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# Race to Erase MS

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- [A Night of Hope, Heart, and Progress: Race to Erase MS Returns for Its 33rd Annual Gala](https://www.erasems.org/a-night-of-hope-heart-and-progress-race-to-erase-ms-returns-for-its-33rd-annual-gala/) - Friday, June 5, 2026 | Fairmont Century Plaza, Los Angeles For 33 years, Race to Erase MS has brought together changemakers, celebrities, scientists, and supporters with one shared purpose: to find a cure for multiple sclerosis. This June, the foundation marks another milestone year with its most anticipated event of the season — the 33rd
- [Race to Erase MS Announces 2025–2026 Research Grant Awardees](https://www.erasems.org/race-to-erase-ms-announces-2025-2026-research-grant-awardees/) - Race to Erase MS Announces 2025–2026 Research Grant Awardees Race to Erase MS has announced its 2025–2026 class of research grant awardees, supporting leading scientists whose work is advancing new frontiers in multiple sclerosis (MS) research. Founded by Nancy Davis, Race to Erase MS continues to accelerate scientific discovery through its Center Without Walls program,
- [Rally North America: Drive for MS this June 2025](https://www.erasems.org/rally-north-america-june-2025/) - Rallying for a Cure: Race to Erase MS Joined the Texas Longhorn Rally 2025 Race to Erase MS had the honor of being selected as the charitable beneficiary of Rally North America’s 2025 Texas Longhorn Rally—and thanks to this amazing event, over $146,000 was raised to support innovative MS research. Highlights from the June 8-12th
- [32nd Annual Race to Erase MS Gala Raises Over 1.5 Million](https://www.erasems.org/32nd-annual-race-to-erase-ms-gala-raises-over-1-5-million/) - 32nd Annual Race to Erase MS Gala Raises Over 1.5 Million On Friday, May 16, Multiple Sclerosis (MS) advocate and Center Without Walls founder Nancy Davis welcomed guests to the Fairmont Century Plaza for the 32nd Annual Race to Erase MS Gala. The event raised over $1.5 million to benefit the Race to Erase MS and its Center Without Walls program, a
- [Get Ready for the 32nd Annual Race to Erase MS Gala: A Night of Fashion, Music, and Giving Back](https://www.erasems.org/get-ready-for-the-32nd-annual-race-to-erase-ms-gala-a-night-of-fashion-music-and-giving-back/) - Get Ready for the 32nd Annual Race to Erase MS Gala: A Night of Fashion, Music, and Giving Back Mark your calendars! The 32nd Annual Race to Erase MS Gala is set to take place on Friday, May 16, 2025, at the iconic Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles. The benefit for Race to Erase MS is
- [Vulnerability: The undisclosed side effect of Multiple Sclerosis](https://www.erasems.org/vulnerability-the-undisclosed-side-effect-of-multiple-sclerosis/) - Vulnerability: The undisclosed side effect of Multiple Sclerosis When reflecting on this last year, and what triumphs, growth and failures I had experienced, I came to discover a new truth of mine: Nothing scares me more than vulnerability. Not only when it comes to love, but in every aspect of my life. Having M.S.
- [Identity Crisis](https://www.erasems.org/identity-crisis/) - Identity Crisis by Meagan Freeman IDENTITY CRISIS: Who am I Now? Finding a New Purpose and Passion After Your Career Has Ended If you are anything like me, you probably spent years creating and establishing your career through education and work experience. Maybe you even had one of those childhood dreams. "I always wanted
- [2009 Love To Erase MS Gala](https://www.erasems.org/2009-love-to-erase-ms-gala/) - 2009 Love To Erase MS Gala
- [2009 MS Forum and Expo](https://www.erasems.org/2009-ms-forum-and-expo/) - 2009 MS Forum and Expo
- [2010 Month of May Campaign](https://www.erasems.org/2010-month-of-may-campaign/) - 2010 Kitson “May Campaign” Kick-Off Party
- [2010 MS Forum and Expo](https://www.erasems.org/2010-ms-forum-and-expo/) - 2010 MS Forum and Expo
- [2011 Kick-Off Luncheon](https://www.erasems.org/2011-kick-off-luncheon/) - 2011 Kick-Off Luncheon
- [2011 Love To Erase MS Gala](https://www.erasems.org/2011-love-to-erase-ms-gala/) - 2011 Love To Erase MS Gala
- [2011 MS Forum and Expo](https://www.erasems.org/2011-ms-forum-and-expo/) - 2011 MS Forum and Expo
- [2012 Love To Erase MS Gala](https://www.erasems.org/2012-love-to-erase-ms-gala/) - 2012 Love To Erase MS Gala
- [2012 MS Forum and Expo](https://www.erasems.org/2012-ms-forum-and-expo/) - 2012 MS Forum and Expo
- [2013 20th Anniversary Photos](https://www.erasems.org/2013-20th-anniversary-photos/) - 2013 20th Anniversary Photos
- [2013 MS Forum and Expo](https://www.erasems.org/2013-ms-forum-and-expo/) - 2013 MS Forum and Expo
- [2014 Love To Erase MS Gala](https://www.erasems.org/2014-love-to-erase-ms-gala/) - 2014 Love To Erase MS Gala
- [2016 Erase MS Gala](https://www.erasems.org/2016-gala-photos/) - 2016 Erase MS Gala
- [2018 Erase MS Gala](https://www.erasems.org/2018-gala-photos/) - 2018 Erase MS Gala
- [2019 Erase MS Gala](https://www.erasems.org/2019-gala-photos/) - 2019 Erase MS Gala
- [2020 Erase MS Gala](https://www.erasems.org/2021-erase-ms-gala/) - 2020 Erase MS Gala
- [2021 Erase MS Gala](https://www.erasems.org/2021-erase-ms-gala-2/) - 2021 Erase MS Gala
- [2015 Love To Erase MS Gala](https://www.erasems.org/2015-love-to-erase-ms-gala/) - 2015 Love To Erase MS Gala
- [2010 Love To Erase MS Gala](https://www.erasems.org/2010-love-to-erase-ms-gala/) - 2010 Love to Erase MS Gala
- [May Campaign Photos](https://www.erasems.org/may-campaign-photos/) - May Campaign Photos
- [Win a 2021 Tesla Model Y Performance and $10,000](https://www.erasems.org/win-a-2021-tesla-model-y-performance-and-10000/) - Here’s your friendly reminder that you could win a Tesla Y Performance + $10,000 by supporting Supporting Race to Erase MS + Cure Addiction Now! Enter Today! www.CharityStars.com/Tesla
- [People.com - April 30, 2015](https://www.erasems.org/people-com-april-30-2015/) - People.com – April 30, 2015
- [Race to Erase MS Gala Fashion Show Highlights Reel](https://www.erasems.org/race-to-erase-ms-gala-fashion-show-highlights-reel/) - Race to Erase MS Gala Fashion Show Highlights Reel Race to Erase MS Gala Fashion Show Highlights Reel 1993–2007
- [Multiple Sclerosis Overview](https://www.erasems.org/multiple-sclerosis-overview/) - Multiple Sclerosis Overview
- [2009 Hero Awards Honoring Nancy Davis](https://www.erasems.org/2009-hero-awards-honoring-nancy-davis/) - 2009 Hero Awards Honoring Nancy Davis
- [MS Minute #1 - The Flu & Multiple Sclerosis](https://www.erasems.org/ms-minute-1-the-flu-multiple-sclerosis/) - MS Minute #1 - The Flu & Multiple Sclerosis
- [MS Minute #2 - Depression and Multiple Sclerosis](https://www.erasems.org/ms-minute-2-depression-and-multiple-sclerosis/) - MS Minute #2 - Depression and Multiple Sclerosis
- [MS Minute #3 - Identifying MS Genes](https://www.erasems.org/ms-minute-3-identifying-ms-genes/) - MS Minute #3 - Identifying MS Genes
- [Nancy's Story](https://www.erasems.org/nancys-story/) - Nancy's Story Nancy Davis Foundation for MS – Nancy’s Story: Diagnosed with MS
- [MS Minute #4- Balance, Falls, and Multiple Sclerosis](https://www.erasems.org/ms-minute-4-balance-falls-and-multiple-sclerosis/) - MS Forum & Expo Part 1 - Introductions and Performance by David Osmond
- [MS Forum & Expo Part 1 - Introductions and Performance by David Osmond](https://www.erasems.org/ms-forum-expo-part-1-introductions-and-performance-by-david-osmond/) - MS Forum & Expo Part 1 - Introductions and Performance by David Osmond
- [MS Forum & Expo Part 2 - Center Without Walls Research Findings](https://www.erasems.org/ms-forum-expo-part-2-center-without-walls-research-findings/) - MS Forum & Expo Part 2 - Center Without Walls Research Findings
- [MS Forum & Expo Part 3 - Q & A with the MS Forum Panelists](https://www.erasems.org/ms-forum-expo-part-3-q-a-with-the-ms-forum-panelists/) - MS Forum & Expo Part 3 - Q & A Continued with the MS Forum Panelists
- [MS Forum & Expo Part 4 - Q & A Continued with the MS Forum Panelists](https://www.erasems.org/ms-forum-expo-part-4-q-a-continued-with-the-ms-forum-panelists/) - MS Forum & Expo Part 4 - Q & A Continued with the MS Forum Panelists
- [MS Forum & Expo Part 5 - Q & A Continued with the MS Forum Panelists](https://www.erasems.org/ms-forum-expo-part-5-q-a-continued-with-the-ms-forum-panelists/) - MS Forum & Expo Part 5 - Q & A Continued with the MS Forum Panelists
- [David Osmond Discusses The Center Without Walls Program](https://www.erasems.org/david-osmond-discusses-the-center-without-walls-program/) - David Osmond Discusses The Center Without Walls Program
- [Meet the Young Investigators - Jack Ratchford, MD. John Hopkins University](https://www.erasems.org/meet-the-young-investigators-jack-ratchford-md-john-hopkins-university/) - Meet the Young Investigators - Jack Ratchford, MD. John Hopkins University
- [Nancy Davis Visits the Don Francisco Coffee Plant](https://www.erasems.org/nancy-davis-visits-the-don-francisco-coffee-plant/) - Nancy Davis Visits the Don Francisco Coffee Plant H&M Communications- H&M Communications’ Jenifer Golden and Nancy Davis Celebrating the Release of “Blend to Erase MS”.
