New Delhi (NVI): Multiple Sclerosis is a disease in which the immune system eats away at the protective covering of nerves. In MS, resulting nerve damage disrupts communication between the brain and the body.
World Multiple Sclerosis Day is observed on May 30 every year. The aim of this day is to raise awareness about Multiple Sclerosis disorder and bring together the global MS community to share their stories.
World MS Day is the MS movement’s annual campaign to raise awareness of the condition, and to support and connect the 2.3 million people living with it worldwide.
MS is a disabling disease of the brain and the spinal cord. This leads to problems with balance, vision, and muscle control. The symptoms of MS can be different from one person to another.
Currently, there is no known cure for MS, but researchers have been doing their job and hoping to find one at the earliest.
World MS Day was first launched in 2009 by the MS International Federation (MSIF) that brings together the global Multiple Sclerosis community to share stories, educate and encourage each other.
There are various campaigns held and each campaign is developed in collaboration with an international group of member representatives, from the US, UK, Ireland, Argentina, Spain, Greece, Australia, India and Egypt.
Events and campaigns take place throughout the month of May. It brings the global MS community together to share stories, raise awareness and campaign with and for everyone affected by multiple sclerosis.
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, there are many ways to participate in World MS Day, to raise awareness about the neurodegenerative disorder that affects more than 2.3 million people globally.
The theme for World MS day 2020 is ‘connections’ as in self-connection, building community connection, and connections for quality care. The tagline ‘I Connect, We Connect’ is used to spread awareness.
The MSIF (Multiple Sclerosis International Federation) is also focusing on connecting with the lawmakers for a better understanding of the importance of quality MS care.
