About us

Overcoming MS is here to help people with MS take control of their health, make informed lifestyle choices and live a full and healthy life.

The world's leading MS healthy lifestyle charity

Overcoming MS is the world’s leading MS healthy lifestyle charity. We help people with MS to live well by making informed lifestyle choices and bringing hope that living well with MS in possible.

Since 2012, we have been at the forefront of promoting an evidence-based approach to the self-management of MS, using healthy lifestyle choices alongside medication. At the heart of our work is a self-management program, designed to support both physical and mental wellbeing through clear, achievable actions.

How we make a difference

Everything we do is driven by our belief that living a full and healthy life with MS is possible.

Our vision is a world in which living a full and healthy life with MS is possible for all.

Our purpose is to enable everyone with MS to achieve optimal health and wellbeing through making informed healthy lifestyle choices.

We raise awareness of the evidence-based impact of lifestyle on MS, bringing hope to people affected by MS around the world. Through our information, services, community and partnerships, we help as many people as possible live well with MS.

Our Impact

Explore our latest impact report and see how we’re helping people live well with MS

Impact Report Our Impact

Our Team

Behind Overcoming MS is a dedicated team of staff, expert advisors, facilitators, volunteers and trustees who bring together professional expertise, lived experience and a shared commitment to helping people live well with MS.

Our Team

Our Research

Evidence is at the heart of everything we do. We combine the latest scientific research with insights from our community to ensure our information, services and recommendations are grounded in the best available advice.

In 2026, Overcoming MS became a PIF TICK certified organisation, recognising our commitment to providing trusted, evidence-based health information.

Learn more about our approach to research and evidence.

Our Research

Our Partnerships

We are stronger together. We work in partnership with individuals, communities, healthcare professionals and other charities to extend our reach, share knowledge and support more people to live well with MS.

Learn more about our partnerships and how we work together to maximise our impact.

Our Partnerships