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- [REPAIRING MS - The Quest to Rebuild Myelin](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/repairing-ms-the-quest-to-rebuild-myelin/) - Very interesting Podcast by Dr. Barry Singer, MD - Neurology The quest to repair the damage caused by multiple sclerosis is gaining momentum, with scientists working to restore lost function and slow progression by rebuilding myelin—the protective coating of nerve cells. Within the brain and spinal cord, immature myelin-making cells called OPCs hold promise, but
- [Fasting and MS , by Brandon Beaber, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/fasting-and-ms-by-brandon-beaber-md/) - Hmmmmmmmm -- Watch, LISTEN CAREFULLY, and who knows.. Maybe this "can" work for you. ======================
- [Exercise and Cognition in Multiple Sclerosis in 2025: Forward Momentum or Going Nowhere Fast?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/exercise-and-cognition-in-multiple-sclerosis-in-2025-forward-momentum-or-going-nowhere-fast/) - Published: 11 September 2025 Brian M. Sandroff & Robert W. Motl Abstract Purpose of Review There is increasing interest in the study of exercise training as an approach to treat the cognitive consequences of multiple sclerosis (MS). The current paper reviews recent research on exercise training effects on cognition in MS, and provides several future directions for
- [What Does It Mean to Die From ‘Complications of MS’?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-does-it-mean-to-die-from-ms-complications/) - A death of a beloved Hollywood star brings the familiar cultural circumlocution. By Trevis Gleason for Life With Multiple Sclerosis / Fact-CheckedEveryday Health Blogs - first published in 2024 Many times over the decades that I’ve lived with multiple sclerosis (MS), I’ve heard about some distant relation or acquaintance of a friend’s friend who “died from
- [Role of vitamin D as adjuvant therapy on multiple sclerosis:](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/role-of-vitamin-d-as-adjuvant-therapy-on-multiple-sclerosis/) - Role of vitamin D as adjuvant therapy on multiple sclerosis: an updated systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials Ibrahim Serag, Mohamed Abouzid, Khalid Radwan Alsaadany, Mohamed Hendawy, Hossam Tharwat Ali, Yazan Yaseen & Mostafa Hossam El din Moawad Abstract Background Multiple sclerosis (MS) is the most common demyelinating disorder affecting the central nervous system,
- [MS vision problems: Common eye symptoms](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-vision-problems-common-eye-symptoms/) - Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disorder that occurs when the immune system accidentally attacks healthy parts of the central nervous system, including the nerves that connect the eyes to the brain, and those that control the muscles involved in eye movement. As a result, many people with MS experience vision problems in the affected eye. In fact,
- [Broca’s Aphasia](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/brocas-aphasia/) - Broca’s aphasia is a language disorder that affects communication. You know what to say but have trouble speaking. It takes a lot of effort to say a complete sentence so you may remove certain words to make it easier. Aphasia can lead to social isolation and mental health challenges. Speech therapy can help. Overview What
- [Researchers Find Gut Bacteria That May Be Linked to MS ](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/researchers-find-gut-bacteria-that-may-be-linked-to-ms/) - Research out of the Max Planck Institute in Germany showed that specific types of bacteria living in the human gut may be linked to MS susceptibility.The cause of MS is not known, and scientists believe that a mix of genetic and environmental factors trigger the disease. Through the Munich MS Twin Study, researchers studied pairs of
- [I am a warrior. I am my own advocate, and I will prevail.](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/i-am-a-warrior/) - Just about a month ago, I was feeling like crap. I had a difficulty walking through an airport without being winded and coughing. My legs are tired and my lungs just weren’t working as I knew they should. Still had an event to do in Alabama and I made it work. Though I needed a
- [MS and Driving](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-and-driving/) - Driving with MS isn’t just about getting from point A to point B — it’s like adding a few extra “levels” to the game of life. And sometimes the game throws cheat codes you didn’t ask for. Here’s how MS can sneak into your driving seat: Vision problems – blurry sight, double vision, or delayed
- [video: Moderated & Public Q&A with MS Neurologists Boster and LaGanke](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-moderated-public-qa-with-ms-neurologists-boster-and-laganke/) - Event date: July 26, 2025 Moderator: Stuart Schlossman, President of MS Views and News / MS Patient Advocate At the MS SYMPOSIUM ALABAMA - Date: July 26, 2025 Stuart hosts an interactive, moderated Q&A format with MS Neurologists on specific in-depth topics. We encourage you to listen and learn from this special session so you
- [video: Understanding MS Disease Progression and Effective Treatments](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-understanding-ms-disease-progression-and-effective-treatments/) - Event date: July 26, 2025 Presented by: Aaron Boster, MD- Director of the Boster MS Center in Columbus, OH Topics: Understanding MS progression. MS is not the same for everyone. What does progression look like? A quick look at today’s High Efficacy MS treatment options. Visit www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews to watch others video from this MS Symposium
- [video: Living Well with MS plus the Impact of Lifestyle Choices and more](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-living-well-with-ms-plus-the-impact-of-lifestyle-choices-and-more/) - Event date: July 26, 2025 -- Presented by: Chris LaGanke, MD-MS Neurologist at Joanne P. LaGanke MS Center in Cullman, AL Topics: Discussion includes Living well with MS, the impact of lifestyle choices, MS relapse and recovery, plus MS spasticity, neurosensory pain, fatigue and more. Visit www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews to watch others video from this MS Symposium
- [Learning about Occupational Therapy in MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/learning-about-occupational-therapy-in-ms/) - Presented by: Karen Hislop, OTR, ARP, CDRS, CLT Topics: What is Occupational Therapy? Learn about neuroplasticity and neurorehabilitation devices, the future of neurorehabilitation isn't coming-it's already here! Visit www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews to watch others video from this MS Symposium in July 2025
- [Guest Voice: What ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ teaches us about living with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/guest-voice-what-its-a-wonderful-life-teaches-us-about-living-with-ms/) - Like the film's protagonist, my life today is smaller than I imagined by Donald Kushner M.D. | August 15, 2025 Donald Kushner, MD, is a retired physician, board certified in internal medicine and hospice and palliative care. He has been living with multiple sclerosis (MS) for more than 20 years and draws on his dual perspective as both doctor and
- [Does MS Cause Watery Eyes or Dry Eyes? Eye Symptoms in Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/does-ms-cause-watery-eyes-or-dry-eyes-eye-symptoms-in-multiple-sclerosis/) - Medically reviewed by Federica Polidoro, M.D. - Written by Imee Williams - MyMSTeam.com Updated on July 16, 2025 Key Takeaways Eye problems like optic neuritis, double vision, and involuntary eye movements are common early signs of multiple sclerosis. Many people experience eye problems as one of the early signs of multiple sclerosis (MS). The most common eye
- [GOAT MILK Fundraiser](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/goat-milk-fundraiser/) - Pagnotta Family Farm is proud to partner with MS Views & News (MSVN) to raise funds in support of their educational programs and outreach efforts that benefit people living with Multiple Sclerosis. We are donating 10% of all sales generated through this initiative to MSVN. How It Works 1. Visit us online at: www.pagnottafarm.com 2.
- [Shaping Tomorrow Together survey](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/shaping-tomorrow-together-survey/) - Shaping Tomorrow Together is a meeting that will bring people living with and caring for someone with MS together to share what matters most to them about current and future treatments. The anonymous survey will take about 45 minutes to complete, depending on how much detail you share through multiple-choice and open-text responses. It has
- [Caring a Parent with Alzheimer's disease (AD)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/caring-a-parent-with-alzheimers-disease-ad/) - Source: Savannah Neurology -- Link found at bottom of article Continue reading the rest of this important article by clicking here``````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````
- [How to Manage Speech Problems Caused by MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-to-manage-speech-problems-caused-by-ms/) - Speech problems in MS occur when the brain’s ability to send messages to the muscles used in speaking is disrupted. These symptoms may come and go or become more persistent over time, especially as the disease progresses and causes more lasting nerve damage. Not being able to communicate effectively is not only frustrating, but it
- [Foot Drop or Dropped Foot](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/foot-drop-or-dropped-foot/) - Foot drop Foot drop, or dropped foot, is a symptom of multiple sclerosis caused by disruption in the nerve pathway between the legs and your brain. This disruption means it is difficult to lift the front of your foot to the correct angle during walking. As a result, your foot hangs down and may catch or drag
- [Life changing: getting around with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/life-changing-getting-around-with-ms/) - The Multiple Sclerosis Trust has released a new report which highlights the impact of MS on travel and transport outside the home. Our research shines a light on the significant and complex challenges facing people with MS when looking to travel outside their homes. We want to thank the 999 people with MS who shared their
- [Neural stem cell therapy repairs myelin in MS mouse model: Study](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/neural-stem-cell-therapy-repairs-myelin-in-ms-mouse-model-study/) - Research suggests potential new way to treat progressive forms of disease by Steve Bryson, PhD | July 11, 2025 Treatment with neural stem cells, which have the ability to differentiate into neurons and other supportive cells of the nervous system, was safe and significantly boosted myelin repair in spinal cord lesions in a mouse model
- [Pelvic floor training](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/pelvic-floor-training/) - Do you have bowel, bladder and/or sexual problems? Here, I discuss pelvic floor exercises, which may help alleviate all these symptoms. Pelvic floor exercises are one of the treatments recommended for all patients with bladder problems.1 However, when I ask patients if their continence advisors have formally instructed them on how to do these exercises, most
- [Erectile Dysfunction Can Affect Most Men With MS, Analysis Suggests](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/erectile-dysfunction-can-affect-most-men-with-ms-analysis-suggests-2/) - written in 2022 - The risk of erectile dysfunction was about three times greater in men with multiple sclerosis (MS) compared with healthy men, according to a recent meta-analysis of published studies. It was identified in nearly half of the 2,760 adult male patients in these studies, highlighting the importance of diagnosing and treating erectile dysfunction in patients. “To
- [Hormone therapy may boost disease activity in older MS men](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/hormone-therapy-may-boost-disease-activity-in-older-ms-men/) - Increases, not expected decreases, found with androgens in small studyby Steve Bryson, PhD | June 30, 2025 Older men with multiple sclerosis (MS) who use medicines that reduce the levels of androgens, or male sex hormones, experience sustained or increased disease activity instead of the expected decreases that typically happen with advancing age, a small study suggests.
- [Q&A  - Male sexual dysfunction in MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/qa-male-sexual-dysfunction-in-ms/) - Sexual dysfunction is a common symptom in men with MS, with a prevalence that surpasses that seen in the general population and other chronic disease states.Gavin Giovannoni - Jul 01, 2025 I am a 30-year-old man with relapsing MS. I was diagnosed when I was in my first year of University, aged 18. I presented
- ["Breaking Barriers: The Potential of CAR-T Cell Therapy in Multiple Sclerosis"](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/breaking-barriers-the-potential-of-car-t-cell-therapy-in-multiple-sclerosis/) - CLICK HERE, - to listen to this Round Table discussion To stay up to date with MS news, patient programs, resources and information, click here. -------------------------------------------------------------------------
- [The latest research in exercise for MS with Dr Robert Motl](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-latest-research-in-exercise-for-ms/) - An Overcoming MS - Living Well Podcast
- [Let's Learn More About MS Symptoms Management, with Aaron Boster, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/learn-about-ms-symptoms-management-with-aaron-boster-md/) - Click image to begin watching After watching this program, connect with others living with, or affected by MS simply by clicking here
- [Foralumab Nasal Spray May Offer New Hope for MS Treatment](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/foralumab-nasal-spray-may-offer-new-hope-for-ms-treatment/) - Contributor:Tanuja Chitnis, MD, FAAN A new nasal spray treatment called foralumab may offer hope for those living with multiple sclerosis (MS). Mass General Brigham researchers recently completed a phase 1 clinical trial of foralumab, which shows promise in reducing MS symptoms and improving the quality of life for those affected by this condition. “Our research
- [Active Social Life Linked to Better Physical, Psychological Health](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/active-social-life-linked-to-better-physical-psychological-health/) - Greater engagement in social activities and positive social support were associated with better physical and psychological health among people with multiple sclerosis (MS) in a recent study. These data “suggest that social integration and social support should be a crucial part of MS management,” the researchers wrote, adding that the findings may “implore MS practitioners to pay
- [12 MS Triggers and How to Avoid Them](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/12-ms-triggers-and-how-to-avoid-them/) - Medically reviewed by Heidi Moawad, M.D. — Written by Kimberly Holland — Triggers of MS symptoms, such as vitamin deficiencies and stress, may contribute to worsening symptoms and vary from person to person. Identifying and avoiding your MS triggers may help prevent relapses. Multiple sclerosis (MS) triggers include anything that worsens your symptoms or causes a relapse. You can often
- [UC San Diego Researchers Find Evidence of Accelerated Aging in Children with Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/uc-san-diego-researchers-find-evidence-of-accelerated-aging-in-children-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - First-of-its kind study reveals signs of premature biological aging in teenagers with MS pointing to new treatment possibilities beyond immunosuppression June 9, 2025 Researchers from University of California San Diego School of Medicine have discovered that children living with multiple sclerosis (MS) show signs of accelerated biological aging, even in their teenage years. The research
- [20 Healthy Snack Ideas Under 100 Calories](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/20-healthy-snack-ideas/) - Smart snacking can be the difference between easy weight loss and a permanently stuck scale. By Lauren Bedosky Updated on October 25, 2023Medically Reviewed by Reyna Franco, RDN When the afternoon slump hits, it can be tempting to reach for the candy jar or swing by the vending machine. But while that sugar rush may
- [Reversing MS Symptoms? The Power of Remyelination - video with Aaron Boster, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/reversing-ms-symptoms-the-power-of-remyelination/) - Can your brain repair itself after MS damage? In this video, Dr. Aaron Boster dives into the groundbreaking field of remyelination—the process of repairing damaged myelin in the brain and spinal cord. Learn how this exciting research could help reverse MS symptoms like pain, mobility issues, and cognitive fog. From promising clinical trials to the
- [MS Demystified: What You Need to Know About Multiple Sclerosis Today -](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-demystified-what-you-need-to-know/) - Another amazing learning video from MS Neurologist/ Autoimmunologist, Aaron Boster, MD Watch video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QtHfh4ya_Ds Keep up to date with MS news and information when registered here: https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/join-the-community/ Join our Community Chat, by signing-up, here: www.skool.com/msviewsandnews
- [MS Progression or Just a Bad Day? The Romberg Test Every MS Patient Should Know](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-progression-or-just-a-bad-day-the-romberg-test-every-ms-patient-should-know/) - Use this 60 second test to determine if you're experiencing MS progression or not! Join me as I explain what this test is, why your doctors may use it during visits, and what it means for your MS progression. Watch and Learn from Dr. Gretchen, here: https://youtu.be/0hLw6T2Tiv8
- [HAPPY FEET, HEALTHIER YOU](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/happy-feet-healthier-you/) - May 2025 By: Mindy Eisenberg, MHSA, C-IAYT, ERYT-500 with Bettyanne Hodges, Director of Marketing, YMMS To learn more about Mindy Eisenberg, Director of Yoga Moves MS and Bettyanne Hodges, Director of Marketing, or to learn more about our specialized classes for students with MS, Parkinson’s Disease, and related conditions go to Yoga Moves MS Website.
