On May 30, as has been the case every year since 2009, the World Multiple Sclerosis Day. To support organizations fighting for this cause, the Unit for the Care of Persons with Disabilities and Special Educational Needs The URJC is sharing this message and encouraging the university's students and faculty to do the same.
Multiple sclerosis is a chronic disease of the central nervous system—that is, it affects the brain and spinal cord. It is a chronic condition caused by damage to the myelin, a fatty substance that protects and surrounds nerve cells. It disrupts communication between the brain and the rest of the body, causing the nerves to gradually deteriorate and become damaged over time.
This disease typically affects people between the ages of 20 and 40, most of whom are women. Symptoms vary depending on the extent of nerve damage and are so diverse that this disorder is also known as the “disease with a thousand faces.” The most common symptoms include muscle weakness, vision problems, tingling or numbness, and problems with memory and coordination.
The cause of this condition is unknown, and although it can be managed, there is no cure. This day was established by the International Multiple Sclerosis Federation (IMSF) to raise public awareness and seek solutions to eradicate the disease. The best way to help is through outreach and by supporting people you know who have the condition so they can integrate into society, as they often tend to be isolated.
