People With Multiple Sclerosis Living In Cork Are Being Asked To Participate In A Nationwide Programme
It aims to help those with MS cope with cognitive difficulties
The programme COB-MS is in its second stage and was developed to address wide ranging symptoms and functional difficulties associated with the disease.
9,000 people in Ireland have MS and 50-60% of those have cognitive issues.
Speaking to RedFM News assistant researcher Robert Joyce says the aim of the programme is to improve everyday life for people with MS;
Potential participants can contact Dr Chris Dwyer on 0874491154 or email cobms@nuigalway.ie
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