I was in the Coast Guard during much of the eighties and early nineties. Physical fitness, balance, and agility were important. In my late twenties I began to experience coordination and sensory problems which, at the time, I thought must be age related as I neared the big 3 zero. I received a real shock in early 1994 when my doctor ordered neurological tests ... >More
Dr. Whitham completed her residency at Oregon Health and Science University. While completing her residency, she encountered many young individuals with MS. Dr. Whitham related to the youth of these individuals and saw the many challenges they faced. She saw a need for an increased understanding on MS and an increased level of research into ... >More
MS Diagnosis
VA provides health care services to veterans with MS whether or not they have a service-connected disability from the time of diagnosis throughout the Veterans life. >More
MS Therapies
Treatment of MS has improved dramatically since the introduction of disease modifying therapy in 1993. Today we have many effective options to manage the disease. >More
Symptom Management
MS is associated with a variety of symptoms and clinical signs. Fortunately only a few people experience all of the possible changes that can occur with MS. Impairment is >More
Living with MS
MS and the impairments from MS can limit some activities and social participation. A person’s mobility can be restricted. It may be difficult to walk, drive, push a wheel chair, and perform tasks independently. >More
Veteran MS Benefits
VA provides health care services to veterans with MS whether or not they have a service-connected disability from the time of diagnosis throughout the Veterans life. >More
Complementary and
Alternative Medicines
Complementary and Alternative Medicine is a group of diverse medical and health care systems, practices, and products not generally considered part of conventional medicine. >More
Frequently Asked Questions
- Should I give flu shots to MS patients on disease modifying treatments?
- Do I retain my medical benefits if I am medically discharged for MS?
- I have diabetes and MS. How is my elgibility level determined?
- Can exposure to Agent Orange indirectly cause Multiple Sclerosis?
- How long after the onset of an exacerbation can steroids be given?
Did you know?
Power mobility devices can be very beneficial to reduce fatigue.
