Organic Biscuit: February 2010

Saturday, February 27, 2010

Walk MS Event April 17 at Ball State

I am participating in the Walk MS event on April 17 at Ball State University, as part of the Anderson Area Takin' Strides team. I would be thrilled to have additional walkers as a show of support, and any of my friends are encouraged to walk with me. I don't know the time yet, but I will post it later today. As part of the event I am soliciting pledges, which are used by the National MS Society to do all sorts of good things, including research funding as well as direct aid to MS patients for things like modifications to their cars or homes or other needs. Please, take a moment to show me some love on my first walk. I thank God every day I am still walking.

Thursday, February 18, 2010

Greater Risk of Osteoporosis with Multiple Sclerosis

I have been aware of the benefits of Vitamin D on the course of MS for awhile now, but an article in the latest issue of Neurology Now discusses the increased risk of Osteoporosis as well. I am already taking Vitamin D and Calcium supplements, but may increase my dosage based on this article.

MS "Walking Pill" Approved

Ampyra (fampridine-SR) was FDA approved for all forms of MS on January 22. You can read more about it at the National Multiple Sclerosis Society's website. Click the headline of this post to go there.

MS Support Group Meeting Tonight

There is an MS Support Group meeting tonight, Thursday, February 18, 2010 at 7 pm. The location is the dining room at Bennett Rehab, inside St. John's. It is open to all.

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Walk MS 2011 Underway!

The WalkMS 2011 campaign is underway! I will be participating as a Walk Captain for the Anderson Area Taking Strides team at the WalkMS event for the East Central Indiana group. The Walk will be held on April 16, 2011 at Worthen Arena on the campus of Ball State University in Muncie.

We would love to have your support. Please join us for the walk! You may participate in several ways, including walking with us, raising funds, donating in any number of ways. The proceeds from the walk help support MS patients and their families in many ways, including local support groups, many programs through local and state chapters of the NMSS, and direct assistance programs for those in financial need.

MS can be financially devastating, and there are many patients and families in need. You may donate right now by clicking here. Thank you! Hope to see you there!