Listen "Understanding the latest evidence with neurologist Dr Agne Straukiene | S7E16"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Living Well with MS, we’re joined by Dr Agne Straukiene, a neurologist, researcher and MS specialist who advocates for proactive, lifestyle-based MS management. Dr Straukiene is also the host of the Bee Well with MS podcast, where she shares expert insights to support people living with MS.
Together, we explore why understanding your symptoms, using digital self-management tools, and making sustainable lifestyle choices can make a meaningful difference to your wellbeing. Dr Straukiene also shares highlights from the latest research and offers practical tips for preparing for clinical appointments.
Topics and Timestamps:
01:59 Dr Straukiene’s journey into MS care
03:57 Why self-management matters
06:41 Using digital tools to track and manage MS
11:21 Recognising and understanding symptom patterns
15:47 How to prepare for clinical consultations
22:33 Lifestyle interventions and their impact on MS
29:47 About the Bee Well with MS podcast
37:06 Latest research into lifestyle and MS outcomes
40:33 Managing progressive MS
43:29 Where MS research is heading next.
More info and links:
Listen to S6E6 Advanced cell therapy for progressive MS with Dr Stefano Pluchino
Listen to Bee Well with MS with Dr Agne Straukiene
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New to Overcoming MS? Visit our introductory page
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Visit the Overcoming MS website
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Together, we explore why understanding your symptoms, using digital self-management tools, and making sustainable lifestyle choices can make a meaningful difference to your wellbeing. Dr Straukiene also shares highlights from the latest research and offers practical tips for preparing for clinical appointments.
Topics and Timestamps:
01:59 Dr Straukiene’s journey into MS care
03:57 Why self-management matters
06:41 Using digital tools to track and manage MS
11:21 Recognising and understanding symptom patterns
15:47 How to prepare for clinical consultations
22:33 Lifestyle interventions and their impact on MS
29:47 About the Bee Well with MS podcast
37:06 Latest research into lifestyle and MS outcomes
40:33 Managing progressive MS
43:29 Where MS research is heading next.
More info and links:
Listen to S6E6 Advanced cell therapy for progressive MS with Dr Stefano Pluchino
Listen to Bee Well with MS with Dr Agne Straukiene
Learn more about Blue Zones which have the most centenarians per capita
New to Overcoming MS? Visit our introductory page
Connect with others following Overcoming MS on the Live Well Hub
Visit the Overcoming MS website
Follow us on social media:
YouTube
Don’t miss out:
Subscribe to this podcast and never miss an episode. Listen to our archive of Living Well with MS here.
Make sure you sign up to our newsletter to hear our latest tips and news about living a full and happy life with MS.
Support us:
If you enjoy this podcast and want to support the ongoing work of Overcoming MS, you can leave a donation here.
Feel free to share your comments and suggestions for future guests and episode topics by emailing [email protected].
If you like Living Well with MS, please leave a 5-star review.
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