- [2011 MS Forum & Expo Part 1 David Osmond Shares His Story](https://www.erasems.org/2011-ms-forum-expo-part-1-david-osmond-shares-his-story/) - 2011 MS Forum & Expo Part 1 David Osmond Shares His Story
- [2011 MS Forum & Expo Part 2 David Osmond's Story](https://www.erasems.org/2011-ms-forum-expo-part-2-david-osmonds-story/) - 2011 MS Forum & Expo Part 2 David Osmond's Story
- [2011 MS Forum & Expo Part 3 David Osmond Performance & Introduction of the Moderators](https://www.erasems.org/2011-ms-forum-expo-part-3-david-osmond-performance-introduction-of-the-moderators/) - 2011 MS Forum & Expo Part 3 David Osmond Performance & Introduction of the Moderators
- [2011 MS Forum & Expo Part 4 Meet the Center Without Walls Research Scientists](https://www.erasems.org/2011-ms-forum-expo-part-4-current-research-update/) - 2011 MS Forum & Expo Part 4 Meet the Center Without Walls Research Scientists
- [2011 MS Forum & Expo Part 5 Current Research Update](https://www.erasems.org/2011-ms-forum-expo-part-5-current-research-update/) - 2011 MS Forum & Expo Part 5 Current Research Update
- [2011 MS Forum & Expo Part 6 Current Research Update](https://www.erasems.org/2011-ms-forum-expo-part-6-current-research-update/) - 2011 MS Forum & Expo Part 6 Current Research Update
- [2011 MS Forum & Expo Part 07 Q & A with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists](https://www.erasems.org/2011-ms-forum-expo-part-07-q-a-with-the-center-without-walls-ms-research-scientists/) - 2011 MS Forum & Expo Part 07 Q & A with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists
- [2011 MS Forum & Expo Part 08 Q & A with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists](https://www.erasems.org/2011-ms-forum-expo-part-08-q-a-with-the-center-without-walls-ms-research-scientists/) - 2011 MS Forum & Expo Part 08 Q & A with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists
- [2011 MS Forum & Expo Part 09 Q & A with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists](https://www.erasems.org/2011-ms-forum-expo-part-09-q-a-with-the-center-without-walls-ms-research-scientists/) - 2011 MS Forum & Expo Part 09 Q & A with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists
- [2011 MS Forum & Expo Part 11 Q & A with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists](https://www.erasems.org/2011-ms-forum-expo-part-11-q-a-with-the-center-without-walls-ms-research-scientists/) - 2011 MS Forum & Expo Part 11 Q & A with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists
- [2011 MS Forum & Expo Part 10 Q & A with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists](https://www.erasems.org/2011-ms-forum-expo-part-10-q-a-with-the-center-without-walls-ms-research-scientists/) - 2011 MS Forum & Expo Part 10 Q & A with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists
- [2011 Race to Erase MS Gala Fashion Reel - Part 1](https://www.erasems.org/2011-race-to-erase-ms-gala-fashion-reel-part-1/) - 2011 Race to Erase MS Gala Fashion Reel - Part 1
- [2011 Race to Erase MS Gala Fashion Reel - Part 2](https://www.erasems.org/2011-race-to-erase-ms-gala-fashion-reel-part-2/) - 2011 Race to Erase MS Gala Fashion Reel - Part 2
- [The Race to Erase MS Gala Through the Years: 1993-2011](https://www.erasems.org/the-race-to-erase-ms-gala-through-the-years-1993-2011/) - The Race to Erase MS Gala Through the Years: 1993-2011
- [MS Minute #5 - Progressive MS & Viruses as MS Triggers](https://www.erasems.org/ms-minute-5-progressive-ms-viruses-as-ms-triggers/) - MS Minute #5 - Progressive MS & Viruses as MS Triggers
- [Race to Erase MS 2012 - Lean On Me](https://www.erasems.org/race-to-erase-ms-2012-lean-on-me/) - Race to Erase MS 2012 - Lean On Me
- [The 19th Annual Race to Erase MS Fashion Show Reel](https://www.erasems.org/the-19th-annual-race-to-erase-ms-fashion-show-reel/) - The 19th Annual Race to Erase MS Fashion Show Reel
- [2013 MS Forum with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists Part 5](https://www.erasems.org/2013-ms-forum-with-the-center-without-walls-ms-research-scientists-part-5/) - 2013 MS Forum with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists Part 5
- [2013 MS Forum with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists Part 6](https://www.erasems.org/2013-ms-forum-with-the-center-without-walls-ms-research-scientists-part-6/) - 2013 MS Forum with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists Part 6
- [2013 MS Forum with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists Part 7](https://www.erasems.org/2013-ms-forum-with-the-center-without-walls-ms-research-scientists-part-7/) - 2013 MS Forum with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists Part 7
- [2013 MS Forum with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists Part 8](https://www.erasems.org/2013-ms-forum-with-the-center-without-walls-ms-research-scientists-part-8/) - 2013 MS Forum with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists Part 8
- [2013 MS Forum with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists Part 9](https://www.erasems.org/2013-ms-forum-with-the-center-without-walls-ms-research-scientists-part-9/) - 2013 MS Forum with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists Part 9
- [2013 MS Forum with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists Part 1](https://www.erasems.org/2013-ms-forum-with-the-center-without-walls-ms-research-scientists-part-1/) - 2013 MS Forum with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists Part 1
- [2013 MS Forum with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists Part 2](https://www.erasems.org/2013-ms-forum-with-the-center-without-walls-ms-research-scientists-part-2/) - 2013 MS Forum with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists Part 2
- [2013 MS Forum with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists Part 3](https://www.erasems.org/2013-ms-forum-with-the-center-without-walls-ms-research-scientists-part-3/) - 2013 MS Forum with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists Part 3
- [2013 MS Forum with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists Part 4](https://www.erasems.org/2013-ms-forum-with-the-center-without-walls-ms-research-scientists-part-4/) - 2013 MS Forum with the Center Without Walls MS Research Scientists Part 4
- [2013 MS Research Update - Vijayshree Yadav, MD, MCR, OHSU](https://www.erasems.org/2013-ms-research-update-vijayshree-yadav-md-mcr-ohsu/) - 2013 MS Research Update - Vijayshree Yadav, MD, MCR, OHSU Meet one of our Young Investigators – Vijayshree Yadav, MD, MCR, OHSU, discussing her MS research study
- [Nancy Davis to be Featured in WebMD Magazine!](https://www.erasems.org/nancy-davis-to-be-featured-in-webmd-magazine/) - Nancy Davis to be Featured in WebMD Magazine! The April/May isse of WebMD magazine features the article, "Designs on a Cure." The article discusses Tommy Hilfiger's longstanding involvement with the Nancy Davis Foundation and the Race to Erase MS Gala. Hilfiger has been a board member since 1995. We can't wait for everyone to
- [Vote for Your Favorite "I have MS, MS Does not Have Me" Essay!](https://www.erasems.org/vote-for-your-favorite-i-have-ms-ms-does-not-have-me-essay/) - Vote for Your Favorite I have MS, MS Does not Have Me Essay! This month we are letting our supporters share their personal stories of overcoming Multiple Sclerosis in the form of a short essay. Essays have been submitted through our Facebook page. We have enjoyed reading all of the entries - each and
- [Calling All MS Bloggers](https://www.erasems.org/calling-all-ms-bloggers/) - Calling All MS Bloggers Do you have Multiple Sclerosis, know someone who does, or have been affected by the disease? (I.e. if Multiple Sclerosis has touched your life in some form.) Then we want to hear from you! We are looking for guest bloggers to share their experiences with the disease. Please email social@erasems.org
- [Multiple Sclerosis is Like Improv](https://www.erasems.org/multiple-sclerosis-is-like-improv/) - Multiple Sclerosis is Like Improv Our friends at WebMD have a great blog post our today titled, Cancer is Like Improv.. After reading it we think Multiple Sclerosis is a lot like improv too! We're sharing Jennifer Goodman Linn's post below, but replacing the word "cancer" with "Multiple Sclerosis." Tell us what you think,
- [Pushing Forward with Multiple Sclerosis](https://www.erasems.org/pushing-forward-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - Pushing Forward with Multiple Sclerosis Our friends at Bioness brought this great article to our attention: Pushing Forward with Multiple Sclerosis. It shares the story of a woman who took back her life and mobility by overcoming foot drop. She now works out three times a week. Our favorite take-a-way from the article? "You
- [Winners of "I have MS, MS Does Have Me" Essay Contest Announced](https://www.erasems.org/winners-of-i-have-ms-ms-does-have-me-essay-contest-announced/) - Winners of "I have MS, MS Does Have Me" Essay Contest Announced The winners of our "I have MS, MS Does Not Have Me" essay contest are Jessica Riddle (1st), Ashley (2nd) and Amanda West (3rd) !! Big congrats to these lovely ladies and a big thank you to everyone who entered! Jessica's Essay:
- ["How I Got My Reading Groove Back"](https://www.erasems.org/how-i-got-my-reading-groove-back/) - "How I Got My Reading Groove Back" Our first guest blog comes from Ricardo V. - we are so excited he shared his story with us. If anyone else is interested in being a guest blogger, please email social@erasems.org. Now onto Ricardo's story: How I got my reading groove back, or how I learned
- [Driving Forces](https://www.erasems.org/driving-forces/) - Driving Forces In July, we introduced you to Van DiBernardo, a former DKNY designer & MS patient. Here is his second guest blog: Driving Forces Some of us are drivers, some are passengers – but in one way we are all the same: we are all responsible for the life that’s been given us.
