Children's book guides conversations about MS : " Berlex Canada Inc., in partnership with the MS Society of Canada, announced the Canadian launch of Benjamin: My Mum is Special, a children's book for families affected by MS. Benjamin, the book's hero, is an eight-year-old boy whose mother has MS. He is worried and frightened when his mother suddenly has trouble walking and dressing herself because of her MS. With the support of family and friends, Benjamin learns that it is okay to be worried, ask questions and talk about how he is feeling. "Benjamin provides a view of MS through the eyes of a child struggling to understand his mother's mysterious and sometimes frightening illness," says Dr. Banwell. "It is a beautiful story of coping, compassion and caring that should be shared between all parents with MS and their children."

"This book offers a platform for parents to talk to their children about MS and gives children the opportunity to share their thoughts and ask their questions," says Jon Temme, national vice president of client services for the MS Society. "MS is a disease that can be frightening for children and we are pleased to help families ease that fear and better understand MS."

To obtain a copy of Benjamin: My Mum is Special or for additional information about MS, please call MS Pathways at 1-800-977-2770, visit www.mspathways.ca, or contact your local office of the MS Society at 1-800-268-7582 or www.mssociety.ca.