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@TonyMS47 

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Work and play

You know that thing with MS where they tell you not to overdo chores ETC? Well I think I have over done it...BLAHHHH :o/
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@DuncanPercy 

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Hi 59 year old finally waking up to the challenges MS presents

My MS journey started in 1989 with what transpired to be optic neuritis. Living in London in a bachelor pad that resembled a scene from the movie Animal House after a major relapse and a dose of steroids life went on. Yes rugby was a non starter but the chaos of a 20 year old continued at a ridiculo...
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@Tia_q 

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Hello fellow MSers Nice to meet you all. Newbie MSer here. I am usually nervous when joining group but I came across Shift MS by chance and appreciate I found a place where others have questions and worries that I also share. It's refreshing since those around me sympathise but don't understand. ...
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@ashia2013 

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PIP review anxiety

Anyone else get a dreaded brown envelope arrive on the doormat and think 'great another fight to face!' I think the endless reviews of Personal Independence Payment for those of us with MS is absolutely disgusting! I mean did I miss something? Or is there suddenly a cure for Multiple Sclerosis that ...
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@Cbarker 

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Any MS diets?

Does anyone follow/recommend any sort of special anti-inflammatory diet for those with MS? I'm pretty healthy don't drink, don't smoke and practice very low impact yoga. I just wondered if anyone on here swears by a specific diet. Thank you x #diet #workandplay #nystagmus #tremor #yoga
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@shiftms-polls 

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Poll 📊 Did your HCP mention progression at diagnosis?

Last month we reached out with an opinion check and asked you if healthcare professionals should discuss progression at diagnosis. While 17% of you said you’d prefer to be told later on, around 75% said yes, you would prefer to be told about progression at diagnosis. In the second of our progressi...

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@shiftms-guides 

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What are Collections and Bookmarks?

We’re glad you asked! ICYMI, we’ve just launched an exciting new feature in Shift.ms allowing you to bookmark posts you like/love/want to save for later, and compile them into themed collections. The Shift.ms feed is constant. We’ve all been there before; you see a post you like then suddenly the ...
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@MelissaCook 

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The Importance of Disability Insurance for MS

If you have multiple sclerosis or any other chronic or progressive degenerative disease, you must have disability insurance. Short-term medical disability is limited in time and will not cover you indefinitely. Still, it should help bridge the gap between earning a paycheck and being approved for So...
Burlington, United States
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What is Shift.ms?

Hey 👋 Welcome to the Shift.ms community! Drop a comment below and let us know where you're from 👇 Whether you've got MS questions, you're seeking advice, or you just want to chat to other MSers, we've got you covered 💚 Take a minute to hear Sarah's MS story and learn how she gets the most out ...
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@Ellecharlotte 

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Ellecharlotte

Exercises

Good morning you beautiful people. My legs are like heavy weights this morning, does anyone know any exercises I can do to help?
Grimsby, United Kingdom
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