- ["Heat, Design, & Disease"](https://www.erasems.org/heat-design-disease/) - "Heat, Design, & Disease" Our second guest blog post comes from Van DiBernardo, a former DKNY designer & MS patient. Here is his story: Heat, Design, & Disease As a shoe designer for Donna Karan, I was in perpetual motion: Designing, prototyping, overseeing the production of samples in Brasil, Italy, Spain, France – even
- [Guest Blogging Series & "MS Under a Microscope"](https://www.erasems.org/guest-blogging-series-ms-under-a-microscope/) - Guest Blogging Series & "MS Under a Microscope" We hope you have been enjoying our guest bloggers' personal stories - we certainly have! Keep checking back as we'll have more authentic voices from the MS Community. Some upcoming entries will be from mothers with MS, mothers whose daughters have MS, and a health/life coach
- [Invitation Consultants Supports MS Year Round!](https://www.erasems.org/invitation-consultants-supports-ms-year-round/) - Invitation Consultants Supports MS Year Round! The month of May is Multiple Sclerosis awareness month, but that's not stopping our partners at Invitation Consultants from bringing (much needed) attention to the disease year-round. Last week they all wore orange to show their support! We love this and hope you will be inspired to get
- [Baking for Good is Baking for MS!](https://www.erasems.org/baking-for-good-is-baking-for-ms/) - Baking for Good is Baking for MS! Your sweet tooth can now help fund Multiple Sclerosis research thanks to our partners at Baking for Good! How, you ask? Here's how: Baking for Good is an online bakery with a social mission: each purchase of its delicious, all-natural brownies and cookies includes a 15% donation
- ["I Have MS, Janelle-Type"](https://www.erasems.org/i-have-ms-janelle-type/) - "I Have MS, Janelle-Type" It happened unexpectedly, as most revelations do. I was flipping through the TV channels and landed on a documentary of Charlotte Garside, the world’s smallest girl. Her parents were on a quest to learn what type of primordial dwarfism she had. I breathed a sigh of relief when her parents
- [Give Your Jar of Pennies to Multiple Sclerosis Research](https://www.erasems.org/give-your-jar-of-pennies-to-multiple-sclerosis-research/) - Give Your Jar of Pennies to Multiple Sclerosis Research Do you put your daily loose change in a jar and watch it slowly add up? Or are you more likely to let it jingle around in the bottom of your purse, or even leave it in your jeans? Regardless, you probably didn't know your
- [Diet and Lifestyle to Help You Thrive with MS, Part 5 - Breathing](https://www.erasems.org/diet-and-lifestyle-to-help-you-thrive-with-ms-part-5-breathing/) - Diet and Lifestyle to Help You Thrive with MS, Part 5 - Breathing A few weeks ago, I introduced you to the important role meditation can play in thriving with multiple sclerosis. Admittedly, meditation can be a difficult practice to stay consistent with. For some it's just not their thing. So how else can
- [Diet and Lifestyle to Help You Thrive with MS, Part 4 - Bodywork](https://www.erasems.org/diet-and-lifestyle-to-help-you-thrive-with-ms-part-4-bodywork/) - Diet and Lifestyle to Help You Thrive with MS, Part 4 - Bodywork. In August, we introduced you to Laurie, a health & wellness coach specializing in helping those with chronic illness and fatigue. This week we are so excited to share her fourth installment of her diet and lifestyle series: Here's a silver
- [Diet and Lifestyle to Help You Thrive with MS, Part 3 - Meditation](https://www.erasems.org/diet-and-lifestyle-to-help-you-thrive-with-ms-part-3-meditation/) - Diet and Lifestyle to Help You Thrive with MS, Part 3 - Meditation. A Guest Blog This month we introduced you to Laurie, a health & wellness coach specializing in helping those with chronic illness and fatigue. This week we are so excited to share her third installment of her diet and lifestyle series:
- [Diet and Lifestyle to Help You Thrive with MS, Part 2 - Diet](https://www.erasems.org/diet-and-lifestyle-to-help-you-thrive-with-ms-part-2-diet/) - Diet and Lifestyle to Help You Thrive with MS, Part 2 - Diet. Last week we introduced you to Laurie, a health & wellness coach specializing in helping those with chronic illness and fatigue. This week we are so excited to share her second installment of her diet and lifestyle series: There are several
- [Laurie's Story](https://www.erasems.org/lauries-story/) - Laurie's Story This is our first guest blog of many from Laurie, a health coach with MS. Hear her story here and come back as she'll be sharing lifestyle and health tips for those with chronic illness. Now, onto Laurie's post: As a lawyer, I was used to solving problems. Other people's problems. So
- [Orange Mojitos for Multiple Sclerosis](https://www.erasems.org/orange-mojitos-for-multiple-sclerosis/) - Orange Mojitos for Multiple Sclerosis Mark it on your calendar... We are so excited to share that our friends at Havana Central Restaurant will be helping us ERASE MS with Orange Mojitos September 5th - September 11th! During that week they will be donating 50% of the proceeds from the Orange Mojitos to our
- [New Party Invitations to Erase MS!](https://www.erasems.org/new-party-invitations-to-erase-ms/) - New Party Invitations to Erase MS! We are ready for fall, now that the creative crew over at Invitation Consultants has released their latest seasonal designs! Order any of the party invites below and 100% of the proceeds will benefit the Nancy Davis Foundation! We hope you will help us ERASE MS at your
- [Diet and Lifestyle to Help You Thrive with MS, Part 1 – Why?](https://www.erasems.org/diet-and-lifestyle-to-help-you-thrive-with-ms-part-1-why/) - Diet and Lifestyle to Help You Thrive with MS, Part 1 – Why? Last week we introduced you to Laurie, a health & wellness coach specializing in helping those with chronic illness and fatigue. This week we are so excited to share her first installment of her diet and lifestyle series: Food as medicine.
- [Optimize Your Diet AND Erase Multiple Sclerosis](https://www.erasems.org/optimize-your-diet-and-erase-multiple-sclerosis/) - Optimize Your Diet AND Erase Multiple Sclerosis On Friday we shared with you a post from Laurie, a chronic wellness coach. She touched on "food as medicine," and soon she will thoroughly discuss diet as a way to manage Multiple Sclerosis symptoms. We hope Laurie will inspire you to kick start an improved lifestyle.
- [MS Minute 5 is Out!](https://www.erasems.org/ms-minute-5-is-out/) - MS Minute 5 is Out! We are so excited to share MS Minute 5 - Progressive MS & Viruses as MS Triggers, an interview with Dr. Dennis Bourdette! Dr. Dennis Bourdette serves as the chairman of the Department of Neurology and director of the Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology Center at Oregon Health & Science
- [Man Walks From Massachusetts to California to Raise MS Awareness!](https://www.erasems.org/man-walks-from-massachusetts-to-california-to-raise-ms-awareness/) - Man Walks From Massachusetts to California to Raise MS Awareness! Our readers brought it to our attention that a man is walking from Winchester, Massachusetts to San Diego to raise Multiple Sclerosis awareness! The man, Stephen Homesey, has already made it to Northwest Arkansas, where 40/29 News picked up the story. Click here to
- [Havana Central Fundraiser Starts Today!](https://www.erasems.org/havana-central-fundraiser-starts-today/) - Havana Central Fundraiser Starts Today! (Orange Mojitos to ERASE MS) We are so excited – today is the first day of the Havana Central Restaurant Multiple Sclerosis fundraiser! Our friends at Havana Central Restaurant will be helping us ERASE MS with Orange Mojitos, today, September 5th through September 11th! This week they will be
- [2012 Race to Erase MS Gala Sneak Peek!](https://www.erasems.org/2012-race-to-erase-ms-gala-sneak-peek/) - 2012 Race to Erase MS Gala Sneak Peek! We are excited to share the official theme, Glam Rock to Erase MS, of the 2012 Race to Erase MS Gala. The next Race to Erase MS Gala will take place on May 18, 2012. Take a peek of what is to come and check back
- [Polar Products is Helping Us ERASE MS!](https://www.erasems.org/polar-products-is-helping-us-erase-ms/) - Polar Products is Helping Us ERASE MS! If you have recently taken a look at our store you may have noticed a brand new item - the "Erase MS" Orange Paisley Quick Cool Scarf from our new Orange Campaign partner - Polar Products. They will be donating 20% of the proceeds from the scarf
- [FREE CLASS - Diet and Nutrition for Multiple Sclerosis](https://www.erasems.org/free-class-diet-and-nutrition-for-multiple-sclerosis/) - FREE CLASS - Diet and Nutrition for Multiple Sclerosis Our very own guest blogger, Laurie Erdman, will be teaching a FREE CLASS in which she will discuss how an anti-inflammatory diet can help reverse fatigue and create a thriving life with MS. She will also cover how to best implement an anti-inflammatory diet
- [Jennifer's Story](https://www.erasems.org/jennifers-story/) - Jennifer's Story We first met Jennifer when she won one of our Facebook contests. (She won the shirt she is pictured wearing!) We were so impressed to learn she has Multiple Sclerosis but runs half marathons! We wanted to hear more of her story and share it with you, so here it is: My
- [Sarah's Story](https://www.erasems.org/sarahs-story/) - Sarah's Story We met Sarah through Twitter and were very impressed with her own blog, so we asked her to share her story on our blog: For me the diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis. has been anything but typical from what I understand through conversations with fellow patients and doctors. August of 2010 I had
- [Multiple Sclerosis, A Manly Disease?](https://www.erasems.org/multiple-sclerosis-a-manly-disease/) - Multiple Sclerosis, A Manly Disease? We are happy to have Ricardo, one of our awesome guest bloggers, share his experience with MS through a male's perspective: Multiple sclerosis is an unpredictable neurological disease that affects an estimated 400,000 people in the United States. Of that it is estimated that only 25 percent is male.
