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MS Assoc. of America

@msassociation

National nonprofit org & leading resource for the #MScommunity, #ImprovingLivesToday through vital services & support. Get texts from MSAA: go.txting.io/wna4sm

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"After a diagnosis, the floodgates open. Well-meaning friends and family start offering opinions, articles, and advice... But being your own advocate means having confidence in the path you’ve chosen with your medical team.” Read more by Samuel Fitch: blog.mymsaa.org/the-power-of-b…

"After a diagnosis, the floodgates open. Well-meaning friends and family start offering opinions, articles, and advice...

But being your own advocate means having confidence in the path you’ve chosen with your medical team.” 

Read more by Samuel Fitch: blog.mymsaa.org/the-power-of-b…
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MSAA is able to serve the #MScommunity and provide free support and direct services because of the incredible support we receive. Learn more about who we are and how we help by visiting MyMSAA.org #multiplesclerosis #MSassociation #MSawareness

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On June 19, 1865, Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas with the news that the more than 250,000 enslaved Black people in the state were free. This day came to be known as Juneteenth, now officially a federal holiday. Learn more: nmaahc.si.edu/juneteenth

On June 19, 1865, Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas with the news that the more than 250,000 enslaved Black people in the state were free. This day came to be known as Juneteenth, now officially a federal holiday. 

Learn more: nmaahc.si.edu/juneteenth
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“Having a partnership with MSAA has really meant a lot. Knowing they’re there and seeing how they help people with multiple sclerosis…it makes me feel bigger than doing this run.” – Betsy Mueller Learn more about Betsy’s story by visiting Betsyrunsuswithms.com #MSassociation

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“I’ve been given a new lease on life. Taffy and I are ready every day… and we face the challenges together.”🐾 In MSAA's latest edition of The Motivator, we highlight Sharon Bosch in "Stories to Inspire." Read her piece by visiting: mymsaa.org/publications/m…

“I’ve been given a new lease on life. Taffy and I are ready every day… and we face the challenges together.”🐾 

In MSAA's latest edition of The Motivator, we highlight Sharon Bosch in "Stories to Inspire." Read her piece by visiting: mymsaa.org/publications/m…
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"Self-advocacy is hard work....Frustration grows when we meet opposition and live with pain and unmet needs." Read 'Self-Advocacy: Challenges, Tips, Mentors and Allies' by Stacie Prada blog.mymsaa.org/self-advocacy-… #multiplesclerosisawareness

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Do you want to cross the finish line with MSAA? 🏅 Give your miles meaning and join #TeamMSAA for the Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend presented by State Farm January 7-11, 2026. These spots fill up fast! mymsaa.org/get-involved/e… #runDisney #WDWMarathon #MSawareness

Do you want to cross the finish line with MSAA? 🏅 Give your miles meaning and join #TeamMSAA for the Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend presented by State Farm January 7-11, 2026.
These spots fill up fast!

mymsaa.org/get-involved/e…

#runDisney #WDWMarathon #MSawareness
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"MS has been my biggest teacher in life. It had taught me about my body, my mind, and my spirit. On some days, this disease is invisible, but I refuse to be silent." - Emily C. #MSassociation #MSawareness #multiplesclerosis

"MS has been my biggest teacher in life. It had taught me about my body, my mind, and my spirit. 

On some days, this disease is invisible, but I refuse to be silent." - Emily C.

#MSassociation #MSawareness #multiplesclerosis
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MSAA features the work of many talented artists affected by #multiplesclerosis as part of our annual MSAA Art Showcase. This month, we celebrate April Yamamura with her piece titled "Summer Scene." ☀️ #MSartshowcase #MSawareness #MSassociation

MSAA features the work of many talented artists affected by #multiplesclerosis as part of our annual MSAA Art Showcase.

