Hello friends --How are you doing??  The crocuses and the daffodils are blooming here in southern Virginia. It's starting to look like Spring might get here after all!!  How is the weather where you are??Here comes the good stuff:1.  I published a super interesting podcast episode last week - did you hear it??  Why the hell not??  Just kidding! Sano Genetics is using DNA testing to advance research for #MS! It's free to get your DNA kit and a TON of information about yourself - AND - participate (painlessly) in #MSresearch! Listen here to learn more:  How YOUR Saliva Can Help Advance MS Research2.  Rising average temperatures may lead to a worsening of symptoms in people with multiple sclerosis (MS) and a greater need for hospital care, according to a preliminary study by researchers in the U.S.  Rising Temps Could Lead to Greater Care Needs for MS Patients3.  MS can lead to a number of medical problems, from bladder dysfunction to pressure sores. Here's an article that outlines those complications:  MS Complications - It's Complicated!4. An anti-inflammatory molecule — taken from a venomous fish and named TnP — with the potential to treat multiple sclerosis (MS) proved safe, without signs of cardiac or neurological problems in a recent zebrafish study, and also was found to be able to enter the brain.  Proposed Anti-Inflammatory Treatment Found in Zebrafish!!5.  I get this question more often than any other: Is there an #MS diet? Here's what the Mayo Clinic has to say about that question: Is There an MS Diet??6.  Holding onto hope can feel like trying to catch smoke, but it’s a worthy pursuit for those with chronic illness.  The Power of Hope When Living with MSSo that's all folks. Hope you learned something helpful in this little newsletter o'mine.  BTW - Happy St. Paddy's Day to you this week!!  I'll be driving my kids crazy that day (every St. P's Day) saying "Top o'the Mornin' to Ya  - and the rest of the day as well, me lassies"!!  Hope you're blessed by some Irish luck!If I can help you in any way, drop me an email and let me know at [email protected] or meet me over in the FUMS Facebook community and let's chat!  Thanks.Warmly -- Kathy#FUMS

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