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Texas News and Notes | April 2016



Telelearnings & Webinars

MYELIN, MOVEMENT AND THE MIND: HOT TOPICS IN MS RESEARCH - APRIL 12
Research is the driving factor in understanding the cause, management, and, hopefully one day a cure for multiple sclerosis. What we know about MS has come a long way over the years, particularly its profound effects on the critical nerve protectors known as myelin. Join us Tuesday, March 8 at 7 pm CST for a conversation with a neurologist and two psychologists in this month’s webinar as they explore research updates on myelin repair and new developments in stem cell research. They will also provide a real-life look into exercise rehabilitation and its impacts on cognition, as well as the promising treatment options offered through mindfulness and meditation that can help people with MS manage stress, improve physical and mental health, and enhance their overall quality of life.   

Brought to you by Can Do MS and the National MS Society. Register for upcoming telelearnings by visiting our website. 


Together, we are stronger

JOIN A SPRING WALK MS 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.


HOUSTON YMCA ANNOUNCES NEW DATES FOR ADAPTIVE YOGA CLASSES
Ease the physical symptoms of multiple sclerosis and improve your emotional outlook through breathing and stretching exercises. In partnership with the National MS Society, the Trotter Family YMCA in Houston offers two weekly adaptive yoga classes, now offered Mondays and Thursdays at a new reduced rate. Learn more about this program or contact us to learn about wellness options in your area. 

National Volunteer Week 2016

NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK IS APRIL 10-16, 2016
During National Volunteer Week, we salute the thousands of individuals, corporations, and groups who contribute time, talents, and resources to help create a world free of MS. MS volunteers are passionate people working to change the world for everyone affected by MS. To join us and make a difference, go to http://ntl.ms/VolunteerA. Together we are stronger.


Bike MS

ONE DESTINATION: A WORLD FREE OF MS
Participate in the world’s largest fundraising bike series and join us as we as we cycle through some of Texas’ most charming towns while enjoying the area’s best supported rides. It’s a group effort that transcends personal accomplishment and touches the lives of 2.3 million individuals living with MS worldwide including Texas! Register today to ride or volunteer for the BP MS 150 (April 16-17) from Houston to Austin and Bike MS: Sam’s Club Round-Up Ride (April 30-May 1) from Plano to Fort Worth.


GET CONNECTED, MAKE A DIFFERENCE
You are more than just a number when you volunteer with the National MS Society. We want to match you to the perfect opportunity that meets your needs and abilities so that together we can do more. Go to volunteerMS.org and follow three easy steps to get connected to our volunteer engagement team: 1) watch the orientation video, 2) check out volunteer opportunities in your area, and 3) complete the online interest form.


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