👉 Read the full interview as a blog article (including all quotes and topics): 🔗 https://ms-perspektive.com/120-luigi-azzarone ⏱ Time Stamps – Jump to the Part That Matters Most to You: 00:00 – Introduction 02:15 – Luigi's background and MS diagnosis 05:42 – How MS led him to neuroscience 08:30 – Speaking at the European Parliament 12:10 – Main messages to policymakers and youth advocates 15:20 – Barriers in accessible housing for young people with disabilities 18:55 – Why information and awar...
Jul 02, 2025•36 min•Season 1Ep. 120
👉 Read the full blog article here: https://ms-perspektive.com/119-mssa In this powerful episode, I speak with Non Helena M. Smit , CEO of MS South Africa, about the unique challenges and inspiring progress in the fight against multiple sclerosis in South Africa. From personal loss to national advocacy, Non Helena shares her journey and the work her team is doing to improve care, increase awareness, and empower people living with MS. This conversation is part of my international series, showcasi...
Jun 25, 2025•43 min•Season 1Ep. 119
🔗 Read the full blog : https://ms-perspektive.com/118-brain-health In this inspiring episode, I’m joined once again by Dr. Sanja Gluscevic , who you may remember from episode #081. This time, we dive into something both powerful and practical: brain health —what it means, why it matters, and how you can start protecting yours today. Sanja introduces us to the Brain Health Challenge 2025 , a global awareness campaign encouraging people to prioritize their brain health in creative, accessible way...
Jun 18, 2025•41 min•Season 1Ep. 118
Read the full blog article for this episode here: 👉 https://ms-perspektive.com/117-fear In this deeply personal episode, I talk about a feeling we all know too well: fear. Whether it's the fear that comes with a new MS diagnosis, anxiety around health uncertainties, or concern about the state of democracy and social justice—fear can be overwhelming. I share my own journey with fear and how I’ve learned to regain control through small, powerful steps like journaling, healthy routines, and taking...
Jun 11, 2025•12 min•Season 1Ep. 117
🔗 Read the full blog article here In this episode, Dr. Franz-Werner Dippel—medical scientist and nutrition expert—joins us to explore the widespread impact of excessive sugar consumption on our health. Drawing from 73 high-quality meta-analyses, he explains which diseases are linked to sugar and why reducing intake is important for everyone—especially for those already managing chronic conditions like multiple sclerosis (MS) . While there is no clear causal link between sugar and MS itself , th...
Jun 04, 2025•26 min•Season 1Ep. 116
What this episode is about: In this episode, I speak with Prof. Christoph Heesen from the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE) in Germany about stem cell therapy for multiple sclerosis . We explore when it makes sense, how it works, who it might benefit – and what the risks are. Prof. Heesen draws from both clinical experience and ongoing research. He explains the process step by step and gives a transparent look at a clinical trial currently running in Germany. This study compares ...
May 28, 2025•12 min•Season 1Ep. 115
✨ Episode Summary: Traveling with Multiple Sclerosis can feel overwhelming at first—I’ve been there. You might be wondering: Can I still fly long distances? Will my meds stay safe? What if I get sick abroad? These are all valid concerns. But trust me, with a bit of planning and the right mindset, MS doesn’t have to hold you back. In this episode, I’m sharing 10 practical travel tips from my own experience—having visited places like Australia, Japan, Namibia, Cuba, and more since my diagnosis. 👉...
May 21, 2025•15 min•Season 1Ep. 114
Guest: Dr. Irina Fedulow Plante Title: Doctor of Physical Therapy, Board-Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist Founder of NeuroMamaTribe and Mountain Neuro Wellness & Physical Therapy Location: Truckee, California, USA 💡 About This Episode In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Dr. Irina Fedulow Plante—physical therapist, neurologic clinical specialist, and founder of NeuroMamaTribe . Irina shares her passion for helping women with multiple sclerosis (MS) through an integrative and ...
May 14, 2025•47 min•Season 1Ep. 113
Learn how MSIF is shaping a better future for people with MS—through global collaboration, advocacy, and the power of lived experience. Read the interview highlights on my blog: https://ms-perspektive.com/112-msif The Multiple Sclerosis International Federation (MSIF) plays a vital role in uniting the global MS community to improve the lives of people affected by multiple sclerosis. In this inspiring interview, Peer Baneke, former CEO, and Lydia Makaroff, the new CEO, share their insights on pas...
May 07, 2025•41 min•Season 1Ep. 112
Learn more about my experiences with pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, prenatal classes, and breastfeeding with multiple sclerosis. You can read through the complete post on my blog: https://ms-perspektive.com/111-childbirth Today, I’m sharing my experiences of pregnancy, birth preparation, giving birth, the postpartum period, and breastfeeding with MS. I’ve now had the privilege of experiencing this exciting time twice. Fortunately, everything went quite smoothly for me, and I want to encourag...