This month, we celebrate April Yamamura with her piece titled "Summer Scene." ☀️ 
#MSartshowcase #MSawareness #MSassociation
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#Heatsensitivity in #MS can be a common and troubling experience, especially during the warmer months, and can lead to worsening symptoms for those living with #multiplesclerosis.☀️ Fortunately, there are helpful strategies to cope.🌡️ blog.mymsaa.org/ask-the-expert…

#Heatsensitivity in #MS can be a common and troubling experience, especially during the warmer months, and can lead to worsening symptoms for those living with #multiplesclerosis.☀️ 

Fortunately, there are helpful strategies to cope.🌡️
 blog.mymsaa.org/ask-the-expert…
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Honored to partner with Ashley Norton- an advocate and tri-athlete who recently became the first woman with MS, 6 heart surgeries, and dependent on her 2nd pacemaker to complete an Ironman! Learn more and help support her journey: ironheartwoman.com (Ironheartwoman)

Honored to partner with Ashley Norton- an advocate and tri-athlete who recently became the first woman with MS, 6 heart surgeries, and dependent on her 2nd pacemaker to complete an Ironman! 

Learn more and help support her journey: ironheartwoman.com (<a href="/ironheartwoman/">Ironheartwoman</a>)
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Francois Bethoux's not-so-secret secret: an interest in #medicine and the #arts. A highlight of his 10 years as #EIC of IJMSC is an initiative with MS Assoc. of America that centers people with #MultipleSclerosis. neurologylive.com/view/francois-…

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We received two awards from the Spring 2025 Digital Health Awards!🏅 MSAA was awarded a silver for our video, Your MS and the Family Journey, as well as Merit for the Summer/Fall 2024 edition of our magazine, The Motivator! Check out these resources here! mymsaa.org/news/msaas-edu…

We received two awards from the Spring 2025 <a href="/DHealthAwards/">Digital Health Awards</a>!🏅    

MSAA was awarded a silver for our video, Your MS and the Family Journey, as well as Merit for the Summer/Fall 2024 edition of our magazine, The Motivator!

Check out these resources here! mymsaa.org/news/msaas-edu…
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"Like many of my fellow MS warriors, managing body temperature—especially in the heat—is a constant challenge." Beating the Heat with MS: Lessons from the Walk-In Freezer by Samuel Fitch #MSconversations #MSawareness #multiplesclerosis blog.mymsaa.org/beating-the-he…

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Heat sensitivity can have a drastic effect on those living with #multiplesclerosis. Watch “Summer Wellness Tips for Life with MS” featuring Dr. Ilana Katz Sand now and learn practical tips for staying cool and managing symptoms in the heat!☀️ mymsaa.org/videos/summer-…

Heat sensitivity can have a drastic effect on those living with #multiplesclerosis. 

Watch “Summer Wellness Tips for Life with MS” featuring Dr. Ilana Katz Sand now and learn practical tips for staying cool and managing symptoms in the heat!☀️
mymsaa.org/videos/summer-…
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#MSassociation is an official Charity Partner of runDisney! 🏃 Sign up now for the Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend presented by State Farm from January 7-11, 2026 to run for #TeamMSAA! mymsaa.org/teamMSAA #WDWmarathon #rundisney

#MSassociation is an official Charity Partner of <a href="/runDisney/">runDisney</a>! 🏃

Sign up now for the Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend presented by State Farm from January 7-11, 2026 to run for #TeamMSAA!
mymsaa.org/teamMSAA

#WDWmarathon #rundisney
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On MSAA's blog, #MSConversations, our friends at MultipleSclerosis.net ask the community what they wish people knew about how heat affects their MS. blog.mymsaa.org/what-i-wish-pe… #multiplesclerosis #msassociation #MSawareness

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Today on MSAA's blog, #MSconversations: "For those living with #MultipleSclerosis, heat intolerance and fatigue can significantly impact daily activities...But with a little planning and self-awareness, it’s possible to make the most of summer" blog.mymsaa.org/adapting-not-w…

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How is MS research used to improve care? 🔬 In this webinar, explore how implementation science helps turn proven research into everyday practice – making MS care more effective, consistent, and equitable. Register now: mymsaa.org/event/webinar-… #multiplesclerosis #msawareness

How is MS research used to improve care? 🔬 

In this webinar, explore how implementation science helps turn proven research into everyday practice – making MS care more effective, consistent, and equitable. 

Register now: mymsaa.org/event/webinar-…

#multiplesclerosis #msawareness