Past research conducted in California has linked environmental factors to an increased risk of neurological diseases. However, the mystery deepens with Multiple System Atrophy, where few studies have investigated its risk factors. At UCLA, a study is underway aiming to understand different factors in the environment that may contribute to the development of MSA.
Category Archives: MSA
Save the Date – May 4, 2024, MSA Symposium, Hybrid
Plan to join Brain Support Network – either in-person on the Stanford campus or virtually – for a symposium for the multiple system atrophy community, on Saturday, May 4, 2024, 10am to 3pm PT. Co-hosted with Stanford. Everyone is welcome.
Top Three Things I Learned as a Caregiver (Recording, Discussion Summary, and Notes)
In December 2023, Brain Support Network and Stanford Parkinson’s Community Outreach co-hosted a discussion for caregivers to share the top three things they have learned about caregiving. Caregivers offered advice to each other, including advice caregivers wished they could tell their younger selves.
2024 MSA (those with diagnosis) Virtual Local Support Group Meeting Dates
We meet monthly, generally on the 2nd Sunday from 3-4pm. The discussion is self-led.
CurePSP Wellness Workshop: Holistic Wellness for PSP, CBD and MSA
CurePSP is hosting a two-hour virtual wellness workshop on Wednesday, April 19 starting at 3pm PT. Speakers will focus on self-care for better sleep and wellbeing; seated movement and breathwork; and music therapy. (The presentations will be recorded and posted on the CurePSP YouTube channel.) Following the presentations, participants can join a one-hour interactive discussion group, reflecting on what wellness means to them. Registration is free.
Wednesday, April 19, 2023 • 12:00 – 3:00 PM ET