- [MS Expressed Through Art](https://www.erasems.org/ms-expressed-through-art/) - MS Expressed Through Art Art inspires people and allows us to share our emotions and experiences in a unique way. Our amazing guest blogger, Janelle Logan, shares with us a power piece of art that embodies her emotions and experiences of her MS diagnosis and journey: I recently commissioned an artist to create an
- [Cross Channel Swim to Erase MS](https://www.erasems.org/cross-channel-swim-to-erase-ms/) - Cross Channel Swim to Erase MS The time is always right to go after a goal you wish to accomplish, whether it be for yourself or even in honor of a beloved one! In the midst of that goal, it is important to recognize we touch people's lives by showing our compassion for a
- [2 Degrees of Separation](https://www.erasems.org/2-degrees-of-separation/) - 2 Degrees of Separation We are excited to feature another post from our guest blogger, designer Van DiBernardo. Former DKNY shoe designer and inspiring MSer, he is in the process of designing a fashionable cooling vest which will help exacerbate MS heat intolerance. Van has an amazing message and story to share: We are
- [Don't Rush the 2nd Act](https://www.erasems.org/dont-rush-the-2nd-act/) - Don't Rush the 2nd Act By Van DiBernardo Words of wisdom and advice from our dear friend and guest blogger, Van DiBernardo. We are so thankful for him to share his positive, inspiring outlook on life and MS: Michael J. Fox was 29 years old when he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. At that
- [August 12, 2009](https://www.erasems.org/august-12-2009/) - August 12, 2009 We were fortunate enough to be connected with this incredible young man, Tristan Williams, through one of our other fabulous guest bloggers. Our friend Tristan was diagnosed with MS at the age of 19, and decided to launch a support group for MSers in his community! Besides founding and running the
- [Diet and Lifestyle to Help You Thrive with MS, Part 8 - It Starts With the Gut](https://www.erasems.org/diet-and-lifestyle-to-help-you-thrive-with-ms-part-8/) - Diet and Lifestyle to Help You Thrive with MS, Part 8 - It Starts With the Gut We are happy to share another installment of Laurie Erdman's diet and lifestyle series: Sometimes I wish science would figure it all out and leave well enough alone. Every time I turn around, we are learning new
- [Diet and Lifestyle to Help You Thrive with MS, Part 7 - What are You Grateful For?](https://www.erasems.org/diet-and-lifestyle-to-help-you-thrive-with-ms-part-7/) - Diet and Lifestyle to Help You Thrive with MS, Part 7 - What are You Grateful For? We are thrilled that our wellness hero, Laurie Erdman, is back to share her seventh installment of her diet and lifestyle series. She provides amazing support and strategies that help people make wellness a part of their
- [The Forcing Function By Gary Pinder](https://www.erasems.org/the-forcing-function-by-gary-pinder/) - The Forcing Function - By Gary Pinder We met the awesome Gary Pinder through Twitter, and we are honored he is sharing his MS story with us. He is truly inspirational and despite having MS, he has been traveling the world with his family. He has hiked the Inca trail to Machu Picchu, and
- [Take Action](https://www.erasems.org/take-action/) - Take Action - Van DiBernardo Here is another incredible post from guest blogger, Van DiBernardo. He always has wonderful stories and inspirational dispositions to share on MS and the journey of life: In the words of Stephen Hawking: "My expectations were reduced to zero when I was 21. Everything since then has been a
- [Diet and Lifestyle to Help You Thrive with MS, Part 10 – Searching for Balance](https://www.erasems.org/diet-and-lifestyle-to-help-you-thrive-with-ms-part-10/) - Diet and Lifestyle to Help You Thrive with MS, Part 10 – Searching for Balance We have another wonderful installment from the health and wellness guru, Laurie Erdman: In my last installment, I wrote about the role of inflammation in multiple sclerosis. I promised to tell you how I determine which foods to eat
- [Diet and Lifestyle to Help You Thrive with MS, Part 11 – How Do I Get All Those Veggies?](https://www.erasems.org/diet-and-lifestyle-to-help-you-thrive-with-ms-part-11/) - Diet and Lifestyle to Help You Thrive with MS, Part 11 – How Do I Get All Those Veggies? Another outstanding installment from health and wellness expert, Laurie Erdman: I have shared with you my discovery of eating an alkaline diet to reduce inflammation and help me thrive with multiple sclerosis. If you have
- [Paramount Farms is helping us Erase MS!](https://www.erasems.org/paramount-farms-is-helping-us-erase-ms/) - Paramount Farms is helping us Erase MS! We are getting super excited for our 19th Annual Race to Erase MS Gala, taking place on May 18th, 2012! Our event includes a live and silent auction, fashion show, live entertainment, cocktail reception, and a gift bag passout. We are so lucky to have the support
- [Sip on some tea with California Tea House and Help Us Erase MS!](https://www.erasems.org/sip-on-some-tea-with-california-tea-house-and-help-us-erase-ms/) - Sip on some tea with California Tea House and Help Us Erase MS! California Tea House is helping us erase MS, and this year they are participating in our annual Race to Erase MS Gala by donating delicious tea to our gift bags! We are so grateful for their support! When Ani and Will
- [An 'EYE' On You Update](https://www.erasems.org/an-eye-on-you-update/) - "An 'EYE' on You Update" We met Sarah awhile ago and she is back to update us on her MS and the journey of life! We are so happy to know she is doing well and she is so inspiring! Here is her update: Just when we think enough is enough...more symptoms, unusual changes
- [Finding Inspiration for MS Awareness](https://www.erasems.org/finding-inspiration-for-ms-awareness/) - Finding Inspiration for MS Awareness We would like to introduce you to the incredible Caroline Kyriakou who inspires us with her dedication to spreading MS awareness and positive attitude! We are grateful to be able to share her amazing story with you: First let me say how thrilled and honored I am to be
- [Sometimes MS makes me feel older than my age](https://www.erasems.org/sometimes-ms-makes-me-feel-older-than-my-age/) - Sometimes MS makes me feel older than my age We are ecstatic to feature another amazing blog post from Caroline Kyriakou who shares great insight about the everyday ups and downs of multiple sclerosis. She is an inspiration and has such a positive outlook on multiple sclerosis and life experiences: Sometimes MS makes me
- [Forget About It, You Forgot!](https://www.erasems.org/remembering/) - Forget About It, You Forgot! We are so delighted to be able to introduce everyone to the lovely Luanne DiBernardo, sister of Van DiBernardo, the designer and creator of the fashionable Coolture cooling vest, who has MS and posts on our blog! Luanne helped Van in his endeavor to start the brand, Coolture, and
- [Coolture Launches Styish Cooling Vest!](https://www.erasems.org/coolture-launches-styish-cooling-vest/) - Coolture Launches Styish Cooling Vest! We couldnt be more excited to share with you the launch of Coolture's Cooling Vest! Heat can exacerbate the effects of multiple sclerosis, and Coolture™ introduces the first cooling solution to help you feel good while looking fabulous! Every fabric used in the Generation One cooling vest plays a
- [Heat and MS Do Not Mix!](https://www.erasems.org/heat-and-ms-do-not-mix/) - Heat and MS Do Not Mix! Our friend and awesome blogger, Caroline Kyriakou, shares her view on this warm, humid weather and how it isnt mixing well with her MS! Heat intolerance is common to those with MS and small increases in body temperature can increase MS symptoms. In MS, the demyelinated nerves are
- [Clay Walker MS Event](https://www.erasems.org/clay-walker-ms-event/) - Clay Walker MS Event Another fantastic blog post from our friend, Caroline, who recently attended an MS event and found it to be very fun and beneficial! Check it out: On August 7, 2012 I went to a TEVA Neuroscience event that featured country star Clay Walker, who has RRMS and a panel of
- [Blogging Readathon for Brain Power](https://www.erasems.org/blogging-readathon-for-brain-power/) - Blogging Readathon for Brain Power We are so ecstatic to feature another blog post from the spectacular, Ricardo Veloz, who shares with us some wonderful ideas about how to conquer "cognitive fog", which is a symptom for many of us who have multiple sclerosis. Read about what he does to stimulate some brain power
- [The Flare I Could Not Ignore](https://www.erasems.org/the-flare-i-could-not-ignore/) - "The Flare I Could Not Ignore" For those of us with Multiple Sclerosis we know that stress may increase our symptoms. No one likes to be stressed out or go through something traumatic, but we never think this kind of situation will lead to a life-changing diagnosis as it did with me at the
- [Battling the Blues: Multiple Sclerosis and Overcoming Depression](https://www.erasems.org/battling-the-blues-multiple-sclerosis-and-overcoming-depression/) - Battling the Blues: Multiple Sclerosis and Overcoming Depression by Eve Pearce Depression is, perhaps, one of the most commonly overlooked conditions for MS patients and their families, yet as many as 50% of all those with MS suffer from this debilitating condition at some point in their lives. It is vital to be clued
- [Potty Mouth](https://www.erasems.org/potty-mouth/) - Potty Mouth Another fabulous blog post from our friend, Caroline, who discusses a book that she read about a woman's struggle with MS, and gives us a little review about the book! The book sounds wonderful, informative, and humorous, we are always looking for a good read! Since my diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis over
