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Breaking it down - A multiple sclerosis podcast
Our podcast brings together a range of voices from the MS community to cover all aspects of life with multiple sclerosis. We know that living with MS can be life changing and can feel overwhelming at times. That’s why we’re here with you at each stage of the journey.
Look, we know that we don’t have all the answers. But our podcast’s aim is to bring you the most up to date, trusted information from experts across the MS space including neurologists, therapists and researchers.
Plus, hosts Helena and Nick hear real-life experiences from the MS community and find out your tips, tricks and the things that make you tick. We pose your burning questions to our experts and find out the information that you really want to know.
Listen now for helpful information on symptoms, treatments, updates and a whole lot more.
Breaking it down - A multiple sclerosis podcast
Bringing MS to work: conversations, challenges, and vocational rehab
Are you wondering how to stay productive while managing MS? Perhaps you are looking for ways to disclose your diagnosis without derailing your career? Then join us as we delve into the topic of MS at work.
Hosts Nick and Helena explore the impact of Multiple Sclerosis in the workplace and share strategies for Bringing Your MS to Work.
We have a jam-packed show with four fantastic guests:
- Dr. Blanca de Dios Pérez, a postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Nottingham, who shares her research aimed at helping people with MS stay in the workforce for as long as they choose with the help of vocational rehab.
- Amy and Sam from the charity “MS Together” discuss their personal journeys with MS in the workplace and the supportive conversations they have been having within their community.
- Jane, recently diagnosed with MS, shares her experience of revealing her diagnosis at work,
Tune in to hear these stories and get some ideas in managing MS in your workplace. Let’s bring your MS to work!
Episode Notes
- MS Trust web page on Working life with MS: mstrust.org.uk/life-ms/your-finances/working-life
- Bring your MS To work Campaign mstrust.org.uk/get-involved/bring-your-ms-work - Fundraising Campaign from MS Trust
- MS Together mstogether.org/ - MS charity for young people with MS
- Volunteer at the MS Trust mstrust.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering
- Working life and MS mstrust.org.uk/information-support/podcasts/working-life-and-ms - Podcast episode about MS and your rights at work
Other work resources that might be useful
- MS Awareness Week webinar on work and MS: mstrust.org.uk/get-involved/ms-awareness-week/work-and-ms-webinar
- MS Trust web page on Working life with MS: mstrust.org.uk/life-ms/your-finances/working-life
- MS Trust web page on Legal advice: mstrust.org.uk/life-ms/your-finances/legal-advice
- MS Trust A-Z Equality Act: mstrust.org.uk/a-z/equality-act
- Law Centres offer legal advice, casework and representation: lawcentres.org.uk
- Citizens Advice: citizensadvice.org.uk/work/rights-at-work
- Access to work: gov.uk/access-to-work/apply
- Acas gives employees and employers free, impartial advice on workplace rights, rules and best practice: acas.org.uk/