ARE YOU A BIKE MS CHAMPION? Bike MS Champions are individuals living with MS who share their story to inspire and connect Bike MS to our mission. Stories are shared on the event website, social media, media print materials, and other communications to provide education opportunities that will further engage Bike MS fundraisers. Additionally, on select rides, Bike MS Champions provide their signature to be screen printed on an orange bandana that is carried by the cyclists during the event as a symbol of their commitment to making an impact on MS Now. If you would like to learn more about how you can be a Bike MS Champion, please call 800-344-4867.
GET CONNECTED: Volunteering for the National MS Society is a great way to get connected to others who share your experiences and passions. From volunteering at an event to sharing your professional skills and personal talents, there is a need and opportunity for everyone. Learn more at our next Orientation on Thursday, July 17 from 6-7pm CST. Attend this meeting in-person or online.
MS SYMPTOMS WEBINAR Can Do MS offers a monthly webinar you can participate in from the comfort of your home, free of charge. The next session, July 8, is titled "MS Symptoms Park 1: Unique Approaches to Unique MS Symptoms." Ever wondered if there was a novel approach to managing one or more of your MS symptoms? This month’s webinar will help you. Call begins at 7pm CST. >>Register here
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MS DOCUMENTARY ON PBS Jason DaSilva was 25 years old and a rising independent filmmaker when a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis changed everything — and inspired him to make another film. His uncompromising award winning documentary of life with progressing MS, “When I Walk,” opened PBS’ current season of Point-of-View this month, but you can stream it online through July 23.
RESEARCH UPDATE With support from New Mexico MS activists, the House of Representatives last week voted to fund the MS Congressionally Directed Medical Research Program (CDMRP) at $10 million for 2015. This federally-funded program is an investment in high risk/high reward MS research; granting $28 million to date. Watch Representative Barbara Lee (CA-13) share her family’s connection to MS as the House votes on her $10 million MS research amendment. MS activists’ work is not done yet as the U.S. Senate still has to act on this bill. Join the New Mexico Action Network today and help MS Activists take this $10 million investment to the bank!
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