Understanding your new diagnosis of MS – Next Steps Webinar (LWUK)

We’re working in partnership with MS Together to help you to start making sense of your MS diagnosis. We’ll provide you with information and signposting to further support and guidance that you may need.

Who is this event for?

• People who are newly diagnosed with MS.
• Family, or friends of those who have been newly diagnosed with MS.

What we will cover:

• What is MS? Presented by an MS Nurse.
• Making sense of your diagnosis.
• What healthcare professionals can help you manage your MS?
• Signposting to information and support that’s available to you.
• Discuss topics such as employment, driving and Disease Modifying Treatments.
• Importance of making physical activity and looking after your mental health in helping you live well with MS.
• Find out more about MS Together who support people 18-35 with MS.
• Hear from people living with MS who’ll share their experience and tips for living with MS.

This webinar is a great place to find out more about MS and to learn more about the support available. You’ll hear more from people living with MS and you’ll be more informed about your next steps.

What’s involved?

You can take part from the comfort of your own home, initially joining our webinar where you are off screen and anonymous. Some people take part with a family member or friend but you don’t have to. You’ll be able to ask questions when you register but also during the session via the Q&A typed chat function.

Hosted by a staff member of the Living Well team, we'll be joined by volunteers who live or are affected by MS, an MS nurse and a representative from MS Together.

To take part, you will need a laptop, phone or computer with access to a stable internet connection. We use the platform Zoom but if you’re not feeling confident using Zoom, we can offer support in how to get started and use the key features.

Why you should take part?

People tell us that after they take part they feel:

• More positive and confident in moving forward
• Informed of the information and support available
• Less alone after meeting other people in a similar situation

“Thank you again for organising and for facilitating them in such a friendly, supportive and inclusive way. They have really helped me come to terms with my diagnosis, and given me more confidence to engage with others about my MS, which all makes life a little easier.”

What if I haven’t been sent the link?

Reminder emails are sent to everyone who completes the registration form on Eventbrite and books a place, so please enter your email address carefully when registering. The email we send might go into your spam or junk folder so please check before the sessions start that you can find it. Alternatively, you can access the link by logging into your Eventbrite account.

What should I do if I can no longer attend?

Don't worry if you can't make it on the night. If you've registered, you'll get a recording of the webinar to watch in your own time.

Further information

We run at least one monthly information webinar covering a range of topics as part of the Living Well programme . You can also find more information on this subject on our website, or please contact our Helpline

Host or Publisher MS Society Self management Team