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Multiple sclerosis is a life altering disease that affects each person in a unique and different way. MS is a destroyer of connection. But it is possible to build connections that MS cannot destroy. Our connections raise questions, find answers, bring knowledge and provide hope to the millions of people affected by MS worldwide.

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society and those living with MS in Southern California are connecting with people across the nation during MS Awareness Week, March 3 – 9, to make their connections count.

This MS Awareness Week and beyond, find the power of connection. Just some of the opportunities to connect are:

Every Connection Counts

Share your story and connect with others at www.MSconnection.org. Learn more about MS, upload your own photo and connection to share with others, download tools to spread MS awareness, or register to participate in Walk MS, Bike MS or another event near you.

Southern California & Nevada Chapter Open House

Visit our beautiful new offices in West Los Angeles and learn more about National MS Society programs, services, research, events and more! Our Open House will be held on Thursday, March 6, 2014 from 3pm to 7pm at 5150 W. Goldleaf Circle, Suite 400, Los Angeles, CA 90056. For more information, please call 310-479-4456.

MS Awareness Night at the Los Angeles Clippers

We have partnered with the Los Angeles Clippers for our third MS Awareness Night at the STAPLES Center. Join us on March 8 at 7:30pm as the LA Clippers take on the Atlanta Hawks. A portion of ticket sales will benefit the National MS Society. To purchase tickets, please visit www.clippers.com/MSawareness.