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Study: Simple sugar may restore neurological function in MS patients

September 19, 2023

Researchers found this dietary supplement improved neurological function in 30 percent of patients.
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“Inverse vaccine” shows potential to treat multiple sclerosis

September 18, 2023

Researchers coupled an antigen with a molecule resembling a fragment of an aged cell that the liver would recognize as friend, rather than foe.
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Online wellness program can improve quality of life

September 14, 2023

Recent study finds some people with MS can benefit from wellness intervention.
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Study: Lack of common description terms may delay spasticity recognition, treatment

September 06, 2023

The findings underscore the importance of education, earlier recognition, and customized treatments tailored to the severity and duration of spasticity symptoms.
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Research suggests MS memory loss, common brain circuit link

August 29, 2023

Researchers showed that lesions associated with MS memory dysfunction connect to a memory circuit.
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New approach may repair nerve sheaths damaged by MS

August 28, 2023

Researchers admit, however, the studies on the tissue section cultures have only limited significance.
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FDA approves biosimilar Tyruko for relapsing forms of MS

August 25, 2023

Tyruko is approved to treat all indications covered by Tysabri and is the first and only FDA-approved biosimilar for relapsing forms of MS.
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Researchers: Engineered probiotic may eventually help treat MS

August 11, 2023

Findings suggest the technique offers a more precise way to target brain inflammation with reduced negative side effects.
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Physical activity may prevent fatigue in MS patients

August 09, 2023

The researchers said patients with MS should find a suitable form of exercise, taking into account their disability, which maintains their functional capacity and reduces fatigue.
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Study: Simple sugar may restore neurological function in MS patients

September 19, 2023

Researchers found this dietary supplement improved neurological function in 30 percent of patients.
Learn more

“Inverse vaccine” shows potential to treat multiple sclerosis

September 18, 2023

Researchers coupled an antigen with a molecule resembling a fragment of an aged cell that the liver would recognize as friend, rather than foe.
Learn more

Online wellness program can improve quality of life

September 14, 2023

Recent study finds some people with MS can benefit from wellness intervention.
Learn more

Study: Lack of common description terms may delay spasticity recognition, treatment

September 06, 2023

The findings underscore the importance of education, earlier recognition, and customized treatments tailored to the severity and duration of spasticity symptoms.
Learn more

Research suggests MS memory loss, common brain circuit link

August 29, 2023

Researchers showed that lesions associated with MS memory dysfunction connect to a memory circuit.
Learn more

New approach may repair nerve sheaths damaged by MS

August 28, 2023

Researchers admit, however, the studies on the tissue section cultures have only limited significance.
Learn more

FDA approves biosimilar Tyruko for relapsing forms of MS

August 25, 2023

Tyruko is approved to treat all indications covered by Tysabri and is the first and only FDA-approved biosimilar for relapsing forms of MS.
Learn more

Researchers: Engineered probiotic may eventually help treat MS

August 11, 2023

Findings suggest the technique offers a more precise way to target brain inflammation with reduced negative side effects.
Learn more

Physical activity may prevent fatigue in MS patients

August 09, 2023

The researchers said patients with MS should find a suitable form of exercise, taking into account their disability, which maintains their functional capacity and reduces fatigue.
Learn more

Researchers probe gut microbiome, MS connection

July 28, 2023

Results make an important contribution to better understanding the development of multiple sclerosis.
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Multiple Sclerosis Coalition applauds World Health Organization decision

July 27, 2023

Decision to add MS treatments to Essential Medicines List will improve access globally.
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Treatment at first signs of MS may lower risk of disability later

July 21, 2023

Authors claim results support the robustness and effectiveness of very early treatment to halt long-term disability progression.
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Oral medication is the leading choice for MS treatment

July 18, 2023

This investigation offers a crucial step in understanding the evolving treatment landscape for MS patients and future research should evaluate the effect of new therapies as they emerge.
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Retinal layer thickness may help diagnose MS

July 07, 2023

The procedure helps to detect the condition at an earlier stage and predict its progression more accurately.
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Study provides new insight into myelin, mechanisms of MS

July 05, 2023

Findings suggest that the understanding of multiple sclerosis needs to change.
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Study suggests genetic link to MS disease progression

June 30, 2023

The researchers said this provides an opportunity to develop new drugs that may help preserve the health of all who suffer from MS.
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Study puts focus on therapy cessation for MS patients 55 and older

June 26, 2023

Findings will aid decision-making when healthcare providers and people with MS discuss potential DMT discontinuation as patients age.
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Study: Pregnancy hormone may repair myelin damage in MS

June 20, 2023

This is the first study to identify a treatment that could repair myelin in the cortex, undoing some of the damage caused by MS.
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