YOUR MIND IS A MUSCLE, TOO: THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN EXERCISE AND COGNITION - JAN. 12
A benefit of exercise that you may not have considered is strengthening your mind, more specifically, your cognition. Learn more during this webinar on Tuesday, Jan. 12 at 6 pm MST, brought to you by Can Do MS and the National MS Society. Learn more about upcoming and archived telelearnings.
QUIZ THE MS EXPERT
You and a guest are invited to join us Wednesday, January 20, 2016 from noon to 1:30 pm MST at the National MS Society office in Albuquerque for "Quiz the MS Expert." Dr. Ted Phillips, founder of MS Clinics and Research Centers, invites you to actively participate in this open question and answer forum regarding the latest in MS research and treatments. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is free but space is limited. Learn more and register today.
GET CONNECTED, MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Volunteering is as easy as 1, 2, 3. Learn how you can be a part of the movement and take the first step today.
DISCUSSION OF THE MONTH: PAIN IN MS
Pain is a common symptom of MS, but one that is commonly misunderstood. In one study, up to 55% of people with MS experienced clinically significant pain. Have you experienced pain related to your MS? Have you found strategies for managing pain? Share your questions, experiences and tips on the MSConnection.org Discussion of the Month page.
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JOIN A SPRING WALK EVENT BECAUSE WE'RE STRONGER TOGETHER!
Walk MS helps us team up with friends, loved ones and co-workers to change the world for everyone affected by MS. Together, we become a powerful force. And with every step we take, every dollar we raise…we’re that much closer. Together, we will end MS forever.
JOIN US AT THE NM CAPITOL JAN. 26
You are invited to be part of the MS Advocacy team at this year’s State Action Day on January 26, 2016 in Santa Fe, NM. MS Activists move beyond awareness to share their story, open a door, make a connection and engage their legislators in important discussions about the issues that affect people with MS. No prior experience or knowledge is needed; training provided. Registration closes on Monday, Jan. 11, so sign up today!
KICK OFF THE NEW YEAR WITH YOGA!
Yoga is an excellent form of exercise for people with MS because it involves stretching and range of motion exercises for the whole body, which can reduce symptoms such as muscle spasticity, muscle weakness, problems with balance, and fatigue. A new 8-week adaptive yoga session is kicking off in Albuquerque on Sunday afternoons from Jan. 17 - March 6. Learn more and sign up.
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