27/05/2026
A dread disease that can change your life
Many people, not familiar with Multiple Sclerosis (or MS) because it is not as widely publicised as cancers and heart disease, don’t realise that this is a dread disease. To try to raise that awareness, Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month was created by the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation (MSF).
According to a representative, ‘’Multiple Sclerosis is a progressive, degenerative disorder of the central nervous system, including the brain, optic nerve and spinal cord. MS symptoms occur when the connections between the brain and the body’s nerves are damaged.’’
Because Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is considered a dread disease (or critical illness) by most insurance providers, it is commonly listed in ‘Dread disease’ policy documents alongside conditions like cancer, stroke, and Parkinson’s, as it is a chronic, often debilitating and costly illness.
A ‘Dread disease’ policy will pay a handsome lump sum if you are derailed by one of these illnesses, and adding ‘Income Protection’ will cover you if your illness is protracted and you are unable to work for some time.
As you can see, in a world that is full of unexpected and often unwanted surprises, the protection of the wealth you are creating is essential. Talk to me about how we can create the perfect plan for you - or your workers, if you are a business owner.
