Multiple Sklerose (MS) Blog und Podcast

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#170: Vaccinations and MS – What You Need to Know with Dr. Thomas Grüter

Vaccinations can be an important part of health protection for people with MS. In this episode, neurologist Dr. Thomas Grüter explains common myths, vaccine timing, live and inactivated vaccines, and what to discuss with your healthcare team.

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#169: Multiple Sclerosis in Nepal. Diagnosis, Treatment and Access to Care

Multiple Sclerosis in Nepal is still often overlooked, diagnosed late, and difficult to treat because access to MRI, neurologists, and

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#168: From Fragmented Care to Connected Care. The MS360° Approach with Dr. Isabel Voigt

In this interview, Dr. Isabel Voigt explains how the MS360° approach could help transform multiple sclerosis care. By combining digital monitoring, telemedicine, real-world data, and in-person visits, the model aims to detect changes earlier, improve communication, and support more personalized MS treatment.

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#167: Living with MS: Fatigue, Walking & Energy — Insights from Sanam

Sanam Saeedi, neurological movement and fatigue coach, shares how MS changed her relationship with movement, walking and energy. She explains why pacing, tracking and body trust can help people with MS manage fatigue more sustainably.

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#166: Unseen MS Symptoms: A Patient Expert’s Perspective from Iceland with Hjördís Ýrr Skúladóttir

What happens when a teacher, police officer, and MS advocate combine resilience, compassion, and leadership? In this inspiring episode, Hjördís Ýrr Skúladóttir from Iceland shares her perspective on unseen MS symptoms, patient advocacy, and the importance of staying connected and hopeful while living with multiple sclerosis.

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#165: MS Doesn’t Define Me – How Patti Bevilacqua Turned Multiple Sclerosis into a Life of Purpose

Diagnosed with MS at 22, Patti Bevilacqua had to rethink her entire life path. Today, she helps others find purpose and meaning beyond diagnosis. A powerful conversation about identity, resilience, and mindset.

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#164: EMSP 2026. Progress, Hope and Real Challenges in Multiple Sclerosis

EMSP 2026 in Berlin highlighted how much is evolving in multiple sclerosis – from new diagnostic criteria and emerging therapies to long-overdue topics like fatigue and PIRA. At the same time, access to care across Europe remains a major challenge. In this article, I share my personal insights and key takeaways from the conference.

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#163: CAR-T Cell Therapy for MS: Hype, Hope, or Future Standard? – A Global Research Update with Prof. Barbara Willekens

CAR-T cell therapy is one of the most promising yet complex developments in multiple sclerosis research. In this in-depth interview, Professor Barbara Willekens explains how the therapy works, who might benefit, and what we know so far about its risks and potential. A scientifically grounded look at a treatment that could reshape the future of MS care.

Nele von Horsten

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#170: Vaccinations and MS – What You Need to Know with Dr. Thomas Grüter

#169: Multiple Sclerosis in Nepal. Diagnosis, Treatment and Access to Care

#168: From Fragmented Care to Connected Care. The MS360° Approach with Dr. Isabel Voigt

#167: Living with MS: Fatigue, Walking & Energy — Insights from Sanam

#166: Unseen MS Symptoms: A Patient Expert’s Perspective from Iceland with Hjördís Ýrr Skúladóttir

#165: MS Doesn’t Define Me – How Patti Bevilacqua Turned Multiple Sclerosis into a Life of Purpose

#164: EMSP 2026. Progress, Hope and Real Challenges in Multiple Sclerosis

#163: CAR-T Cell Therapy for MS: Hype, Hope, or Future Standard? – A Global Research Update with Prof. Barbara Willekens

Nele von Horsten

Blogger & Patient Advocate

Nele von Horsten

Do you want to understand MS better?

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