Multiple Sclerosis Ireland

17/06/2026

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For Shirley Foley from Sligo town, living with multiple sclerosis means learning to manage uncertainty while continuing to say yes to life.

17/06/2026

Learn About the Latest MS Research at a Free Public Information Evening

Join the MS Research Public Information Evening on Friday, 26 June at Queen's University Belfast. This free event will provide updates on local MS research, a Q&A session and an opportunity to meet the speakers. This year's keynote speaker, Dr Hugh Kearney (St James's Hospital and Trinity College Dublin), will discuss Epstein-Barr virus and MS.

Friday, 26 June 2026
6pm–8pm
Queen's University Belfast

An online attendance option is also available.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ms-research-public-information-evening-2026-tickets-1988644598527

Join us for updates on multiple sclerosis (MS) research at Queen's University Belfast

16/06/2026

📣Register now for the All-Ireland MS Research Network (AIMS-RN) Symposium 2026

Join researchers, clinicians, healthcare professionals and members of the MS community at this free event hosted by the Northern Ireland MS Research Hub on Friday, 26 June at Queen's University Belfast.

The symposium will feature scientific talks from researchers across the island of Ireland, along with presentations from invited international speakers, highlighting the latest developments in MS research.

🗓 Friday, 26 June 2026
⏰ 9am–5pm
📍 Queen's University Belfast
🎟 Free to attend

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/aims-rn-symposium-2026-tickets-1988815814639

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16/06/2026

Did you know that MS Ireland's Community Worker Service provides vital support to people living with MS across Ireland?

Hear directly from Kat, John and Jackie about their roles, the impact of their work, and how they help individuals and families navigate life with MS.

🎥 Watch the video

🔗 Find out more about our Community Worker Service: https://www.ms-society.ie/community-worker-service

15/06/2026

📢 Introductory Session Starts Tomorrow!

There's still time to register for the FREE Living Well Programme for people living with MS and other long-term health conditions.

The introductory session takes place tomorrow, 16 June, from 7.00pm to 9.30pm, with the six-week online programme beginning on 23 June.

The programme offers practical tools and support to help you manage your health and wellbeing with confidence.

See the poster for full details and registration information.

12/06/2026

💙 Father's Day is just around the corner (Sunday 21 June).

Looking for a special gift? Pop over to our online shop and find the perfect Father's Day gift while supporting the work of MS Ireland.

Every purchase helps us continue providing services and support to people living with MS and their families across Ireland.

Shop now: https://www.ms-society.ie/shop

Thank you for your support 💙

12/06/2026

📢 Registration is now open for our MS Information & Support Programme!

Join us from 16 June – 4 August 2026 at Silver Arch Family Resources Centre, Nenagh, for a series of weekly information and wellbeing sessions designed to support people living with MS. Sessions will be facilitated by guest speakers and healthcare professionals, covering a range of topics to inform, support, and empower.

📍 Venue: Silver Arch Family Resources Centre, 52 Silver Street, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary, E45 P624

🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
(Week 4 begins at 10:30 AM)

To register or learn more, complete our registration form today.
https://shorturl.at/lndcQ

📞 (061) 303802 / 086 200 6575
📧 [email protected]

We would be delighted to welcome you. Please share with anyone who may benefit.

11/06/2026

Join the MS Ireland lottery for your chance to win €50 every single week! Our jackpot has officially reached €2,000 -sign up for your chance to be our first jackpot winner.

The Lottery is raising funds for our regional services which provide support through physiotherapy, programmes, events, workshops and activities for those living with MS. With your support we can continue to grow our services.

Simply choose 4 numbers and how many lines you would like to play!

Sign up here https://www.ourfundraiser.ie/org/msireland

11/06/2026

World MS Day Skydive Challenge 2025🌎

What an incredible way to mark World MS Day!

A huge congratulations and thank you to our amazing skydivers who took to the skies in support of people living with multiple sclerosis across Ireland. Their courage, determination and commitment helped raise awareness and vital funds for MS Ireland.

From the anticipation before take-off to the exhilaration of landing, this special World MS Day Skydive was a day to remember.

To everyone who jumped, donated, supported and cheered from the ground – thank you. Together, you're helping us ensure that no one faces MS alone.

Special thanks to Róisín, Áine, Cathy and Niall for their courage and commitment in taking on this unforgettable challenge.

Interested in taking on a skydive for MS Ireland?

Find out more:
https://www.ms-society.ie/get-involved/fundraise-us/skydive-ms-ireland

Email: [email protected]

10/06/2026

🌍 We're proud to bring you Multiple Sclerosis Without Borders: Advancing Care, Rights & Research Across the EU, an online event associated with the EU Presidency.

📅 1 July 2026 | 🕐 1PM – 3PM | 💻 Online

This event brings together clinicians, researchers, policymakers and people living with MS to discuss innovation, collaboration and MS care at Irish and European level.

🎙️ Our featured speakers:

🔹Minister Emer Higgins - Minister of State at the Department of Children, Disability and Equality (Opening Address via Video)

🔹 Prof. Orla Hardiman - Professor of Neurology, TCD (Health Equity, Innovation & Prevention)

🔹 Elisabeth Kasilingam - CEO, European MS Platform (European Patients' Perspective)

🔹 Dr Guido Giunti - Digital Therapeutics Leader (Digital Health & AI)

🔹 Dr Jill McMahon - Chair, All Ireland MS Research Network (Cross-border Collaboration)

🔹 Linda Fitzharris - Head of HSE Corporate Pharmaceutical Unit & Head of HSE Pharmacy Function, Primary Care Reimbursement Service (Access to Medicines)

Register free via the link below or scan the QR code on our poster 👇
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uBxTVxeBSWGmJRsYRAwdTA