Exploring the Landscape of MS in Black Americans
Recent research highlights a rising number of MS diagnoses among Black Americans, with many experiencing a more aggressive form of the disease. Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams explores…
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Dentro de Mí: Viviendo con esclerosis múltiple
Un documental premiado que presenta a pacientes hispanos/latinos con EM que viven en los EE. UU. y sus experiencias y perspectivas sobre la esclerosis múltiple. Se basa en…
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Addressing Bias in Healthcare
Dr. Annette Okai discusses systemic bias and inequities in MS healthcare, particularly within the Black community, including lack of inclusion in clinical trials. She offers…
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People of Color with MS in Research
Presentation by Dr. Tirisham Gyang on the barriers that people of color may experience in joining clinical trials, and why it’s important that all people have the ability…
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The Many Faces of MS: Exploring Diversity and Differences
Research shows that the African-American and Hispanic-American populations are more affected by MS than historically thought and may have different disease courses. In this…
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The African American Experience and Multiple Sclerosis
Research indicates that African Americans with multiple sclerosis tend to have more diverse symptoms at diagnosis and a more aggressive disease course than Caucasians with MS. In…
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Hispanic American MS Experience
This recorded webinar delves into the influence of culture on the MS experience by addressing the diverse effects of MS on the Hispanic community. Dr. Lilyana Amezcua examines…
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Experiencia Hispanoamericana sobre Esclerosis Múltiple
Este seminario web en español profundiza en la influencia de la cultura en la experiencia de la EM al abordar los diversos efectos de la EM en la comunidad hispana. La Dra.…
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Voices of MS: Our Experiences as Black Men with MS
Damian Washington, Tim Carr, Erik Nelson, & Zay Bell Brown discuss the challenges of living with MS as Black men.
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MS Research Mythbusting
Minority communities may experience a disproportionate burden due to MS, including a heightened risk of severe disease and disability. However, minority populations are…
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Clarifying the Confusing World of Clinical Trials in Underserved Populations
This webinar, serving as the second part of MSAA’s Health Disparities in the MS Community series, aims to clarify misunderstandings regarding clinical trials within…
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Participating in Clinical Trials: Your Opportunity to Make a Difference
Inaugurating our “Living with MS as a Black Person” series, this digital educational program offers insights into clinical trials and their participation…
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