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Women’s Health: Balancing Life and Wellness

By cando-ms | May 17, 2023

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Women’s Health: Balancing Life and Wellness – Episode 128 – Transcript –

In this episode of the Can Do MS Podcast, we host Dr. Suma Shah, a neurologist from Duke Health who specializes in MS and has a passion women’s health and wellness. Suma shares her expertise with us as we dive into the robust topic of women’s health. We’ll touch on hormonal influences, aging with grace, menopause, and goal setting for women with MS. Additionally, we’ll discuss the delicate balance between work and home life that many women face. Gain more resources on women’s health and wellness here: The Unique Impact of MS on Women.

Later this year, we invite Dr. Suma Shah back for another episode focusing on family planning considerations for people with multiple sclerosis. We’ll discuss everything from contraceptives to sexual dysfunction to fertility and pregnancy as well as DMT considerations.

2023 Mindful Moments: Week 18

By cando-ms | May 1, 2023

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2023 Mindful Moments: Week 18 – Episode 125 – Transcript –

I make good decisions. Tap into the power of this mantra with Megan Weigel, Nurse Practitioner and MS-Certified Nurse, and discover a mindful moment for yourself.

Meet the Host: Stephanie Buxhoeveden

By cando-ms | April 19, 2023

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Meet the Host: Stephanie Buxhoeveden – Episode 123 – Transcript –

Meet the new host of the Can Do MS Podcast, Stephanie Buxhoeveden! Stephanie comes to us with open eyes and a multitude of unique perspectives as an MS Nurse Practitioner, MS researcher, and a as person living with MS.

In this episode, we will hear about Stephanie’s life and why she’s the perfect person to host the Can Do MS Podcast. She’ll share the story of her MS diagnosis, the challenges she has faced, the adaptations she has made, and how she lives her best life with MS. Stephanie talks about the details of her personal relationships, professional life, and what the future holds for her and the hope she has for the next generation of people diagnosed with MS. Welcome, Stephanie!

Dr. Terry Wahls: A Look At Current Research – Part 2

By cando-ms | February 15, 2023

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Dr. Terry Wahls: A Look At Current Research – Episode 112 – Transcript

Join us for the second part of our conversation with Dr. Terry Wahls. In this episode, we’ll hear about Dr. Wahls’ own journey with MS and how her extensive research on diet and nutrition came to be. Dr. Wahls will also explain her current research and clinical trial, The Efficacy of Diet on Quality of Life in MS.

What is the best diet to have if you have been diagnosed with MS? Is there a specific MS diet? What exactly is quality of life? These are some of the questions Dr. Wahls is hoping to answer in her new clinical study. Listen in to get the details about the research project as well as ways people living with MS can apply to get involved.

Dr. Terry Wahls: MS Wellness and this Radical Thing Called Vegetables – Part 1

By cando-ms | January 18, 2023

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Dr. Terry Wahls: MS Wellness and this Radical Thing Called Vegetables – Episode 107 – Transcript

Dr. Terry Wahls is a leading researcher on the impact of nutrition and lifestyle changes on MS and other autoimmune conditions. Join Roz Kalb as she interviews Dr. Wahls in the first of a two-episode conversation. In this episode, Dr. Wahls talks about the importance of overall health and wellness as well as her research on nutrition.

Dr. Scott Newsome’s Story: The Road From Caregiver to MS Provider and Researcher – Part 2

By cando-ms | November 16, 2022

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Dr. Scott Newsome’s Story: The Road From Caregiver to MS Provider and Researcher – Part 2 – Episode 97 – Transcript

Join us for the second part of our conversation with Dr. Scott Newsome. On this episode, Dr. Newsome will be back to talk about how his role as an MS caregiver has impacted his career today as an MS specialist. We’ll also learn more about what Dr. Newsome has been focusing on and his exciting current research.

As promised, learn more about the current clinical trial that Dr. Newsome is working on, the TREAT-MS Clinical Trial for Multiple Sclerosis Patients.The TRaditional versus Early Aggressive Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis (TREAT-MS) Trial will help inform patients and the broader healthcare community on whether patients would most benefit from early, possibly more risky aggressive therapy or if starting with a less aggressive (and, often, less risky) therapy, followed by a switch if breakthrough disease activity occurs, is warranted. In addition, this study will help identify if there is a specific patient population or short-term biomarker(s) that is strongly predictive of long-term disability that can result from MS. For a deeper dive, view the Neurology Live video: Peers and Perspectives: The Induction vs. Escalation Approach to MS and the TREAT-MS Trial or you can also email TREAT-MS at treatms@jhmi.edu.

Can Do Month: Learning the Legacy of Jimmie Heuga with Blaze Heuga and Tyler Hamilton

By cando-ms | September 14, 2022

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Can Do Month: Learning the Legacy of Jimmie Heuga with Blaze Heuga and Tyler Hamilton – Episode 86 – Transcript

Throughout September, we celebrate Can Do Month in honor of our founder and Olympic ski medalist, Jimmie Heuga. For this episode of the Can Do MS Podcast, host Mandy Rohrig welcomes guests Blaze Heuga and Tyler Hamilton to share their memories and the impact that Jimmie Heuga’s legacy has had on them and continues to have around the world through the work and impact of Can Do MS.

Mindful Moments: Week 36

By cando-ms | September 5, 2022

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Mindful Moments: Week 36 – Episode 84 – Transcript

Just this. Tap into the power of this mantra with Megan Weigel, Nurse Practitioner and MS-Certified Nurse, and discover a mindful moment for yourself.

Mindful Moments: Week 35

By cando-ms | August 29, 2022

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Mindful Moments: Week 35 – Episode 83 – Transcript

____________________________. Tap into the power of this mantra with Megan Weigel, Nurse Practitioner and MS-Certified Nurse, and discover a mindful moment for yourself.

Mindful Moments: Week 34

By cando-ms | August 22, 2022

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Mindful Moments: Week 34 – Episode 82 – Transcript

I enjoy the rest stop. Tap into the power of this mantra with Megan Weigel, Nurse Practitioner and MS-Certified Nurse, and discover a mindful moment for yourself.

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