Hello friends --Well, it seems most states are opening up to some degree or another. I'm not sure how to feel about it. I'm grateful that we were able to flatten the curve, and I'm glad businesses are able to open up again, but I fear a second wave of COVID-19. I don't have the answers  - just a lot of questions. Here's hoping . . .If you've been around for a while, you'll know that I always give something away for my birthday. In the past, it's been gift cards and books. This year, it's a year's membership to the Patients Getting Paid community membership and courses PLUS a 30-minute strategy session with ME! The contest ends tonight at midnight - and I'll be announcing the winner on my actual birthday, TOMORROW - Saturday, May 30th. Interested?? HURRY -  get in now - right here: WIN a PGP MEMBERSHIP So - let's see what's up in the MS world, shall we??1. Just this morning I published a brand-new FUMS Podcast Show episode. This one is all about essential oils and their effect on MS. I admit that I didn't believe it previously, but my guest, Alene Brennan had so many information bombs to drop - I'm a believer and a user now! She's got a great offer for the FUMS community too. Listen right here: MS & Essential Oils2.  WHAT!?!?! Shut the front door: precisely timed rehabilitation programs and exercise may aid repair of myelin lesions in multiple sclerosis (MS), helping patients regain some of the motor abilities lost over this disease’s course, these findings suggest. Repair Your Myelin!3.  Do YOU get eye twitch? How often? How long does it last? I had it last 5 months once. UGH. Here's an article about this annoying symptom: MS Eye Twitch4.  The good news is that retirement is a reality for most people with MS. Treatment advances have improved to the point where most people with MS can live almost as long as people without MS. Planning is key. Here are some tips: Retirement and MS: Preparing for Your Future5.  Are you a parent of a kid (10-17) with #MS? Have your experience heard and used to help others - and get PAID for doing it. WIN-WIN-WIN. Click the link below to learn more: Advisory Board Opportunity6.  What we may assume is an #MS flare - could be COVID-19 symptoms. Great.  How MS and COVID-19 InteractHave any questions or comments about this newsletter - or anything else FUMS related? Just hit "reply" to this email and let me know. ALSO -  meet me over in the FUMS Facebook community and let's chat!  Thanks.Stay safe -- Kathy#FUMS

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