Multiple Sclerosis (MS) affects the central nervous system and debilitates people in many ways. It’s an unpredictable disease, usually diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 40, when career and family responsibilities are at their highest. Come learn about opportunities for Rotarians to help change the course of history, not just for people with MS, but for future generations.

1. 2014 ROTARY INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION
RAGMSA
Rotarian Action Group of
Multiple Sclerosis Awareness
www.rotary-rfmsa.org

2. • The protective covering or insulation of
the nerve fibres (mylin) in the central
nervous system is damaged and thus nerve
impulses to the brain, spine and optic
nerve are short circuited.
WHAT IS MS

3. • Over 2 million people worldwide are
diagnosed with MS
• Multiple Sclerosis can be observed as early
as 2 years of age and becomes more
frequent after age of 10 years.
WHO DOES IT AFFECT

4. • Ratio 3:1 women/men
• Mainly young women & men 17/40 years
• The further North & South of equator
higher incidence
WHO DOES IT AFFECT

5. • Rotarians supporting MS Fundraisers:
• Bike Rides, Mega Swims, Walks, Golf, etc
• MS Research
• PhD Scholarships
• Health Fair participation
• rotary-msawareness@yahoo groups.com
• www.kazaston.com
HOW DO WE HELP

6. MS GLOBAL DINNER FUNDRAISER

7. MS GLOBAL DINNER FUNDRAISER

8. MS WALK

9. BBQ for MSV BIKE RIDE 6000 RIDERS

10. MACEDON RANGES CYCLE & RUN CHALLENGE

11. RI CONVENTION BIRMINGHAM

12. RI CONVENTION NEW ORLEANS

13. ROTARY CLUB OF KENNET SQUARE PHILADELPHIA FUNDRAISER

14. RI CONVENTION PORTUGAL

15. Dr Lisa Melton
MSRA LATEST MS RESEARCH UPDATE & “ KISS MS GOODBYE” CAMPAIGN

16. • International- fundraising for your Local
MS Chapter
• Provide support for people with MS
• Fundraising for MS Research Australia
“Kiss Goodbye to MS”
• RAGMSA Increase membership &
succession planning
HOW YOUR CLUB CAN JOIN THE FIGHT TO HELP