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Webinar: Movement for MS
Online EventView EventMovement is critical for health and wellness and benefits the body and brain, which is especially important for people living with MS. Join MSAA and physical therapist Dr. Michael Gevertzman to discuss the benefits of movement, different types of movement, and strategies for incorporating movement into your daily life. Michael Gevertzman, PT, DPT is a […]
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Webinar: Mindfulness for Your MS Toolbox
Online EventView EventIn this live webinar, you will learn about the fundamentals of mindfulness, how it helps us ride the waves of life, and why it is important to include mindfulness practices in your "MS toolbox." Join MSAA and certified Yoga, Mindfulness, and Stress Reduction expert Mindy Eisenberg to experience formal and informal mindfulness practices together – […]
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Webinar – Enjoy the Beat: Music, Brain Health, and MS
Online EventView EventJoin MSAA to "Enjoy the Beat" on this hour-long webinar to learn more about the health benefits of music, and the impact of music therapy in the MS experience. Did you know that when we listen to or play music, we give our brain a total workout? Music plays an important role in our lives. […]
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Webinar – You Can Ride, Walk, or Fly! Successful Travel with MS
Online EventView EventTravel with MS can be challenging, but it can be achieved with advanced planning and flexibility. This webinar will discuss helpful tips to make your trip by boat, bus, plane, or even cruise ship enjoyable. Join MSAA and Dr. Yolanda Wheeler for our "Successful Travel with MS" webinar to gain valuable resources that you may […]
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Viviendo Plenamente con EM: Claves para una Vida Saludable a través de la Nutrición, la Salud Cerebral, el Ejercicio y la Cultura
Online EventView Event(Living Fully with MS: Keys to a Healthy Life through Nutrition, Brain Health, Exercise, and Culture) ***This webinar will be presented entirely in Spanish.*** En este seminario virtual, nos enfocaremos en proporcionar a los pacientes con esclerosis múltiple (EM) las herramientas y el conocimiento necesarios para mejorar su calidad de vida a través de un […]
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Webinar – Promoting Sleep Health: Practical Applications for People with Multiple Sclerosis
Online EventView EventJoin MSAA and Dr. Catherine (Katie) Siengsukon for this webinar focusing on the critical role of sleep health in the management of multiple sclerosis (MS). Participants will explore how to recognize common sleep disorders in people with MS, including the impact these disorders have on overall health and quality of life. The program will also […]
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Webinar – Family Planning with MS: Navigating Contraception & Pregnancy
View EventJoin MSAA’s Kate Durack along with three special guests for this hour-long webinar discussing navigating the challenging terrain of contraception, family planning, pregnancy, and delivery with multiple sclerosis (MS). Guests will share their lived experience merged with the latest research as support for these important stages in one’s MS journey. About the Presenters Alyx Rossi, FNP-BC is […]
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La Auto-abogacía en Acción: Empoderando a la Comunidad de Esclerosis Múltiple
View Event(Self-Advocacy in Action: Empowering the MS Community) ***This webinar will be presented entirely in Spanish with bilingual English/Spanish content support and a bilingual patient-provider dialogue.*** En esta charla, exploraremos el concepto de la auto-abogacía y su crucial importancia para las personas que viven con esclerosis múltiple. A través de ejemplos de la vida real, exploraremos […]
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Webinar – How to Exercise to Reduce Fatigue During the Holidays
View EventJoin MSAA and Dr. Gretchen Hawley, physical therapist and MS specialist, in learning new and creative ways to exercise and reduce fatigue. We will explore ways to reduce fatigue that allows you to fit in routine movement throughout your busy day. You'll also learn ways to conserve your energy and how to implement quality rest […]
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Webinar – Using Therapeutic Yoga Techniques to Improve Your Quality of Life
View EventStart the new year by joining MSAA and Kimberly Castello, certified yoga therapist, in cultivating well-being through therapeutic yoga. Discover how therapeutic yoga can help you feel more balanced, energized, and at ease. About the Presenter Kimberly Castello, C-IAYT, YTRX, E-RYT is a certified yoga therapist accredited by the International Association of Yoga Therapists. She […]