Apr 30, 2025•16 min•Season 1Ep. 111
Neuroradiologist Prof. Mike Wattjes explains in easy-to-understand terms what you need to know about MRI scans for MS. You can read through the transcript here: https://ms-perspektive.com/110-10-mri-facts This time, I have translated the original German interview with Prof. Dr. Mike P. Wattjes on the importance of MRI as an imaging technique for diagnosis, progression assessment, therapy decisions, and monitoring of disease-modifying therapies in MS patients into English. Prof. Wattjes is the le...
Apr 23, 2025•40 min•Season 1Ep. 110
Cognitive reserve is important for PwMS as it can compensate damage caused by MS to a certain amount. Learn how to measure and improve it. You can read through the complete article on my blog: https://ms-perspektive.com/109-cognitive-reserve I often talk about the cognitive reserve in my podcast and blog posts. When it is used up, the brain can no longer compensate for any damage that occurs. However, it is more of a concept and not that easy to grasp, this cognitive reserve, and of course it ca...
Apr 16, 2025•17 min•Season 1Ep. 109
Find out how AI can help you to get a more structured doctor's appointment that allows you to address all important points. You can read through the article or copy the prompts and replacing the details with your symptoms and request: https://ms-perspektive.com/108-chatgpt Today, I’ll show you how you can use AI, for example ChatGPT, to better prepare for your doctor’s appointment. I visit the MS Center in Dresden, Germany, once every quarter, and in all these years, it has happened often enough...
Apr 09, 2025•13 min•Season 1Ep. 108
Dr. William Conte talks about the challenges and opportunities for LGBTQ+ people with MS – and how inclusive, empathetic care can succeed. You can find the transcript on my blog: https://ms-perspektive.com/107-lgbtq How do LGBTQ+ people with multiple sclerosis experience the healthcare system – and where do they encounter hurdles that often remain invisible? In this special episode, I talk to Dr. William Conte, a neuroimmunologist and member of the LGBTQ+ community himself, about a lack of repre...
Apr 02, 2025•46 min•Season 1Ep. 107
MS patients can also suffer from trigeminal neuralgia, which is very painful. Dr. Köchling explains the treatment. Translated interview. You can read the full article including the treatment details on my blog: https://ms-perspektive.com/106-trigeminal-neuralgia This time, I've translated the German interview with Dr. Monika Köchling about the causes and treatment options for trigeminal neuralgia. Since this form of facial pain can lead to extreme restrictions in the quality of life, it is extre...
Mar 26, 2025•20 min•Season 1Ep. 106
Sumaira Ahmed turned her NMOSD diagnosis into a global movement, founding The Sumaira Foundation to support patients and drive research. You can read through all questions and answers on my blog: https://ms-perspektive.com/105-tsf Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder (NMOSD) is a rare autoimmune disease that can feel isolating and overwhelming. But for Sumaira Ahmed , her diagnosis became the spark that ignited a global movement. In this episode, we dive into her personal journey with NMO , th...
Mar 19, 2025•40 min•Season 1Ep. 105
AI is transforming Multiple Sclerosis (MS) care by enhancing Shared Decision-Making (SDM) , improving diagnosis, personalizing treatments, and empowering patients—discover the future of AI in MS with Dr. Stefan Ebener. You can read the short version of the interview on my blog: https://ms-perspektive.com/104-ai-in-ms-care Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the management of multiple sclerosis (MS), particularly in shared decision-making (SDM) between patients and healthcare professionals....
Mar 12, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 104
Discover how epigenetic research is transforming multiple sclerosis treatment by uncovering the role of DNA methylation, gene regulation, and potential new therapies for MS progression. You can read through all questions and answers on my blog: https://ms-perspektive.com/103-majid Have you ever wondered how epigenetic mechanisms influence multiple sclerosis (MS) progression and why some people experience rapid disease worsening while others have a milder course? Could there be hidden biological ...
Mar 05, 2025•42 min•Season 1Ep. 103
MS patients especially women are at higher risk of ewxperiencing domestic violence and abuse. Awareness is key followed to create change. You can read through the questions and answers on my blog: https://ms-perspektive.com/102-dva Domestic violence and abuse (DVA) is a silent crisis affecting millions worldwide – but what happens when a chronic illness like multiple sclerosis is part of the equation? Living with MS brings unique challenges, from mobility issues to cognitive changes that can mak...
Feb 26, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 102
How AI can improve shared decision making (SDM) for multiple sclerosis patients on their journey with Dr. Sven Jungmann. You can read the full interview on my blog: https://ms-perspektive.com/101-sdm-ai In today’s rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, the intersection of medicine and technology is transforming the way we approach patient care, treatment and long-term health management and artificial intelligence (AI) and shared decision making (SDM) is at the center of it all. Dr. Sven Jungmann...
