We are delighted to announce a Taster Session for a completely new style of class for us here at The Brightwell. This new session has been developed by Millie Rutherford, our Rehabilitation Therapy Specialist.

The University of Edinburgh’s Institute of Genetics and Cancer has found a genetic link in the DNA of people with ME, compared to the general population. Scientists said the findings offer the first robust evidence that genes contribute to a person’s chance of developing the disease. The Decode ME study, uncovered eight areas of genetic code in people with ME/CFS (myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome) that are markedly different to the DNA of people without the

MS-UK offers a range of online sessions and activities, and we thought some of these might be of interest to our Brightwell community. For August, they are introducing new sessions, including courses, creative workshops, supportive peer groups and weekly classes. If you miss these sessions, they can be watched back on demand.

Following a very successful talk in June from the Sirona NHS Falls Prevention Team, we are pleased to announce details of the next 2 Brightwell Carers’ Sessions, which will be held at the Centre, as follows:

This month’s edition is packed full of news, information, and events. Lots of details about health tips and classes, plus our new brochure. Hope you enjoy this newsletter.

On Monday, 21 July, the Physio Team planned and ran a Taster Session for a new Dance Class. This idea was led by Audrey, one of our Physios, supported by Amrik, our Lead Physio.

Do you want to enhance your resilience through these difficult times, rediscover strengths and increase your ability to cope?

World Self-Care Day 2025 is just around the corner, celebrated annually on 24 July, It's a fantastic opportunity to pause and consider how we can all better prioritise our well-being

For many individuals living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and other neurological conditions, hot weather and increased body temperature can significantly worsen symptoms. This phenomenon, often referred to as Uhthoff's phenomenon or heat sensitivity, is a common challenge, affecting between 60% and 80% of people with MS. While the effects are temporary and do not cause permanent damage, they can be highly disruptive to daily life. Understanding why heat impacts MS and implemen

We were delighted that Keith Taylor, BEM, was invited to be interviewed by Radio Bristol. Keith was invited to discuss his recently awarded honour and to find out more about his work at The Brightwell.