2017 Wheels and Heels Against MS Walk!
From my brother Paul (and sister Anne):
2 Jillian Rose Dr 13 Apache Way
Oxford, MA 01540 Tewksbury, MA 01876
Hi, everyone -
As we hit the
mid-point of summer, the MS Challenge Walk is fast approaching. Anne and
I are officially signed up and ready to take on another 50 miles in our
continuing fight to stamp out Multiple Sclerosis.
On September
8th, we will team up again (our 12th year together as team Wheels
and Heels – my 15th overall) for our three day journey. Each
year comes with its unique challenges, whether they be physical hurdles or just
overcoming the heat, humidity or, one year, even a tropical storm.
Although the challenges vary, what remains the same is our steadfast
determination to celebrate that day when MS is nothing but a memory.
Multiple
Sclerosis is a frightening disease that affects the central nervous
system. The symptoms may be mild (such as
numbness in the limbs) or severe enough to cause blindness or paralysis. The
severity and specifics of the symptoms of MS can’t yet be predicted, but
advances in research and treatment are giving hope to all affected by the
disease.
This
year Anne shared with me one such exciting treatment. There is a brand
new drug out called Ocrevus that she has just been cleared to
begin. This drug is the first of its kind that can dramatically slow the
progression of MS in patients who have been diagnosed as Primary
Progressive. Although the drug is not a cure, it’s slowing of the disease
not only gives one more control over their current symptoms but also allows
that precious time to wait out the more advanced and reversing treatments that
are now in the pipeline.
Your
donations to the National MS Society are the key to these exciting
treatments. We hope that you can continue to be a beacon of hope for all
who battle this disease. No donation is too small!
As
in the past, there are two ways you can donate.
·
The fastest and most convenient way would be to click on my name
or Anne’s at:
·
You can also mail a check, making it out to The National MS
Society.
Our
addresses are:
Paul
Keohane Anne Murphy 2 Jillian Rose Dr 13 Apache Way
Oxford, MA 01540 Tewksbury, MA 01876
Thank
you all so very much for your continued support!!
Paul
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