Hello friends --Happy Hanukkah!!  And for those of you in the States - I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving last week!!  Both of my daughters were home from college so - it was a wonderful week for me!!  Let's get after it:1.  I interviewed Allison Kreihbiel, Director of MS Navigator Services Delivery for the National MS Society about all of the various assistance they can provide to people dealing with MS.  What a wonderful resource.  Listen in here: MS Navigators Can Help YOU2.  Being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) is hard enough, but learning a whole new vocabulary to understand it can be even more overwhelming. Don't worry: We're here to help you decode some of the lingo. Here is a list of words that people sometimes use to define their MS symptoms. Read on to get a better grasp on informal MS terminology.  Words You Should Know If You Have MS3.  It's impossible to avoid stress altogether, but you can find ways to better respond to stress. When you live with multiple sclerosis (MS), finding ways to manage your stress is an important part of managing your condition.  Your FAQs, Answered: Does Stress Affect MS?4.  Do you drink Golden (Turmeric) Milk?  The list of benefits is long and - it's really tasty.  Learn about all the benefits - and how to make it - here:  10 Benefits of Golden Milk and How to Make It

5.  Where are my Tysabri peeps??  This article provides a breakdown of side effects and FAQs about Tysabri:  Side Effects of Tysabri: What You Need to Know6.  The annual FUMS Holiday Gift Guide is LIVE!!! This baby is chock full of great gift ideas for you and yours.  Shop for others - or forward this guide to people shopping for you!!  FUMS Holiday Gift Guide

That's all folks.  Thanks for you responses last week when I asked about this newsletter and the podcast - and what you found valuable.  I appreciate your input.  Warmly -- Kathy#FUMS

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