MS Alliance of Virginia
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The Mission of the Multiple Sclerosis Alliance of Virginia
- Provide programs, events, activities and services for people living with MS in Southwest Virginia and the surrounding areas, including Veterans.
- Educate and empower people with MS, their care partners, friends and family. We will guide people to organizations that can assist people with their needs.
- Contribute to awareness in the community, including educational programs to young people, first responders and community organizations.
- Encourage and expand support groups to include assisted living facilities, homebound people and help others start upbeat groups in their area.
In the News
Disclosing MS in the Workplace : How, What, Where , and When
Disclosing MS in the Workplace : How, What, Where , and When to Disclose or Not Disclose – That is the Question is a article written by Brad McDaniels and Phillip D. Rumrill, Jr.
Diabetes drug offers hope of new treatment for multiple sclerosis
Diabetes drug offers hope of new treatment for multiple sclerosis. Trial using rats showed the drug metformin repaired nerve damage caused by the disease
Mayzent® (Siponimod) Tablets Approved by the FDA
Mayzent® (Siponimod) Tablets Approved by the FDA for Adults with Relapsing Forms of MS, Including Active SPMS
Vumerity Approved in US as Treatment for RRMS and Active SPMS
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Vumerity (diroximel fumarate) for the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis. Reported by Multiple Sclerosis News Today
Upcoming Events
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Roanoke Valley MS Support Day Group Meeting
December 10, 2019 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Holiday Inn Roanoke-Tanglewood-Rt 419&I581, 4468 Starkey Rd, Roanoke, VA 24018, USARoanoke Valley MS Support Day Group Meeting
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Holiday Gala
December 14, 2019 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Celebrate the Season with others who "get it". Stress free party with food sweets, music and games and crafts that you can make and take home. Time for exciting fun with old friends and new! Festive Attire for those with MS and their family and friends, caregivers.
Location: American Legion Mansion, 710 Apperson Drive, Salem VA 24153
Register for the Dinner by calling 877-895-1136.
PLUS: Holiday Inn Tanglewood, room 535, Our version of a early New Years Eve Party from 9:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Come join all the fun and good times
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Roanoke Valley MS Support Night Group
December 26, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Holiday Inn Roanoke-Tanglewood-Rt 419&I581, 4468 Starkey Rd, Roanoke, VA 24018, USA6:00 pm: Meet and Greet/Refreshments
6:30 - 8:00 pm: Meeting
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Mountain Empire MS Support Group Meeting
January 9, 2020 5:45 pm - 7:45 pm
Bristol Public Library, 701 Goode St, Bristol, VA 24201, USA