Everything we’ve collectively done over the past year — social distancing, washing hands, staying home, wearing masks — has contributed to the slowdown in infection rates and cases. But the…
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After a challenging 15 months, we’re entering a new phase of the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s been a long and difficult 15 months as we’ve collectively lived with the COVID-19 pandemic and…
Though not an exhaustive, this checklist can get you started with making sure you’re doing the most you can for your own preventative care. Take a few minutes to think…
1. Start small and start with something you actually want to do. It takes time to build up to big lifestyle changes, so start small. Plan to workout 5-10 minutes every…
Self-care can feel daunting. Checking in with yourself can remind you of the tools you already have to care for your mind, body, and spirit. To help identify your favorite…
One of the most overlooked areas of general health — especially for those living with MS — is also one of the most important: getting a healthy amount of good,…
The Rocky Mountain MS Center has adapted several programs to continue providing support services and social connection opportunities that our MS community counts on through disruptions to in-person activity caused…
General health routines may have also become disrupted over the last year and a half. It may have been more difficult to get to appointments and there may have been…
It’s certainly no secret that exercise is an important part of general health and wellness. The benefits of exercise become much more important when you’re living with MS. Physical activity…
We know that the best strategies for treating MS involve the early and continued use of disease-modifying therapies AND incorporating healthy lifestyle interventions including regular exercise, healthy diet, and quality…
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Kelsey is the Education Manager at the Rocky Mountain MS Center, planning and directing all Edcuational Programs including MS 101, Conversations on MS, Education Summits and more. She is a regular contributor to InforMS Magazine.