- [Fumarates Lead to Lower Infection-Related Healthcare Resource Utilization Relative to Anti-CD20s](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/fumarates-lead-to-lower-infection-related-healthcare-resource-utilization-relative-to-anti-cd20s/) - May 30, 2025 Key Takeaways Long-term fumarate therapy in MS patients showed significantly lower infection-related HCRU compared to anti-CD20 therapies, with a 30% lower risk of infection events. MS-related healthcare encounters were 26% lower at year 3 and 31% lower at year 4+ for fumarates versus anti-CD20s. A study reveals long-term fumarate therapy significantly reduces
- [MS Therapy Cladribine Remains Effective in Patients With Suboptimal Response to Prior Injectable DMT](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-therapy-cladribine-remains-effective-in-patients-with-suboptimal-response-to-prior-injectable-dmt/) - May 14, 2025 Cladribine shows promising results in reducing relapse rates for patients with relapsing multiple sclerosis after inadequate response to injectable therapies. MS Therapy Cladribine Remains Effective in Patients With Suboptimal Response to Prior Injectable DMT In the phase 4 CLICK-MS study (NCT03933215), treatment with cladribine (Mavenclad; EMD Serono) following suboptimal response to prior
- [Starting Comprehensive Multiple Sclerosis Care at Initial Diagnosis: Mary R. Rensel, MD, FAAN, ABIHM](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/starting-comprehensive-multiple-sclerosis-care-at-initial-diagnosis-mary-r-rensel-md-faan-abihm/) - Author(s): Mary Rensel, MD, FAAN, ABIHM and Isabella Ciccone, MPH May 31, 2025 Conferences|Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers Annual Meeting (CMSC) The associate professor of medicine at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine highlighted the importance of early, multidisciplinary intervention for patients with multiple sclerosis. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes] WATCH TIME: 3 minutes "You
- [Rebound Effect Not Observed With Multiple Sclerosis Therapy Ozanimod](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/rebound-effect-not-observed-with-multiple-sclerosis-therapy-ozanimod/) - Author: Marco Meglio - May 29, 2025 Key Takeaways Variability in PIRA incidence and persistence is influenced by definition parameters, highlighting the need for a standardized definition in MS research. The study analyzed 33,303 patients, revealing that baseline disability and confirmation period significantly affect PIRA detection. A recent large cohort analysis of global MS registry
- [Two-Year CHIMES Study Data Highlight Effect of Ocrelizumab in Diverse Relapsing MS Patient Population](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/two-year-chimes-study-data-highlight-effect-of-ocrelizumab-in-diverse-relapsing-ms-patient-population/) - Key Takeaways Ocrelizumab treatment improved perceived symptoms and fatigue in Black and Hispanic/Latino RMS patients, with notable fatigue improvement in Hispanic patients. Cognitive improvements were observed in Hispanic patients, while Black patients showed no significant cognitive changes. High rates of no evidence of disease activity (NEDA) were achieved, with significant reductions in work productivity impairment.
- [Uhthoff's phenomenon](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/uhthoffs-phenomenon/) - Uhthoff's phenomenon or Uhthoff's sign is the temporary worsening of MS symptoms caused by an increase in temperature. It is usually applied to optic neuritis and other visual symptoms but can also refer to fatigue, pain, balance, weakness, bladder issues, cognitive or sensory symptoms. The condition is named after Wilhelm Uhthoff, a German neuro-opthamologist, who first described it in
- [We Created Something Nice for You](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/we-created-something-nice-for-you/) - You’ve been part of the MS Views and News community for a while now, and we’re excited to share something new with you. We just launched a private online space where you can:• Stay updated on MS wellness and research• Connect with others who understand• Get access to helpful videos, tools, and resources Here’s your
- [Register for the global World MS Day webcast](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/register-for-the-global-world-ms-day-webcast/) - Hi everyone, Just Days to go! Join us for a powerful global conversation on MS diagnosis at the World MS Day webcast: Improving MS Diagnosis Globally. World MS Day global webcast Early diagnosis of MS is vital to enable early treatment and reduce future disability. Yet the MS community face barriers preventing early diagnosis in 83%
- [Genentech Provides Update on Phase III Ocrevus High Dose Study in People With Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/genentech-provides-update-on-phase-iii-ocrevus-high-dose-study-in-people-with-relapsing-multiple-sclerosis-2/) - MUSETTE trial was designed to determine whether a higher dose of the currently approved Ocrevus IV 600 mg would provide additional benefit to people living with relapsing multiple sclerosis The trial did not meet its primary endpoint; results support Ocrevus IV 600 mg as the optimal dose to slow disability progression High dose was well tolerated
- [How to Prevent and Relieve Leg Cramps](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-to-prevent-and-relieve-leg-cramps/) - Does a leg cramp or charley horse frequently keep you up at night? Find out how to get relief fast and prevent cramps from coming back. Have you ever felt a sudden tightening and pain in your leg? What you felt was most likely a leg cramp, an involuntary contraction of muscles in your leg.
- [16 Million Older Americans are Not Claiming Their Food Benefits, AARP Reports](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/16-million-older-americans-are-not-claiming-their-food-benefits-aarp-reports/) - As food insecurity and hunger rates rise, SNAP benefits are going unused By Emily Paulin, - Updated April 10, 2025 AARP En español Published April 04, 2025 Nearly 60 percent of low-income older adults who qualify for federal food assistance aren’t using it, according to a new analysis by AARP’s Public Policy Institute. Some 16 million — or 59 percent
- [Weight Loss for Wheelchair Users](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/weight-loss-for-wheelchair-users/) - Reframing Weight Loss for Wheelchair Users April 25, 2025 Seth McBride I’d like to start this conversation about weight loss with a simple suggestion: Let’s stop talking about weight loss. For one, weight loss is a loaded term and almost guaranteed to spark fights over diet versus exercise, what type of diet works best, what types
- [Pediatric MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/pediatric-ms/) - Overview Pediatric-onset multiple sclerosis (POMS) occurs when MS is diagnosed before 18 years of age. Approximately 3%-5% of all individuals with MS experience disease onset before age 16 (Belman et al., 2016; Chitnis et al., 2009; Boiko et al., 2002; Duquette et al., 1987). POMS is almost exclusively diagnosed as a relapsing-remitting course, with frequency of primary progressive
- [AAN 2025: Insights on Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis Treatment and Management](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/aan-2025-insights-on-pediatric-multiple-sclerosis/) - Author(s): Luke Halpern, Assistant Editor, Lauren B. Krupp, MD, FAAN Lauren B. Krupp, MD, FAAN, provides comprehensive guidance on treating pediatric multiple sclerosis, emphasizing early intervention, high-efficacy therapies, and holistic family support. In an interview with Pharmacy Times®, Lauren B. Krupp, MD, FAAN, director of the Multiple Sclerosis Comprehensive Care Center at NYU Langone Health, discussed
- [Current advances in the pharmacological prevention and management of cognitive dysfunction in multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/current-advances-in-the-pharmacological-prevention-and-management-of-cognitive-dysfunction-in-multiple-sclerosis/) - ABSTRACT Introduction Cognitive impairment (CI) is a core feature of Multiple Sclerosis (MS), being detectable in up to 65% of subjects. Treatment of CI can be considered of paramount importance. However, no standardized strategies are available to date to define the best treatment approach, especially for the pharmacological management. Areas covered In this narrative review,
- [AI tool effectively measures MS disease activity from 1 MRI scan](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ai-tool-effectively-measures-ms-disease-activity/) - MindGlide to be used in research to assess brain damage, treatment by Marisa Wexler, MS | April 9, 2025 A new artificial intelligence (AI) tool called MindGlide can accurately calculate, from a single MRI scan, multiple aspects of brain damage related to multiple sclerosis (MS) — even when employed with routine scans that are not typically used
- [Understanding the Causes and Symptoms of Leg Cramps](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/understanding-the-causes-and-symptoms-of-leg-cramps/) - Date: February 27, 2024 Leg cramps, commonly referred to as muscle spasms are abrupt and often agonizing occurrences that catch individuals off guard, leaving them in search of immediate relief. While generally harmless, comprehending the causes and symptoms of leg cramps is crucial for effectively managing and preventing their onset. In this article, we will explore the various factors
- [AAN 2025: CAR T-cell therapy for MS shows safety, efficacy in trials](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/aan-2025-car-t-cell-therapy-for-ms-shows-safety-efficacy/) - KYV-101 tested in PPMS, SPMS patients in 2 Phase 1 studies by Andrea Lobo, PhD | April 15, 2025 Kyverna Therapeutics’ CAR T-cell therapy candidate KYV-101 was deemed safe and well tolerated, and showed preliminary signs of efficacy, in people with progressive forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) in clinical testing. That’s according to data from two investigator-initiated Phase 1 trials,
- [Managing the Cost of Long-Term Care](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/managing-the-cost-of-long-term-care/) - Mar 07, 2025 The cost of long-term care is significant—and something most retirees will face. Here's what to consider when deciding between self-funding or purchasing long-term care insurance. Close to 70% of today's 65-year-olds will require long-term care1—ranging from in-home health aides to full-fledged nursing homes—and the costs are staggering. The median annual outlay in 2023
- [A Short Guide to Disability Benefits for Veterans with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/a-short-guide-to-disability-benefits-for-veterans-with-ms/) - So, you have MS. You may also be a Veteran of the United States military. What kinds of benefits and resources are available to those who have served and are now living with this debilitating disease? Here we hope you’ll find our beginner’s guide helpful in your search for benefits and resources. Having MS and
- [Share Your Story: Military and Veterans Living with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/share-your-story-military-and-veterans-living-with-ms/) - Click HERE, to SHARE YOUR STORY National MS Society related
- [What Migraine Treatment is Right for You?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/migraine-treatment/) - There’s no cure for migraine. However, regardless of the type of migraine you have, a range of treatments can help you manage migraine symptoms and, in some cases, make them less frequent and severe.[1]Doctors generally classify migraine drugs as acute or preventive treatments. Acute treatments reduce pain and other symptoms at the first sign of
- [Is Blue Light Messing With Your Sleep?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/is-blue-light-messing-with-your-sleep/) - By Adam Felman Updated on April 8, 2025Medically Reviewed by Abhinav Singh, MD Our smartphones, computer screens, televisions, the fluorescent lights in the office, and the sun all emit blue light. And experts want you to know that yes, exposure to blue light does affect sleep. Read on to learn how blue light impacts sleep, how
- [Press Release: Tolebrutinib phase 3 data published in NEJM demonstrate benefit on disability progression in multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/press-release-tolebrutinib-phase-3-data-update/) - Tolebrutinib phase 3 data published in NEJM demonstrate benefit on disability progression in multiple sclerosis Results from the HERCULES phase 3 study showed delay in disability progression in people living with non-relapsing secondary progressive multiple sclerosis Tolebrutinib has the potential to be the first therapy to modulate immunologic drivers of chronic inflammation behind the blood–brain
- [Demyelination and Demyelinating Disease](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/demyelination-and-demyelinating-disease/) - Medically reviewed by Susan W. Lee, DO — Written by Heather Hobbs — Updated on January 29, 2025 Demyelination refers to damage to the myelin around nerves. Myelin coats many nerves in the body, but it can become damaged due to inflammation from viral infections, autoimmune diseases, and other causes. Nerves send and receive messages
- [Genentech Provides Update on Phase III Ocrevus High Dose Study in People With Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/genentech-provides-update-on-phase-iii-ocrevus-high-dose-study-in-people-with-relapsing-multiple-sclerosis/) - - MUSETTE trial was designed to determine whether a higher dose of the currently approved Ocrevus IV 600 mg would provide additional benefit to people living with relapsing multiple sclerosis - - The trial did not meet its primary endpoint; results support Ocrevus IV 600 mg as the optimal dose to slow disability progression - - High dose
- [Study Finds Smoking and Obesity Interact to Speed Progression of MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/study-finds-smoking-and-obesity-interact-to-speed-progression-of-ms/) - Among 3,336 people with MS, smoking and obesity together increased the risk of disease progression and cognitive decline. Learn more about these risk factors and how to stop smoking and control weight below. Background: Previous studies have shown that smoking and obesity are independently associated with faster disease progression and lower cognitive performance in people with
- [The Ultimate Travel Checklist for the Person with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-ultimate-travel-checklist-for-the-person-with-ms/) - You may want to plan ahead for traveling with multiple sclerosis (MS). This can include calling travel companies or airports, exploring mobility options, and how you pack and decide on travel plans. Traveling can be challenging for just about anyone, but throw in MS and all its baggage, and you can end up exhausted and
- [URGENT Message: MS Research Program (MSRP) Unfunded in Fiscal Year 2025 by Congress](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/urgent-message-ms-research-program-msrp-unfunded-in-fiscal-year-2025-by-congress/) - Updated: March 18, 2025 On Tuesday, March 18, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society learned the Multiple Sclerosis Research Program (MSRP) has been unfunded for fiscal year 25. The Society was shared a directive from Congressional Appropriations Committees’ Defense Subcommittee Chairman, Sen. Mitch McConnell and Rep. Ken Calvert, regarding Project Level Adjustments to the Congressionally Directed
- [What to Know About Multiple Sclerosis Progression in Chart Form](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-to-know-about-multiple-sclerosis-progression-in-chart-form/) - A more visual explanation of the progression of MS can be helpful for understanding your symptoms and the type of MS you currently have. Over the past few decades, the quality of life and life expectancy for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) has improved significantly. MS is a neurological condition that affects nearly 1 million U.S.
