MS Awareness Week 2026!

20 –26 April 2026

This MS Awareness Week, the UK’s biggest MS charities are challenging assumptions about MS – and the harm they can cause. Think you know MS? We’ll be sharing real stories, information and resources which might make you think again.

Almost half (48%) of people living with MS in the UK have been questioned or challenged for using accessible facilities, like Blue Badge parking spaces, accessible toilets and priority seats on public transport.

Living with MS is tough and incorrect assumptions can lead to hurtful behaviour, and real-life consequences – from being underestimated at work to being harassed for using an accessible parking space.

MS affects everyone differently. Symptoms can range from mild to severe – and often aren’t visible.

Listen, learn, and understand MS before saying something that could hurt or offend.

Think you know MS? #MSThinkAgain

MS Awareness Week runs from 20–26 April 2026. Search #MSThinkAgain.

How to support the campaign

Share your story

We’re inviting you to share your experiences to help people understand the impact of assumptions and how they could support you better.

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Find support

MS-UK is here to help. Our Helpline and online resources are available if you’re not sure how to start or just need someone to talk to.

Call 0800 783 0518
WhatsApp 07563 725713
Email info@ms-uk.org

Common assumptions

In a survey conducted by the MS charities for MS Awareness Week 2026, 9 in 10 (91%) said lack of knowledge about MS contributed to incorrect assumptions about or judgements towards people with MS
More than two in five (41%) people fear being judged or treated differently if they tell people they have MS

MS and Work

In a recent survey 48% of respondents said someone has wrongly assumed they couldn’t work due to their MS. People living with MS can work with the right support from their employers.

find out more about working with MS

Fatigue

Often symptoms like fatigue are misunderstood and assumptions are made. Here is a list of useful information about how you can manage your fatigue.

Accessible facilities

Parking

Almost half of people with MS have been questioned or challenged for using disabled facilities. One in five (22%) have been questioned or challenged for using a Blue Badge parking space.

Discover what a Blue Badge is, who is eligible, how the scheme works, and how you can apply.

Toilets

One in five (22%) have been questioned or challenged for using an accessible toilet.

Find out more about how you can access accessible toilets.