Ian and Ryan came to speak about the MS Society, Nebraska Chapter.
There are over 7,000 cases of MS in Nebraska alone.
But MS is a diffucult disease to diagnose. Doctors aren’t trained in diagnosis and the symptoms can mask to other illnesses.
MS has a wide range of expressions. Pain. Loss of control of your body. Fatigue. Many women suffer from MS but it is not diagnosed.
Veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan are being diagnosed with MS at a higher rate than the general population. While MS is inherited, there are environmental triggers for MS.
MS Society is research based.
The MS Society in Omaha is looking for volunteers. An easy way to get involved is come walk on May 20.
See the website for more information.
Thanks,
Kiwanis Club of Greater Omaha