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"I learned to see life in a different way."

Dave, MS LifeLines Ambassador

Living with RRMS since 1998

Taking Rebif® since 2003

Personal Stories

MS LifeLines® Ambassador Stories

There are people throughout the MS community who don't put their life on hold because they have MS. They have dealt with the initial alarm of being diagnosed with the disease and are now embracing a new therapy—and managing their MS.

The ambassadors serve as an example and resource in the MS community by providing guidance, support, and empowerment about living well with MS.

Read about their experiences being newly diagnosed, learn what it's like as a young adult living with relapsing MS, and read truly inspirational stories that can help you get inspired, so you can live your life—not your MS.

Newly Diagnosed

Andrew
"I've become a resource for information and a strong advocate for research and a cure. I'm finally at peace with myself."

Elizabeth
"I turned to the Internet for information, and I fell in love with MSLifeLines.com. It was the beginning, for me, of finding out that I wasn't alone."

Kim
"Today is a great day! I am living successfully with my treatment and my new life with relapsing MS."

Nicole
"Together let's relabel this thing called MS—and turn it from a 'Major Setback' to let's say a 'Masterful Strategy,' a strategy for a better life with this condition"

Tara
"We might be people living with MS, but I prefer to think of us as 'mighty strong' people."

Tim
"I know who I am. I'm Dad, I'm a very lucky husband, and I'm a happy man. Sure, I have relapsing MS, but MS isn't what I am."

Young Adult

Breana
"Today, thanks to Rebif® (interferon beta-1a) and my new more well rounded approach to living a healthy life, I'm doing great."

Jordan
"If I can turn something bad into something good, and it helps one person, then that's what I want to try to do."

Other Inspirations

Margot
"You can live a great life with relapsing MS, but you have to be open to making adjustments."

Marianne
"Fencing, motherhood, and relapsing MS — you wouldn't think they really go together, would you? For me, they've all gone hand in hand."

Sandi
"I'm holding on to my hopes and dreams, even if sometimes I have to modify them a bit."

These stories reflect the personal experiences of several people, and others can be different. Results and experiences vary from patient to patient. It is best to contact your doctor to discuss what's best for you. MS LifeLifes Ambassadors are living with relapsing MS and sponsored by EMD Serono, Inc. and Pfizer Inc.

Brought to you by EMD Serono, Inc. and Pfizer Inc., the co-marketers of Rebif® (interferon beta-1a) in the US EMD SeronoPfizer

Prescribing Information - Medication Guide

This information is intended only for residents of the United States.

Rebif is used to treat relapsing forms of MS to decrease the frequency of relapses and delay the occurrence of some of the physical disability that is common in people with MS. Efficacy has been established in controlled studies up to 2 years in duration. Rebif is not approved for the treatment of chronic progressive multiple sclerosis. Rebif is available by prescription only in 22 mcg and 44 mcg pre-filled syringes and a titration pack.

Before beginning treatment, patients should discuss with their doctor the potential benefits and risks associated with Rebif. Let your doctor know if you have a history of depression, seizures, liver disease, thyroid problems, and blood count or bleeding problems or if you have had previous allergic reactions to medications. Tell your doctor about all medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins and herbal supplements. Rebif and other medicines may affect each other causing serious side effects. Talk to your doctor before you take any new medicines. Rebif is not recommended for women who are or plan to become pregnant.

Potential serious side effects of Rebif include depression, liver problems, risk to pregnancy, injection site problems and severe allergic reactions. Allergic reactions are rare and may be associated with difficulty breathing and loss of consciousness, which requires immediate medical attention.

The most common side effects with Rebif are injection site reactions, flu-like symptoms (fever, chills, muscle aches, tiredness), depression, abdominal pain, increased liver enzymes, and blood cell count decreases. Let your doctor know immediately if you have any of these symptoms or feel sad, tired, hot or cold, experience hives, rashes, bruising, yellowing of the skin, or a change in body weight (gain or loss).

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

This information is not intended to replace discussions with your healthcare provider. For additional information about Rebif, please consult the Medication Guide or Prescribing Information and talk to your doctor. You can also call toll free 1-877-44-REBIF (1-877-447-3243). Rebif is available by prescription only.

MS LifeLines is an educational support service for people living with MS and their families. MS LifeLines and MS LifeLines Ambassadors are sponsored by EMD Serono, Inc. and Pfizer Inc.

Rebif, Rebiject II and MS LifeLines are registered trademarks and the Rebif logo is a trademark of EMD Serono, Inc. or its affiliates.

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