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Burgers to Beat MS set for Thursday

Buy a Teen Burger and join in the fight to beat multiple sclerosis. On Thursday, Aug. 16 $2 from every Teen Burger sold at A&W Restaurants across Canada will be donated to the MS Society of Canada.
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On Thursday, Aug. 16 $2 from every Teen Burger sold at A&W Restaurants across Canada will be donated to the MS Society of Canada.

Buy a Teen Burger and join in the fight to beat multiple sclerosis.

On Thursday, Aug. 16 $2 from every Teen Burger sold at A&W Restaurants across Canada will be donated to the MS Society of Canada.

Burgers to Beat MS celebrates its 10th year, having raised more than $750,000 so far in 2018, adding to the $11 million previously raised through the campaign. Money raised helps the MS Society of Canada to fund world-class MS research, programs and services, and advocacy efforts that aim to improve the quality of life for Canadians living with and affected by the disease.

Led by Burgers to Beat MS Team Captain, Christine Sinclair—two-time Olympic bronze medalist and Canadian women's national soccer team captain—Canadians from coast-to-coast are joining the Team to show their support for those affected by MS by rounding up their bill at the A&W register, purchasing limited-edition stickers for $2, and giving through in-restaurant donation mugs.

“Burgers to Beat MS supports a cause that hits very close to home,” said the Burnaby soccer star. “My mom was diagnosed with MS just over 30 years ago, and it had a big impact on me growing up. I watched her struggle and have experienced first-hand what families go through. I want to do anything I can to help put an end to this disease.”

A&W restaurants across Canada—more than 930 locations—are hosting Burgers to Beat MS Day activities, with many featuring the Great A&W Root Bear, A&W Root Beer floats, music, games and other fun activities. Canadians can show their support for the cause, and help raise awareness, by posting on social media using #BurgersToBeatMS and tagging @AWCanada and @MSSocietyCanada.

Canadians can find more information and donate directly to the campaign at www.BurgersToBeatMS.ca.

Canada has one of the highest rates of MS in the world. On average, 11 Canadians are diagnosed with MS every day and women are three times more likely than men to be diagnosed with the disease.

MS is a complex and unpredictable disease that affects each person differently. Common symptoms include: fatigue, dizziness, (muscle) weakness, impaired sensation, vision loss, mood changes, and cognitive impairment. It is the most common neurological disease affecting young adults. The cause of MS remains a mystery and as of today, there is no cure, but each day researchers are learning more about what causes the disease and ways to prevent it.