Multiple Sclerosis Center of Atlanta (MSCA)

The holidays can be hard and the isolation that comes along with this pandemic could lead to depression and anxiety. Please reach out -- The National MS Society has a collaboration with Happy the App to ensure that people living with MS get the emotional support they need. Happy the App is a 24/7 phone-based service provided through a mobile phone app that connects individuals experiencing everyday stresses, life struggles or feeling lonely with compassionate listeners. So take a look and see if Happy the App can help!

Still have questions regarding Multiple Sclerosis or the Multiple Sclerosis Center of Atlanta? Click on the links below to book an appointment, browse our website or give us a call at 404-351-0205. We are here for you! ... #MSCA #FAQ #contactus

Common diagnostic tests in MS and other FAQs. #LivingWithMS #FAQ #MSCA

The top priority at the Multiple Sclerosis Center of Atlanta is the safety and well-being of our patients and staff. Regardless of the environment, this is our top priority every day. The increasing development and reports of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) are high priority for the center. MSCA follows the recommendations of reputable sources to include the CDC and OSHA related to actions needed to minimize the risk and/or exposure. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ...Continue reading

There are several factors that may increase your risk for developing Multiple Sclerosis. What are they? Click the link for more. http://mscatl.org/Ms.aspx#risk... #MS #FAQ #MSCA

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What are the symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis? And as always, if you have any additional questions or are in need of general information regarding MS or the Multiple Sclerosis Center of Atlanta, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at 404-351-0205. You can also email us at [email protected].... Thank you! http://mscatl.org/Ms.aspx#symptoms #LivingWithMS #FAQ #MSCA

Patient Spotlight: Get to know Shelley-Ann Black. http://mscatl.org/pat-spotlight #MSCA #Patient #InTheSpotlight

Thank you. #veteransday

Putter Luck Next Year! The 19th Annual Golf Tournament has been sideswiped by COVID-19. You can still support MSCA by watching the Master's and purchasing your MSCA QuaranTeam shirts.... Shirts are available for purchase until 11/30/20. Click the link below to get your gear.

"There may be a better way of repairing the insulation surrounding damaged neurons that could lead to new treatments for multiple sclerosis (MS), a study suggests." #MS #InTheNews

Friday, November 13, 2020 Military Veterans Living with MS What you should know 10:00 am PT / 11:00 am MT / 12:00pm CT / 1:00pm ET The Ask an MS Expert weekly webinar series is an opportunity to learn more about multiple sclerosis from top MS experts. ... Each week’s edition will focus on a topic related to the MS community and feature a presentation followed by the opportunity to ask the expert your questions live. You can register in the link below. See more

Here are 5 steps to help you calm your mind and soothe your heart. How are some of the ways you use to manage stress? #LivingWithMS #stressmanagement

Learn about seizures, epilepsy and seizure first aid. This certification is happening Saturday, November 7th at 9:30 EST. You can register at the link below. https://zoom.us//reg/tJYpf-mupzwiEtyMxp-6Rd3FAHbiI1bnbrbH... #epilepsy #firstaid #moorehouseschoolofmedicene

"Using a two-pronged approach, researchers were able to restore myelin on regenerated nerve fibers in a mouse model of optic nerve injury, which has implications for multiple sclerosis (MS) and other diseases associated with myelin loss, a study reported." #MS #IntheNews

"According to the researchers, the discovery of this plant-derived protein may make possible new therapies targeting POP, which is increasingly being explored as a target for neurodegenerative and inflammatory disorders like multiple sclerosis (MS) and Alzheimer’s disease." #MS #inthenews

OUR GOAL IS TO HELP PATIENTS GAIN GREATER CONTROL OVER MS AND CONTINUE TO LEAD HAPPY & HEALTHY LIVES. CONTACT THE MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS CENTER OF ATLANTA FOR MORE INFORMATION ON MS AND HOW WE CAN HELP YOU. #MSCA #LIVINGWITHMS

"As people who battle chronic illness, we are continually transforming and weathering seasons, both literally and figuratively. On any given day our symptoms can vary. We may have one really good day and six terrible ones, or we may have two horrible days and five great ones. We never know. What we know for sure is that regardless of our illness and symptoms, our foundation remains intact." #LivingWithMS