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Seattle is mosaic of cultures and diverse communities, with an endless supply of inspiring tales to share. Community Stories presents this rich tapestry -- the people, the neighborhoods, the communities, relevant issues, cultural traditions and rich histories that make each of us unique. Learn more about your neighbors on Community Stories.

To submit story input and for further information about Community Stories, please contact: Ian Devier, Community Stories Senior Producer, ian.devier@seattle.gov

Community Stories: Partners in MS
Community Stories: Partners in MS
9/24/200712:00
Filmmaker John Jeffcoat (director Outsourced, (2007)) takes a personal look at living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). The Pacific Northwest has one of the highest MS rates in the nation. Jeffcoat speaks with his wife, Deryn, who was diagnosed with MS in 1990; one of Seattle's leading MS doctors; and a colleague whose partner has MS; to explore the emotional landscape that people and families face with this chronic disease.
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