- [How a Portable Electric Mobility Scooter Can Transform Your Independence](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-a-portable-electric-mobility-scooter-can-transform-your-independence/) - Regain Your Independence with Portable Electric Mobility Scooters Mobility issues can dampen independence and make even the simplest daily tasks feel like a chore. It’s understandable to feel frustrated, especially for seniors and those with limited mobility. That’s where portable electric scooters come in! They’re a game-changer, letting people reclaim their freedom and confidence while
- [Multiple Sclerosis Activism and Healthcare](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-activism-and-healthcare/) - --- In the halls of Congress and in state and local government, we are advocating for accessible, affordable health coverage and care to help you live your best life with multiple sclerosis. Whether it is prompt medical appointments, coverage of medication that alters the course of your disease or caregivers who improve the quality of
- [7 Things ER Doctors Say You Should Always Do After A Fall](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/7-things-er-doctors-say-you-should-always-do-after-a-fall/) - Always Do After A Fall Neglecting these crucial steps can actually lead to more serious health problems. By Kelsey Borresen People of any age are susceptible to falling, but older adults are especially at risk. Falls are the leading cause of injury and injury death for people over the age of 65 and were responsible for
- [How to Get Through a Spinal Tap to Confirm an MS Diagnosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/spinal-tap-to-confirm-an-ms-diagnosis/) - By Ana Sandoiu ----- Updated on March 7, 2025Medically Reviewed by: Jason Paul Chua, MD, PhD In many if not most cases, neurologists can diagnose multiple sclerosis (MS) on the basis of symptoms, along with an MRI scan of the brain and spinal cord. But when results aren’t conclusive, they might turn to a spinal tap, also known as
- [Fatigue in MS – a disabling symptom](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/fatigue-in-ms-a-disabling-symptom/) - By Gavin Giovannoni on March 24, 2025 Fatigue in MS is common, but it is often not investigated or managed properly. This post highlights the complexity of MS-related fatigue and explains why and how to manage it holistically. Key points The different mechanisms underlying MS-related fatigue are explained. The MS disease process, the burden of
- [Sleep disrupted by pain and discomfort](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/sleep-disrupted-by-pain-and-discomfort/) - Here I provide some practical guidance on managing the discomfort of being unable to turn in bed and suggest ways to reduce unpleasant sensations in the legs from restless legs syndrome (RLS) and other conditions that can hinder sleep. Key points Stretching, exercises, medication and various physical devices and aids can help relieve your discomfort
- [RUNNING OUT OF RETIREMENT MONEY 💸 – The nightmare of outliving your savings! 😱‌  ](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/running-out-of-retirement-money/) - THE GREAT TERROR: RUNNING OUT OF RETIREMENT MONEY The anxiety of running out of money during retirement is a pervasive fear that can cast a shadow over your golden years. It’s not just a fleeting thought; it’s a nagging worry that lingers as you approach this significant life transition. Whether you choose to retire at
- [How MS Affects Your Skin](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-ms-affects-your-skin/) - When Multiple Sclerosis Causes Skin Symptoms Damage to the brain and spinal cord can cause a variety of abnormal sensations in the skin. However, the sensations actually have nothing to do with the skin. By: Cathy Cassata Medically Reviewed by: Jason Paul Chua, MD, PhD Virtually all symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS) are a result of the
- [Patient Experiences with the Impacts of Multiple Sclerosis & Disease-Modifying Therapies](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/patient-experiences-with-the-impacts-of-multiple-sclerosis-disease-modifying-therapies/) - Bari Talente,1 Lisbet T Finseth,1 Natalie Blake,2 Kathleen Costello,3 Hollie Schmidt,4 Joe Vandigo,5 Elisabeth M Oehrlein51National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Washington, DC, USA; 2Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA; 3Can Do Multiple Sclerosis, Avon, CO, USA; 4Accelerated Cure Project for Multiple Sclerosis, Waltham, MA, USA; 5Applied Patient Experience, Washington, DC, USACorrespondence: Joe Vandigo, Applied Patient Experience, Washington, DC, USA, Email jvandigo@appliedpx.com Bari Talente, National Multiple Sclerosis Society,
- [What Is an MS Zinger and How Can You Manage It?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-is-an-ms-zinger/) - Article created by Healthline MS “zingers” refer to neuropathic sensations, such as pain or pins and needles, caused by multiple sclerosis-related damage. Treatment can involve medical treatment and avoiding triggers. Do you ever feel sharp, prickling, radiating pain that seems to come out of nowhere? Does the temperature outside, warm or cold, stir up electric
- [ACTRIMS 2025: Tolebrutinib impact greater in MS patients with PRLs](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/actrims-2025-tolebrutinib-impact-greater-in-ms-patients-with-prls/) - Treatment candidate found effective in reducing disability progression risk by Andrea Lobo, PhD | March 5, 2025 --- #ACTRIMS Sanofi’s experimental BTK inhibitor tolebrutinib is more effective at reducing the risk of disability progression in people with multiple sclerosis (MS) who have evidence of paramagnetic rim lesions (PRL), according to a new analysis of three Phase 3 clinical trials. PRLs are a
- [Sleep Better tonight](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/sleep-better-tonight/) - Written By: Mindy Eisenberg, MHSA, C-IAYT, ERYT-500 with Bettyanne Hodges, Director of Marketing, YMMS
- [“The Amazing Race” Host Phil Keoghan's Dedication to MS and TBI Awareness](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-amazing-race-host-phil-keoghans-dedication-to-ms-and-tbi-awareness/) - Phil Keoghan has cycled thousands of miles to raise money for multiple sclerosis. He also advocates for those with traumatic brain injury. Along the way, he encourages people with either condition to exercise. Click Here to read more: https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/amazing-race-phil-keoghans-ms-tbi-awareness -------------------
- [2024 Report Launched: Brain health --> time matters](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/2024-report-launched-brain-health-time-matters/) - Multiple sclerosis (MS), neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD), myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody-associated disease (MOGAD) and related conditions #BrainHealthTM #BrainHealth #MSBH #OHPF #MSTimeMatters #NMOSDTimeMatters #MOGADTimeMatters MS Brain Health(TM) is delighted to announce that our new ‘Brain health – time matters’ report has been successfully launched and is available to access! This covers the latest advancements and
- [Sleep quality worse for MS patients than healthy people, study finds](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/sleep-quality-worse-for-ms-patients-than-healthy-people-study-finds/) - Sleep problems tied to fatigue, anxiety; should be addressed by clinicians by Patricia Inacio, PhD | February 3, 2025 While people with multiple sclerosis (MS) seem to get a similar quantity of sleep relative to individuals without the disease, MS patients have significantly worse sleep quality than their healthy counterparts, according to a new review of several published studies. The
- [MS Pain -- Watch and Learn](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-pain-watch-and-learn/) - Wanting those that also have MS pain, to learn more about it:Watch and learn from @AaronBoster,MD
- [Occupational therapy focuses on improving the patient's ability to perform activities while reducing barriers](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/occupational-therapy-reducing-barriers/) - Note: If new to our archives and website, Click Here, so you do not miss other tidbits of information or in-person and online events CLICK image to watch video:
- [Multiple Sclerosis and Lhermitte’s Sign: 4 Things To Know](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-and-lhermittes-sign-4-things-to-know/) - Note: If new to our archives and website, click here, so you do not miss other tidbits of information or in-person and online events Imagine feeling like you’re getting a sudden electric shock every time you move your head or neck — that’s the sensation known as Lhermitte’s sign. Some people living with multiple sclerosis (MS)
- ["The Immune System and MS Forum" - EASY Learning](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-immune-system-and-ms/) - Watch and Listen as MS Neurologists, Ben Thrower, MD and Aaron Boster, MD accurately and easily describe Multiple Sclerosis and the Immune System. The Reasons for the MS Symptoms and how to combat. Plus hear of the medications or therapies to treat. CLICK, WATCH and LEARN.......... To watch the MS WELLNESS program with Megan Weigel,
- ["The Immune System and MS Forum"- Learn How Lifestyle can Affect Immune Health](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-lifestyle-choices-can-impact-immune-health/) - Nutrition, Lifestyle, Movement & Relaxation To watch the program mentioned by Megan with Doctors Thrower and Boster, please click here (Program occurred in March 2022)
- [Copaxone, Glatopa (glatiramer acetate): Drug Safety Communication - FDA Adds Boxed Warning About a Rare but Serious Allergic Reaction Called Anaphylaxis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/copaxone-glatopa-glatiramer-acetate-drug-safety-communication-fda-adds-boxed-warning-about-a-rare-but-serious-allergic-reaction-called-anaphylaxis/) - Treat immediately if symptoms worsen or do not go away shortly after an injection [Posted 01/22/2025] -- FDA.GOV AUDIENCE: Patient, Caregiver, Health Care Professional, Pharmacy, Neurology ISSUE: The FDA is warning about the risk of a rare but serious allergic reaction with the medicine glatiramer acetate (Copaxone, Glatopa), which is used to treat patients with multiple sclerosis
- [4 Vitamin B12 Deficiency Symptoms You Need to Know](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/4-vitamin-b12-deficiency-symptoms-you-need-to-know/) - Written by Anne Jacobson, MD, MPH | Reviewed by Karla Robinson, MD Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient that does its job quietly and efficiently inside the body. Vitamin B12 helps to make new DNA and keep nerve and blood cells healthy. It also helps our cells break down proteins and fats for energy. Most people get enough vitamin B12 in their
- [Mothers With MS Have Higher Incidence of Mental Illness](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/mothers-with-ms-have-higher-incidence-of-mental-illness/) - — First postpartum year carried higher risks than prenatal period by Judy George, Deputy Managing Editor, MedPageToday January 24, 2025 Mothers with multiple sclerosis (MS) had a higher risk of peripartum mental illness than comparator mothers, administrative health data from Canada showed. Incident mental illness -- most commonly, depression and anxiety -- affected 8.4% of mothers with
- [Real world effectiveness, persistence, tolerability, and safety of ofatumumab in clinical practice](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/real-world-effectiveness-persistence-tolerability-and-safety-of-ofatumumab-in-clinical-practice/) - Moein Amin, Tucker Harvey, Dan Michael Pineda, Ming-Hui Tai, Qiujun Shao, Brandon Brown, show all Accepted 08 Jan 2025, Published online: 21 Jan 2025 ABSTRACT Aims To describe the 12-month effectiveness, persistence, tolerability, and safety of ofatumumab (OMB), a highly effective disease-modifying therapy (DMT) for relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS), in a real-world MS population. Patients &
- [January 2025 - New -- The Complete Guide to Accessible Parking](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/january-2025-new-the-complete-guide-to-accessible-parking/) - United Spinal Association’s Accessible Parking Guide is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand and promote accessible parking rights and responsibilities. This Guide, a product of our Accessible Parking Working Group, encompasses everything from asserting your rights and holding fraudsters accountable to making necessary changes locally and nationally
- [Homecare Assistance Grant](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/homecare-assistance-grant/) - Provided by: Multiple Sclerosis Foundation MS Focus understands the daily needs and challenges that must be met by both those with MS and their caregivers. In order to meet these needs in the most timely and efficient way possible, our Homecare Assistance Grant connects you to the best available local services. Should resources within your community not
- [Making Waves on Capitol Hill - An MS Patient Helps to Make a Difference](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/making-waves-on-capitol-hill-an-ms-patient-helps-to-make-a-difference/) - In early April, Jeanette Ashlock sat confidently in a front row seat before Congress. While her MS diagnosis had been confirmed more than 20 years earlier, she’d endured a long road of symptoms and setbacks. And now she had the opportunity to speak to the world in support of the expansion of telehealth services. “When
- ["Straying from Loneliness"](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-is-learned-loneliness/) - Brookdale Senior Living Some of your daily habits may be causing you to feel lonely. Here are some things you can do to try to bring more socialization into your life. According to a 2024 poll, one in three Americans report feeling lonely at least once per week. And one in 10 say they feel lonely
- [Man walks again after Multiple Sclerois stem cell treatment](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/man-walks-again-after-multiple-sclerois-stem-cell-treatment/) - Updated December 14, 2009 An Australian man appears to have made a remarkable recovery from multiple sclerosis after receiving new stem cell treatment. Ben Leahy, 20, was diagnosed with the disease in 2008 and ended up in intensive care at one point with respiratory failure after his condition deteriorated rapidly. He was in a wheelchair
- [Stay Active Year Round With These Indoor Exercises](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/stay-active-year-round-with-these-indoor-exercises/) - By Brookdale Senior Living - 2024 Staying active is not only good for our physical health but it can also be good for our mental well-being. However, when the colder temperatures start to set in and the days get shorter, exercising outside isn’t always the best option. Consider these exercises you can do in your own
- [Discontinuation of First-Line Disease-Modifying Therapy in Patients With Stable Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/discontinuation-of-first-line-disease-modifying-therapy-in-patients-with-stable-multiple-sclerosis/) - December 2024 The DOT-MS Randomized Clinical Trial Full article including the research team JAMA Neurol. Published online December 9, 2024. doi:10.1001/jamaneurol.2024.4164 Key Points Question Can first-line disease-modifying therapy (DMT) be safely discontinued in patients with long-term stable multiple sclerosis (MS) aged 18 years and older? Findings In this multicenter, rater-blinded, noninferiority randomized clinical trial that included 89 participants
