Launched in 2003, National MS Education and Awareness Month is observed in March of each year. The goals are to promote an understanding of MS and to assist those with this disease in making educated decisions about their healthcare. It is a nationwide effort to raise the public’s awareness of MS and a time for sufferers, family members, and supporters to share information and camaraderie, drawing attention to this disease of the central nervous system. Multiple Sclerosis (MS) happens when one’s immune system attacks the nerve cells and renders them unable to properly transmit information, causing balance issues, weakened vision, fatigue, and other unpredictable symptoms. Approximately 2.5 million people worldwide suffer from multiple sclerosis. 

Everyone, not just those affected by MS, is invited to participate in a wide variety of activities that happen across the country. Throughout the month, these activities will get people involved in raising awareness and will help to broaden their personal understanding of multiple sclerosis. MS Awareness kits are available from MS Focus for those who wish to become involved in the effort.