The first day of Fall is Saturday, September 23, 2023.
Oh, Fall.
Dan and I both love this season. The cooler temperatures, the plethora of football games, the vibrant colors of changing leaves, and the comfort of a cozy sweater on a crisp day.
Sounds so lovely, doesn’t it? It is. But Fall also has a few less-than-ideal aspects.
Join us for this episode as we discuss the impact seasonal changes have on MS symptoms and what can be done to prepare for or thwart any adverse effects.
One of the biggest challenges Dan has to overcome is ragweed. That allergen and its pollen is everywhere, as it is at its prime from August to October.
And while the temperatures are cooler, the reality is that cold follows cool. And cold brings ice and snow. Certainly no favorite of a wheelchair user or anyone who struggles with balance or gait issues.
Our MS diagnosis stories both also start in the Fall. Ironic isn’t it? Yet we both still love Fall, hmm…
Here are the links to the articles we discussed:
• MS in the Fall and Winter: 5 Ways to Stay Well