Some facts about MS and Romania

• The National Union of MS Societies from Romania (UNOMS) was formed in 1994. Its head office and information centre are in Oradea.



• An estimated15-20,000 Romanians have MS



• There are eight regional associations and two informal groups - each representing one of Romania's 42 counties. The national office is run by staff and volunteers.



• Most Romanians have very low incomes. Providing food and clothing are as important as coping with immobility, incontinence etc.



• Before December 1989 it was illegal to set up non-profit organisations dealing with issues such as multiple sclerosis.

Our work with Romania

The UK has worked closely with the Romanian Society since 2000.

Information about MS in Romanian was identified as an urgent need and so a leaflet on living with MS was produced for PwMS and health professionals in Romania.

In 2000 Romanian volunteers travelled to the UK, visiting branches and the National Centre.

We sponsor Romanian delegates to attend international meetings and supported their application to join the European MS Platform.

In 2002 we provided a small grant for training of the new Board.

After meeting with a member of the Romanian Society, two projects on which we could offer support in 2003 were identified. These were the national AGM, which was held in March, and the development of a National MS Health Plan.




How to get involved
The Wessex and West region is looking to support the on-going work of UNOMS. If you would like to contribute, please contact Alun White .

Contact us for more information.