Join Dr Fatima Kahn, a Menopause specialist who has a holistic approach to women's physical, emotion and mental wellbeing; and Jacqui Perry, MS Physiotherapist as they define menopause and peri-menopause and discuss the management of menopause for women who are going through it. 

With thanks to Dr Fatima Khan and MS physiotherapist, Jacqui Perry.

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Views expressed on the MS Podcast, including any discussions or reference to medications or treatments by podcast guests, do not necessarily represent the views of MS Plus and should not be seen as either an endorsement or rejection of a treatment.  

MS Plus does not recommend any specific treatment for people living with MS. Decisions about any treatments, taking into consideration the potential benefits and side effects for each individual’s circumstances, should be made in careful consultation with the person’s neurologist or health care professional. 

Once it is confirmed you are having a relapse you may be treated in hospital or at home.  This episode steps you through the options available to you, the treatments, durations and tips about how to get through a relapse in the most resilient way.

Presenter

Executive Manager Client Engagement and Wellbeing Jodi Haartsen is a registered MS Nurse who has helped thousands of patients over her 20 years’ experience at Eastern Health MS service in Australia, in several roles including nurse educator, research nurse and nurse practitioner. Jodi is the 2022 winner of the global MS Brain Health Leader Award in the Independent Healthcare Professionals category.

With thanks to Jodi.

Episode transcript here: Transcript

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Get in touch to share your comments and suggestions about this episode, or for future guests and episode topics by emailing [email protected]

Views expressed on the MS Podcast, including any discussions or reference to medications or treatments by podcast guests, do not necessarily represent the views of MS Plus and should not be seen as either an endorsement or rejection of a treatment.  

MS Plus does not recommend any specific treatment for people living with MS. Decisions about any treatments, taking into consideration the potential benefits and side effects for each individual’s circumstances, should be made in careful consultation with the person’s neurologist or health care professional. 

In this episode we are discussing the “Road to Recovery” after you have had a relapse.  We will cover what to expect post relapse, how long your recovery might take, who can help and what aids and supports are available.

Presenter

Executive Manager Client Engagement and Wellbeing Jodi Haartsen is a registered MS Nurse who has helped thousands of patients over her 20 years’ experience at Eastern Health MS service in Australia, in several roles including nurse educator, research nurse and nurse practitioner. Jodi is the 2022 winner of the global MS Brain Health Leader Award in the Independent Healthcare Professionals category.

With thanks to MS Nurse Practitioner Jodi Haartsen.

Reach out for support:
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Get in touch to share your comments and suggestions about this episode, or for future guests and episode topics by emailing [email protected]

Views expressed on the MS Podcast, including any discussions or reference to medications or treatments by podcast guests, do not necessarily represent the views of MS Plus and should not be seen as either an endorsement or rejection of a treatment.  

MS Plus does not recommend any specific treatment for people living with MS. Decisions about any treatments, taking into consideration the potential benefits and side effects for each individual’s circumstances, should be made in careful consultation with the person’s neurologist or health care professional. 

MS Nurse Advisor Jane  talks about what to do if you think you are having a relapse. Who do you call? How urgent is it? What do you need to do? How do you document and communicate effectively what is happening? Lots of great info in 12 short minutes.

With thanks to MS Nurse Advisor Jane.

Reach out for support:
MS Plus Connect 1800 042 138 or email [email protected]

Get in touch to share your comments and suggestions about this episode, or for future guests and episode topics by emailing [email protected]

Views expressed on the MS Podcast, including any discussions or reference to medications or treatments by podcast guests, do not necessarily represent the views of MS Plus and should not be seen as either an endorsement or rejection of a treatment.  

MS Plus does not recommend any specific treatment for people living with MS. Decisions about any treatments, taking into consideration the potential benefits and side effects for each individual’s circumstances, should be made in careful consultation with the person’s neurologist or health care professional. 

For many people diagnosed with MS, relapses will be a part of the MS journey. So, what is a relapse? How do you know you're having one? Join MS Nurse Advisor, Jane as she answers these questions and provides strategies on how to best be prepared in the event of experiencing an MS relapse. 

With thanks to Jane.

