b'Life with MSTTeecchhTToooollssttooMMaakkeeLLiiffeeEEaassiieerrHHoowwtteecchhnnoollooggyyiisscchhaannggiinnggtthheeggaammeeffoorrppeeoopplleewwiitthhMMSSBy Matt Cavallo Living with multiple sclerosis meansas memory or multitasking, can be difficult. balancing symptoms, schedules, and self-care.Smart assistants such as Alexa, Google Home, Thankfully, todays technology offers tools thator Siri can simplify daily life. can make managing MS more efficient andHow to use them: less stressful. Whether its an app for tracking Set reminders: Alexa, remind me to take symptoms or a voice assistant helping withmy medications at 8 a.m. tasks, here are some must-try tech solutions Get organized: Use lists for groceries, tasks, toempoweryoutowardsanindependentor appointments. You can even share these lifestyle. lists/notes with others so they know your Appppssffoorrssyymmppttoommaannddhheeaalltthh schedule. AmaannaaggeemmeennttControlyourenvironment:Withsmart mWhy they help: Tracking symptoms andplugs and devices, you can turn lights, fans, medications gives you insights to share withor TVs on or off without moving. your doctor and helps you notice patterns.WWeeaarraabblleetteecchhffoorrhheeaalltthhmmoonniittoorriinnggTop apps to try:Why they help: Devices such as tnessMy MS Manager: Designed specically fortrackers or smartwatches monitor your heart peoplewithMS,thisapphelpsyoulograte, sleep, and activity levels, helping you symptoms, track medications, and createpace yourself and stay healthy. doctor reports.Popular tools:CareClinic: A comprehensive health tracker Fitbit: Tracks steps, heart rate, and sleep that lets you monitor symptoms, nutrition,quality to help you manage fatigue. and exercise all in one place. Apple Watch: Offers built-in reminders to stand,Medisafe: A simple app for managing andbreathe, and move throughout the day. reminding you to take medications on time. Oura ring: Monitors heart rate, temperature, Tip: Set gentle app reminders that wontheart rate variability, sleep, and activity.overwhelm you but help to keep you on track.Bonus: Some wearables can send alerts to VVooiicceeaassssiissttaannttss familymembersinemergencies,offering Why they help: Cognitive challenges, suchpeace of mind. msfocusmagazine.org 10'