People with Multiple Sclerosis suffer from excruciating pain. It is defined as an inflammatory disease in which the insulating covers of ... Read More
Multiple Sclerosis
My Story: “I Have MS, But MS Doesn’t Have Me!”
It was September 27, 2010 when I was diagnosed with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis. I was 29 years old and I’ll never forget that ... Read More
My Story: “Helping To Find A Cure Drives Me Everyday”
"Why are you like this? Montel [Williams] isn't, he's walking. Maybe you need to change doctors." For 63-year-old Norma Williams-Burkes of ... Read More
MS-Understanding: 10 Multiple Sclerosis Facts Worth Knowing
According to the MS International Federation, World MS Day is the only global awareness raising campaign for MS. Every year, the MS movement ... Read More
WORLD MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS DAY EVENT
In Honor of World Multiple Sclerosis Day BlackDoctor.org is hosting a Facebook Chat with Professor & Chair of Howard University Hospital ... Read More
Star Of OWN’s New Special ‘Dance Crash’ Talks Dancing To Fight MS
As a professional dancer and choreographer, Brandee Evans has worked with notables like Alicia Keys, Mary J. Blige, Ledisi, Kelly Rowland, ... Read More
Could Fatigue Be A Sign Of Something More Serious?
Experiencing fatigue every now and then is not a huge deal; however, if the feeling is reoccurring and lasts for two or more weeks, it could ... Read More
The Emotional Side Of MS: Understanding Pseudobublar Affect (PBA)
If you find yourself crying or laughing uncontrollably, you are not alone. Although most people have never heard of pseudobulbar affect ... Read More
Remembering Leonore Draper: #BrightLight Campaign Brings Awareness to Anti-Gun Violence & Multiple Sclerosis
The solid orange profile pictures cropping up across Facebook and other social media sites this week are far from being the latest Internet ... Read More
Vitamin D Deficiency Increases MS Risks In Blacks
According to research, a deficiency in Vitamin D has lead blacks to be more at risk for several health concerns, including multiple ... Read More
What Is Multiple Sclerosis?
Multiple sclerosis or MS is a disease that affects the brain and spinal cord, resulting in loss of muscle control, vision, balance, and ... Read More
Richard Pryor: Lessons From His Caregiver
From legendary stand-up comedy shows to classic movie roles, comedian Richard Pryor is seen by many as a comic genius and serves as an ... Read More