- [Has diagnostic uncertainty blighted your life or have you overcome past events to focus on the now?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/has-diagnostic-uncertainty-blighted-your-life-or-have-you-overcome-past-events-to-focus-on-the-now/) - I have written about uncertainty and how it affects the minds of people with chronic diseases such as MS (please see ‘Uncertainty associated with MS: are you comfortable with it?’, 20-Apr-2024). Photo by Katie Moum on Unsplash Uncertainty has a dark underbelly, and unless you can come to terms with it, it will paralyse you with rumination and intrusive
- [Chronic Pain Syndromes and MS: How Do They Overlap?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/chronic-pain-syndromes-and-ms-how-do-they-overlap/) - Medically reviewed by Luc Jasmin, M.D., Ph.D., FRCS (C), FACSWritten by Remi A. Kessler, M.D. Occasional aches and pains are part of life, especially if you’re living with multiple sclerosis (MS). Many people with MS report having pain at some point during their disease course. Chronic pain –– pain that is always there or that comes and
- [Myofascial Release for the symptoms of MS Hug](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/myofascial-release-for-the-symptoms-of-ms-hug/)
- [What Is the MS Hug?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-is-the-ms-hug/) - By Ana Sandoiu Medically Reviewed by: Jason Paul Chua, PhDPublished - December 3, 2024 Unlike an actual hug, an MS hug is an unpleasant sensation, known medically as “dysesthesia.” It’s most commonly experienced by people living with multiple sclerosis (MS), although some other inflammatory conditions can cause similar symptoms. The MS hug is a squeezing or
- [8 Steps to Better Mobility When You Have MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/8-steps-to-better-mobility-when-you-have-ms/) - Mobility problems are common among people with multiple sclerosis, but there’s a lot you can do to stay on your feet. By: Brian P. Dunleavy Medically Reviewed by: Jason Paul Chua, MD, PhDUpdated on November 14, 2024 Physical therapy, exercise, walking aids, and other strategies can keep you mobile with multiple sclerosis.Ivan Gener/Stocksy While everyone
- [It's NOT MS! What happens next?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/its-not-ms-what-happens-next-2/) - Sign up for the Monthly " MS Beacon" Newsletter here: https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/join-the-community/
- [Effective Treatments for Neuropathic Pain You Must Know](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/effective-treatments-for-neuropathic-pain-you-must-know/) - #MSvideoShorts
- [Tired of MS Muscle Spasms? Here's What You Can Do](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tired-of-ms-muscle-spasms-heres-what-you-can-do/) - Spasticity related to multiple sclerosis can range from mild stiffness to painful muscle spasms. Stretching is one of the best ways to manage it. By Brian P. Dunleavy /// Medically Reviewed by Jason Paul Chua, MD, PhD Updated on April 4, 2023 Mary Ellen Ciganovich became very familiar with muscle spasticity in her more than 30
- [video: What is MS? Everything You Need to Know!](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/a-must-watch-video-what-is-ms/) - Stu's Views: I asked Dr. Boster to make a video..This is One of the Best #MS Learning Videos I have ever heard... Watch and LISTEN to Dr. Boster's easy to Understand this information Welcome to Aaron Boster MD, your trusted source for understanding Multiple Sclerosis (MS). * In this video, we dive deep into the
- [A Practical Approach to Managing Patients with Myasthenia Gravis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/a-practical-approach-to-managing-patients-with-myasthenia-gravis-opinions-and-a-review-of-the-literature/) - Abstract When the diagnosis of myasthenia gravis (MG) has been secured, the aim of management should be prompt symptom control and the induction of remission or minimal manifestations. Symptom control, with acetylcholinesterase inhibitors such as pyridostigmine, is commonly employed. This may be sufficient in mild disease. There is no single universally accepted treatment regimen. Corticosteroids
- [Treatment of MOG antibody associated disorders:](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/treatment-of-mog-antibody-associated-disorders/) - Abstract Introduction While monophasic and relapsing forms of myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody associated disorders (MOGAD) are increasingly diagnosed world-wide, consensus on management is yet to be developed. Objective: To survey the current global clinical practice of clinicians treating MOGAD. Method Neurologists worldwide with expertise in treating MOGAD participated in an online survey (February–April 2019). Results
- [Learning more about MS and Rare Autoimmune Diseases like NMOSD and MOGAD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/learning-more-about-ms-and-rare-autoimmune-diseases-like-nmosd-and-mogad/) - #NMOSD #MOGAD #MS #autoimmune #raredisease
- [Understanding PAIN Vocabulary with Aaron Boster, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/understanding-pain-vocabulary-with-aaron-boster-md/)
- [What Happens When You Cut Out Dairy and Gluten From Your Diet?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-happens-when-you-cut-out-dairy-and-gluten-from-your-diet/) - 4 Myths About Multiple Sclerosis and Diet Thinking about cutting out dairy or gluten in hopes of beating MS? Think twice before you do, says a registered dietitian nutritionist with relapsing-remitting MS. By Mona Bostick, RDN Updated on August 22, 2023 Medically Reviewed by Jason Paul Chua, MD, PhD Many people with multiple sclerosis (MS) may wonder
- [Dept of Transportation Enacts Protections for Airline Passengers with Disabilities](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/january-9-2025/) - #In December, the Department of Transportation (DOT) adopted rules aimed at protecting the safety of airline passengers with disabilities. This rulemaking addresses many of the concerns and suggestions raised by the Society in comments submitted to the agency this summer. The rule aims to make air travel safe and dignified for people with disabilities. To In December, the Department of Transportation (DOT) adopted rules aimed at protecting the safety of airline passengers with disabilities. This rulemaking addresses many of the concerns and suggestions raised by the Society in comments submitted to the agency this summer. The rule aims to make air travel safe and dignified for people with disabilities. To
- [New Study Indicates MS May Worsen During Menopause](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/new-study-indicates-ms-may-worsen-during-menopause/) - Researchers at the University of California – San Francisco found that menopause onset is associated with increased functional decline and brain cell injury in MS. The study was funded in part by the National MS Society. Get tips on managing this transition below. Background: The impact of menopause on MS is not well understood. In part,
- [Big Changes to Medicare Drug Coverage](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/big-changes-to-medicare-drug-coverage/) - What You Need to Know Medicare is rolling out new benefits in 2025. These include: Capping Medicare beneficiaries’ total out-of-pocket costs per year at $2000 combined for all drugs, including copays and coinsurance; Giving everyone enrolled in Medicare the option to spread the costs of their medicines through each calendar year, split into monthly payments,
- [Town Hall Meeting - New Frontier of Multiple Sclerosis, treatments and more](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/town-hall-meeting-new-frontier-of-multiple-sclerosis-treatments-and-more/) - Listen and learn with Dr. Aaron Boster, MD #Sanofi #Sandoz
- [Understanding Lhermitte's Phenomenon in MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/understanding-lhermittes-phenomenon-in-ms/) - Learn more about MS - Sign-up here: https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/join-the-community/
- [video: Treating Multiple Sclerosis: Are They Doing It Wrong? - by Aaron Boster, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-treating-multiple-sclerosis-are-they-doing-it-wrong-by-aaron-boster-md/) - #smolderingMS #Highefficacymedications #multiplesclerosis #MSLesions #MSRelapse
- [6 Things To Know About Dietary Supplements Marketed for Weight Loss](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/6-things-to-know-about-dietary-supplements-marketed-for-weight-loss/) - Although it’s easy to be tempted by the “quick fix” claims of dietary supplements marketed for weight loss, most of these products haven’t been proven safe or effective. If you’re thinking about taking a dietary supplement to help you lose weight, here are some things you should know. Ask yourself if a product sounds too good
- [Yes, I LIVE and BREATHE MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/yes-i-live-and-breathe-multiple-sclerosis/) - I found a way to overcome the grief of learning my condition in 1998, and turned it into a positive as I continue my “drive” to help others learn more of the disease, resources, therapies to treat, and to show the desire to LIVE better while dealing with this #chronicdisease called #MultipleSclerosis YES, daily I
- [Restless legs syndrome in multiple sclerosis patients](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/restless-legs-syndrome-in-multiple-sclerosis-patients/) - Prevalence, impact, and association with disease-modifying therapies in a Saudi Arabian pilot study Highlights • Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is prevalent among multiple sclerosis (MS) patients in Saudi Arabia, with a prevalence of 30.4 %. • RLS is significantly associated with higher disability scores, lower sleep quality, higher fatigue severity, and higher levels of depression and
- [Can MS Symptoms Fluctuate Throughout the Day?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/can-ms-symptoms-fluctuate-throughout-the-day/) - MS symptoms, such as fatigue and muscle stiffness, can fluctuate throughout the day. They can also fluctuate for days or weeks in a relapse. But how the symptoms change can vary greatly among individuals. MS is a progressive, immune-mediated disease. It can damage or attack several areas of the brain and spinal cord, leading to
- [Insurance restrictions are harming people with multiple sclerosis! - Watch this video from Aaron Boster, MD to learn more](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/insurance-restrictions-are-harming-people-with-multiple-sclerosis-watch-this-video-from-aaron-boster-md-to-learn-more/) - Insurance restrictions are harming people with multiple sclerosis, leading to unnecessary delays in treatment, new disease activity, and irreversible brain damage. In this video, Dr. Aaron Boster breaks down a recent study exposing the devastating impact of insurance denials on MS patients. Learn why time is brain and how you can advocate for change. Share
- [Yes, You Have MS and You also might be a caregiver to your aging parents](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/yes-you-have-ms-and-you-also-might-be-a-caregiver-to-your-aging-parents/) - Overcome the Guilt of Moving a Parent to Senior Living Written by Claire Samuels - Updated September 2024 Reasons we feel guilty Even when you know relocating your parents to a senior living community is the right thing to do for their safety and health, you may experience feelings of guilt or even shame. Shame
- [A LOOK at Holistic & Mainstream Approaches to Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/a-look-at-holistic-mainstream-approaches-to-multiple-sclerosis/)
- [What to Do When Cold Weather Worsens MS Symptoms](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-to-do-when-cold-weather-worsens-ms-symptoms-3/) - Cold weather aggravates fatigue and spasticity for some with MS, but that doesn’t mean you have to hibernate all winter. By Becky Upham -- Medically Reviewed by Samuel Mackenzie, MD, PhD Overheating during hot weather or in a hot bath is known to magnify symptoms in many people with multiple sclerosis (MS). But for some, cold
- [How MS Causes Memory Loss and 5 Tips To Help With Forgetfulness](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-ms-causes-memory-loss-and-5-tips-to-help-with-forgetfulness/) - Medically reviewed by Luc Jasmin, M.D., Ph.D., FRCS (C), FACS Written by Anastasia Climan, RDN, CDN November 2024 Memory loss due to multiple sclerosis (MS) can be an unexpected and distressing symptom. Cognitive changes in MS — including trouble with problem-solving and the ability to process information — affect between 40 percent and 70 percent of people
- [Risks of Comorbidities With Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/risks-of-comorbidities-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - Medically reviewed by Evelyn O. Berman, M.D. Written by Brooke Dulka, Ph.D. When you are living with multiple sclerosis (MS), you may deal with other conditions as well. These are known as comorbidities. A comorbidity refers to a situation when two or more health conditions are present in the same individual at the same time. Neurological conditions, such as
- [The Differences Between Heart Failure and Other Common Cardiac Conditions](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-differences-between-heart-failure-and-other-common-cardiac-conditions/) - Heart health is a topic that’s near and dear to our – well – hearts! There are many common heart conditions such as a heart attack, coronary artery disease or atrial fibrillation (AFib) that can cause alarm. But each has different causes and slightly different warning signs from another condition: heart failure. For example, a heart attack occurs
- [Treating Multiple Sclerosis: Are They Doing It Wrong?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/treating-multiple-sclerosis-are-they-doing-it-wrong/) - @AaronBosterMD Click red box to activate this video
- [video: MOBILITY AIDS and HELPFUL TOOLS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-mobility-aids-and-helpful-tools/) - CLICK on Image to start the video
- [PRESS RELEASE :  Tolebrutinib designated Breakthrough Therapy by the FDA for non-relapsing secondary progressive multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/press-release-tolebrutinib-designated-breakthrough-therapy/) - Designation is based on positive results from the HERCULES study in adults with non-relapsing secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (nrSPMS) Tolebrutinib is the first and only brain-penetrant BTK inhibitor in MS to be designated Breakthrough Therapy by the FDA Paris, December 13, 2024. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Breakthrough Therapy designation to tolebrutinib for
- [Neuromyelitis (NMO) & MOG with MS Specialist Dr. Carraro](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/neuromyelitis-nmo-mog-with-ms-specialist-dr-carraro/) - Part 2 of our Optic Neuritis discussion with Dr. Carraro dives into Neuromyelitis Optica (NMO) and MOG (Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody Disease). Dr. Carraro is a Neurologist with Piedmont HealthCare. He practices at the Charlotte Center for MS in our Charlotte, NC Lake Norman Neurology office. Dr. Carraro specializes in Multiple Sclerosis.