- [November 18th](https://www.erasems.org/november-18th/) - November 18th We couldnt be more honored to share the second installment of Tristan Williams blog. One year ago this extraordinary gentleman wrote his first installment featured on here discussing his battle with MS and being diagnosed at the very young age of 19! He has overcome incredibly tough obstacles this past year and he
- [MS Diet Hits The Road](https://www.erasems.org/ms-diet-hits-the-road/) - MS Diet Hits The Road Here is an outstanding blog post by Laurie Erdman, our health superhero, who gives us great tips and advice on holistic living, renergizing the mind and body, eliminating fatigue, and all around wellness! Healthy, energized travel. Is it really possible? Or is it a fiction of some holier-than-thou health
- [My Florida Vacation](https://www.erasems.org/my-florida-vacation/) - My Florida Vacation Last month I went on vacation and enjoyed a week away. I had a great time! I went with my friend Barbara to Florida and we spent most of the week in Vero Beach and 2 days in Orlando. I was a little concerned if MS would rear it's ugly head
- [Fighting Against MS Together](https://www.erasems.org/fighting-against-ms-together/) - Fighting Against MS Together Caretakers and caregivers play a major role in maximizing the health and quality of life of more than 30 million individuals with acute and chronic illness. They are such wonderful people providing assistance with daily activities, helping manage patient care, or just being an awesome motivator and support system. Caroline Kyriakou
- [Walking All Over MS](https://www.erasems.org/walking-all-over-ms/) - Walking All Over MS What are you doing to spread MS awareness this month? Our friend Caroline is participating in a Walk MS and they are such wonderful events that help raise MS awareness and vital funds to help find a cure for MS. Here is her story: On April 7th I will be
- [Living With Optimism, Creativity, and MS](https://www.erasems.org/living-with-optimism-creativity-and-ms/) - Living With Optimism, Creativity, and MS My story is one of hope, possibilities, and a creative spirit that guides me in virtually every aspect of my life, from well-being to wardrobe to wonders in between. I believe if I can dream it, I can do it. I have been a singer for as long
- [Bombings in Beantown](https://www.erasems.org/bombings-in-beantown/) - Bombings in Beantown Just a little over two months ago was the Boston Marathon Bombing, where a traditionally festive and joyful event turned to horror and alarm. Our hearts are still with Boston as we all unite to help those affected by this event. Our friend Caroline and a few others experienced this bombings
- [Dreams: My Journey with MS - Book by Kristie Salerno Kent](https://www.erasems.org/dreams-my-journey-with-ms-book-by-kristie-salerno-kent/) - Dreams: My Journey with MS - Book by Kristie Salerno Kent Kristie Salerno Kent, a multiple sclerosis patient advocate, singer and songwriter, award-winning filmmaker and mother of two has just released her first book, "Dreams: My Journey with Multiple Sclerosis." A free download is available at www.DreamsTheEbook.com. Kristie is a paid spokesperson for Acorda
- [When I Walk](https://www.erasems.org/when-i-walk/) - When I Walk - A Guest Blog After being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, Jason DaSilva turned to his passion for film making to document his journey. Here is his story: In 2006, I was on a family vacation at the beach when suddenly I fell down and couldn’t get back up. It felt
- [I Got This!](https://www.erasems.org/i-got-this/) - I Got This! by Roni Jenkins I like to run...in mud...and under barbed wire. Basically, I love to run obstacle course races (OCR's). I've done a few Spartan Races this year and was hopping to participate in my first Tough Mudder this summer in Vermont. It gives me such an amazing sense of pride
- [MS: The Alternative Route](https://www.erasems.org/ms-the-alternative-route/) - MS: The Alternative Route by Eve Morgan "What we see is that patients do not usually use alternative treatments for treating symptoms, but as a preventative and strengthening element." This was the statement from Lasse Skovgaard of the Danish Multiple Sclerosis Society following a Nordic survey conducted by researchers from the University of Copenhagen.
- [Fashion Plates](https://www.erasems.org/fashion-plates/) - Fashion Plates by Caroline Kyriakou Fashion Plates is a fundraiser for the Greater New England National MS Society, which was held November 8th at the Sheraton Boston. I was fortunate to be invited to this wonderful event by the National MS Society. All of the women at my table were invited for their participation
- [New Year Changes for Race to Erase MS!](https://www.erasems.org/new-year-changes-for-race-to-erase-ms/) - New Year Changes for Race to Erase MS! With a new year came new changes, including a website redesign, relocation of our offices, and a redesign of our online shop. Little by little things are coming together. Luckily, we’ve had great companies to assist us with our transitions. Big Tuna Interactive helped us
- [Winter Blues](https://www.erasems.org/winter-blues/) - Winter Blues by Caroline Kyriakou It's definitely the middle of winter here in Boston. The weather has been extremely cold (sad to say the mid-west has had it even worse) and we have had a few snow storms. Really, there is a few more months of winter left, and I am not looking forward
- [The Man Behind Made Strong](https://www.erasems.org/the-man-behind-made-strong/) - The Man Behind Made Strong We've had a tremendous reaction to the Made Strong shirts and sweatshirts. Read on to learn more about the man behind the brand. Nico Apparel was born out of a desire to inspire people who are affected by life's biggest obstacles. My background is in copywriting so I figured
- [MS Warrior: Lori Grande](https://www.erasems.org/ms-warrior-lori-grande/) - MS Warrior: Lori Grande by Caroline Kyriakou Lori Grande hosted the Fashion Plates event I attended in November 2013. She is a strong and funny woman and I wanted to learn more about her. Lori Grande is the co-host of the Boston morning show "JW and Lori in the Morning" on Country 102.5FM. I
- [CJ Free to Erase MS](https://www.erasems.org/cj-free-to-erase-ms/) - CJ Free to Erase MS After Holly Freeman and Jamie-Lynn Sigler’s, the designers and owners of CJ Free Jewelry, good childhood friend was diagnosed with breast cancer, Holly was inspired to create a meaningful piece of jewelry. The love and support of close friends inspired Holly to create a bracelet with seven beads,
- [Bean's Spring Update](https://www.erasems.org/beans-spring-update/) - Bean's Spring Update by Caroline Kyriakou It's been a while since I've made a post. I haven't been feeling the best as I have been getting a lot of headaches and fatigue. While working a full time job, these aren't the easiest symptoms to deal with. I have a hard time falling asleep and
- [41 is a Prime Number](https://www.erasems.org/41-is-a-prime-number/) - 41 is a Prime Number By Elys Bank It has been one year since my life was turned upside down. It was April, 2013 that it all started. I noticed this strange, persistent light flashing in the corner of my right eye. Of course, like anyone would, I Googled that symptom and spent a
- [Toddlers and Fatigue Don't Always Play Nice Together](https://www.erasems.org/toddlers-and-fatigue-dont-always-play-nice-together/) - Toddlers and Fatigue Don't Always Play Nice Together By Christine Brovelli O'Brien When I was diagnosed with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis in April 2012, my daughter, was not yet two years old. During the time of my flare-up that spring (see my recent blog post for more details about that crazy time), when I also
- [Trusting Your Instincts](https://www.erasems.org/trusting-your-instincts/) - Trusting Your Instincts By Christine Brovelli O'Brien "You have three white matter lesions." That was how, back in April 2013, I received my initial diagnosis of relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis. My neuro-ophthalmologist, who was kind enough to call me on a Saturday morning, spent a few minutes explaining to me what white matter lesions are
- [When Other Parents Think You're Lazy](https://www.erasems.org/when-other-parents-think-youre-lazy/) - When Other Parents Think You're Lazy By Christine Brovelli O'Brien Do you ever just want to scream out to the world, "I have MS! Give me a break! I may look fine, but guess what – I'm not!" Multiple sclerosis is referred to as an "invisible disease" with good reason: Many MSers appear "normal"
- [Bike MS: Interview with Caroline Blackledge](https://www.erasems.org/bike-ms-interview-with-caroline-blackledge/) - Bike MS: Interview with Caroline Blackledge by Caroline Kyriakou Question: How was getting to Bike MS and your first day? Answer: On Friday afternoon, my Bike MS teammate Deb and I left the Portland, Oregon area a little earlier than we had last year. I wanted to arrive in Monmouth in the early evening so
- [When the Healer Becomes the patient](https://www.erasems.org/when-the-healer-becomes-the-patient/) - When the Healer Becomes the Patient by Meagan Freeman I was diagnosed with MS in 2009, right in the middle of my Bachelors degree program in Nursing. I had been an emergency department RN for 10 years prior, and was hoping to pursue my Nurse Practitioner Masters degree. My diagnosis was a shocking blow. In
- [Abby's Mitzvah Project](https://www.erasems.org/abbys-mitzvah-project/) - Abby's Mitzvah Project by Abigail Katz My name is Abigail Katz and I am 12 years old and in the 7th grade. I live in New Jersey with my mother Stacey, my father Adam and my older sister Jordyn. We are a very close family. When I was 4 years old my father was diagnosed
- [Finding Joy in a Life with MS](https://www.erasems.org/finding-joy-in-a-life-with-ms/) - Finding Joy in a Life with MS by Christine Brovelli O'Brien As I sit here writing this, I am pulling myself out of the funk I've been in for a few weeks. My husband pointed out that I fell into this funk soon after I went to see my neurologist for my six-month check-up.