Feb 19, 2025•47 min•Season 1Ep. 101
Find out how digital twin technology based on AI and big data is transforming the treatment of Multiple Sclerosis by enabling personalized treatment, predicting disease progression, and optimizing patient management. You can read a shortened summary of the interview on my blog: https://ms-perspektive.com/100-digital-twin The concept of a digital twin is revolutionizing medicine, offering a new way to personalize treatments and predict disease progression. But what exactly does it mean for multip...
Feb 12, 2025•52 min•Season 1Ep. 100
Learn more about epidemiology of MS including risks, trends and where clincial trials need to be revised for better equity. You can read the full article on my blog: https://ms-perspektive.com/99-epidemiology In this overview of papers from ECTRIMS 2024, I have selected studies that look at development and frequency and influence progression. You will learn about the role of Epstein-Barr virus infections and the effects of social and health inequalities on the course of MS. These studies also hi...
Feb 05, 2025•26 min•Season 1Ep. 99
Latest treatments and research presented at ECTRIMS 2024 for managing primary progressive MS (PPMS). including innovative therapies like CAR T-cell therapy. You can read the full article on my blog: https://ms-perspektive.com/098-ppms-ectrims Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis (PPMS) presents unique challenges, as it often worsens without relapses and can significantly impact daily life. However, the growing body of research and treatment options is providing new hope for managing this condi...
Jan 29, 2025•31 min•Season 1Ep. 98
Discover expert insights on Late-Onset Multiple Sclerosis (LOMS) from Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdulkadir Tunç, a leading neurologist dedicated to advancing MS care and improving lives. You can read the interview on my blog: https://ms-perspektive.com/97-loms I am pleased to welcome Associate Professor Dr. Abdulkadir Tunç in this interview, a neurologist who has dedicated his career to understanding and treating multiple sclerosis (MS), including late-onset multiple sclerosis (LOMS). Dr. Tunç is passion...
Jan 22, 2025•29 min•Season 1Ep. 97
Improving sleep quality is vital for managing MS, reducing fatigue, enhancing cognitive function, and boosting overall well-being. You can find the complete summary on my blog: https://ms-perspektive.com/096-sleep Sleep is one of the most critical yet often underestimated aspects of managing MS. For many of us living with MS, poor sleep can worsen fatigue, brain fog, and other symptoms, making daily life even more challenging. The good news is that improving your sleep isn’t just possible—it can...
Jan 15, 2025•27 min•Season 1Ep. 96
Prof. Gavin Giovannoni explores the complexities of multiple sclerosis, the concept of "smoldering MS," and future treatment strategies. You can find the full transcript of the interview to read on my blog: https://ms-perspektive.com/95-smoldering-ms Welcome to today’s interview, in which I am accompanied by one of the most influential personalities in the field of multiple sclerosis, Prof. Gavin Giovannoni. Prof. Giovannoni is a renowned neurologist at the Royal London Hospital and a professor ...
Jan 08, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 95
The mediterranean diet is healthy, tasty and contributes to a better quality of life when having MS from fatigue to brain health to mood. You can read the full article on my blog: https://ms-perspektive.com/94-mediterranean-diet This time, I have compiled papers on the Mediterranean diet that were presented at ECTRIMS 2024. The diet, which is high in fresh vegetables, fruits, nuts, olive oil, whole grains, and lean proteins, has been recommended for a long time. And the good thing is that it is ...
Jan 01, 2025•28 min•Season 1Ep. 94
Explore aging's impact on MS, highlighting research on cognition, inflammation, brain changes, and treatments. You can read the text version on my blog: https://ms-perspektive.com/093-aging-with-ms Living with multiple sclerosis in old age presents a unique challenge in understanding how the disease interacts with the natural aging process. This special ECTRIMS Review delves into groundbreaking studies exploring aging with MS, focusing on topics such as cognitive health, inflammation, brain chan...
Dec 25, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 93
Roxy wants to empower underrepresented groups such as people of color or the LGBTQIA+ community to increase awareness of diversity in MS. You can read the short version of the interview here: https://ms-perspektive.com//92-roxy-murray In this episode, I am joined by Roxy Murray , also known as the “Multiple Sclerosis Fashionista” . Roxy is a passionate MS advocate, diversity and inclusion specialist, and a powerful voice for underrepresented communities in the chronic disease space. After being ...
Dec 18, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 92
Learn more about new treatment for MS, focusing on innovative therapies like engineered vesicles, CAR-T, CD40L and high-dose vitamin D. To read the full article visit my blog article: https://ms-perspektive.com/091-new-treatment-strategies This time, I will present some studies on new treatment options for MS that show promising results and were presented at ECTRIMS 2024. Some candidates are not that new, such as high-dose vitamin D, but the key here is the long-term observation of a large numbe...
Dec 11, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 91