- [Long COVID and its relationship to MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/long-covid-and-its-relationship-to-ms/) - If intermittent EBV reactivation drives long COVID and MS, it should respond to EBV antiviral strategies. I am aware that many pwMS have started taking antivirals off-label to manage their MS .... By: Gavin Giovannoni - Nov 22, 2024 Long COVID is defined as a clinical syndrome of persistent symptoms after acute COVID-19 that last
- [Reduce Your Risk from Respiratory Viruses This Holiday Season    ](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/reduce-your-risk-from-respiratory-viruses-this-holiday-season/)
- [Smoldering MS: the real MS becomes a tractable problem](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/smoldering-ms-the-real-ms-becomes-a-tractable-problem/) - Tolebrutinib, a second-generation BTK inhibitor, is the first to show a reduction in disability accumulation in non-relapsing secondary progressive MS or smoldering MS. Written by: Gavin Giovannoni -- Sept 2, 2024 I suspect subscribers of MS-Selfie are tired of me banging on about smouldering MS. I have recently had some very vexatious emails and comments
- [How Much Vitamin B12 Is Too Much?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-much-vitamin-b12-is-too-much/) - Key takeaways: Vitamin B12 is an essential vitamin. It’s mainly found in animal products, and most people get the recommended amount (about 2.4 mcg daily) from their diet. If your vitamin B12 levels are low, your healthcare provider may recommend an over-the-counter (OTC) supplement or prescription form of vitamin B12. A common dose of OTC
- [PRESS RELEASE -](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/press-release/) - November 11, 2024 Fort Lauderdale, FL — MS Views and News held its 15th annual symposium this past weekend at the Renaissance Hotel in Plantation, Fort Lauderdale, gathering a community of nearly 120 attendees, including multiple sclerosis (MS) patients, family members, friends, and caregivers. The event provided a supportive space for education and networking, featuring November 11, 2024 Fort Lauderdale, FL — MS Views and News held its 15th annual symposium this past weekend at the Renaissance Hotel in Plantation, Fort Lauderdale, gathering a community of nearly 120 attendees, including multiple sclerosis (MS) patients, family members, friends, and caregivers. The event provided a supportive space for education and networking, featuring
- [2024 Revisions to McDonald Diagnostic Criteria for Multiple Sclerosis: Peter Calabresi, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/2024-revisions-to-mcdonald-diagnostic-criteria-for-multiple-sclerosis-peter-calabresi-md/) - For those not sure the reason for this criteria, is it to help doctors Diagnose MS Author(s): Peter A. Calabresi, MD,Matt Hoffman Conferences|European Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis Congress (ECTRIMS) The co-director of the Precision Medicine MS Center at Johns Hopkins University discussed the new updates to the MS diagnostic criteria presented
- [Conquering Dizziness: Everything You Need to Know About Vestibular Symptoms, Vestibular Migraine and How to Manage](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/conquering-dizziness-everything-you-need-to-know-about-vestibular-symptoms-vestibular-migraine-and-how-to-manage/) - Learn from known vertigo doctor Madison Oak Watch video by clicking here
- [Home Safe Home: Tips for Creating an Accessible Space](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/home-safe-home-tips-for-creating-an-accessible-space/) - We all want our homes to feel like home – a space full of peace, happy memories and unique characteristics that make it our own. Most people hope to stay in their homes for as long as possible. But for someone living with multiple sclerosis, this can be complicated. Routine evaluations and adjustments become necessary
- [Driving without using your feet! Disability driving with hand controls - video](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/driving-without-using-your-feet-disability-driving-with-hand-controls-video/) - This video, gives an insight into learning to drive with a push-pull accelerator/brake in conjunction with a steering ball. This combination allows a person to drive using only their arms.
- [Driving with Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/driving-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - By Patricia M. Niewoehner, OTR/L, CDR and Florian P. Thomas, MD, PhD, Neurologist Ms. Niewoehner is an occupational therapist and certified driver rehabilitation specialist. She works in the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department at the VA Medical Center in St. Louis, MO. Dr. Thomas is board certified in neurology, spinal cord medicine, and neural repair
- [How Age Affects MS Symptoms and Progression](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-age-affects-ms-symptoms-and-progression/) - While age at diagnosis may influence the rate of MS progression, it appears not to be the only factor. Most people with multiple sclerosis (MS) are diagnosed between age 20 and 50, though it can occur in children as well as in older adults, according to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS). About 85 percent of people diagnosed with MS are
- [How to Sleep Better When You Have Chronic Pain](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-to-sleep-better-when-you-have-chronic-pain/) - 8 Ways to Ease Pain and Improve Sleep By Beth Levine / Medically Reviewed by Samir Dalvi, MD You’re tired and would like nothing better than to crawl into bed and descend into the comforting arms of a deep sleep. But if you are one of the 58.9 percent of adults who experienced pain of
- [COVID-19 Vaccination Response in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis Treated with Ofatumumab in the United States: A Medical Record Review](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/covid-19-vaccination-response-in-patients-with-multiple-sclerosis-treated-with-ofatumumab-in-the-united-states-a-medical-record-review/) - Published: 23 October 2024 Rahul H. Dave, Heidi Crayton, Augusto Miravalle, Ming-Hui Tai, Kerri Wyse, Katherine Houghton, Abby Hitchens & Regina Berkovich DOWNLOAD THE PDF ABSTRACTIntroductionReal-world data are required to provide a greater understanding of the impact of ofatumumab on the ability to mount an effective immune response following the receipt of approved COVID-19 vaccinations. This retrospective real-world analysis aimed to describe the humoral immune
- [MEDICARE updates for 2025](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/medicare-updates-for-2025/) - Medicare open enrollment season is underway, so we wanted to pass along some information about the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan that may be useful for some individuals living with MS and their care partners. The Medicare Prescription Payment Plan (M3P) is a new program created under the Inflation Reduction Act. The M3P requires Part D
- [An MS Educational Skit: "Learning About The MS Immune System"](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/an-ms-educational-skit-learning-about-the-ms-immune-system/) - The Immune System and MS Forum An amazing educational performance! as Dr. Ben Thrower plays “Multiple Sclerosis (MS)” (the Invader) and Dr. Aaron Boster plays “The Human Body’s Nervous System” (a person with MS) An entertaining MS educational SKIT to help you understand more about The Immune System and MS. This program took place in
- [Gabapentinoids, yet another dirty secret](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/gabapentinoids-yet-another-dirty-secret/) - Some people with MS are on ten or more concomitant medications including gabapentin or pregabalin. Are you? Gavin Giovannoni - Oct 08, 2024 It is pretty remarkable how many people with multiple sclerosis (pwMS) are unaware of why they are taking certain medications and the side effects and interactions of these medications. Are you one
- [Help Make an IMPACT on Future MS Treatments](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/help-make-an-impact-on-future-ms-treatments/) - Dear Potential Participant, My name is Tanisha Prater. I am completing a doctoral degree in health sciences at A.T. Still University. In partial fulfillment of this degree, I am conducting a research study to learn more about the decision-making process for people living with multiple sclerosis about participating in a clinical trial. For this reason,
- [The MS Mental Wellness Chat series](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-ms-mental-wellness-chat-series/) - Join us each month to listen with our Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Jessica Thomas, as she talks about topics that are valued by thousands, while living with a Chronic Disease. Simply Click here to get registered
- [RSVP for MS SYMPOSIUM 2024 in South Florida](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-symposium-2024-in-south-florida-rsvp-and-learn-about-multiple-sclerosis/) - JOIN us In-Person for our 16th ANNUAL MS Symposium - a Day of Learning about Matters that Affect all live with Multiple Sclerosis. - RSVP!! Click This Link to Attend this Amazing event which will enable all who join us, to learn more about MS
- [The Midnight Bathroom Run From Hell - a patient's story](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-midnight-bathroom-run-from-hell/) - When you can’t walk, a simple middle-of-the-night trip to the bathroom is anything but. By Mona Sen For My Health Story Fact Checked For you to understand my plight, I tell you stories of things that happen to me. I think most people don’t understand the small challenges I face every day, which are due to
- [The Effect of Seasonal Changes on Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-effect-of-seasonal-changes-on-multiple-sclerosis/) - Do you experience more MS symptoms in some seasons than others? Many of us do, says the blogger Trevis Gleason, and research backs up this phenomenon. Lughnasadh (pronounced LOO-nuss-uh) is the marking of the Celtic season of harvest — autumn. It begins on August 1 (the month also called Lughnasadh), so we’ve technically been in
- [A Case Study in Neurotherapeutic Clinical Trial Design and Conduct](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/a-case-study-in-neurotherapeutic-clinical-trial-design-and-conduct/) - September 2024 New phase 1 trial showcases Neurological Institute’s interdisciplinary study capabilities Early this summer, Cleveland Clinic researchers enrolled the first patient in a phase 1 trial of an investigational medication for treatment of cognitive impairment in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Beyond being one of the first clinical studies of a therapy for this
- [Let’s Move From Categorizing MS by Clinical Phenotype to Underlying Disease Mechanisms](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/lets-move-from-categorizing-ms-by-clinical-phenotype-to-underlying-disease-mechanisms/) - September 19, 2024 - Meaningful characterization is critical to advancing research and care, review authors contend The currently used phenotypic descriptors of multiple sclerosis (MS) — e.g., relapsing-remitting MS, primary progressive MS, secondary progressive MS — do not reflect the heterogeneity of biological processes that underlie the spectrum of clinical disease. Several pathologic processes can
- [Could Serum Neurofilament Light (sNFL) Chain Level Help Guide MS Management?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/could-serum-neurofilament-light-snfl-chain-level-help-guide-ms-management/) - April 2024 Perhaps, with caveats: sNfL elevation has low sensitivity and lags MRI activity by at least a month Serum neurofilament light chain (sNfL) level correlates with the presence of gadolinium-enhancing (Gd+) MRI lesions, making the structural protein released in neuronal injury a potentially useful biomarker for research and clinical management of multiple sclerosis (MS).
