Today I read this article: https://www.everydayhealth.com/multiple-sclerosis/emerging-facts-prevalence/
There appears to be more articles about who is being diagnosed with MS in the United States. Canadian medical websites also note increases in the number of MS patients. Michael Hittle, a PhD student in epidemiology and clinical research at Stanford University in Palo Alto, California, writes:
“Although the incidence of MS has not changed significantly over the years, the life span of humans has, which increases the prevalence of disease.
“People are living longer, including people with MS, and there are now effective treatments that slow or halt the course of MS. This results in a higher count of people who currently have the disease,” says Hittle.”
I was diagnosed when I was 66 with late onset MS. I was so surprised because I did not fit into the typical disease age brackets. However, until then, I had few health issues. My onset was sudden and fairly serious.
I am no longer sad that I have this incurable disease; rather, I have continued to read and learn about it. As an MS Activist, I encourage and support legislation and education for those working on pharmaceuticals and insurance coverage. This is an expensive and long-term condition that will have ever-changing needs.
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