Hello friends --It seems some states are starting to open up from this pandemic. How does that make you feel? Are you scared, relieved, excited, pissed off? What say you? I'd LOVE to hear from you so - just hit "reply" and let me know. Thanks.Let's get to the good stuff, shall we:1.  Are there other MS'ers in your family??  Interesting article on genetics and MS: New Research Indicates MS May Be Genetic in Some Families2.  Selma Blair regularly keeps fans updated on her MS symptoms and treatment on Instagram, but she’s been pretty quiet about her health lately. Now, she’s back with new info, and it’s amazing.  Selma Blair Shows Off New Leg Braces3.  Depression affects more than 264 million worldwide - many of whom have MS — yet it can be hard for some people who live with depression to find the resources they need. Here's a list of some great blogs about depression: Best Depression Blogs of 20204.  After 20 years with MS, this woman faced the fight of her life: she was diagnosed with COVID19. First MS, Now Coronavirus5.  To ensure the safety of its participants during the coronavirus pandemic, this year’s Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers (CMSC) Annual Meeting will be a free virtual conference on May 26–29. This meeting is considered the largest educational conference in North America for healthcare professionals working in multiple sclerosis (MS).  CMSC 2020 Meeting6.  Anxiety sucks. And a lot of MS'ers experience it.This article talks about causes and treatments. Did I mention that anxiety sucks?  Everything You Need To Know About AnxietyThat's all folks. Hope you get some value out of this little newsletter of mine. When's the last time you said FUMS??  Let your hat, socks, phone case or bag do it for you!!  Get some FUMS merchandise NOW - right here: FUMS MerchWarmly -- Kathy#FUMS

Sometimes it helps the stress, just to say "F-U-M-S"