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New Grant Scheme Announced
New fuel grant set to replace tax relief element of disabled drivers scheme
Trek Achill and Get Active For MS
As many people already know Achill Island is located in the West of Ireland in County Mayo. However, many people are not aware of the beautiful scenery, landscapes and ecosystems that encompasses the entire island. Whatever the season may be, Achill offers a beautiful and memorable experience to every visitor each time they come.
Final Call to join Team MS Ireland: Flora Women's Mini Marathon
It's hard to believe but it's that time of year again to pull out and dust off the old trainers, shorts and sweatbands and take part in the Flora Women's Mini Marathon. Dont be shy ladies, round up your friends and colleagues and run the Mini Marathon for Team MS Ireland. It's always a fun-filled, feel good day and this year will be no different.
But You Look So Good
My white blood cells have been on the naughty-step for more than a month now. The first blood test said they were low. The next one said that they were EVEN lower. I gave another sample last week and haven’t heard back yet. I should really call the hospital but I just remembered that I was going to defrost the freezer today…… This ostrich-like behaviour can be translated to “I really want to stay on this new MS drug but I am scared I will be taken off it if my white blood cells don’t cop on”. On the up-side, my household appliances have never had so much attention.
Meet Willeke
Willeke moved to Ireland from her native Belgium in 2002. Diagnosed in 2005, she was intent on being a voluntary advocate for people with MS after her retirement 4 years later. Willeke has been described as inquisitive, tenacious and very independent. She hopes to keep on writing when her eyes permit her to, and to help others see sense in what is often MS-nonsense.