Community Day 2026.

🔗 Register today: www.ectrimspatientcommunity.eu/registration

27/08/2026

This week’s Thursday Thank You goes to everyone involved in Beat the Darkness 2026, a very special community sunrise walk in Kilkee.

An incredible €1,806.38 was raised for MS Ireland.

A huge thank you to Evan Garvey Fitness for organising and running the event, and to everyone who took part, supported it and helped make the morning such a success.

A special thank you also goes to John from Birds Eye Biker for capturing some brilliant photos on the morning and to Joe and his staff from Ocean Life Dive Centre & The Pantry for providing refreshments for everyone after the event.

A huge thank you to Evan, John, Joe and everyone who supported the event.

Thank you from all of us in the MS community!

27/08/2026

New Living with MS Podcast out today: Conor Kerley: From Teenage MS Diagnosis to Nutrition Expert

In the latest episode, we are joined by Dr Conor Kerley, nutritionist, researcher, and a person living with MS. Listen on all podcast platforms and here https://shows.acast.com/living-with-ms/episodes/conor-kerley-from-teenage-ms-diagnosis-to-nutrition-expert

Conor was diagnosed with MS shortly after his 16th birthday. In this conversation, he shares his personal journey, how his diagnosis shaped his career in nutrition, and his work supporting parents of teenagers diagnosed with MS.

The episode explores nutrition, healthy living, fatigue, and practical advice for young people with MS and their families. It also looks at MS Ireland’s developing work in supporting children and teenagers with MS.

Listen to Conor Kerley: From Teenage MS Diagnosis to Nutrition Expert from Living with MS . In this episode of the Living with MS Podcast, we are joined by Dr Conor Kerley, nutritionist, researcher, founder of Phytaphix, and a person living with MS.Conor was diagnosed with MS shortly after his 16th....

26/08/2026

Did you know?

MS Ireland’s STEPtember Challenge is back for 2026, and this year it’s more inclusive than ever.

STEPtember is all about choosing a movement goal that works for you. Whether that’s walking, wheeling, rolling or daily arm exercises, you can set your own goal and challenge yourself throughout September.

By taking part, you’ll also be helping us continue to provide services like MoveSmart MS, which combines MS-specific exercise and education with classes tailored to different levels of mobility and fitness.

Set your goal. Take on the challenge. Support MS Ireland.

Find out more and sign up: https://www.ms-society.ie/news/steptember-2026-set-your-own-goal

25/08/2026

Tomorrow on the Living with MS Podcast, we are joined by Dr Conor Kerley, nutritionist, researcher, and a person living with MS.

Diagnosed shortly after his 16th birthday, Conor shares his personal MS journey, how it shaped his career in nutrition, and his work supporting parents of teenagers diagnosed with MS.

In this episode, we discuss nutrition, healthy living, fatigue, and practical advice for young people with MS and their families.

Available tomorrow on all podcast platforms and here.