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Oklahoma | November 2015


2015 South Central Annual Meeting

News and Notes


Telelearnings & Webinars

CAN DO MS MONTHLY WEBINAR: GETTING CREATIVE IN THE KITCHEN WITH MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
Preparing food and eating a healthy diet can be a challenge for anyone in today's busy world. When combined with the added challenges of multiple sclerosis, it can seem impossible. Join Denise Nowack, dietitian, and Anna Cotton, occupational therapist, in this webinar where they will provide realistic, practical solutions to the daily challenges of eating healthy. Register now for the call today on Tuesday, November 10 at 7 p.m. CST.

>> Learn more about online information and resources, including recorded webinars, by visiting our website. 


Scholarship Application Window Now Open


2016 State Action Day ... Beyond Awareness!

SAVE THE DATE: FEBRUARY 10, 2016! 
Save the date and join us at the Oklahoma capitol in Oklahoma City for the 2016 State Action Day! Anyone can be a part of this day - no prior experience or knowledge needed! Your voice can help drive change! Sign up for the MS Action Network and you'll be updated when registration opens later this month. We hope to see you at the capitol! 


2015 Barancik Prize

CONGRATULATIONS, DR. FROHMAN!
Congratulations to South Central's own Dr. Elliot Frohman from UT Southwestern School of Medicine, along with the collaborative team of Drs. Laura Balcer and Peter Calabresi, who have been selected as the winners of the 2015 Barancik Prize for Innovation in MS Research. This team of physician-scientists have worked together for almost 10 years to produce novel, ground-breaking and impactful research about the anatomy and biology of the retina and other structures of the eye in people with MS. Watch the video above to learn more about their new approach to research, or read the complete article

#fitforgood

HELP THE SOCIETY WIN UP TO $500K!
In recognition of the National MS Society’s commitment to mobilize people and resources so that everyone affected by MS can live their best lives, Fitbit has chosen the Society to be one of three charities to participate in their 2015 FitForGood challenge. From November 9 - 20, Fitbit users will be able to track their steps or selected activity while also raising money for charity. Your participation can help us take home up to $500,000! People who do not have Fitbits can participate by using Mobile Track on the free Fitbit mobile app. Take the first steps to help us and sign up today!


DISCUSSION OF THE MONTH: CAREGIVING AND EMOTIONAL WELLNESS 
Caring for someone with a chronic illness like MS can be deeply satisfying. Partners, family, and friends can be drawn more closely together when they meet the challenges, but caregiving can also be emotionally challenging, especially for the person who is the primary caregiver. How do you maintain emotional wellness? How do you support your carepartner's emotional wellness? What challenges do you run into? In honor of National Family Caregivers Month, share your experiences, tips and questions this month at MSConnection.org


#VolunteerMS


OFFICES CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING
South Central offices will be closing at noon on Wednesday, November 25, and  will remain closed on Thursday, November 26 - Friday, November 27, so that our staff can enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday. We wish you and your family a very Happpy Thanksgiving!


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If you or someone you know has been affected by MS, you are not alone. Contact the National MS Society to speak to an MS Navigator for resources on living with MS, upcoming programs, counseling and more. We provide services for anyone wanting to learn more about MS and the daily challenges of living with MS, including individuals, care partners, friends and family members.

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