Hi there, thank  you so much for taking the time to visit my JustGiving donation page for Overcoming MS. 

In June 2016 I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. MS is currently the most common disabling neurological condition affecting young adults. 9000 people and their family members live with multiple sclerosis across Ireland. MS is a disease affecting the central nervous system. Within the CNS, most healthy nerve fibres are insulated by myelin. In MS, the myelin breaks down or becomes scarred. This distorts or blocks the flow of messages to and from the brain and results MS symptoms such as balance issues, mobility problems, changes in sensation and cognitive impairment.

Adapting to life with MS has been a huge challenge for me and I'm not quite sure where I would be today without the charity Overcoming MS. OMS has been an incredible, life changing support for me. OMS helps people take control of their health to overcome MS through diet, exercise, meditation and attitude. Unlike many other MS charities, OMS is a completely independent and unbiased charity who does not accept any financial support from pharmaceutical or third party companies. 

Fundraising for OMS is my way of giving something back and also spreading awareness for anyone facing and MS diagnosis.

Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity. 

Siobhan x