In this episode of Living Well with MS -- where we explore topics relating to living a full and healthy life with multiple sclerosis -- we are pleased to welcome Brett Drummond and Karen Campbell. Brett is from MSTranslate and hosts the European Committee for Treatment and Research In Multiple Sclerosis (ECTRIMS) patient day and podcast. Karen is a nurse and MS researcher who lives with MS and attended the conference this year.

Watch this episode on YouTube. Keep reading for the topics, timestamps, and our guest’s bio.

00:00 Introduction to ECTRIMS 2025 and Speakers

02:02 Overview of ECTRIMS Conference Highlights

02:41 Brett's Insights on MS Research

09:07 Emerging Treatments and Therapies for MS

15:10 The Role of Viruses in MS

18:28 Lifestyle Modifications and Rehabilitation in MS

20:03 Biomarkers and Their Importance in MS

24:24 Engaging the MS Community in Research

28:24 Karen's Perspective as a Patient and Researcher

33:55 Q&A Session: Addressing Community Questions

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