What is MS?
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic condition affecting the central nervous system ie. the brain and spinal cord. This occurs when the immune system attacks nerve fibers and myelin sheathing…
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OUR SOCIETY
The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Malta – VO/43 – was founded in 1997 and provides a voluntary means to enhance and expand public awareness, individual and family services and rehabilitation in Multiple Sclerosis (MS). It primarily offers subsidised physiotherapy to its members with Multiple Sclerosis and group psychotherapy for the whole family. It also seeks new knowledge, circulate and applies it for the benefit of persons with MS. The Society organises meetings for its members – both for MS patients and also their family – by bringing professionals and specialists.
What EVERYONE should know about MS:
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease which affects the central nervous system.
- MS literally means “scar tissue in multiple areas”.
- The cause of MS is not known but scientists believe that it is triggered by a combination of factors.
- MS is not infectious or contagious.
- MS may occur at any age but it is usually diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 40.
- Most forms of MS are more likely to affect women than men.
- The symptoms of the disease vary from problems with vision or sensation to mobility or coordination. In some cases MS can cause pain, speech disturbances or emotional impairment. Fatigue or unusual tiredness is also very common.
- MS is sometimes referred to as a snowflake disease because it manifests itself differently in each individual.
- As yet there is no known cure for MS; however with current medical treatment, people with this disease live much longer than before.
How you can help
The Society improves the lives of the patients with MS by subsidising different types of therapy, mostly physiotherapy. It raises funds by organising fund raising activities and events. Your kindness and generosity will help these patients.
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BOV IBAN MT28VALL22013000000040023329171
BOV Swift Code: VALLMTMT
BOV Swift Code: VALLMTMT
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The Multiple Sclerosis Society Of Malta
P.O. Box 63, B’Kara BKR1000
P.O. Box 63, B’Kara BKR1000
Latest Events
The MS Society also organises events to raise more awareness and funds to continue with its objectives to support its members. Such events include car wash, concerts, bike rides, walks, buffet lunches, BBQs.
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