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The Lone Star Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, the largest Chapter in terms of geography, population served and monies raised, was founded in 1955 to provide direct services to people affected by MS and to fund research in the movement toward a world free of MS. Currently, $5.3 million is being spent on MS research at medical facilities throughout our Chapter.

The Lone Star Chapter serves 174 counties in Texas and 20,000 people with MS, their families and friends, the professionals who serve them, and the general public.

Client Programs

Visit our Client Programs section for information and online registration for programs in your area.

MS E-Connection

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Promising Treatments for MS

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 main.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.

Why You Should Get On and Stay On MS Drug Therapy

Scientific evidence shows that these therapies have the ability to decrease the number of attacks a person with relapsing MS would expect to have over time. As a result, these medications are thought to slow down the development of MS disability.

Newly Diagnosed

Have you recently been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis? People often feel overwhelmed and confused after diagnosis. The National Multiple Sclerosis Society has many resources to help guide you to a better understanding of life with MS.

Self-Help Groups

There are many Self-Help Groups throughout the Lone Star Chapter. These groups offer opportunities to make new friends and share with others how you experience life with MS. View the Self Help Group List.

Step Up & Join The Movement

Join the 2008 Walk MS events to raise funds for vital research and services for people with MS. Walk, run, volunteer, or donate today.

Reader Survey

Share your feedback on the Summer 2008 MSConnection using this brief survey.

MS Workplace

A collaboration between Biogen Idec, Elan, Monster, and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society that provides MS-specific career resources.
Visit MS Workplace today.

Neighbor to Neighbor

The Lone Star Chapter has a dynamic new initiative to show how neighborly we are in Texas!
Click here to get involved in New Braunfels, Pearland, Plano and Round Rock.

Momentum: Relationship Matters

Momentum, (formerly InsideMS) responds to our readers' requests for more information that will help people with MS move forward and spotlight people, news and events moving us closer to a world free of MS. View the latest issue.

Seeking Study Participants

The Sonya Slifka Longitudinal MS Study is currently enrolling 2,500 people with MS.Click here for more information.

Joining Forces

As of October 1, 2007, the North Central Texas and Lone Star Chapters joined forces as one unified voice and chapter. Read a message from the board chair.

MyMSMyWay.com

Visit MyMSMyWay.com, a comprehensive online site providing the MS community with MS technology resources and information, including tips on making technology easier to use.

MSWorld.org

For online chats, message boards and more visit MS World.