When I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, my mind drifted back to a memory I hadn’t thought about in years. It was the spring of 1980, and I was just four years old. That was the year my Aunt Loretta passed away, she was the first person I ever lost. Loretta Cavallo was born on … Read more
iConquer MS Research Study There is a new research study available to all of us living with MS, called iConquerMS. While there are now many treatment options available to modify the course of the disease, there are still many unknowns about multiple sclerosis. This study aims to better understand the population of those living with … Read more
David Osmond is a member of the American family music group sensation, The Osmonds. I had the pleasure of meeting David at the MS Walk in Phoenix. Today, I attended a listening party webinar where David told his story. I was compelled to share it with all of you. In 2000, Alan Osmond was to … Read more
I sat down with Denise Alicea of The Pen and Muse to discuss my memoir, The Dog Story: A Journey Into a New Life with Multiple Sclerosis. Here is an excerpt from that interview: Interview with author of The Dog Story, Matt Cavallo. Where are you from? Tell us a little about yourself! I am … Read more
According to the National MS Society, analysis of the cerebrospinal fluid, which is sampled by a spinal tap, detects the levels of certain immune system proteins and the presence of oligoclonal bands. That means that if you are hospitalized with MS type symptoms, you are probably going to get a huge needle stuck in your … Read more