The Latest Breaking News from Multiple Sclerosis

MS patients in England offered 10-minute jab in place of infusions

Ocrelizumab IV administration has taken up to five hours but injections will make ‘significant difference’

The Guardian - UK · Jul 12, 2024

Christina Applegate’s daughter says ‘it’s hard’ seeing her mom ‘struggle’ with MS diagnosis

Applegate’s 13-year-old daughter reveals how she’s been impacted by her mother’s multiple sclerosis

The Independent UK · Jun 25, 2024

Epstein-Barr virus: how does a common infection trick the immune system into attacking the brain in people with MS?

Almost 3 million people worldwide have multiple sclerosis (MS) – an autoimmune disease caused by the immune system mistakenly attacking the brain and central nervous system.

The Conversation · Jun 18, 2024

Multiple sclerosis: blood test that tracks immune response could be first step in developing better treatments

An estimated 2.8 million people worldwide have multiple sclerosis (MS). This autoimmune condition is the result of the immune system damaging parts of the nerves in the brain and spinal cord, which can lead to problems with movement, vision, balance and sensation.

The Conversation · May 24, 2024

What links our Siberian ancestors to a heightened risk of developing multiple sclerosis?

The genetic predisposition to suffering from multiple sclerosis (MS) is closely linked to historical migration patterns, and to our ancestors’ lifestyles. Specifically, MS is linked to the genetic contributions made by nomadic populations who reached Western Europe 5000 years ago from the Siberian Steppe.

The Conversation · May 22, 2024

Climate change is linked to worsening brain diseases – new study

Climate change is making the symptoms of certain brain conditions worse, our new review has found. Conditions that can worsen as temperature and humidity rise include stroke, migraines, meningitis, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, schizophrenia, Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s.

The Conversation · May 16, 2024

Revealed: people with cancer, arthritis and amputations among 40% denied disability benefits

Observer finds thousands of claims for conditions including cerebral palsy and multiple sclerosis are being rejected in England and Wales

The Guardian - UK · May 12, 2024

Multiple sclerosis patients are sensitive to heat: Tips to help them

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks the myelin sheath surrounding nerves in the central nervous system. This leads to communication problems between the brain and the rest of the body, causing various symptoms like fatigue, muscle weakness, and problems with coordination and balance.…

The Times of India · May 1, 2024

Jamie-Lynn Sigler Reveals Secret Battle With Multiple Sclerosis On Set

Actress Jamie-Lynn Sigler opens up about her battle with MS, finding support from Sopranos co-stars James Gandolfini and Edie Falco. She now advocates for ...

Top News · Apr 27, 2024

Obese children twice as likely to develop multiple sclerosis, study suggests

Swedish researchers say inflammation caused by obesity is likely to increase risk of developing conditions such as MS

The Guardian - UK · Mar 28, 2024