Our statement on the coronavirus outbreak

Tuesday 17 March 2020

The coronavirus (COVID-19) has been dominating the UK news headlines, and we know lots of you are concerned about how it might affect people living with MS.

We've consulted with our medical advisors to find out as much helpful information as we can. We're keeping these pages continuously updated and we'd recommend you bookmark them.

Read our information about MS treatments and COVID-19 coronavirus

Read our care and support information about MS and COVID-19 coronavirus

People with MS advised to practice social distancing

The latest UK government advice is for everyone to practice social distancing to reduce risk. They've said people with chronic neurological conditions like MS should be particularly careful about following these steps:

Avoid contact with anyone who displays symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19). Symptoms include high temperature and/or new and continuous cough
Try not to use public transport unless you really have to and, if you can, always avoid rush hour
Work from home where possible. Your employer should support you to do this. Read the government's employer guidance for more information
Avoid large gatherings, and gatherings in smaller public spaces like pubs, cinemas, restaurants, theatres, bars, clubs
Avoid gatherings with friends and family.
Keep in touch using remote technology like phone, internet, and social media.
Use telephone or online services to contact your GP or other essential services

Keep washing your hands

In line with general public health advice, if you have MS you should make sure you wash your hands frequently.

Where possible, avoid being within two metres of people who are coughing and sneezing.

Read our information about MS treatments and COVID-19 coronavirus

Read our care and support information about MS and COVID-19 coronavirus

COVID-19 coronavirus and MS treatments

Read up to date information about MS treatments and coronavirus

MS and coronavirus care and support

We’ve been talking to lots of people in our community about MS and COVID-19. These are some of the questions that crop up the most.

Keeping our MS community safe

The COVID-19 outbreak is a real concern for our MS community. Read what we’re doing to keep people living with MS, our staff and volunteers safe so we can continue our work supporting everyone affected by MS.

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Our statement on the coronavirus outbreak

People with MS advised to practice social distancing

Keep washing your hands