The Motivator 2014 Archives

MSAA’s 48-plus page magazine highlights and explains many vital issues of importance to our readers affected by MS. These include cover and feature stories about a variety of topics such as depression, assistive technology, the role of pets and service animals, parents with MS, and clinical trials, to name a few. Columns appearing in each issue include “Ask the Doctor,” “Research News,” “Symptom Awareness,” “Health and Wellness,” and others. This publication addresses the physical, emotional, and social issues that arise with MS, and provides information and support to many of those affected by this disorder.

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The Motivator

MSAA’s magazine highlights and explains many vital issues of importance to our readers affected by MS. These include cover and feature stories about a variety of topics such as depression, assistive technology, the role of pets and service animals, parents with MS, and clinical trials, to name a few. Columns appearing in each issue include “Ask the Doctor,” “Research News,” “Symptom Awareness,” “Health and Wellness,” and others.

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Cover Story: Wellness in MS

“What are we having for dinner?” is probably one of the most common questions that is asked each and every evening across America. So many choices are available! Whether dining at fast-food restaurants or gourmet eateries, ordering take-out, having a pizza delivered, or cooking at home – deciding on an option can be overwhelming… much less deciding on a healthy one!

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Up Front: Now and Then

This title seems particularly timely as I am writing what is probably my last column as President & CEO of MSAA. I am retiring at the end of this year, and with MSAA’s move to our new headquarters at 375 Kings Highway North in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, I was transferring old files when I came across the Spring 1999 edition of The Motivator…where I wrote my first column.

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Ask the Doctor: PML Risk and JC Virus

Q: I was diagnosed with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis in 1987. I am a 67-yearold female who is mobile, independent, and able to take care of myself without assistance. Initially, I was placed on methotrexate for about four years. I was then placed on Avonex and tolerated the weekly intramuscular injections for about 13 years. The only side effect I experienced was the flu-like symptoms.

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