- [The History of MS: We've Come a Long Way](https://www.erasems.org/the-history-of-ms-weve-come-a-long-way/) - The History of MS: We've Come a Long Way by Meagan Freeman What is your New Year's resolution? Mine is to reach out and try to help as many MS patients as possible. When we think about New Year's Day, certain images come to mind: Renewal, refreshment, starting again, a clean slate. This is our
- [Silent Warriors](https://www.erasems.org/silent-warriors/) - Silent Warriors by Kristina Marie Dizard I park my Hyundai in the closest handicap spot I can find at the drug store. It's got a few dents in it, just like my body does. As I get out I see a young couple walking along the sidewalk staring at me; waiting to see the
- [Wrapped Up In Love](https://www.erasems.org/wrapped-up-in-love/) - Wrapped Up in Love by Kristina Marie Dizard Oh February, how you love to taunt me. So many of us (eh hem…) single individuals are forced to listen to unrelenting ads for jewelry, chocolate and other gift suggestions for “the one you love”. The thought that always whispers ever so gently to me during
- [So I Found Some Joy](https://www.erasems.org/so-i-found-some-joy/) - So I Found Some Joy by Christine Brovelli O'Brien This past December, I wrote a blog post about finding joy in a life with MS. I challenged myself and others with MS to find happiness in the little things in life. Now spring is (sort of) in the air, and although where I live
- [Fingerprints of Love](https://www.erasems.org/fingerprints-of-love/) - Fingerprints of Love by Kristina Marie Dizard This last week I felt like I had been hit by a Semi-Truck, and then ran over by it again & again as I lay lifeless on the cold cement. Physically I was not injured, but the stress and turmoil I ensued hit me like a ton
- [Orange You Happy to Erase MS?](https://www.erasems.org/orange-you-happy-to-erase-ms/) - Orange You Happy to Erase MS? by Kristina Marie Dizard May is a month for great MS Awareness, and all I can seem to manage to say when asked about how I am doing is, "It could be worse." This has become my mantra. Friends are sending me pictures of grocery store donations made
- [9 Years with MS](https://www.erasems.org/9-years-with-ms/) - 9 Years with MS by Caroline Kyriakou It's been quite a while since my last blog post. As someone with MS, you have good days and bad days. Lately I have been struggling with insomnia and fatigue. I am sure most of you can relate with that. At this time I am still working
- [M.S. Mighty Strong](https://www.erasems.org/ms-mighty-strong/) - M.S. Mighty Strong by Kristina Marie Dizard Newsflash! M.S. actually stands for Mighty Strong. I've made an executive decision to change the meaning of this acronym to what it really stands for. After-all, who decided what it meant in the first place? M.S. Mighty Strong indeed. We might not realize we are growing stronger
- [Wonder](https://www.erasems.org/wonder/) - Wonder by Kristina Marie Dizard I sat on my gigantic pillow-top bed (you know, the ones that make the clouds envious) and as I rifled through my old goal jar from January I found myself holding onto one specific goal. Do more things that feed my soul. I stared at this crinkled up old
- [Thankful for Boundaries](https://www.erasems.org/thankful-for-boundaries/) - Thankful for Boundaries by Kristina Marie Dizard The holiday season is upon us, friends! Crisp fall air and crackling fire join together in perfect harmony. Warm coffee and crimson falling leaves awaken our senses. This season of pass-the-stuffing and thanksgiving cheer brings with it more than a mouthwatering dinner. Those of us required to
- [Audio Version of a One-Woman Musical Shines a Light On MS, Loss & Inspiration](https://www.erasems.org/singing-my-way-back-bobbi-vandervort/) - Audio Version of a One-Woman Musical Shines a Light On MS, Loss & Inspiration by Race to Erase MS In Singing My Way Back, Bobbi Vandervort weaves together narrative and 22 original songs to tell her compelling story of life before and after her diagnosis of MS. In the moving one-woman musical, professional singer-songwriter
- [2013 MS Research Update - Dimitrios Davalos, Ph.D](https://www.erasems.org/2013-ms-research-update-dimitrios-davalos-ph-d/) - Meet one of our Young Investigators – Dimitrios Davalos, Ph.D – Gladstone Institutes – UCSF, discussing his MS research study
- [LA Confidential December 2013](https://www.erasems.org/la-confidential-december-2013/) - LA Confidential December 2013
- [Bizbash Magazine January/February 2009](https://www.erasems.org/bizbash-magazine-january-february-2009/)
- [Marie Claire Magazine May 2009](https://www.erasems.org/marie-claire-magazine-may-2009/)
- [Angeleno Magazine May 2009](https://www.erasems.org/angeleno-magazine-may-2009/)
- [Antelope Valley Press May 4, 2009](https://www.erasems.org/antelope-valley-press-may-4-2009/)
- [Life and Style May 4, 2009](https://www.erasems.org/life-and-style-may-4-2009/)
- [Daily News May 9, 2009](https://www.erasems.org/daily-news-may-9-2009-2/)
- [Hollywood Reporter May 12, 2009](https://www.erasems.org/hollywood-reporter-may-12-2009/)
- [Daily Variety, Tuesday May 12, 2009](https://www.erasems.org/daily-variety-tuesday-may-12-2009/)
- [WWD WEDNESDAY - May 13, 2009](https://www.erasems.org/wwd-wednesday-may-13-2009/)
- [Beverly Hills Courier May 15, 2009](https://www.erasems.org/beverly-hills-courier-may-15-2009/)
- [Daily News May 9, 2009](https://www.erasems.org/daily-news-may-9-2009/)
- [OK! Magazine May 25, 2009](https://www.erasems.org/ok-magazine-may-25-2009/)
- [Web MD Magazine June 2009](https://www.erasems.org/web-md-magazine-june-2009/)
- [Beverly Hills 213 Volume 27 No. 8](https://www.erasems.org/beverly-hills-213-volume-27-no-8/)
- [In Touch Weekly June 1, 2009](https://www.erasems.org/in-touch-weekly-june-1-2009/)
- [Life and Style June 1, 2009](https://www.erasems.org/life-and-style-june-1-2009/)
- [Philanthropy World Volume 13 Issue 2](https://www.erasems.org/philanthropy-world-volume-13-issue-2/)
- [Ok! Magazine June 1, 2009](https://www.erasems.org/ok-magazine-june-1-2009/)
- [Pregnancy and Newborn Magazine June 2009](https://www.erasems.org/pregnancy-and-newborn-magazine-june-2009/)
- [Genlux Magazine Spring Fashion 2009](https://www.erasems.org/genlux-magazine-spring-fashion-2009/)
- [LA Confidential May/June 2009](https://www.erasems.org/la-confidential-may-june-2009/)
- [Spaces Magazine July August 2009](https://www.erasems.org/spaces-magazine-july-august-2009/)
- [LA Confidential September 2009](https://www.erasems.org/la-confidential-september-2009/)
- [Caviar Affair Magazine March 2010](https://www.erasems.org/caviar-affair-magazine-march-2010/)
- [Antelope Valley Press April 12, 2010](https://www.erasems.org/antelope-valley-press-april-12-2010/)
- [LA Confidential April/May 2010](https://www.erasems.org/la-confidential-april-may-2010/)
- [Beverly Hills Courier April 30, 2010](https://www.erasems.org/beverly-hills-courier-april-30-2010/)
- [Pregnancy and Newborn Magazine May 2010](https://www.erasems.org/pregnancy-and-newborn-magazine-may-2010/)
- [Antelope Valley Press May 3, 2010](https://www.erasems.org/antelope-valley-press-may-3-2010/)
- [New York Post May 9, 2010](https://www.erasems.org/new-york-post-may-9-2010/)
- [US Weekly - May 10, 2010](https://www.erasems.org/us-weekly-may-10-2010/)
- [Daily Variety May 11, 2010](https://www.erasems.org/daily-variety-may-11-2010/)
- [The Hollywood Reporter - May 12, 2010](https://www.erasems.org/the-hollywood-reporter-may-12-2010/)
- [Beverly Hills Courier May 14, 2010](https://www.erasems.org/beverly-hills-courier-may-14-2010/)
- [Los Angeles Times May 16, 2010](https://www.erasems.org/los-angeles-times-may-16-2010/)
- [Life and Style Magazine May 17, 2010](https://www.erasems.org/life-and-style-magazine-may-17-2010/)
- [OK Magazine May 17th 2010](https://www.erasems.org/ok-magazine-may-17th-2010/)
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- [LA Confidential Magazine March 2011](https://www.erasems.org/la-confidential-magazine-march-2011/)
- [Web MD Magazine - April 2011](https://www.erasems.org/web-md-magazine-april-2011/)
- [LA Confidential Magazine April/May 2011](https://www.erasems.org/la-confidential-magazine-april-may-2011/)
- [Daily News April 28, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/daily-news-april-28-2011/)