- [When Multiple Sclerosis Is Suspected in Patients Under 18 or Over 50](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/when-multiple-sclerosis-is-suspected-in-patients-under-18-or-over-50/) - September 17, 2024 Guidance from international committee on differential diagnoses and diagnostic approach Approximately 85% of cases of multiple sclerosis (MS) initially present in patients between 18 and 50 years old. Guidelines for diagnosis and management have been designed primarily for this typical age range, and little has been published specifically on patients who fall
- [First Evidence of Delayed Disability Progression in Non-relapsing Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis  (nrSPMS)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/first-evidence-of-delayed-disability-progression-in-non-relapsing-secondary-progressive-multiple-sclerosis-nrspms/) - The BTK inhibitor tolebrutinib meets its primary endpoint in phase 3 HERCULES trial For the first time, a medication has been shown to delay confirmed disability progression in individuals with nonrelapsing secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (MS). The findings involve the investigational oral BTK inhibitor tolebrutinib and come from the phase 3 HERCULES study, whose results
- [Factors Influencing Time Delays in Initiating High-Efficacy Treatment in Multiple Sclerosis: Valentin Krüger, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/factors-influencing-time-delays-in-initiating-high-efficacy-treatment-in-multiple-sclerosis-valentin-kruger-md/) - September 19, 2024 By Valentin Krüger, MD / Isabella Ciccone, MPH -- Fact checked by Marco Meglio The neurology resident at the University Hospital Frankfurt in Germany talked about a study presented at ECTRIMS 2024 that analyzed time delays in initiating high-efficacy treatments in patients with multiple sclerosis. WATCH TIME: 4 minutes “Patients with progressive disease phenotypes,
- [New Novartis data in relapsing MS reinforce benefits of Kesimpta® for first-line and switch patients](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/new-novartis-data-in-relapsing-ms-reinforce-benefits-of-kesimpta-for-first-line-and-switch-patients/) - Sep 18, 2024 Nearly 90% of first-line Kesimpta patients had no disability progression independent of relapse activity (PIRA) for up to six years in an analysis of open-label ALITHIOS extension study1 More than 80% of patients receiving first-line Kesimpta were progression-free for up to six years, reinforcing the value of introducing Kesimpta early1 Patients switching
- [Insomnia and MS: Expert Approaches to Better Sleep](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/insomnia-and-ms-expert-approaches-to-better-sleep/) - Feeling fatigued? Take a look at how multiple sclerosis can affect your sleep and the actions you can take today for a more restful night. Getting better sleep is one of the most important ways to thrive with multiple sclerosis (MS). “Sleep is a game-changer in terms of quality of life,” says Julie Fiol, RN,
- [Press Release: FDA Approves Ocrevus Zunovo™ as the First and Only Twice-a-Year 10-Minute Subcutaneous Injection for People With Relapsing and Progressive Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/press-release-fda-approves-ocrevus-zunovo-as-the-first-and-only-twice-a-year-10-minute-subcutaneous-injection-for-people-with-relapsing-and-progressive-multiple-sclerosis/) - Ocrevus Zunovo™ has the potential to expand treatment options to centers without IV infrastructure or with IV constraints, like at a doctor's officeThis approval is backed by a decade of proven safety and efficacy data of Ocrevus® IV, with over 350,000 people treated globallyOcrevus Zunovo™ offers people with multiple sclerosis (MS) more options to access treatment based on
- [Multiple Sclerosis and Mental Health: 3 Common Challenges](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-and-mental-health-3-common-challenges-2/) - Multiple sclerosis (MS) affects everyone differently. If you or your loved one has MS, you are probably familiar with symptoms such as difficulty walking, fatigue, and numbness or tingling. These and other physical symptoms can be severe and limiting. However, emotional changes and mental health challenges can be just as (if not more) disabling. Rehabilitation neuropsychologist
- [7 Tips for Talking with Friends and Family About Your Chronic Illness](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/7-tips-for-talking-with-friends-and-family-about-your-chronic-illness/) - Photography by Julia Forsman/Stocksy United Letting your loved ones know about your symptoms, triggers, and boundaries can help them better support you — and help you feel less alone. When you’re diagnosed with a chronic illness, it can feel like a big step to tell people about it. While it’s not easy, letting loved ones
- [Battling the Dark Clouds of Depression When Living with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/battling-the-dark-clouds-of-depression-when-living-with-ms/) - An Empowered Spirit Blog Post - Written by Cathy Chester on September 9, 2024 A decade ago, I wrote a blog post about the dark clouds of depression. It was an important post written soon after the death of the brilliant and wildly gifted Robin Williams. Although we didn't know it then, or at least I didn't, Williams
- [The Ultimate Guide to MS for the Newly Diagnosed](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-ultimate-guide-to-ms-for-the-newly-diagnosed/) - If you’ve recently received a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS), you may feel overwhelmed, sad, angry, shocked, in disbelief, or even in denial. At the same time, you may feel relieved to finally make sense of your symptoms. Rest assured that whatever you’re feeling, it’s completely normal, and you won’t have to go through this
- [Cell-based therapeutic strategies for multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/cell-based-therapeutic-strategies-for-multiple-sclerosis/) - Brain. 2017 Nov; 140(11): 2776–2796. Published online 2017 Jul 21. doi: 10.1093/brain/awx154 PMCID: PMC5841198 PMID: 29053779 Cell-based therapeutic strategies for multiple sclerosis Neil J Scolding,1 Marcelo Pasquini,2 Stephen C Reingold,3 and Jeffrey A Cohen4 International Conference on Cell-Based Therapies for Multiple Sclerosis: 1Department of Neurology, University of Bristol Southmead Hospital, Bristol BS10 5NB, UK 2Center for International Blood and Marrow Transplant Research (CIBMTR), Medical multiple sclerosis and neuroinflammation, stem cells, medical ethics, remyelination, clinical trials
- [What to Know About Neuropathic Pain (and How to Manage It)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-to-know-about-neuropathic-pain-and-how-to-manage-it/) - What to Know About Neuropathic Pain (and How to Manage It)
- [Re-defined Pathways to Cures Roadmap](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/refined-pathways-to-cures-roadmap/) - Updated Roadmap defines current research priorities based on new knowledge of the disease; is endorsed by 30 MS organizations worldwide September 3, 2024 – The Multiple Sclerosis Journal has published the next iteration of The Pathways to Cures Roadmap, which outlines research areas with the greatest potential to stop MS, restore function and repair damage from the
- [video presentation Defining the "Pathways to Cures Roadmap" with global collaboration](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-presentation-defining-the-pathways-to-cures-roadmap-with-global-collaboration/) - The Printed version of this video can be read by clicking here Pathways to Cures Roadmap
- [video: AGING and Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-aging-and-multiple-sclerosis/) - August 2024 - Presented by Aaron Boster, MD A look at how we Age with Multiple Sclerosis. Are the symptoms MS related or just part of the aging process?
- [Managing Fatigue in MS and Pain Management](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/managing-fatigue-in-ms-and-pain-management/)
- [Press Release: Tolebrutinib meets primary endpoint in HERCULES phase 3 study, the first and only to show reduction in disability accumulation in non-relapsing secondary progressive multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/press-release-tolebrutinib-meets-primary-endpoint-in-hercules-phase-3-study-the-first-and-only-to-show-reduction-in-disability-accumulation-in-non-relapsing-secondary-progressive-multiple-sclerosis/) - September 2, 2024 • In the HERCULES study, tolebrutinib met the primary endpoint in delaying time to onset of confirmed disability progression in people with nrSPMS, a population for which there are currently no approved therapies and significant unmet medical need • The GEMINI 1 and 2 studies evaluating tolebrutinib in people with relapsing MS
- [Tibial nerve stimulation may ease sexual dysfunction related to MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tibial-nerve-stimulation-may-ease-sexual-dysfunction-related-to-ms/) - Noninvasive treatment led to more sexual interest, better orgasms: Study by Margarida Maia, PhD | September 3, 2024 Transcutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (TTNS), wherein mild electrical impulses are applied to the tibial nerve located near the ankle, may help with sexual dysfunction related to multiple sclerosis (MS) in both men and women, a study suggests. The study, “Tibial nerve stimulation
- [Why BOTHER taking MS Medications?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/why-bother-taking-ms-medications/)
- [MS and Sleep: Managing Night Sweats, Insomnia, and More](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-and-sleep-managing-night-sweats-insomnia-and-more/) - Medically reviewed by Federica Polidoro, M.D. / Written by Brooke Dulka, Ph.D. and Emily Wagner, M.S. People with multiple sclerosis (MS) often spend their nights dealing with sleep disturbances. Inadequate sleep can worsen fatigue, another common symptom of MS. MyMSTeam talked with Dr. Jacqueline Nicholas to find out what causes problems with sleep in people with MS and which
- [Advocating for MS Adult Day Care Treatment Programs](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/advocating-for-ms-adult-day-care-treatment-programs/) - CLICK Image showing below to open this .pdf article found on Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers website. (If you do not have adobe acrobat please click here to download a free version)
- [Best Practices Guideline on the Use of Neurofilament](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/best-practices-guideline-on-the-use-of-neurofilament/) - Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers (CMSC) Best Practices Guideline on the Use of Neurofilament Biomarkers in MS Erratum: This document has been updated from the online version posted January 10, 2024. A duplicate Figure (3A) was removed and replaced with the correct data (Figure 3B). Blood biomarkers have been long-awaited in the management of multiple Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers (CMSC) Best Practices Guideline on the Use of Neurofilament Biomarkers in MS Erratum: This document has been updated from the online version posted January 10, 2024. A duplicate Figure (3A) was removed and replaced with the correct data (Figure 3B). Blood biomarkers have been long-awaited in the management of multiple
- [Medical Cannabis (drug) and Multiple Sclerosis: What does Science Say?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/medical-cannabis-drug-and-multiple-sclerosis-what-does-science-say/) - In this video Dr. Boster discusses Medical Cannabis (drugs) and Multiple Sclerosis. It was recorded during a live CME presentation (3/2019) for MS providers. We hope you find this educational as Dr. Boster speaks very clear even in this professionals meeting. Remain up to date with Multiple Sclerosis related reading of articles and learning from
- ["MS101, The Basics" with Aaron Boster, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms101-the-basics-with-aaron-boster-md/) - At the 2024 MS WELLNESS SUMMIT, Doctor Aaron Boster, MD an MS Neurologist, discusses his 6-for-6 for YOUR care in treating multiple sclerosis. Dr. Boster's topics: Making shared decisions. A discussion about MS, mind-body positivity and living your best life. Learn about treatment options including biosimilars while considering what can work best for you. This
- [Itchiness as a Symptom of Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/itchiness-as-a-symptom-of-multiple-sclerosis/) - By Julie Stachowiak, PhD - Updated on May 12, 2024 Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD Itchiness is just one of many symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS). However, the underlying cause is different from other cases of itchiness, which are related to skin inflammation. Multiple sclerosis causes itchiness due to the loss of the protective covering around
- [Multiple Sclerosis Bladder Issues - video by Aaron Boster, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-bladder-issues-video-by-aaron-boster-md/) - CLICK image to watch this video Bladder issues in MS
- [What would constitute a cure for MS? by Aaron Boster, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-would-constitute-a-cure-for-ms-by-aaron-boster-md/) - CLICK the image showing below to watch this video with Dr. Aaron Boster, MD as he discusses a cure?
