MS and COVID-19

Here at MS-UK, we have been following the developments of COVID-19 and how it may affect people living with multiple sclerosis (MS). Things will continue to change on a daily basis so please check this page regularly for the latest updates on MS-related coronavirus news, information and useful resources. 

Last updated: 04 November 2020

In the news

Listed below are the latest MS and coronavirus (COVID-19) news.

• New shielding advice Thursday 05 November
• Coronavirus guidance includes people taking immunosuppression therapies
• Leading neurologists release coronavirus advice for people with MS
• The latest official government advice on COVID-19 and MS

Impact on MS-UK

Here we will keep you updated on how the running of our charity and how our services may be affected.

• Update - MS-UK is here for you

Useful information and resources

These links will take you through to the MS-UK blog where we post a variety of information around living well with multiple sclerosis.

• Covid-19 and work
• 9 mindfulness tips to help with self-isolation
• The most at risk in society should self-isolate for 12 weeks
• 5 apps that are perfect for lockdown
• Useful online resources for people with MS right now
• Free accessible exercises you can do at home!​
• Shielding if you’re vulnerable – what you need to know
• How to stay mentally healthy in self-isolation
• MS and coronavirus FAQ
• "During this lock down, everything has felt heightened"