Analyzing MS Brain Scans Could Further Research Into COVID-19
Because people with multiple sclerosis (MS) usually undergo regular MRI scans to image their brains, their data could help researchers learn more the long-term effects of COVID-19 on brain tissue That’s the argument by a team of researchers in the paper, “Multiple...
Astrocyte Receptors May Help to Ease MS Cognitive Issues
Activating certain receptors on astrocytes — a type of nerve support cell — may offer a way of treating cognitive problems in multiple sclerosis (MS), according to recent research MS mouse models genetically engineered to lack these receptors, called TNFR2, showed...
Multiple Sclerosis Discovery Could End Disease’s Chronic Inflammation
UVA Health neuroscientists have discovered a potential way to disrupt the chronic inflammation responsible for multiple sclerosis. UVA’s new study identifies a vital contributor to the hyperactive autoimmune response and neuroinflammation that are the hallmarks of MS....
Could decluttering your living space improve life with MS?
I am not by nature a very neat person. I want to be. I like order, but I lack the discipline to maintain it. People tend to think that time in the military makes you neat and orderly for the rest of your life, but in my case, they’d be wrong. The Army provided the...
March Awareness Event FAQ
- How do I make my room reservation? The block for our MS Awareness Mini-Retreat and proclamation ceremony March 24-26, 2023 at Holiday Inn Valley View/Airport is open. Our room rate is $119 for king or $129 for 2 queens. Price includes a full, cooked breakfast. If...
The Virginia Energy Assistance Program (EAP) assists low-income households in meeting their immediate home energy needs. The EAP consists of four components: Fuel Assistance, Crisis Assistance, Cooling Assistance and Weatherization Assistance. Click on the flyer for more information.
Our Mission Statement
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 may be able to assist 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 like ours.