When Kaz Aston was diagnosed with MultipleSclerosis 18 years ago, it made her more determined than ever to lead a full,active life, full of adventure. Her latest achievement is the publication of “Really Clear Guide to MS” in 67 languages, to help people with MSunderstand the condition, and get the most out of life.
Kaz was a 21-year-old studentnurse when she discovered she had MS. She started to learn as much as she couldabout the condition and to tell everyone how MS affects people and whatpatients can do to help themselves lead healthy lives. Shefound that many books and leaflets on MS were too complicated for patients andtheir families to fully understand. She saw there was a need for a new guide toexplain the condition, how it develops, and the treatments available to helppatients.
So, with her medical trainingand the backing of her consultant Dr Richard Nicholas, and specialist nurses atCharing Cross Hospital, in Hammersmith, London, Kaz has written the 'Really Clear Guide to MS' to help the 2.5 million people affected byMultiple Sclerosis across the world.
Kaz is acutely aware that insome countries there is very little information about MS and how the conditionaffects people. She has translated the guide into many languages to beaccessible to people all around the world.
She plays golf and darts, goes claypigeon shooting, and has taken part in drag racing events and a Round theIsland yacht race. She’s currently the sports lead for the Rotary Club ofLondon.
She said: “This Really Clear Guide toMS is all about sharing useful information that you can easily understand withno big words or medical jargon. The topics included, I hope, will help you getyour head around Multiple Sclerosis (MS) a little more. I have lived with MSfor over 18 years, learnt loads over the last 20 years and am still learning.Yes being a Registered Nurse helped but when dealing with everyday lifechallenges we can all face then dealing with MS, it can be tough sometimes.”
The general perception of MS is thatit is a debilitating condition which prevents people leading active lives. Kazis trying to change that. She and her medical team are optimistic about thefuture for people with this condition. There have been many developments in theunderstanding and treatment of MS. Ten new drugs are being trialled andresearchers are also exploring the benefits of stem cell treatment.
Visit MS Clear Guide from here: www.kazaston.com
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