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Ever wondered if smoking affects your MS? Sure, we all know the health risks linked to smoking. But, does smoking cause multiple sclerosis progression? And will your MS symptoms improve if you quit smoking?  We dive deep into these questions with consultant neurologist, Professor Richard Nicholas. Plus, Caroline Smith, who lives with MS, talks us through the steps she took to quit smoking. Listen now!Show NotesSmoking and MS - info from the MS Trust:  mstrust.org.uk/a-z/smokingQuitting smoking slows down MS progression  - info from MS Trust: mstrust.org.uk/news/research/230411-quitting-smoking-slows-down-ms-progressionFive top tips for improving your lung health – blog from Jodi Barber - -mstrust.org.uk/news/expert/five-top-tips-improving-your-lung-health Stoptober - Stop smoking campaign from NHS  www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smokingThe MS Register: ukmsregister.org Set up a fundraising challenge: mstrust.org.uk/get-involved/fundraising-and-events/do-it-your-way