- [Magic in your Hands -- Yoga is much more than a series of physical postures...](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/magic-in-your-hands-yoga-is-much-more-than-a-series-of-physical-postures/) - Article written by: Mindy Eisenberg, MHSA, E-RYT-500, C-IAYT Yoga is much more than a series of physical postures; it encompasses a variety of techniques that harmonize the body, mind, and spirit. Among these techniques are mudras. Derived from the Sanskrit word meaning "gesture" or "seal," mudras are symbolic hand positions that are believed to channel
- [Finding a Neurologist for Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/finding-a-neurologist-for-multiple-sclerosis/) - 2024 Medically reviewed by Luc Jasmin, M.D., Ph.D., FRCS (C), FACS // Written by Kelly Crumrin If you have relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS), it’s important to find the best neurologist for your needs. Due to the changing landscape of treatment options, you need someone with up-to-date knowledge to help you make decisions. Whether your current treatment
- [Machine learning may help predict disability progression in MS: Study](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/machine-learning-may-help-predict-disability-progression-in-ms-study/) - by Marisa Wexler, MS | August 5, 2024 Algorithm showed good accuracy in predicting worsening disability A machine learning algorithm may be able to accurately predict whether or not people with multiple sclerosis (MS) will experience a worsening of disability in the near term — which may help tailor treatment decisions and improve patient quality of life — according to by Marisa Wexler, MS | August 5, 2024 Algorithm showed good accuracy in predicting worsening disability A machine learning algorithm may be able to accurately predict whether or not people with multiple sclerosis (MS) will experience a worsening of disability in the near term — which may help tailor treatment decisions and improve patient quality of life — according to
- [Smoldering‐Associated Worsening in Multiple Sclerosis: An International Consensus Statement on Definition, Biology, Clinical Implications, and Future Directions -](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/smoldering‐associated-worsening-in-multiple-sclerosis-an-international-consensus-statement-on-definition-biology-clinical-implications-and-future-directions/) - Abstract Despite therapeutic suppression of relapses, multiple sclerosis (MS) patients often experience subtle deterioration, which extends beyond the definition of “progression independent of relapsing activity.” We propose the concept of smouldering-associated-worsening (SAW), encompassing physical and cognitive symptoms, resulting from smouldering (smoldering) pathological processes, which remain unmet therapeutic targets. We provide a consensus-based framework of possible
- [Lifestyle Changes to Slow MS Progression](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/lifestyle-changes-to-slow-ms-progression-3/) - Some lifestyle changes combined with disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) may help reduce MS symptoms and slow disease progression. These include exercising and ceasing smoking, among others. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic inflammatory condition of the central nervous system (CNS). Your body attacks myelin, which is the coating that protects the nerves in your brain and
- [Ever tried explaining MS fatigue to others](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ever-tried-explaining-ms-fatigue-to-others/) - atigue. One word. A whole lot of meanings. And therein lies the difficulty for many people with MS. Everyone seems to have a take on it. General fatigue – the kind anyone can have – pales in comparison. MS fatigue is a different ballgame altogether. There’s no one size fits all. It varies
- [Why You Need Potassium and How to Get It](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/why-you-need-potassium-and-how-to-get-it/) - Potassium is a mineral that helps your cells work the right way. It helps make the electricity that lets your cells do their jobs. Your nerves and muscles -- including your heart -- might not work the way they should if you don’t get enough. Helps With Osteoporosis As people age, their bones tend to
- [A Cure for Multiple Sclerosis? Scientists Say Within Our Lifetime](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/a-cure-for-multiple-sclerosis-scientists-say-within-our-lifetime/) - People diagnosed today can live a long life free of disability, as UCSF research ushers in a golden age of MS care. By Laura López González generation ago, most people with multiple sclerosis could expect to rely on walkers and wheelchairs or be limited to their bed within 15 years of diagnosis. Today, UC San Francisco’s
- [Tips to Avoid the Flu and Stay Healthy with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tips-to-avoid-the-flu-and-stay-healthy-with-ms/) - written in 2024 Getting the flu may increase your risk of relapse with multiple sclerosis (MS). Some preventive steps, such as getting vaccinated and avoiding crowds during flu season, may help. The flu can be especially dangerous when you live with multiple sclerosis (MS). Infections, including the flu, may potentially increase the risk of MS
- [How Close Are We to a Cure for Multiple Sclerosis?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-close-are-we-to-a-cure-for-multiple-sclerosis/) - New disease-modifying therapies for multiple sclerosis can help slow down disease progression. Some experimental therapies also show promise in treating the disease. There’s currently no cure for multiple sclerosis (MS), but there are several treatment options that can help manage it. In recent years, new medications have become available to help slow the progression of
- [Handling an abundance of emotions is part of life with multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/handling-an-abundance-of-emotions-is-part-of-life-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - Taking things one moment at a time is the best strategy for this columnist by Desiree Lama | July 8, 2024 Let me paint you a picture of a scenario that has stuck with me for years. It was my sophomore year at the University of Texas at Austin and I was having lunch with
- [Why I use a speech therapist to help me with swallowing problems](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/why-i-use-a-speech-therapist-to-help-me-with-swallowing-problems/) - How I handle dysphagia, common among people with multiple sclerosis by Benjamin Hofmeister | July 11, 2024 I have been betrayed by my Breakfast cereal Other than eating it, I’m not sure what I did to deserve this. I always liked cereal and thought we had a good relationship. The only disagreement we’ve had was
- [8 Anti-Inflammatory Foods for MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/8-anti-inflammatory-foods-for-ms/) - It’s unclear whether any food can directly counteract the inflammation associated with MS, but these foods may have indirect benefits. By Mikel Theobald Medically Reviewed by Jason Paul Chua, MD, PhD Turmeric, fatty fish, avocados, and olive oil are among the foods believed to have anti-inflammatory effects in the body. Adobe Stock (2); iStock (2);
- [Descriptive Analysis of Health Disparities Between Black and White People With Multiple Sclerosis in the Deep South](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/descriptive-analysis-of-health-disparities-between-black-and-white-people-with-multiple-sclerosis-in-the-deep-south/) - Abstract Background: Black people with multiple sclerosis (MS) have a worse disease course and higher rates of progression than White people with MS. Contributing factors to health disparities are understudied. Methods: Data were collected retrospectively from the electronic medical records of 500 people with MS treated between 2013 and 2022 at a university comprehensive MS center in
- [How to Exercise When You Can't Walk!?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-to-exercise-when-you-cant-walk/) - Video by Aaron Boster, MD - an expert MS Neurologist Watch Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TwSuwMRPncs
- [New study shines light on causes of dementia](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/new-study-shines-light-on-causes-of-dementia/) - By JULIAN SHEA in London | China Daily Global | Updated: 2021-03-15 04:55A new study led by the University of Portsmouth in England has identified a significant feature in the deterioration of the 'insulation' of the wiring of the human brain, which could play a major role in the prevalence of neurodegenerative conditions such as
- [Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s Disease: What is the Difference?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/dementia-vs-alzheimers-disease-what-is-the-difference/) - Dementia is a general term for a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life. Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia. Alzheimer’s is a specific disease. Dementia is not.Learning about the two terms and the difference between them is important and can empower individuals with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, their
- [Detecting When a Loved One Has Early signs of Alzheimer's Disease](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/detecting-when-a-loved-one-has-early-signs-of-alzheimers-disease/) - Medically Reviewed by Poonam Sachdev, MD on June 27, 2022 Could It Be Alzheimer's? It’s normal for people to become a bit forgetful as they age. So how can you tell a harmless "senior moment" from Alzheimer's disease? One in eight people 65 and older have this devastating form of dementia. In its first stages, Alzheimer’s may Alzheimer's
- [Understanding PIRA in Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/understanding-pira-in-multiple-sclerosis/) - Detailed exploration of studies evaluating the use of highly effective treatments have unveiled the clinical concept of Progression Independent of disease activity (PIRA), or an accumulation of disability in the absence of relapse-associated worsening (RAW), in multiple sclerosis (MS). It has become something of a hot topic in research and clinical practice in recent years,
- [Different lymphocyte counts of ms patients treated with ofatumumab and ocrelizumab](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/different-lymphocyte-counts-of-multiple-sclerosis-patients-treated-with-ofatumumab-and-ocrelizumab-a-retrospective-observational-study/) - Christoph Friedli 1 2, Nik Krajnc 3 4, Helly N Hammer 1, Stefanie Marti 1, Tobias Zrzavy 3 4, Maria E Evangelopoulos 5, Ioanna Kapsali 5, Paulus Rommer 3 4, Thomas Berger 3 4, Andrew Chan 1, Gabriel Bsteh 3 4, Robert Hoepner 1 Affiliations expand PMID: 38711956 PMCID: PMC11072073 DOI: 10.1177/11795735241249644 Abstract Introduction: Patients with Multiple Sclerosis (pwMS) treated with anti-CD20 (cluster of differentiation) monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) such as ocrelizumab (OCR) and ofatumumab (OFA) show a reduction mainly of B-lymphocytes, but also other lymphocyte subsets can be affected
- [8 Strategies to Manage Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/8-strategies-to-manage-multiple-sclerosis/) - Gentle movements, temperature regulation, home adaptations, brain exercises, and a nutrient-dense diet may help you manage some symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS). Asking for support is also important. If you’re living with multiple sclerosis (MS), you may find it helpful, or necessary, to adjust areas of your life to help make daily tasks easier and
- [MS and the Myelin Sheath: Demyelination Causes and Treatments](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-and-the-myelin-sheath-demyelination-causes-and-treatments/) - Myelin Sheath, Multiple Sclerosis, Demyelination. Axons, axon damage,
- [What to know about Medicare coverage during a natural disaster](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-to-know-about-medicare-coverage-during-a-natural-disaster/) - #medicare resources
- [Could CAR T cell therapy change the way we treat autoimmune diseases?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/could-car-t-cell-therapy-change-the-way-we-treat-autoimmune-diseases/) - CAR T cell therapy is now being studied in autoimmune diseases, including: Systemic lupus erythematosus, including lupus nephritis Idiopathic inflammatory myopathies, including different forms of myositis, such as antisynthetase syndrome, polymyositis, and dermatomyositis Systemic sclerosis or scleroderma Multiple sclerosis, including relapsing-remitting MS and progressive MS Myasthenia gravis The immune system is the body’s natural defense system Car T Cell therapy clinical trials autoimmune disease
- [In Multiple Sclerosis, There’s More to MRI Than Meets the Eye](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/in-multiple-sclerosis-theres-more-to-mri-than-meets-the-eye/) - May 30, 2024 - Katherine Wandersee Conferences : Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers Annual Meeting (CMSC) CMSC Kurtzke Lecturer Darin Okuda, MD, demonstrates innovative ways to rethink MRI use in MS. MRI is still the standard of care for following MS disease activity in the inflammatory stages. However, the human eye is easily fooled when
- [Promising MS Stem Cell Trial Advances to Next Phase](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/promising-ms-stem-cell-trial-advances-to-next-phase/) - May 31, 2024 Prof. Dimitrios Karussis, head of the Hadassah Medical Organization’s Multiple Sclerosis Center, is embarking on the next phase of clinical trials to harness the power of stem cells to stop multiple sclerosis (MS) in its tracks, reports Rare Disease Advisor, an online news resource. In 2020, Prof. Karussis announced the results of
- [5 Dos and Don’ts for Talking to the Doctor About Your MS Symptoms](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/5-dos-and-donts-for-talking-to-the-doctor-about-your-ms-symptoms/) - To receive the best care, good communication is crucial. Here's what to do — and avoid — when describing your multiple sclerosis symptoms. Fatigue, pain, numbness, weakness: The symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS) can feel overwhelming. And, because they tend to vary in severity and change over time, it can be difficult to express how
- [TISCH MS Research Center of NY - Now Published: Our Phase II Clinical Trial Results in Stem Cell Therapy](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tisch-ms-research-center-of-ny-now-published-our-phase-ii-clinical-trial-results-in-stem-cell-therapy/)
- [Accessible Housing: A Guide for People With MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/accessible-housing-a-guide-for-people-with-ms/) - This guide is a practical tool to help families living with MS evaluate their housing needs and better understand the range of housing options available to them. Table of Contents Exploring Housing Options Beginning your search Home Ownership Assessing your needs Buying a Home Using a realtor Finding accessible homes Financial resources and strategies for the
- [Prescription Assistance](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/prescription-assistance/) - If you need help paying for your medication, our guide can help you find the right assistance. This guide was created by MS Navigators on the Benefits & Employment Support Team. We have taken care to include every possible disease modifying drug cost help solution we are aware of – if you need help navigating
- [Guide to Selecting Emotional Support Resources](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/guide-to-selecting-emotional-support-resources/) - Depression, anxiety and other mood changes are more common in people with MS than in the general population — in part as a reaction to the challenges of a chronic illness, but also because of changes in the brain and in the immune system that are a part of MS. Depression and anxiety are different
- [International Workshop Focuses on Aging with Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/international-workshop-focuses-on-aging-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - May 28, 2024 Almost half of all people living with MS today are 55 years of age or older, and more people are getting diagnosed with MS at later ages than ever before. Yet relatively little is known about how aging impacts MS disease activity, or when it is appropriate to stop taking disease-modifying therapies.
