Articles from 2019

We are once again holding a joint social lunch with the Parkinson’s Society. This time the venue is La Villette Hotel, St. Martins. After the previous lunch, some of you asked if there could be two courses in preference to three. However, being mindful of what the establishments could offer, in terms of parking etc, we chose the Villette, where unfortunately there were no two course options…

As you may be aware, the public consultation on the proposed discrimination legislation and Equality and Rights Organisation (ERO) has started. You may have already taken part, but, if not, there is still time for you to influence the outcome of the States’ plans to prevent discrimination. These are not “done deals”.  The Committee of the Guernsey Disability Alliance (GDA) is concerned…

It is well established that massage and relaxation are highly beneficial for people with MS. As most of you know I personally have MS and I regularly go to Tammy’s for a massage which I find both beneficial and beautifully relaxing. Once the gates automatically swing open you enter Tammy’s Beauty Cabin and an ‘oasis of calm’ located just off the Forest Road.  Tammy has over 20 years…

Ric Walker bravely took to the skies on Saturday to do his first sky dive and to help raise funds for MS Guernsey. Thank you so much Ric! Read what Ric thought of the experience: "This was a unforgettable experience which I am so glad I have had the chance to do. The fact I was able to raise money for a wonderfull charity is a great big cherry on the top. Seeing my mum bravely battle through…

A five year study carried out by scientists have backed up what we all thought, living in green leafy areas may be good for our hearts, and gives us a positive sense of well being. The good news though is if you live in an area of Guernsey with few trees, then even an outing to a park could still provide you with some of the health benefits.   Of course, living in Guernsey whichever parish we…

Another successful year at the Rocquaine Regatta. However, it was not just a great day at the Regatta as the Guernsey MS Society would like to thank Jane and Mike Stonebridge  for opening up their beautiful garden. They offered teas, coffee or cold drinks and a wonderful supply of a gorgeous cholce of cake.  Their garden has certainly been a labour of love over the past 26 years!   They…

At the moment, there is no cure for MS. However, the good news is there is more research  being undertaken than ever before with new therapies being tried. Scientists have become closer to the point where MS could be, for many, under control, and delaying the onset of further disability.  Research needs to be and is being carried out in three ways to prevent MS. The MS UK Society published…

Guernsey has just approved the use of Cladribine (Mavenclad) for people with highly active MS. Cladribine works by killing certain types of cells made by your immune system.  These cells would normally attack viruses and bacteria that enter the body. However, in MS these cells attack the myelin around the nerves in the brain or spinal cord.  Cladribine therefore has the result of reducing the…

Well, after such a wet Friday night we were left wondering if the Lieutenant’s Charity Fete was to be a wash out.  However, thankfully the rain had stopped but it was replaced with a very strong wind! This made trying to put up a very large gazebo, which was also our first time, very interesting. I thought at one point we may do a Mary Poppin’s impersonation and take flight! Our stall was…

For those of us living with MS, the word demyelination is often discussed.  The term remyelination describes the repair of the myelin sheath. A healthy brain can replace damaged myelin however  for someone with MS, the disease progression interferes with this. Much research is being done to find a way to repair this myelin sheath for those living with MS. For more information please click the…