Heath

Who

I’m Heath C. from Alabama. I am married with three adorable daughters and I’m employed full time as a computer programmer. My hobbies include spending quality time with my family, working out, and learning. I also spend a lot of time reaching out to others in the MS community trying to educate and encourage them to remain positive and enjoy life.

When

I was diagnosed with RRMS in May of 1998, and after a second opinion from an MS specialist confirmed the diagnosis, I immediately began treatment with COPAXONE® in November.

What happened

I had just graduated from college and was looking for my first professional employment. One morning I woke up and couldn’t feel one of my feet. Over the next few days the numbness spread up my legs, and I began having problems walking. This led to a trip to the emergency room and eventually a diagnosis of MS. Now that I had a name for what was causing my symptoms, I knew we could do something about it. I wanted to begin treatment immediately. After careful consideration of each of the treatments and time spent talking with my neurologist and others on the treatments, I chose COPAXONE®. My decision to start COPAXONE® was a simple one because it was proven effective and well tolerated.

What's up

I have been on COPAXONE® for over 10 years, and I am doing very well. I take COPAXONE® in the morning after I take my shower, and it has become a part of my daily routine—just like brushing my teeth. Taking COPAXONE® gives me a sense of confidence because I know I am doing something about my MS, and I do not worry about what the next day holds. In fact, MS has taken a back seat in my life, and I continue to live my life as if I don’t have it. I’m also proud to say that after being on COPAXONE® for a year and half, I went back to school and graduated with a Master’s degree, something I never thought would have been possible with my MS.

Words of wisdom

In life, we cannot change the fact that we were diagnosed with MS, but we can change how we react to it. We should all focus on the things we can do, and do things for ourselves that we enjoy no matter how small. Having a positive mental outlook will help you enjoy life.

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