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Numbness, tingling, impaired speech among symptoms continued from p.43 Then, at age 48, she was diagnosed with progressive MS. Like so many others, she had dismissed many of the symptoms of MS, such as the numbness in her ngers that had started years earlier before her ofcial diagnosis. Progressing rapidly, starting in her feet and legs, the MS quickly robbed her of the ability to walk. As she was losing the use of her legs, Moorman would help her to move her legs ever so slowly, one leg at a time, up the stairs of their house. "The doctors have no idea how she got it. It just shows up," Moorman said. "She had mainly problems with one of her legs, but she also lost the sight in one of her eyes. It's an incurable disease, but there are different types of MS and some can live for many, many years with treatment and drugs. My wife had the type that couldn't. It was the luck of the draw. "She was diagnosed at 48, which is very late for MS to strike. Most people are diagnosed between 20 and 40 and twice as many women as men (contract) it." Including the original `4 Horses,' there were approximately another dozen family members and friends participating in this year's event. "I know I intend to keep participating for as long as I can," Moorman said. "When you look at people who have MS, you know you have to help them any way you can. They need our support." Moorman hasn't kept track how much they've raised each year but this year was the rst time they had hit their goal of raising $5,000. "It was a good feeling," he said. Follow Oakville Beaver staff on Twitter @Oakville_Beaver, @NewsHooked @DavidLea6 @herbgarbutt @BeaverSports @Halton_Photog 43 | Thursday, June 18, 2015 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com I know I intend to keep participating for as long as I can. When you look at people who have MS, you know you have to help them any way you can. They need our support. Oakville MS Walk participant Proceeds from the MS Walk are used to support both MS research and services provided by the MS Society of Canada, ofcials said. Symptoms of MS include numbness and tingling, vision problems, impaired speech, loss of balance/coordination, extreme fa- tigue, loss of mobility and paralysis. The Oakville event was one of many activities during the annual one-day May campaign. The family-oriented, community-supported event involves more than 60,000 participants and volunteers in more than 160 communities across Canada. Colin Moorman If you have spent your working life in noisy areas, you may be eligible for full coverage. Even if you are now retired, you may apply for benefits if your hearing was damaged due to long term noise exposure in the workplace. We are authorized vendors for WSIB, DVA, ADP, ODSP and NIHB. We are experienced in the application process with a very high success rate. The first step to better hearing is a hearing test. DIAMOND Helping Families Every Step of the Way! · Pediatrics · Pre and Postnatal Care · Naturally Turning Breech Babies · Headaches/Migraines · Fertility Issues · Low Back/Neck Pain · Sciatica · Posture · Osteoarthritis Custom ear protection (sleep molds, swim molds and musician's plugs) are available. If you've forgotten what fair, professional service feels like, call us and prepare to be amazed! SATISFACTION GUARANTEED! Wellness care for the entire family! Firefighter Appreciation Day! This Saturday, June 20, 9 am - 1 pm Stop by and meet some of our local Firefighters and support their charities. Bring by the whole family! Check out the fire truck! Meet Sparky! Kids receive helmets and colour books! Call (905) 465-3277 (EARS) to book your complimentary hearing test ($60 value, Age 55+) OAKVILLE 2419 Marine Drive 250 Wyecroft Rd., Unit 15, Oakville, ON Family Chiropractor/Acupuncture Dr. Jenna Davis 905.844.WELL (9355) DIAMOND www.acornhealth.ca drdavis@acornhealth.ca WE Experienced Female Family Physician Accepting New Patients Look. Experienced MDs · Lab & X-Ray On Site Listen. Care. Dr. Fakhara Rana Cure 1060 Speers Road (between Dorval & Third Line) 905-845-8884 Walk in clinic avail able exclusively to our patients M-F 9-4 and open to the pu blic 4-8 and weekends 10-4 Natural Approaches to Helping Fibromyalgia Free Informational Health Session Featured Speaker: Dr. Sebastian Guarnaccia As a result of his commitment and dedication for the past 18 years, Dr Guarnaccia has enhanced the quality of 100's of individuals' lives and alleviated their chronic conditions naturally. Location Glen Abbey Community Centre 1415 Third Line (Third Line and Upper Middle) Date Time Tuesday, June 23rd, 2015 8:00 PM Seating is limited. Reserved seating is recommended. Please call 905-825-9529 · Everyone is welcome!