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Webinar – Navigating Your MS Journey
View EventAs part of MSAA's MS Awareness Month 2025 theme - Empowered from the Start with MSAA - join Dr. Jakai Nolan McEwen for an insightful webinar designed to guide you through your MS journey. Learn key strategies for understanding your diagnosis, managing symptoms, exploring treatment options, and finding the support you need to navigate life […]
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Webinar – Let’s Talk About Men and MS
View EventJoin MSAA and Dr. Paul Alphonse Jr., a urologist, in discussing men's health issues. During this webinar, discussion points will include everything from prostate exams to some more taboo topics. About the Presenter Dr. Paul Alphonse, MD is a urology specialist in Roswell, GA and has over 24 years of experience in the medical field. […]
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Webinar – Summer Wellness Tips for Life with MS
View EventJoin Dr. Ilana Katz Sand for a lively and informative webinar focused on helping individuals living with MS thrive during the summer months. We'll share practical tips for staying cool, managing symptoms in the heat, maintaining balanced nutrition, and embracing overall wellness throughout the season. Whether you're looking for new strategies or a refresher on […]
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Webinar – Using What Works: Implementation Science to Optimize MS Care for All
View EventWhen it comes to MS care, we know a lot about what works but getting those best practices into every clinic and to every person living with MS can be challenging. That’s where implementation science comes in. In this webinar, Dr. Maria Fernandez will explore how this growing field helps turn proven research into everyday […]
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Webinar – Voces y Avances: MS Research in Our Communities
View EventJoin us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with a timely and important discussion on the latest research updates in multiple sclerosis (MS) as they relate to Hispanic/Latinx communities. This webinar will highlight current findings, address health disparities, and underscore the critical importance of diverse participation in MS research. Please note: This presentation will be conducted […]
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Webinar – Your Role in MS Improvements in Care: Demystifying Clinical Trials
View EventClinical trials are the foundation for determining best practice in MS care and for every new treatment option available in multiple sclerosis (MS) today, and they cannot happen without the involvement of people living with MS. In this webinar, Dr. Leorah Freeman, MS specialist and researcher, will break down the history and importance of clinical trials, explain how […]
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Webinar – The Power of the Page: Coping with Chronic Illness Through Writing
View EventEvery individual’s journey with MS is unique, and navigating life with a chronic illness can present challenges on many levels. This engaging program explores how journaling can support emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual wellness while living with MS. Participants will delve into the powerful connection between writing and wellness, discovering journaling as a valuable practice […]
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Webinar – The Long Game: Lifestyle Medicine & MS
View EventJoin Dr. Lisa Doggett for a conversation about why living with MS isn’t about quick fixes. This webinar explores how lifestyle medicine – including nutrition, movement, sleep, stress management, substance avoidance, and social connection – can support long-term health, resilience, and quality of life with MS. About the Presenter Lisa Doggett, MD, MPH, is a […]
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Webinar – Rewriting the Narrative: MS, Equity, and the Lived Experience of Black Women
View EventBeing Black, being a woman, and living with MS comes with layered complexities that are too often overlooked. This Black History Month, join MSAA, along with Dr. Heidi Crayton, Neurologist and MS Specialist, and Dawn Morgan, MS and Women’s Health Researcher, for a conversation that centers on the lived experiences of Black women with MS […]
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Webinar – Pregnancy and Breastfeeding with MS, NMO and MOGAD
View EventPresented by our friends at the International Organization of MS Nurses (IOMSN): Please join neurologist experts in women’s health for an informational webinar outlining how you can prepare for a healthy pregnancy if you have a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS), neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder, or MOGAD. This webinar is presented by experts from the […]
