Two programs to be held in St. Cloud next month for people with MS Aug. 18, 2008 Contact: Emily Wilson MINNEAPOLIS — The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Minnesota Chapter will host two programs in St. Cloud, Minn., throughout the month of September, covering topics such as cognitive issues related to multiple sclerosis and the latest assistive technology available for people with disabilities. The Solving Cognitive Issues program is from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 9, at the Holiday Inn in St. Cloud, Division St. and 37th Ave. At the program, Dr. Allen Ingenito from the Minneapolis Clinic of Neurology will provide basic information about MS-related cognitive problems and ways to manage this symptom of the disease. There is no fee for this program and the deadline to register is Sept. 2. For more information, contact Timothy Holtz at 612-335-7930 or tholtz@MSsociety.org. The Housing and Independence Workshop is from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at Michael’s Restaurant in St. Cloud, 510 S. Highway 10. At the workshop, participants will hear from industry experts about the latest assistive technology available to help maximize independence at home. There is no fee for this workshop. The deadline to register is Sept. 22. For more information, contact Steve Korngable at 612-335-7974 or skorngable@MSsociety.org. To register for one or both of these programs, visit http://www.mssociety.org/ or call 800-582-5296. About the multiple sclerosis About the National MS Society Studies show that early and ongoing treatment with an FDA-approved therapy can reduce future disease activity and improve quality of life for many people with multiple sclerosis. Talk to your health care professional and contact the National MS Society at http://www.nationalmssociety.org/ or 1-800-344-4867 to learn about ways to help manage multiple sclerosis and about current research that may one day reveal a cure. |
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