Laura Petruccelli has very kindly provided us with a guest post on Seeing MS – a new and brilliant way of raising awareness of the symptoms of multiple sclerosis.

Ms Petruccelli writes “It’s hard to fight something we cannot see.

Most symptoms of multiple sclerosis go unnoticed by everyone except the person living with them. One day they can alter your memory, the next your vision. Striking without warning and leaving no trace; they are invisible.

This thought inspired 9 photographers from around the world to start the Seeing MS campaign – a global photographic project that visualises the invisible symptoms of multiple sclerosis.

Each photographer was briefed by someone living with MS. They interpreted their symptoms in a single image inspired by their stories and experiences. From each of the images, a group of dedicated creatives from Grey Australia, Infinity squared and Limehouse worked together to create the Seeing MS app. Photo filters based on each symptom will allow the public to see and share how MS affects those living with the disease.

By inviting people to learn and experience what it feels and looks like to live with multiple sclerosis first hand, we can raise further awareness and understanding of this mysterious disease. It is hoped that doctors can use the project as a way to help the newly diagnosed find a community of people that experience life the way they do.

Help expose the invisible disease by sharing the full project or downloading the Seeing MS app at http://seeingms.com“