Life with MS stories
Real people share their own unique experiences of living with MS: the ups, the downs and everything in between.
Having hidden her MS for a number of years, Lisa Murray-Lang decided to put pen to paper and write a book about her life with the condition as a way of letting others know. This is Lisa’s inspiring story.
“I want to encourage people who are not confident in the kitchen to stick on that apron and get cooking” James Coke, diagnosed with MS over 20 years ago, tells us about the inspiration behind his blog The Disabled Chef and shares some top tips for cooking with a chronic condition.
When Diane Green was diagnosed with progressive MS, she thought her riding days were over. But now, 17 years later, Diane and her horse Winnie have their sights set on the Paralympics in 2020. Diane shares her inspiring story.
Ian, diagnosed with primary progressive multiple sclerosis last August, tells us about his journey with MS and offers some advice for others in a similar situation.
Carole has been living with MS for 15 years. She tells us how channelling her creative side has helped her “see the good in things again”.
Many people with MS experience 'cog fog', which is when you sometimes struggle with things like memory, attention span and concentration. In this blog, Helena, who was diagnosed with MS 11 years ago, talks about her own experience of the dreaded cog fog, and why she's determined those 'fuzzy brain days' won't stop her doing the things she loves.