Raise money for MS Society of Canada
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is thought to be an autoimmune disease of the central nervous system (brain, spinal cord). The disease attacks myelin, the protective covering of the nerves, causing inflammation and often damaging the myelin. Myelin is necessary for the transmission of nerve impulses through nerve fibres. If damage to myelin is slight, nerve impulses travel with minor interruptions; however, if damage is heavy and if scar tissue replaces the myelin, nerve impulses may be completely disrupted, and the nerve fibres themselves can be damaged.
MS can cause symptoms such as extreme fatigue, lack of coordination, weakness, tingling, impaired sensation, vision problems, bladder problems, cognitive impairment and mood changes.
Recent donors
Date | Name | Amount |
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Dec 17 | Anonymous | $20.00 |
Dec 17 | Rudy Witlox | $25.00 |
Dec 17 | Anonymous | Undisclosed amount |
Dec 17 | Karen Barrie | $25.00 |
Dec 17 | David Hauraney | $25.00 |
Dec 17 | Susan Best | $25.00 |
Dec 17 | John Gardam | $50.00 |