About MSAA

The Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) is a national nonprofit organization and leading resource for the entire MS community, improving lives today through vital services and support. MSAA provides free programs and services, such as: a Helpline with trained specialists; award-winning publications, including, The Motivator; MSAA’s nationally recognized website, featuring educational videos, webinars, and research updates; a mobile phone app, My MS Manager™; safety and mobility equipment products; cooling accessories for heat-sensitive individuals; MRI funding; My MSAA Community, a peer-to-peer online support forum; MS Conversations blog; a clinical trial search tool; podcasts; and more. For additional information, please visit www.mymsaa.org or call (800) 532-7667.

Spring Presents

Posted on April 16, 2025 by MSAA

By Stacie Prada

Without changes in routines or seasonal differences, it’s easy to lose track of time, day of the week, month, and even time of year. It’s good to have consistent healthy habits, but variety in schedule, activities, and environment helps us mark time.

Consider driving a long stretch of highway. They have names for the experience of driving a distance, losing track of time, and being surprised not to remember it: highway hypnosis and white line fever.

The more monotonous an experience, the less alert we’ll be, and we become more apt to operate on autopilot. It’s a small leap to compare this to our lives and how we experience time passing. The less we notice and the more we operate on autopilot, the more time can fly by.

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April Palmer – MSAA’s April 2025 Artist of the Month

Posted on April 2, 2025 by MSAA

MSAA features the work of many talented artists affected by multiple sclerosis as part of our annual MSAA Art Showcase. Each month we share these artists’ inspiring stories and beautiful artwork with you as our Artist of the Month. This month, we celebrate April Palmer as April’s Artist of the Month. April is from Holstein, IA.

“Lady Bug in Spring”

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Volunteer Opportunities at MSAA

Posted on March 31, 2025 by MSAA

MSAA is proud to serve the MS community in our mission of Improving Lives Today. As a national nonprofit organization with a small staff team, volunteers are the backbone of our organization giving of their time and talents to support MSAA’s mission. To fundraise, raise awareness, and ultimately fulfill our mission, we rely heavily on our incredible volunteers. Whether sitting on our Board of Directors, sitting on an event committee, helping at in-person at events, or fundraising to support MSAA, we truly couldn’t do what we do without our volunteers.

We have volunteer opportunities available throughout the year and welcome anyone interested in volunteering to complete our Volunteer Interest Form here. Some volunteer opportunities include joining our Executive Committee; hosting a Women of Action Luncheon; helping with day of event logistics such as registration, setup and breakdown, and greeting guests; creating a DIY event, and more!

More information on some of our key volunteer opportunities can be found below. If you have any questions about volunteer opportunities, please contact volunteer@mymsaa.org.

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MS Awareness Month Program Highlight: MSAA Podcast Episodes

Posted on March 28, 2025 by MSAA

As MSAA continues to highlight MS Awareness Month this March through the campaign theme of “Empowered from the Start with MSAA,” our efforts to raise awareness and provide vital support to the MS community remains our priority. This month specifically, we are spotlighting both educational and supportive resources that may be of use to those who are newly diagnosed and navigating their MS journey. With this in mind, MSAA would like to present one of the many free resources available to the community – MSAA’s Podcast.

This month, MSAA has released a three-part podcast series titled, “If I Knew Then: Reflecting on an MS Diagnosis.” This special series highlights expert insights for newly diagnosed individuals, as well as the personal stories and experiences from community members with MS.

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MS Awareness Month Program Highlight: My MSAA Community

Posted on March 17, 2025 by MSAA

As we continue to highlight MS Awareness Month this March, the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) remains dedicated to raising awareness of multiple sclerosis while also providing vital resources and support for the community. MSAA recognizes that this month is especially powerful for the MS community as we reflect on how far we’ve come, the challenges that remain, and the importance of supporting one another. In honor of this special time, MSAA would like to bring attention to the many free programs and services offered that are designed to improve the quality of life for those affected by MS. One of the many free tools MSAA provides is My MSAA Community, a peer-to-peer online forum for individuals with MS.

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Burdens Shared

Posted on March 14, 2025 by MSAA

By Stacie Prada

March is MS awareness month, and it’s a good time to reflect on the lessons I’ve learned while navigating life with multiple sclerosis for 16 years. Of all of the lessons I’ve had to learn, the hardest has been accepting my MS is not just my problem.

When I was diagnosed with MS, I firmly wanted to be able to deal with it myself. I saw it as my problem, and I didn’t want it to affect those around me. I saw it as solely my responsibility, and I thought it would be unfair for me to let it burden anyone else.

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Merrilee Schultz – March 2025 Artist of the Month

Posted on March 7, 2025 by MSAA

MSAA features the work of many talented artists affected by multiple sclerosis as part of our annual MSAA Art Showcase. Each month we share these artists’ inspiring stories and beautiful artwork with you as our Artist of the Month. This month, we celebrate Merrilee Schultz as March’s Artist of the Month. Merrilee is from Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

“Chaos”

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MSAA Debuts the Largest Art Showcase Yet!

Posted on March 5, 2025 by MSAA

Every year, MSAA celebrates the artistic talents of the MS community in our digital Art Showcase. We are honored to have received such inspiring stories and pieces of art over the years. This year, we are excited to launch MSAA’s largest Art Showcase to date! With the participation of more than 85 artists, and over 240 art pieces displayed, the 2025 Art Showcase highlights the experiences of artists with MS from across the country.

Beginning this month, in honor of MS Awareness Month, one artist will be featured per month as our Artist of the Month. Artists of the Month will be shared on MSAA’s website, MS Conversations blog, and social media platforms. We highly encourage you to view this one-of-a-kind Showcase by visiting MSAA’s 2025 Art Showcase webpage.

Ask the Expert: Tremor

Posted on March 2, 2025 by MSAA

Featuring Barry A. Hendin, MD

MSAA’s Chief Medical Officer

Barry Hendin, MD

Question: How do tremors with MS differ and what types of treatments help?

Answer: Tremor or shaking is relatively common in multiple sclerosis, affecting as many as one quarter to one half of people living with MS. Tremors may range from a mild nuisance, to moderate or severe, and affect activities of daily living.

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