To mark World MS Day, buildings across Ireland will be taking part in a nationwide “Light Up for MS” campaign. Iconic landmarks will be illuminated in a powerful show of support and awareness for people living with Multiple Sclerosis.
New Video Series: “Testing for MS” – Helping You Understand the MS Diagnosis Journey
As part of the World MS Day campaign, a new animated video series titled Testing for MS has been launched to help people better understand the different tests involved in diagnosing Multiple Sclerosis (MS).
This World MS Day, 30 May 2025, the MS International Federation (MSIF) invites you to participate in a global webcast titled Improving MS Diagnosis Globally. The event will explore international solutions to enhance the timely and accurate diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS). Register Now: worldmsday.org/global-webcast-30-may
Join us for a special World MS Day webinar exploring the powerful theme of "My MS Diagnosis" on Thursday, 29th May at 7pm. This event will feature a panel of people living with MS who will share their personal diagnosis stories—honest, heartfelt, and uniquely their own.
Register for free in advance using this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__S2Uhx_7Re-n69uF0qmmmQ
We are thrilled to announce the winning design in our MS sweatshirt design competition: “Lotus Brain Scan” by Ruth Burden.
The 44th Annual Walk-in aid of the Fermoy Branch Multiple Sclerosis Society takes place on Sunday the 15th of June from 10am–4pm (Father’s Day), in Glansheskin Forest Recreation Area (Kilworth Wood).
This National Volunteering Week (May 19-25, 2025), MS Ireland wants to say a huge thank you to all our wonderful volunteers.
We couldn’t provide the services and support we do without our selfless volunteers who go out of their way time and again to offer support to those who need it, whenever they need it, no matter the reason.
Listen to our special podcast episode to hear the inspiring stories of five incredible MS Ireland volunteers whose dedication makes a real difference every day.
From childhood dreams to facing life with MS, Christina shares her journey through grief, resilience, and finally finding a home of her own — not as she imagined, but more meaningful than she ever expected. As part of our A to Z of MS series, Christina explores what ‘H is for Housing’ truly means to her.
Changing neurologists? Moving house, doctor retiring, or insurance changes making it tricky to find care? You’re not alone.
Watch our expert panel: Dr Orla Tuohy, consulting neurologist at Waterford University Hospital, Professor James Bowen, (retired) MS Center at Swedish Neurological Institute and Nurse-Lecturer Ciara O'Meara - NUIG talk about navigating the challenges of MS neurological care.
As we prepare for World MS Day on May 30th, MS Ireland will be featuring radio interviews and newspaper articles that highlight Multiple Sclerosis, the work of MS Ireland, and our MS community across Ireland.
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