#130: Living with MS Abroad: A Conversation with Robert Joyce on Research, Resilience and Life in Spain

10/09/2025 49 min Temporada 1 Episodio 130
#130: Living with MS Abroad: A Conversation with Robert Joyce on Research, Resilience and Life in Spain

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What does it mean to live with MS abroad? In this inspiring interview, I speak with Robert Joyce, MS patient, blogger at A 30 Minute Life, and strong advocate for patient involvement in research. Robert shares his journey from diagnosis at 23 to moving from Ireland to Spain for health reasons. We talk about the impact of climate, differences between Spanish and Irish healthcare, coping with chronic pain, and why patient voices are essential in research. He also gives us a glimpse into his hopes for the future of MS care and personalized medicine. Topics we cover: Robert's MS diagnosis and turning points Why he started A 30 Minute Life Life with MS in Spain: climate, healthcare, culture Coping strategies for chronic pain and mental health The power of patient voices in research Hopes for personalized medicine and patient advocacy Links & Resources: Blog: https://a30minutelife.com/ Connect with Robert on LinkedIn 👉 You can also find a written summary of this interview on my blog: https://ms-perspektive.com/130-robert-joyce — perfect if you prefer reading or want to revisit the highlights. --- See you soon and try to make the best out of your life, Nele For more information and positive thoughts, subscribe to my newsletter for free. Click here for an overview of all podcast episodes published so far.

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