Do you have Multiple Sclerosis? Do you know someone who does? Are you interested in doing something that will help spread awareness about MS while making a difference in people's lives?
Wednesday is World MS Day, a day to join a global campaign to talk about MS. Share a story about yourself, a loved one or perhaps someone you don't even know. Become part of a community who are showing their support of the 2.3 million people worldwide who are living with this incurable disease. I'll show you how.
The theme for World MS Day 2017 is "Life with MS."
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Here are some quick and easy ways to get involved:
Share - Create a video and tell a story. Spread the word about World MS Day on social media. Use the hashtag #LifewithMS on Twitter and Facebook. Share solutions, coping mechanisms, experiences, how to stay positive, or how you made a positive difference in the life of someone with MS. Who knows? What you share might make a positive impact on someone in need.
This short video offers examples of what others shared.
Tools - Go to the World MS Day website to find resources such as social media shareables and cover images, banners, logos and more.
Photo Credit: worldmsday.org
Photo Credit: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
Wear orange: Orange is the symbolic color for Multiple Sclerosis awareness. Wear it to show your support. Then take a photo and share it! On May 31st let's make orange go viral.
Photo Credit: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
Photo Credit: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
Community: You can plan an event with family, friends, neighbors and members of your community. Or think about calling someone living with MS to tell them how much you care about them. Perhaps text loved ones to thank them for their support during your MS struggles. You can even find a World MS Day event in your area.
I encourage you to take part in World MS Day 2017. You can make a difference in the lives of millions of people. One small act at a time.
"No act of kindness, however small, is ever wasted." ~Aesop
Thank you for taking the lead in spreading education about this scourge. I tweeted.
thank you for this article , yes we can Make A Difference by creating a video and tell a story that will inspire people
I will share this important information. Thank you as always for spreading awareness about MS to the broader community. You are an amazing resource!
You are a great advocate for MS awareness and education. I will be wearing orange and checking in with my favorite cousin who had a rough winter with her MS this year. Thanks for the reminder Cathy!
Great work, Cathy!
My dream is to find (MS medecin)😢
Wonderful post on spreading awareness for MS. I will share it.
You are such a strong advocate and resource, and you empower more people than you will ever know. I will be wearing orange in your honor tomorrow. xo