MS myths and jargon explained

Send us a message about the podcast. For questions about MS please contact our helpline 0800 032 38 39Join us for a jargon busting, myth smashing podcast where we explore baffling multiple sclerosis terms and common misconceptions.Ever heard terms like PIRA, RAW, or smouldering MS that’ve left you scratching your head and asking for a translation to plain English?Better yet, have you been on the receiving end of a baffling tale involving one of the many MS myths out there? “My friend Gary told me that exercise is bad for MS, so don’t bother.”Yep, we’ve heard them all too. That’s why we’re here with a jargon busting, myth smashing podcast where we separate the wheat from the chaff, the fact from fiction and get to the honest truth. We interview consultant neurologist, Dr Kate Petheram who cuts through multiple sclerosis jargon to give us easily accessible information. Plus, we catch up with Stephen, who lives with MS, and Simon from the MS Trust team to dispel some common MS myths. Ready to learn more? Then listen now for all of the latest trusted information, tips and updates.Show NotesMS Trust HelplineMS Trust Shop - Here you can download all MS Trust publications for freeSupporting the MS Trust - information from the MS TrustMS Trust Facebook Group - join our facebook groupmstrust.org.uk/a-z/- MS Trust - Here you can find explanation of MS jargonmstrust.org.uk/information-support/about-ms/what-is-ms#myths-misunderstandings - MS myths and misunderstandingsmstrust.org.uk/news/focus-fact-or-fiction - Article written by Simon on how to fact check informationmstrust.org.uk/information-support/work-money-legal/working-life  - MS Trust information about work and MSCall our free helpline on 0800 032 38 39 for practical information you can trust. Or email [email protected]. We're here weekdays from 10am to 4pm, except bank holidays.