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Knowledge is power. Learning all you can about MS will help you better evaluate your options for managing symptoms, treatments, coordination with your health care team, and living well with your MS.

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TREND SYMPOSIUM

Healthcare experts recently discussed changes in MS cognition at two TREND Symposiums in Lincoln, NE and Overland Park, KS. If you weren't able to participate, below are the presentations including topics on research on the horizon, what to expect from neuropsychological testing and what adaptations, strategies & assistive technology can help.

Overland Park, KS TREND Presentations

Lincoln, NE TREND Presentations

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The 2013 Midwest Teleconference Series is brought to you through a collaboration of all Midwest Regional Chapters of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. There is no charge for these calls but registration is required. Participation is limited to 35 people for each call. Call 1-800-344-4867 and press 1 to sign up.

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It's  Not Just In Your Head
May 13, 2013
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Calm Before the Storm
April 8, 2013
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Don't fall for it: keep your balance
March. 11, 2013
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What's Happening Now- MS Research
Feb. 11, 2013
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African Americans get MS too
Jan. 14, 2013
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Exercise: Maybe A pain, But A Lot To Gain
Nov. 12, 2012
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Managing Cognitive Changes in MS
Oct. 8, 2012
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MS: What a Pain
Sept. 10, 2012
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Spasticity: What's Under Your Control
Aug. 13, 2012
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The Cycle of MS Symptoms and Their Effect of Bowel and Bladder
July 9, 2012
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Give Yourself A Hand: Tools for Everyday Life
June 11, 2012
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Me, Myself and I: The Art of Being Your Own Care Partner
May 14, 2012
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Maximizing Your Physcial Therapy for Optimum Benefit
April 9, 2012
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Research: Where are we now, where are we going?
March 12, 2012
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What About Progressive MS?
Feb. 13, 2012
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Making Connections Thru Social Media
Jan. 9, 2012
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You Are Not Alone
Dec. 12, 2011
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Hot Flash or MS Moment?
Nov. 14, 2011
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Eating for Healthy Living with MS
Oct. 10, 2011
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Symptom Management: Optic Neuritis
Sept. 12, 2011
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Sleep & MS: When to Doze
Aug. 8, 2011
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Navigating Through Relationships Part 2: How to Cope With Loss
July 11, 2011
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Navigating Through Relationships Part 1: Taking Care of Yourself While Taking Care of Others
June 13, 2011
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Navigating Through Your Relationship

Intimacy: Preparing for Pregnancy
May 9, 2011
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Know Your Rights: Part II-Taking Control of Your Health Care
April 11, 2011
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Know Your Rights: Part I–Standing Up for Yourself
March 14, 2011
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Clinical Trials & Research on the Horizon
Feb. 14, 2011
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Feeling Well, Feeling Wise-How do you get there?
Jan. 10, 2011
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Cognitive Changes & MS:
Dec. 13, 2010
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Pain & MS:
Nov. 8, 2010
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Vitamins & Supplements:
What Does Vitamin D Do?

Oct. 11, 2010
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Navigating the SSDI Process
Sept. 13, 2010
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Progressive MS
Aug. 9, 2010
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Bowel & Dysfuntion
July 5, 2010
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Coping with Change
June 7, 2010
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MS & the Urinary Track
May 10, 2010
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Cognitive Changes & MS
April 10, 2010
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Nutrition
March 8, 2010
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Men's Issues & MS
Feb. 8, 2010
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Update in MS Research, Genetics & Clinical Trials
Jan. 11, 2010
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Oral Medication Update
Dec. 14, 2009
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Eating Healthy & Staying Fit Through the Holidays
Nov. 9, 2009
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Intimacy & MS
Oct. 12, 2009
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Relationships & MS
Aug. 10, 2009
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Taming Stress
April 13, 2009
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Employment
March 9, 2009
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Fatigue Management
Dec. 8, 2009
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Progressive MS Book Available

People with primary-progressive MS (PPMS) account for an estimated 10 percent of the total multiple sclerosis population. With most of the attention focused towards the relapsing-remitting form of MS, people with PPMS often describe themselves as “orphans” of the MS world.

“Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis - What You Need to Know,” is a comprehensive book that discusses the diagnosis of PPMS, treatment and research, rehabilitation, wellness, family and social issues, and life planning. The book was written by Drs. Jack Burks, Nancy Holland and Diana Schneider and published by DiaMedica Publishing. Bound within the book is a companion DVD, “Primary-Progressive Multiple Sclerosis - Perspectives on Moving Forward.” The DVD profiles four people living with the significant challenges of PPMS who share their strategies for maintaining health, quality of life and planning for life with primary-progressive MS. If you or someone you love has PPMS, you can receive a copy of this book free by calling 1-800-344-4867.