For Immediate Release:
March 21, 2025

Commissioners proclaim March
as Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month

FREEHOLD, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners proclaimed March as Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month during their workshop meeting on March 13.

“The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners is proud to proclaim March as Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month,” said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone. “It is our hope that proclamations such as these raise awareness about MS and ways people can help loved ones who may be diagnosed with the disease.”

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a neurological disease of the central nervous system, affecting approximately 2.3 million people worldwide. More than 14,000 people in New Jersey are living with MS, according to National Multiple Sclerosis Society, New Jersey Chapters. Symptoms of MS can include fatigue, muscle weakness, numbness, vision problems and difficulty with coordination.

“MS is a disease that extends its reach beyond the individuals diagnosed, touching families, friends, and entire communities alike,” said Commissioner Deputy Director Susan M. Kiley, liaison to the Department of Health and Human Services. “Medical professionals, such as neurologists, MS specialists, or physical therapists, can provide valuable information about the disease, its management and recent advancements in treatment.”

“As someone who lost a family member to MS and understands the impact of the disease on a family firsthand, I’m steadfast in my commitment to spreading awareness and supporting those diagnosed and those who care for them,” said Commissioner Erik Anderson. “I am extraordinarily proud to stand with the MS community to advocate for better treatments, more resources, and, ultimately, a cure.”

For more information about the Department of Health and Human Services, go to visitmonmouth.com.