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Hate my life

Suffering from depression due too ms. People are mean and dont understand what i go through, going on dates ends up being ignored, friends turning their backs on me and co worker thinking i am just using my ms as an excuse too not lift heavy😞

@BillySmith

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How long did it take you to get diagnosed with MS?

We’ve just launched Shift.ms polls! Take part in the first poll below👇 *Bonus points if you can leave a comment and let me know: are you happy with how long it took?

How long did it take you to get diagnosed with MS?

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The emotional impact of your MS diagnosis

Cast your mind back to that moment when you were sitting opposite your doctor and told “it’s multiple sclerosis”. Three words that are nothing short of life changing. When we speak to MSers about their diagnosis appointment, it’s clear that how those three words are delivered, and the care that im...

MS & trauma. On a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being not traumatic at all and 5 being extremely traumatic, how would you rate the emotional impact of your MS diagnosis?

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Poll: Has Shift.ms helped you to connect with like-minded people?

Almost 15 years ago, Shift.ms was founded because of a lack in vital social and emotional support for MSers. Today, we're still trying to make the best community for you. Fill out our poll to let us know whether Shift.ms has helped you ⬇️ PS. Click the link to fill out our annual impact survey an...

Has Shift.ms helped you to connect with like-minded people to speak about your MS?

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Opinion check; Should HCPs discuss progression at diagnosis?

Are you the type of person who wants to know all of the facts about progression as early as possible, or would you rather cross that bridge when you get to it? There can be a lot of disparity surrounding the topic of progression, so let us know your thoughts down below 👇 Sharing your opinions c...

Should healthcare professionals discuss progression at diagnosis?

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@DominicS

Does Risk Management Matter Anymore?

An article I published on LinkedIn the other day: Or... Why Aren't MS Patients Worth It? Recently, I was sent a genetic test that won much acclaim at ECTRIMS 2023. The test is simple, fast, and unequivocal. Why is it important? As one of the 2.5 million plus Multiple Sclerosis (MS) patients in th...

@Underdog

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The Inquiry - Are we close to a breakthrough for Multiple Sclerosis?

From BBC Sounds, for anybody who may want to have a listen https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/w3ct5xh0

@Madonna1

Hello to all ms users

Hi all, it's been a few months since I was last on this site. There is no excuse, no reason but all the same I am still on Kensimpta and the walking hasn't really improved. My memory is still a blur and understanding of others is not always clear. There are options but it is taking the right one kno...

South Yorkshire, UK

@Chooper

London Marathon!!

Hi, calling all MSers!! My brother in law is running the London Marathon to raise money for the MS society because of my MS diagnosis. Amazingly the bank he works for is also match funding every donation which is brilliant! If anyone has a spare few pounds and wants to support him to help the MS Soc...

London, United Kingdom

@Croft239

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Ms hug??

I keep feeling like I need to take a deep breath and yawn. My chest doesn’t hurt. But I just have this strange feeling like I need to do this deep breath all the time. Is this a symptom?? Thanks

Maidenhead, United Kingdom

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