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Join host Jon Strum each week as he breaks down the latest multiple sclerosis news. We’re talking about the amazing MS research that’s taking place in laboratories around the world — and we’re talking to some of the brilliant neuroscientists who are conducting that research!

We’re monitoring the debate among our lawmakers surrounding prescription drug price transparency, healthcare legislation, funding for new and experimental MS research — anything that might impact your MS treatments.

And we’re talking with MS activists, MS caregivers, MS fundraisers, and other heroes who strive to raise the bar for those who battle MS every day.

If you’re affected by multiple sclerosis — as a patient, caregiver, family member, or friend — join us for RealTalk MS.

Episode 460: Running Ireland with MS with Matt Knaggs and Colin Goodman


Next week, Matt Knaggs and Colin Goodman will attempt to set a Guinness World Record for running the 350-mile length of Ireland with MS. This week, you'll meet Matt and Colin and learn why this undertaking is so important to each of them.

Colin and Matt

We're also sharing survey results that point to gaps in how we approach MS care from the day of diagnosis.

We'll tell you what it really means when you read that the prevalence of MS is increasing. It isn't bad news at all!

We'll provide you with all the details you need to register for ECTRIMS Patient Community Day.

And, if you can spare 20 minutes, we'll tell you how you can participate in an MS research study from the comfort of your own home.

We have a lot to talk about! Are you ready for RealTalk MS??!

This Week: We're hitting the open road in Ireland with Matt Knaggs and Colin Goodman  :22

Survey points to gaps in how we approach MS care from day one  2:48

What does the increase in MS prevalence really mean?  8:48

Register for ECTRIMS 2026 Patient Community Day  12:33

An opportunity for you to participate in MS research without leaving home   14:10

Matt Knaggs and Colin Goodman talk about their attempt to set a Guinness World Record for running the length of Ireland with MS  15:56

Share this episode  32:13

Next week  32:33

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STUDY: Understanding the Unmet Needs of People with MS at Diagnosis and Throughout Their Care Journey: Insights from a Survey-Based Study
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40120-026-00942-y

STUDY: Drivers of Prevalence in Major Motor Neurodegenerative Diseases: Temporal Trends in Sweden and France (2003-2022)
https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/WNL.0000000000218072

REGISTER: ECTRIMS 2026 Patient Community Day
https://www.ectrimspatientcommunity.eu

PARTICPATE IN RESEARCH: Survey: Automatic and Reflective Determinants, Fatigue, and Physical Activity for People with Multiple Sclerosis
https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_douenJftXAcGxVk

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RealTalk MS Episode 460
Guest: Matt Knaggs, Colin Goodman