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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.

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Episode 300: Healthcare Disparities Among Minority Populations with Dr. Lilyana Amezcua


Welcome to the 300th episode of RealTalk MS! Yikes!

In last week's episode of the podcast, Dr. Bruce Bebo walked us through the latest research on the prevalence of MS in the United States, and the data serves as a clear reminder that anyone can get MS.

However, not everyone with MS receives the same quality of care. My guest today is clinician-researcher Dr. Lilyana Amezcua, and we're discussing her work in exploring healthcare disparities among minority populations.

Dr. Lilyana Amezcua

In addition to celebrating our 300th episode, we're also celebrating World MS Day! We'll let you know where you can join the virtual festivities.

And, as our RealTalk MS Listener Survey ends, we're announcing the winner of a $100 Amazon Gift Card.

Can Do MS is hosting a day-long in-person and virtual More About MS program this Friday, June 2. We'll give you the details and tell you how you can register for this free event.

And the International Progressive MS Alliance has announced a large-scale research program focused on developing solutions to some of the most challenging symptoms that people living with progressive MS face. We're sharing the details.

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

Welcome to our 300th episode!  :25

It's World MS Day!  1:55

Congratulations to the winner of a $100 Amazon gift card!  2:56

Details and registration info for the Can Do MS More About MS Program  3:43

The International Progressive MS Alliance announces a large-scale research program  5:17

Dr. Lilyana Amezcua discusses healthcare disparities among minority communities   7:51

Share this episode  32:12

Thanks for listening, and here's to the next 300!!  32:32

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World MS Day on the Web
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Prioritizing Progressive MS Rehabilitation Research: A Call from the International Progressive MS Alliance
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/1352458521999970

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RealTalk MS Episode 300
Guests: Dr. Lilyana Amezcua

Tags: MS, MultipleSclerosis, MSResearch, MSSociety, RealTalkMS