I pledged support in the Scottish Parliament for the crucial research being done by the MS Society in Scotland to stop Multiple Sclerosis.
MS Society Scotland were in the Scottish Parliament to raise awareness of the important role research plays in the lives of people affected by MS.
MS affects more than 11,000 people in Scotland and can cause problems with walking, moving, seeing, thinking and feeling. But the MS Society is driving research into more – and better – treatments.
The charity currently funds 10 research projects in Scotland with the studies receiving over £3.56million over their lifetimes.
The research being undertaken by the MS Society is crucial, and the work they are doing can have a massive impact on people living with MS.
I am pleased to support the work they are doing, and their campaign has my full backing.
About multiple sclerosis:
- MS affects more than 11,000 of us in Scotland
- MS is often painful and exhausting and can cause problems with how we walk, move, see, think and feel
- It’s unpredictable and different for everyone
About the MS Society:
The MS Society is here for people with MS, through the highs, lows and everything in between
We have a free helpline – 0808 800 8000 and information can be found on our website www.mssociety.org.uk
We’re driving research into more – and better – treatments for everyone
Together we’re strong enough to stop MS
