No one is ever ready to hear what the stranger in front of them has to say. A neurologist examines your MRI and cerebrospinal fluid test results, gazing and thinking. Do they wonder how they will tell you that from this moment on, your life will change—that you’ll need to adapt your lifestyle to include…

Urinary issues are a frequent and distressing reality for women with multiple sclerosis (MS), and new research suggests these symptoms may diminish quality of life, specifically by fueling feelings of loneliness. While the physical burden of bladder dysfunction is well-documented, this study highlights a critical emotional link, suggesting that clinical care must address the social…

I had the recent honor of attending our nephew’s graduation from Marine Corps basic training. The ceremony on the parade field, along with the events of the previous day, were as stirring as one might imagine, but I think what struck me most was the changes I saw in my nephew. The person we saw…

The first participant has been dosed in a Phase 1 clinical trial testing TNV262, an experimental therapy that Tenvie Therapeutics is developing as a potential treatment for multiple sclerosis (MS) and other conditions including obesity and cardiovascular disease. The Phase 1a/1b study will test single and multiple doses of TNV262 in healthy volunteers and people…

While doctors and specialists view “high-quality” multiple sclerosis (MS) care through the lens of effective treatments and faster diagnosis, patients have a different priority: being heard, according to a recent study. Researchers interviewed a range of specialists and patients to bridge the gap in how these groups define excellence in healthcare. For patients, person-centered care…

Any person who has seen a healthcare professional has probably felt a certain way when being asked any question that pertains to their personal wellness. It stands to reason then, that those who see a healthcare professional more often because … Continue reading → Source: blog.mymsaa.org

A history of infectious mononucleosis, often called “mono,” more than triples the risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS), according to a new study. While scientists have long suspected a link between the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and MS, these findings provide evidence that a documented case of mono serves as a significant red flag for the…

Exposure to higher levels of ground-level ozone may significantly increase the risk that children and teens will develop multiple sclerosis (MS), a new Italian study suggests. Researchers found that for every unit increase in ozone levels in the three years preceding the first MS symptoms, the likelihood of a child or adolescent developing the autoimmune…