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- [LA Confidential Magazine September 2011](https://www.erasems.org/la-confidential-magazine-september-2011/)
- [Genlux Magazine Summer 2011](https://www.erasems.org/genlux-magazine-summer-2011/)
- [WebMD March/April 2012](https://www.erasems.org/webmd-march-april-2012/)
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- [LA Confidential Magazine - September 2012](https://www.erasems.org/la-confidential-magazine-september-2012/)
- [People Magazine May 2013](https://www.erasems.org/people-magazine-may-2013/)
- [The Hollywood Reporter May 5, 2013](https://www.erasems.org/the-hollywood-reporter-may-5-2013/)
- [Valley Life December 2013](https://www.erasems.org/valley-life-december-2013/)
- [MyFoxPhilly.com April 27, 2009](https://www.erasems.org/myfoxphilly-com-april-27-2009/) - MyFoxPhilly.com April 27, 2009
- [The Doctors May 2009](https://www.erasems.org/the-doctors-may-2009/) - The Doctors May 2009
- [OrangeCountyRegister.com May 6, 2009](https://www.erasems.org/orangecountyregister-com-may-6-2009/) - OrangeCountyRegister.com May 6, 2009
- [LAMag.com May 12, 2009](https://www.erasems.org/lamag-com-may-12-2009/) - LAMag.com May 12, 2009
- [Hollyscoop.com May 13, 2009](https://www.erasems.org/hollyscoop-com-may-13-2009/) - Hollyscoop.com May 13, 2009
- [OKMagazine.com - May 18, 2012](https://www.erasems.org/okmagazine-com-may-18-2012/) - OKMagazine.com - May 18, 2012
- [MoeJackson.com - May 21, 2012](https://www.erasems.org/moejackson-com-may-21-2012/) - MoeJackson.com - May 21, 2012
- [CelebrityGossip.net May 5, 2013 - Celebrities Wow at the MS Gala](https://www.erasems.org/celebritygossip-net-may-5-2013-celebrities-wow-at-the-ms-gala/) - CelebrityGossip.net May 5, 2013 - Celebrities Wow at the MS Gala
- [Billboard.com - May 4, 2015](https://www.erasems.org/billboard-com-may-4-2015/) - Billboard.com - May 4, 2015
- [Pret-a-Reporter - April 23, 2015](https://www.erasems.org/pret-a-reporter-april-23-2015/) - Pret-a-Reporter - April 23, 2015
- [WWD.com - April 30, 2015](https://www.erasems.org/wwd-com-april-30-2015/) - WWD.com - April 30, 2015
- [LAMag.com - April 27, 2015](https://www.erasems.org/lamag-com-april-27-2015/) - LAMag.com - April 27, 2015
- [Glamour.com - April 27, 2015](https://www.erasems.org/glamour-com-april-27-2015/) - Glamour.com - April 27, 2015
- [LATimes.com - April 26, 2015](https://www.erasems.org/latimes-com-april-26-2015/) - LATimes.com - April 26, 2015
- [LAParent.com - May 18, 2015](https://www.erasems.org/laparent-com-may-18-2015/) - LAParent.com - May 18, 2015
- [HauteLiving.com - April 27, 2015](https://www.erasems.org/hauteliving-com-april-27-2015/) - HauteLiving.com - April 27, 2015
- [PeopleStyleWatch.com - May 6, 2014](https://www.erasems.org/peoplestylewatch-com-may-6-2014/) - PeopleStyleWatch.com - May 6, 2014
- [Grammy.com - May 5, 2014](https://www.erasems.org/grammy-com-may-5-2014/) - Grammy.com - May 5, 2014
- [Glamour.com - May 5, 2014](https://www.erasems.org/glamour-com-may-5-2014/) - Glamour.com - May 5, 2014
- [HauteLiving.com - May 5, 2014](https://www.erasems.org/hauteliving-com-may-5-2014/) - HauteLiving.com - May 5, 2014
- [BizBash - July 21, 2014](https://www.erasems.org/bizbash-july-21-2014/) - BizBash - July 21, 2014
- [CSocialFront.com - May 8, 2014](https://www.erasems.org/csocialfront-com-may-8-2014/) - CSocialFront.com - May 8, 2014
- [LAMag.com - May 5, 2014](https://www.erasems.org/lamag-com-may-5-2014/) - LAMag.com - May 5, 2014
- [HollywoodReporter.com - May 3, 2014](https://www.erasems.org/hollywoodreporter-com-may-3-2014/) - HollywoodReporter.com - May 3, 2014
- [MyFoxLA.com January 20, 2014](https://www.erasems.org/myfoxla-com-january-20-2014/) - MyFoxLA.com January 20, 2014
- [BizBash.com October 1, 2013](https://www.erasems.org/bizbash-com-october-1-2013/) - BizBash.com October 1, 2013
- [SocietyNewsLA.com May 5, 2013](https://www.erasems.org/societynewsla-com-may-5-2013/) - SocietyNewsLA.com May 5, 2013
- [LAConfidential.com May 6, 2013](https://www.erasems.org/laconfidential-com-may-6-2013/) - LAConfidential.com May 6, 2013
- [Glamour.com - What It's Like to Attend a Private Elton John Concert. Come Watch! - May 6, 2013](https://www.erasems.org/glamour-com-what-its-like-to-attend-a-private-elton-john-concert-come-watch-may-6-2013/) - Glamour.com - What It's Like to Attend a Private Elton John Concert. Come Watch! - May 6, 2013
- [MSN Celebrity May 5, 2013 - Celebs Support Race to Erase MS Gala](https://www.erasems.org/msn-celebrity-may-5-2013-celebs-support-race-to-erase-ms-gala/) - MSN Celebrity May 5, 2013 - Celebs Support Race to Erase MS Gala
- [Examiner.com April 30, 2013 - Elton John and Taio Cruz Ready to Rock Hollywood](https://www.erasems.org/examiner-com-april-30-2013-elton-john-and-taio-cruz-ready-to-rock-hollywood/) - Examiner.com April 30, 2013 - Elton John and Taio Cruz Ready to Rock Hollywood
- [UrbanMecca.net - May 21, 2012](https://www.erasems.org/urbanmecca-net-may-21-2012/) - UrbanMecca.net - May 21, 2012
- [CaregivingClub.com - May 21, 2012](https://www.erasems.org/caregivingclub-com-may-21-2012/) - CaregivingClub.com - May 21, 2012
- [GuestOfAGuest.com - "Last Night's Parties" - May 21, 2012](https://www.erasems.org/guestofaguest-com-last-nights-parties-may-21-2012/) - GuestOfAGuest.com - "Last Night's Parties" - May 21, 2012
- [Look to the Stars - May 21, 2012](https://www.erasems.org/look-to-the-stars-may-21-2012/) - Look to the Stars - May 21, 2012
- [BizBash.com - May 22, 2012](https://www.erasems.org/bizbash-com-may-22-2012/) - BizBash.com - May 22, 2012
- [Kendallandkylie.CelebBuzz.com - May 24, 2012](https://www.erasems.org/kendallandkylie-celebbuzz-com-may-24-2012/) - Kendallandkylie.CelebBuzz.com - May 24, 2012
- [FoxNews.com - May 22, 2012](https://www.erasems.org/foxnews-com-may-22-2012/) - FoxNews.com - May 22, 2012
- [HauteLiving.com May 22, 2012](https://www.erasems.org/hauteliving-com-may-22-2012/) - HauteLiving.com May 22, 2012
- [JustJared.com - May 20, 2012](https://www.erasems.org/justjared-com-may-20-2012/) - JustJared.com - May 20, 2012
- [Celebrity-Gossip.net - May 19, 2012](https://www.erasems.org/celebrity-gossip-net-may-19-2012/) - Celebrity-Gossip.net - May 19, 2012
- [SocietyNewsLA.com - May 19, 2012](https://www.erasems.org/societynewsla-com-may-19-2012/) - SocietyNewsLA.com - May 19, 2012
- [CharlieSheen.com - May 18, 2012](https://www.erasems.org/charliesheen-com-may-18-2012/) - CharlieSheen.com - May 18, 2012
- [MomTrends.com - "Orange You Happy to Erase MS Campaign" - May 5, 2012](https://www.erasems.org/momtrends-com-orange-you-happy-to-erase-ms-campaign-may-5-2012/) - MomTrends.com - "Orange You Happy to Erase MS Campaign" - May 5, 2012
- [LifetimeMoms.com - Orange You Happy to Erase MS Campaign - May 5, 2012](https://www.erasems.org/lifetimemoms-com-orange-you-happy-to-erase-ms-campaign-may-5-2012/) - LifetimeMoms.com - Orange You Happy to Erase MS Campaign - May 5, 2012
- [LooktotheStars.org April 24, 2012](https://www.erasems.org/looktothestars-org-april-24-2012/) - LooktotheStars.org April 24, 2012
- [Examiner.com April 23, 2012](https://www.erasems.org/examiner-com-april-23-2012/) - Examiner.com April 23, 2012
- [BabyGizmo.com April 22, 2012](https://www.erasems.org/babygizmo-com-april-22-2012/) - BabyGizmo.com April 22, 2012
- [HauteLiving.com April 23, 2012](https://www.erasems.org/hauteliving-com-april-23-2012/) - HauteLiving.com April 23, 2012
- [PynkCelebrity.com - April 8, 2012](https://www.erasems.org/pynkcelebrity-com-april-8-2012/) - PynkCelebrity.com - April 8, 2012
- [PeopleStyleWatch.com - March 19, 2012](https://www.erasems.org/peoplestylewatch-com-march-19-2012/) - PeopleStyleWatch.com - March 19, 2012
- [Fresh1027.radio.com December 11, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/fresh1027-radio-com-december-11-2011/) - Fresh1027.radio.com December 11, 2011
- [PMC-Mag.com December 2011](https://www.erasems.org/pmc-mag-com-december-2011/) - PMC-Mag.com December 2011
- [SunSentinel.com - November 2011](https://www.erasems.org/sunsentinel-com-november-2011/) - SunSentinel.com - November 2011
- [OKMagazine.com May 18, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/okmagazine-com-may-18-2011/) - OKMagazine.com May 18, 2011
