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Whether you or your loved one is living with multiple sclerosis (MS), you may be wondering what it looks like to open up and rely on each other for support. After diagnosis and throughout treatment, it’s important to find ways to be partners in care.
The Friends & Family Tip Sheet offers ideas that may help you and your loved ones have open and honest conversations about treatment needs and expectations.
If you are living with MS, you’ll find tips for:
If you are a family member or a friend, you’ll find information that may help with:
While your healthcare team is your primary source of information, we hope this resource is a useful starting point for you and your loved ones. You can download and print it out so you have helpful suggestions at your fingertips.
10 tips for traveling with MS
From Paul P.
4 ways to help avoid holiday stress
From Gina F.
A care partner’s perspective
From James T.
A day in the life of MS
From Julie D.
Accessorizing while living with MS
From Gina F.
Bathroom modifications for people living with MS
Bathroom-related MS symptoms
From Biogen
Bedroom modifications for people living with MS
Being pregnant with MS
From Biogen
Symptom Series: Bladder & bowel dysfunction
From Biogen
Breaking down MS myths
From Biogen
Building relationships while living with MS
From Stephanie B.
The most common MS symptoms
From Biogen
Commuting to work
From Jessica T.
Connect with MS organizations
From Biogen
Considering pregnancy
From Biogen
Dating with MS
From Ann Marie J.
Defining my limits
From Robyn F.
Bathroom concerns: Discussing with your healthcare provider
From Biogen
Discussing sex with your healthcare provider
From Biogen
Discussing sex with your partner
From Biogen
Neurologist
Emotional impact after MS diagnosis
From Biogen
Entertaining guests in your home
From Gina F.
Everyday lingo
From Biogen
Fashion tips for people living with MS
From Gina F.
Financial & estate planning
From Marty S.
Getting emotional & cognitive support
From Biogen
HR perspective on disclosing MS
From Colleen L.
Having the MS talk with your kids
From Charlie “Justice” B.
Fill out this survey before your next appointment
From Biogen
Honestly MS is a new video series bringing you straight talk about MS from people who know it best.
From Biogen
Honestly MS: Feeling alone with MS
From Biogen
Honestly MS: Opening up about difficult topics
From Biogen
Honestly MS: Redefining intimacy with your partner
From Biogen
Honestly MS: Taking on bladder & bowel issues
From Biogen
How MS may impact sex
From Biogen
How treatments are changing
From Biogen
Symptom Series: Emotional changes
From Biogen
Symptom Series: Vision problems
From Biogen
Symptom Series: Walking difficulties
From Biogen
3 ways to show you care
From Cat S.
Importance of support groups
From Ann Marie J.
Intimacy & MS
From Dr. Tufeld
Kitchen modifications for people living with MS
Living a fulfilling life with MS
From Charlie “Justice” B.
Diagnosis lingo
From Biogen
Symptom Series: Types of MS pain
From Biogen
Symptom Series: Cognitive dysfunction
From Biogen
Symptom Series: Fatigue
From Biogen
Symptom Series: Heat sensitivity
From Biogen
Symptom Series: Spasticity
From Biogen
Symptom Series: Speech difficulties
From Biogen
Treatment lingo
From Biogen
Medical lingo
From Biogen
Modifying routines with MS
From Kellie T.
Getting around with MS
From Biogen
Using technology to your advantage
From Biogen
Our roles as women & living with MS
From Biogen
Parenting with MS
From Robyn F.
Personal experiences at work
From Karen B.
Getting ready for your next event
From Biogen
Preparing for the holiday season
From Above MS Contributors
A Q&A about love & MS
From Jessica T.
Responding to 5 common MS comments
From Shari S.
Running errands with MS
From Jessica T.
We’re keeping it real about women and MS—learn about the sensitive topics they face
From Biogen
Support from my 8-year-old
From James T.
Support partners: the unsung heroes
From Cat S.
Symptom Series: Numbness & tingling
From Biogen
Symptom Series: How to talk about MS pain
From Biogen
Telling your employer about your MS
From Colleen L.
The importance of being a good communicator
From Mary Kay F.
Tips for common MS symptoms
From Biogen
6 tips for getting a good night’s rest
From Biogen
Tips for going to events & gatherings
From Jessica T.
Tips for traveling by air
From Gina F.
Tips for the kitchen
From Biogen
Tools that may help with your mobility
From Biogen
Urination tips & tools
From Biogen
What to expect postpartum
From Biogen
Adjusting your work environment for your MS
From Stephanie G.
Your care partner & you
From Biogen
Your finances & MS
From Biogen