Read episode transcript here

Reach out for support:
MS Plus Connect 1800 042 138 or email [email protected]

Get in touch to share your comments and suggestions about this episode, or for future guests and episode topics by emailing [email protected]

Views expressed on the MS Podcast, including any discussions or reference to medications or treatments by podcast guests, do not necessarily represent the views of MS Plus and should not be seen as either an endorsement or rejection of a treatment.  

MS Plus does not recommend any specific treatment for people living with MS. Decisions about any treatments, taking into consideration the potential benefits and side effects for each individual’s circumstances, should be made in careful consultation with the person’s neurologist or health care professional. 

Dr Sally Shaw is a Melbourne based psychologist working in a positive psychology framework with people who have a chronic illness, especially those with multiple sclerosis. Sally herself was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2001. Join Sally as she chats about finding joy and living well with multiple sclerosis.   

With thanks to Dr Sally Shaw.

Reach out for support:
MS Plus Connect 1800 042 138 or email [email protected]

Get in touch to share your comments and suggestions about this episode, or for future guests and episode topics by emailing [email protected]

Views expressed on the MS Podcast, including any discussions or reference to medications or treatments by podcast guests, do not necessarily represent the views of MS Plus and should not be seen as either an endorsement or rejection of a treatment.  

MS Plus does not recommend any specific treatment for people living with MS. Decisions about any treatments, taking into consideration the potential benefits and side effects for each individual’s circumstances, should be made in careful consultation with the person’s neurologist or health care professional. 

Dr Yvonne Learmonth is an Accredited Physiotherapist who specialises in Physical Activity research in multiple sclerosis. She has a PhD in rehabilitation and currently lectures and conducts research in the discipline of Exercise Science at Murdoch University. Yvonne also leads an exercise and cognition research group based at Murdoch University. Yvonne will offer tips based on research and evidence to help you make positive changes in your life.

With thanks to Dr Yvonne.

Reach out for support:
MS Plus Connect 1800 042 138 or email [email protected]

Get in touch to share your comments and suggestions about this episode, or for future guests and episode topics by emailing [email protected]

Views expressed on the MS Podcast, including any discussions or reference to medications or treatments by podcast guests, do not necessarily represent the views of MS Plus and should not be seen as either an endorsement or rejection of a treatment.  

MS Plus does not recommend any specific treatment for people living with MS. Decisions about any treatments, taking into consideration the potential benefits and side effects for each individual’s circumstances, should be made in careful consultation with the person’s neurologist or health care professional. 

Associate Professor Anneke van der Walt, Neurologist at Alfred Health in Melbourne chats with Jodi Haartsen, Executive Manager at MS Plus about the COVID vaccines that have been approved in Australia and their impact on people living with MS.

With thanks to Associate Professor Anneke van der Walt.

Reach out for support:
MS Plus Connect 1800 042 138 or email [email protected]

Get in touch to share your comments and suggestions about this episode, or for future guests and episode topics by emailing [email protected]

Views expressed on the MS Podcast, including any discussions or reference to medications or treatments by podcast guests, do not necessarily represent the views of MS Plus and should not be seen as either an endorsement or rejection of a treatment.  

MS Plus does not recommend any specific treatment for people living with MS. Decisions about any treatments, taking into consideration the potential benefits and side effects for each individual’s circumstances, should be made in careful consultation with the person’s neurologist or health care professional. 

Jillian Kingsford Smith is an international best selling author, award winning journalist, a Kiss Goodbye to MS Ambassador, a part of the global Strategic Initiative "Stop and Reverse MS" and, she is a person living with multiple sclerosis. Jillian shares her experience of where her life has taken her since her diagnosis.

With thanks to Jillian.

Reach out for support:
MS Plus Connect 1800 042 138 or email [email protected]

Get in touch to share your comments and suggestions about this episode, or for future guests and episode topics by emailing [email protected]

Views expressed on the MS Podcast, including any discussions or reference to medications or treatments by podcast guests, do not necessarily represent the views of MS Plus and should not be seen as either an endorsement or rejection of a treatment.  

MS Plus does not recommend any specific treatment for people living with MS. Decisions about any treatments, taking into consideration the potential benefits and side effects for each individual’s circumstances, should be made in careful consultation with the person’s neurologist or health care professional.