- [EssenceMagazine.com May 17, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/essencemagazine-com-may-17-2011/) - EssenceMagazine.com May 17, 2011
- [EntertainmentTonight.com May 12, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/entertainmenttonight-com-may-12-2011/) - EntertainmentTonight.com May 12, 2011
- [LATimes.com May 6, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/latimes-com-may-6-2011/) - LATimes.com May 6, 2011
- [EntertainmentTonight.com May 3, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/entertainmenttonight-com-may-3-2011/) - EntertainmentTonight.com May 3, 2011
- [InStyle.com May 3, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/instyle-com-may-3-2011/) - InStyle.com May 3, 2011
- [LATimes.com May 2, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/latimes-com-may-2-2011/) - LATimes.com May 2, 2011
- [Variety.com May 2, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/variety-com-may-2-2011/) - Variety.com May 2, 2011
- [USAToday.com May 2, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/usatoday-com-may-2-2011/) - USAToday.com May 2, 2011
- [Examiner.com May 2, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/examiner-com-may-2-2011/) - Examiner.com May 2, 2011
- [BizBash.com May 2, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/bizbash-com-may-2-2011/) - BizBash.com May 2, 2011
- [TheWrap.com May 1, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/thewrap-com-may-1-2011/) - TheWrap.com May 1, 2011
- [DailyFill.com May 1, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/dailyfill-com-may-1-2011/) - DailyFill.com May 1, 2011
- [Cocoperez.com May 1, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/cocoperez-com-may-1-2011/) - Cocoperez.com May 1, 2011
- [JustJaredJR.com May 1, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/justjaredjr-com-may-1-2011/) - JustJaredJR.com May 1, 2011
- [Celebuzz.com May 1, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/celebuzz-com-may-1-2011/) - Celebuzz.com May 1, 2011
- [Examiner.com May 1, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/examiner-com-may-1-2011/) - Examiner.com May 1, 2011
- [OKMagazine.com April 30, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/okmagazine-com-april-30-2011/) - OKMagazine.com April 30, 2011
- [CharityBuzz.com April 29, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/charitybuzz-com-april-29-2011/) - CharityBuzz.com April 29, 2011
- [NewYorkTimes.com April 28, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/newyorktimes-com-april-28-2011/) - NewYorkTimes.com April 28, 2011
- [About.com April 27, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/about-com-april-27-2011/) - About.com April 27, 2011
- [Seventeen.com April 26, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/seventeen-com-april-26-2011/) - Seventeen.com April 26, 2011
- [CBSLA.com April 26, 2011](https://www.erasems.org/cbsla-com-april-26-2011/) - CBSLA.com April 26, 2011
- [Look to the Stars - May 11, 2010](https://www.erasems.org/look-to-the-stars-may-11-2010/) - Look to the Stars - May 11, 2010
- [Bizbash Online May 11, 2010](https://www.erasems.org/bizbash-online-may-11-2010/) - Bizbash Online May 11, 2010
- [In Touch Weekly On-line](https://www.erasems.org/in-touch-weekly-on-line/) - In Touch Weekly On-line
- [Huffington Post Online - May 10, 2010](https://www.erasems.org/huffington-post-online-may-10-2010/) - Huffington Post Online - May 10, 2010
- [RadarOnline Gift Bag Giveaway](https://www.erasems.org/radaronline-gift-bag-giveaway/) - RadarOnline Gift Bag Giveaway
- [Haute Living Online - May 4, 2010](https://www.erasems.org/haute-living-online-may-4-2010/) - Haute Living Online - May 4, 2010
- [LA Times Online - The Envelope - May 3, 2010](https://www.erasems.org/la-times-online-the-envelope-may-3-2010/) - LA Times Online - The Envelope - May 3, 2010
- [Avril Lavigne Website May 2010](https://www.erasems.org/avril-lavigne-website-may-2010/) - Avril Lavigne Website May 2010
- [Colie's Cure - The Salem News](https://www.erasems.org/colies-cure-the-salem-news/) - Colie's Cure - The Salem News

## Pages

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## Events

- [Race to Erase MS 2027 Gala](https://www.erasems.org/events/7593/) - 34th Annual Race to Erase MS Gala Friday, June 11, 2027 • 6 pm Fairmont Century Plaza 2025 Avenue of the Stars, Los Angeles, CA 90067 Silent Auction | Dinner | Fashion Show | Live Performance Reserve Tickets 2027 Auction Donor Form Download PDF 2027 Gala Sponsorship Form Download PDF Check out our 2026 Digital
- [Race to Erase MS 2026 Gala](https://www.erasems.org/events/2026-gala/) - 33rd Annual Race to Erase MS Gala Friday, June 5, 2026 • 6 pm Fairmont Century Plaza 2025 Avenue of the Stars, Los Angeles, CA 90067 Silent Auction | Dinner | Fashion Show | Live Performance Reserve Tickets 2026 Auction Donor Form Download PDF 2026 Gala Sponsorship Form Download PDF Check out our 2025 Digital
- [Race to Erase MS 2025 Gala](https://www.erasems.org/events/2025-gala/) - 32nd Annual Race to Erase MS Gala, Friday, May 16, 2025 at 6pm. Fairmont Century Plaza, 2025 Avenue of the Stars, Los Angeles, CA.
- [30th Anniversary Race to Erase MS Gala](https://www.erasems.org/events/2023-gala/) - Please join us for the 30th Anniversary of our Race to Erase MS Friday, June 2, 2023 6:00 pm Fairmont Century Plaza 2025 Avenue of the Stars, Los Angeles, CA 90067 Featuring a Fashion Show Showcasing Cinq à Sept Live Performance by Flo Rida Siedah Garrett Musical Director Greg Phillinganes Cocktail
- [Love to Erase MS 2022 Gala](https://www.erasems.org/events/2022-gala/) - 29th Annual Race to Erase MS Gala Join us for our 2022 gala! We are thrilled to be back at the Fairmont Century Plaza. Get ready to dance the night away with Nile Rodgers & Chic. Plus a Tommy Hilfiger Adaptive Fashion show. We look forward to celebrating with you! Check out our Post Event
- [2021 Gala](https://www.erasems.org/events/2021-gala/) - 28th Annual Event, Drive-In to Erase MS Join us for our re-imagined gala for 2021, Drive-In to Erase MS, and enjoy a night out for a good cause at the iconic Rose Bowl during this time of social distancing. Safety is our utmost priority and our evening will strictly follow all health and safety standards
- [The Virtual Race](https://www.erasems.org/events/the-virtual-race/) - Raise funds for MS research online and Virtually Race with us to Erase MS! The Virtual Race is a special, one-of-a-kind event, and serves as a complement to our annual Race to Erase MS Gala! It allows people from all over the world to join us and support our Race to Erase gala and Center
- [MS Forum and Expo](https://www.erasems.org/events/ms-forum-and-expo/) - Join our MS Forum webinar for the unique opportunity to speak to our Center Without Walls doctors and learn about cutting-edge research and current information related to Covid-19. Make sure to check out our virtual Expo that will be available June 5th and through the entire month of June.
- [Gala 2020](https://www.erasems.org/events/gala-2020/) - here is a description for the event gala gala gala test
- [Fall MS Forum and Expo](https://www.erasems.org/events/fall-ms-forum-and-expo/) - Join us at The Beverly Hilton for our 2017 MS Forum and Expo! This event will feature a forum with the Center Without Walls doctors as well as a health and wellness expo with amazing vendors. Opens at 1 pm, and it is free and open to the public. Click here to learn more.
- [Orange You Happy to Erase MS Campaign](https://www.erasems.org/events/may-ms-awareness-campaign/) - Orange You Happy to Erase MS Campaign The Month of May Please join us for our Annual Month of May Campaign to raise awareness and funding for Multiple Sclerosis! May is the official month of multiple sclerosis awareness. To honor this, we form partnerships with many organizations and are able to generate funds
- [Join the Virtual Race](https://www.erasems.org/events/join-the-virtual-race/) - Raise funds for MS research and race with us to erase MS! The Virtual Race is the a special one-of-a-kind! It is a complement to the annual Race to Erase MS Gala. It allows people all over the world to join us and support our Race to Erase MS Gala and raise funds for

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