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We are an active Branch with 81 members from the London Borough of Hounslow and Richmond including Bedfont, Cranford, Chiswick, Feltham, Hayes, Hanworth, Heston, Isleworth, Osterley and Southall.  

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Our aim is to help anyone whose life is affected by Multiple Sclerosis.  MS is the most common disabling neurological condition affecting young adults, with 50 people diagnosed every week, mainly between the ages of 20 and 40. The MS Society estimates that 85,000 people in the UK have MS, with twice as many women diagnosed as men. 

MS is the result of damage to myelin – the protective sheath surrounding nerve fibres of the central nervous system – which interferes with messages between the brain and the body.

For some people, MS is characterised by periods of relapse and remission while for others it has a progressive pattern.  Symptoms range from loss of sight and mobility, fatigue, depression and cognitive problems. There is no cure and few effective treatments.

The Hounslow branch of the MS Society has been supporting people with MS, and their carers, for 44 years.  The branch currently has around 80 members that regularly visit the centre.

We produce a monthly newsletter to keep our members up to date with News and Events.

Do you have time to become a volunteer?  We are looking for two support personnel to join our committee.  If you are able to help, please email: mshounslow@yahoo.co.uk  and we will send you further details.

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mshounslow@yahoo.co.uk