We're Not Trippin"

03/23/2026

Come join us this Wednesday March 25th, 6PM, 521 E 86th Ave Merrillville, IN

03/22/2026

02/15/2026

Scientists say they have found a way to repair MS-related nerve damage — not just slow it down! A promising new class of drugs may offer a way to repair the nerve damage caused by multiple sclerosis (MS), which is something current treatments cannot do. In MS, the immune system attacks myelin, the protective layer that surrounds nerve fibers, leading to progressive disability. Now, researchers from UC Riverside and the University of Illinois have identified two compounds, K102 and K110, that not only regulate immune activity but also stimulate the body’s natural ability to rebuild myelin.

K102, the most promising candidate, promoted remyelination in both mouse models and human-derived cells in the lab, effectively restoring nerve insulation and function. These compounds work by activating oligodendrocyte precursor cells—the building blocks of myelin—and encouraging them to mature and repair damaged fibers. That process breaks down in MS, but K102 appears to reignite it. After screening over 60 molecular variants, scientists landed on these two drug-like compounds with strong safety and efficacy profiles. The research has now moved toward clinical development, licensed by biotech startup Cadenza Bio. While human trials are still ahead, this breakthrough may eventually offer new hope not just for MS patients, but for anyone suffering from conditions involving nerve damage, such as spinal cord injuries or stroke.

02/09/2026

Here is the link for the walk, we only have 3 of us signed up. Come on guys, start early, end strong!!!

The National MS Society's vision is a world free of MS. The Society mobilizes people and resources so that everyone affected by MS can live their best lives as we stop MS in its tracks, restore what has been lost and end MS forever.

01/26/2026

Meeting this Wednesday, Jan 28th 6PM, 521 E 86th Ave, Merrillville, our post Holiday give away, white elephant and educational program on the lesser known symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis.

01/13/2026

I'm hoping everyone had a Happy New Year!!! Our next meeting will be the 28th of January at 6PM. We're going to mix business with pleasure...lol , I know, not a good idea,,,HAHAHAHA.
Ok enough with trying to get a smile out of you, this meeting we will discuss some of the symptoms of MS that are not the most common. The ones that a lot of people get and go HUMMMM is this my MS or could it be something else.
Also we will have a grab bag, our NPs have graciously donated some of the things they get from companies for the holidays to share with our members. This should be fun.

Also the walk sign up is now open, the team is the same as last year, We're Not Trippin because well, even though we sometimes do, we don't have to admit it:)
Here is the link:

I’m raising money for the National MS Society and can use your help. Your support means more groundbreaking research, life-changing services and gets us one step closer to a cure! Together we can make a difference for those living with MS — donate today!

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas

12/23/2025

11/11/2025

Conversations on Brain Health: The Practice of Gratitude and Healthy Recipes for the Holiday Season
As we approach Thanksgiving, join us for a special Conversations on Brain Health webinar focused on the power of gratitude and how to make it a meaningful part of your life.
In this session, we’ll explore how practicing gratitude can positively influence mental and emotional well-being. We’ll review current research, outline simple and effective ways to build your own gratitude practice, and guide you through an exercise to personalize it for lasting benefit.
For the second half of the program, we’ll be joined by a trained chef and certified nutrition consultant, who will share healthy cooking tips and delicious recipes to help you enjoy the holiday season mindfully.
When: Monday, November 10 | 6–7 p.m. CT
Where: Virtual via Zoom Webinar
Cost: Free
If you’ve attended a previous Conversations on Brain Health session, there’s no need to re-register—you’ll automatically receive the Zoom link.
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08/16/2025

Might have to see if we could get these dog shirts for the next walk.

08/16/2025

What do you guys think about this?
https://www.kcrg.com/2025/08/14/bravery-that-she-has-shown-woman-becomes-first-patient-world-undergo-new-ms-treatment/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMNfLJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFIbGMyMVgwSkJzalJaNFNHAR5FNDGrXDBugmElOeFZDNZMP4mFGCt8QLBxJJDEgseGaAnln_jUHJivO-ASAg_aem_EE9D0kgIySjynk9GP_sqEA

A Nebraska woman has become the first patient in the world to undergo a groundbreaking new treatment for multiple sclerosis.