- [Long-term natalizumab treatment is associated with sustained improvements in quality of life in patients with multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/long-term-natalizumab-treatment-is-associated-with-sustained-improvements-in-quality-of-life-in-patients-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - Background Multiple sclerosis (MS) patients experience lower health-related quality of life (HRQoL) than the general population. In clinical trials, natalizumab significantly improved HRQoL and reduced relapse rates and disability progression in patients with relapsing MS. In a 1-year analysis of patients included in the current study, HRQoL improvement occurred within 3 months of natalizumab initiation
- [Managing Walking Difficulties in MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/managing-walking-difficulties-in-ms/) - Walking impairment is one of the most common symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS). Many people with MS experience difficulties with walking, as well as their gait (walking pattern). These problems may cause a person to walk unsteadily, trip or stumble, and feel less confident in their ability to move around. The way a person walks depends on
- [4 Best Drinks When You Have a UTI (Plus 3 to Avoid)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/4-best-drinks-when-you-have-a-uti-plus-3-to-avoid/) - Should you actually drink cranberry juice if you have a UTI? See which drinks are recommended to aid your recovery, and which ones you should avoid altogether. Key takeaways: UTIs (urinary tract infections) are a bacterial infection of the bladder, urethra, or kidneys that usually need antibiotic treatment. Drinking fluids helps people recover from a
- [The Deep and Multidimensional Connection Between Multiple Sclerosis and Depression](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-deep-and-multidimensional-connection-between-multiple-sclerosis-and-depression/) - Both depression and suicide rates are high in MS patients, but there are effective treatments by Darcy Lewis, Contributing Writer, MedPage Today Reviewed By Jacqueline A. Nicholas, MD, MPH, System Chief, Neuroimmunology & Multiple Sclerosis, OhioHealth Multiple Sclerosis Center, Columbus When it comes to any kind of chronic condition, patients are all too likely to develop depression
- [Accessible Transportation in the Palm of Your Hand](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/accessible-transportation-in-the-palm-of-your-hand/) - In the age of smart phones, the lines between the technology in your hand and real-world practicality have been steadily blurring during the past several years. You can map driving directions, research businesses to find ratings and reviews, and now, you can press a button and have a car pick you up. This latest trend is
- [What Is an MS Zinger and How Can You Cope with It?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-is-an-ms-zinger-and-how-can-you-cope-with-it/) - MS “zingers” refer to neuropathic sensations, such as pain or pins and needles, caused by multiple sclerosis-related damage. Treatment can involve medical treatment and avoiding triggers. Do you ever feel sharp, prickling, radiating pain that seems to come out of nowhere? Does the temperature outside, warm or cold, stir up electric shocks in your body
- [How to Talk to Others About Your MS Diagnosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-to-talk-to-others-about-your-ms-diagnosis/) - Sharing with others about your MS diagnosis can lead to a range of reactions. Here’s how you can prepare. It’s entirely up to you if and when you want to tell others about your multiple sclerosis (MS) diagnosis. Keep in mind that everyone may react differently to the news, so take a moment to think
- [Can Multiple Sclerosis Affect Your Toenails?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/can-multiple-sclerosis-affect-your-toenails/) - Written by Sarah Winfrey Medically reviewed by Evelyn O. Berman, M.D. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease that occurs when the immune system attacks the central nervous system (the brain and spinal cord). Different people with MS experience different symptoms. Some people with MS find that their symptoms include changes to or problems with their toenails. MS can
- [MS and co-morbid autoimmunity](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-and-co-morbid-autoimmunity/) - In my experience, the most common co-morbid autoimmune disease in people with MS, outside of thyroid disease post-alemtuzumab, is MS-associated uveitis. Gavin Giovannoni May 17, 2024 Does having multiple sclerosis increase your risk of having another autoimmune disease? This is a question that is always asked. In general, the risk of having a second comorbid
- [CIONIC Unveils New Offerings to Address Full Spectrum of Mobility Challenges](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/cionic-unveils-new-offerings-to-address-full-spectrum-of-mobility-challenges/) - May 09, 2024 08:17 AM Eastern Daylight Time CIONIC Unveils New Offerings to Address Full Spectrum of Mobility Challenges with New Activities of Daily Living Exercise Regimen and Training Reports for Patients with Disabilities Revolutionary FDA-Cleared Bionic Clothing Wins Prestigious Gold Recognition at the 2024 Edison Awards™ SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CIONIC, the neurotech inventor of FDA-cleared
- [A 15-year-old hockey player with MS may never experience a symptom, thanks to Colorado research](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/a-15-year-old-hockey-player-with-ms-may-never-experience-a-symptom-thanks-to-colorado-research/) - Children’s Hospital Colorado is following 180 people who are siblings or children of people with multiple sclerosis in a breakthrough study Jennifer Brown 4:00 AM MDT on May 9, 2024 laise Pfeifer, 15 and a ninth grader at Standley Lake High School, lives for hockey. He started skating at 3, travels the country for tournaments,
- [Multiple Sclerosis: Can a Blood Test Detect MS Years Before Symptoms Appear? New Research Encouraging](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-can-a-blood-test-detect-ms-years-before-symptoms-appear-new-research-encouraging/) - Written By: John Fernandez Published: May 1, 2024 Disponible en Español New clinical trial findings could advance the early treatment for patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) before debilitating symptoms develop. Researchers at UC (University of California) San Francisco have found “a harbinger in the blood of some people who later went on to develop the disease,” states
- [‘Liquid gold’ could bring new hope to multiple sclerosis patients, study suggests: ‘Profound benefit’](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/liquid-gold-could-bring-new-hope-to-multiple-sclerosis-patients-study-suggests-profound-benefit/) - In Phase 2 trials, drinkable medication with gold nanocrystals significantly reduced symptoms By Melissa Rudy Fox News - Published April 30, 2024 5:30am EDT Researchers may have hit "gold" when it comes to the treatment of multiple sclerosis. An experimental medication called CNM-Au8 — a drinkable liquid with gold nanocrystals — has shown promising results in clinical trials in
- [Breaking news: Committee favors approval of under-the-skin Ocrevus in Europe](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/breaking-news-committee-favors-approval-of-under-the-skin-ocrevus-in-europe/) - By: Andrea Lobo, PhD -- Written - April 30, 2024 New formulation recommended by CHMP would be faster, easier for patients A committee of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) is recommending the approval of a subcutaneous, or under-the-skin, formulation of Ocrevus (ocrelizumab) for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) in the European Union. The Committee for
- [A Smoldering Process: A New Way of Thinking about Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/a-smoldering-process-a-new-way-of-thinking-about-multiple-sclerosis/) - Published on: October 4, 2023 Our understanding of the biology of multiple sclerosis is changing. New research sheds light on a potential hidden reason why disability continues to worsen for many patients, despite available therapies. Since the first case of MS was identified 150 years ago, researchers have methodically sought to advance the understanding of
- [PET scans reveal ‘smoldering’ inflammation in patients with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/pet-scans-reveal-smoldering-inflammation-in-patients-with-ms/) - April 26, 2024 A new study suggests positron emission tomography brain scans could reveal hidden inflammation in patients with multiple sclerosis who are being treated with highly-effective treatments. The new technique could lead to more advanced MS treatments. The study started when researchers at Brigham Multiple Sclerosis Center and the Ann Romney Center noticed patients
- [What Are the Physiological Changes of Multiple Sclerosis (MS)?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-are-the-physiological-changes-of-multiple-sclerosis-ms/) - MS causes white blood cells to attack or injure myelin and other parts of the CNS (central nervous system). The resulting damage and scar tissue on your neurons can slow communication between your brain and body. You know about the symptoms if you or a loved one has MS. They may include muscle weakness, trouble
- [How to Spot the Signs of an MS Flare](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-to-spot-the-signs-of-an-ms-flare/) - When new multiple sclerosis symptoms crop up or old ones worsen, you may be having an MS relapse. By Chris Iliades, MD / Medically Reviewed by Jason Paul Chua, MD, PhD on November 22, 2022 About 85 percent of people who have multiple sclerosis are first diagnosed with relapsing-remitting MS (RRMS), according to the National Multiple
- [OrCam Assistive Smart Cameras For Impaired Sight and Reading Difficulties](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/orcam-assistive-smart-cameras-for-impaired-sight-and-reading-difficulties/) - Do you or someone you know have difficulty seeing or reading? The most advanced tool for vision loss and reading challenges is OrCam Technology. Do you or someone you know have difficulty seeing or reading? The most advanced tool for vision loss and reading challenges is OrCam Technology. OrCam Smart Cameras are wearable or handheld
- [Press Release:  TG Therapeutics Awarded National Contract by the Department of Veterans Affairs for BRIUMVI as the Preferred Anti-CD20 for Relapsing Forms of Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/press-release-tg-therapeutics-awarded-national-contract-by-the-department-of-veterans-affairs-for-briumvi-as-the-preferred-anti-cd20-for-relapsing-forms-of-multiple-sclerosis/) - Apr 18, 2024 PDF Version NEW YORK, April 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TG Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: TGTX), announced that it has been awarded a national contract with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for BRIUMVI® (ublituximab-xiiy) to be the preferred agent listed on the VA National Formulary for Anti-CD20 Antibody indications for patients with
- [Press Release: New 48-week frexalimab phase 2 data support potential for high sustained efficacy in multiple sclerosis (sanofi.com)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/press-release-new-48-week-frexalimab-phase-2-data-support-potential-for-high-sustained-efficacy-in-multiple-sclerosis-sanofi-com/) - April 17, 2024 Download PDF New 48-week frexalimab phase 2 data support potential for high sustained efficacy in multiple sclerosis Data support frexalimab as a potential first-in-class, high-efficacy, non-lymphocyte depleting treatment for relapsing multiple sclerosis 96% of participants receiving high-dose intravenous frexalimab had no new Gd+ T1 lesions and an annualized relapse rate of 0.04
- [Apr 17, 2024 - Press Release: Novartis Kesimpta® six-year efficacy data show substantial benefits in recently diagnosed treatment-naïve people with relapsing multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/apr-17-2024-press-release-novartis-kesimpta-six-year-efficacy-data-show-substantial-benefits-in-recently-diagnosed-treatment-naive-people-with-relapsing-multiple-sclerosis/) - Apr 17, 2024 Continuous Kesimpta® treatment for up to six years showed sustained efficacy in recently diagnosed (≤3 years) treatment-naïve people living with relapsing multiple sclerosis (RMS) in an analysis of the ALITHIOS open-label extension study1 Similar efficacy outcomes were demonstrated in a separate analysis of continuous Kesimpta treatment for up to six years in
- [Apr 16, 2024 - Press Release:  Genentech’s Subcutaneous Ocrevus One-Year Data Demonstrates Near-Complete Suppression of Clinical Relapses and Brain Lesions in Patients With Progressive and Relapsing Forms of MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/apr-16-2024-press-release-genentechs-subcutaneous-ocrevus-one-year-data-demonstrates-near-complete-suppression-of-clinical-relapses-and-brain-lesions-in-patients-with-progressive-and-rel/) - Media / Press Releases Tuesday, Apr 16, 2024 Results from the Phase III study showed that subcutaneous (SC) injection was consistent with IV infusion and demonstrated near-complete suppression of relapse activity (97%) and MRI lesions (97.2%) through 48 weeks The twice-yearly, 10-minute SC injection has the potential to expand the usage of Ocrevus to treatment centers without
- [The Recording Studio Helped This MS Neurologist Through Tough Pandemic Times Now He Has a New Album to Show for It](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-recording-studio-helped-this-ms-neurologist-through-tough-pandemic-times-now-he-has-a-new-album-to-show-for-it/) - Dr. Stephen Krieger uses a mix of keyboards, drum machines, and samplers to produce his music. By Caitlin Heaney West --- April 4, 2024 Article In Brief Stephen Krieger, MD, FAAN, a multiple sclerosis specialist and member of the Neurology Today editorial board, is back with new music as part of the electronic duo The Formalist. Coming
- [Foot Drop: Everything You Need To Know](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/foot-drop-everything-you-need-to-know/) - Foot drop refers to a condition when a person is unable to lift the front part of their foot to the proper angle when walking. A wide range of diseases can cause foot drop, including multiple sclerosis (MS). Foot drop is not a disease itself, but rather the effect of an underlying problem. This problem may be anatomical, muscular, or
- [Viatris and Mapi Pharma Statement Regarding New Drug Application for GA Depot](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/viatris-and-mapi-pharma-statement-regarding-new-drug-application-for-ga-depot/) - Viatris Inc. has been informed that Mapi Pharma Ltd. has received a Complete Response Letter (CRL) regarding the New Drug Application (NDA) for GA Depot 40 mg from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The Companies are reviewing the content of the CRL and will be determining the appropriate next steps. The Companies continue
- [VISIT The MS GYM!](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/visit-the-ms-gym/) - Congratulations on stepping towards a better life with MS (or any neurological condition). The MS Gym community and resources will help you counteract your symptoms and train your brain to move better. Free Exercise Guides and Programs ! click here: https://themsgym.mykajabi.com/ms-gym-exercise-guides to visit this great site
- [Women's Adaptive Jeans designed for Wheelchair Users](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/womens-adaptive-jeans-designed-for-wheelchair-users/) - Women’s denim brand NYDJ, known for slimming jeans designed for a range of body types, is the latest mainstream brand to enter the adaptive marketplace. The Marilyn Straight Adapt-Denim Wheelchair Fit jeans include a higher back rise with a lower front rise, an adjustable elastic waist, flat seams, a zip fly with snap closure, faux
- [Hot and bothered: Read how heat makes MS symptoms worse](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/hot-and-bothered-read-how-heat-makes-ms-symptoms-worse/) - Around three quarters of people with MS find that their symptoms get worse when they are hot. This might be when the summer weather arrives, during exercise, when the central heating is too high or if you are in public spaces which can be overheated. Which symptoms get worse? Any symptoms can flare up, but
- [MS signs and symptoms](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-signs-and-symptoms/) - Multiple sclerosis is very individual, with no two experiences the same. Symptoms change, sometimes from morning to afternoon. They can come and go, while others may linger or worsen over time. Most are treatable and there are many practical ways to help manage them. What are symptoms of MS? They can include: fatigue strange skin
- [Managing MS Symptoms, Fever and Body Temperature](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/managing-ms-symptoms-fever-and-body-temperature/) - Medically reviewed by Joseph V. Campellone, M.D. Written by Emily Brown If you’re sensitive to temperatures — especially heat — and your multiple sclerosis (MS) symptoms feel worse when you have a fever, you’re not alone. MS causes damage (called demyelination) to the myelin sheaths of nerve cells in the central nervous system. A higher body temperature makes it harder for
- [video: The Patient's Experience: Making MS Boring, by Aaron Boster, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/making-ms-boring/) - Listen to Aaron Boster, MD for and an engaging talk on the topics showing below and why he does what he does. * Watch and Learn from a Master Educator * Recognizing and managing MS relapse in your life • Learn about Patient Support Programs • Mood, Depression and Cognition • How to prepare with
- [video: Rare and Unusual MS Symptoms, Produced by Aaron Boster, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-rare-and-unusual-ms-symptoms-produced-by-aaron-boster-md/) - #MultipleSclerosis Education In this video Dr. Boster shares the most rare and uncommon Multiple Sclerosis symptoms he has seen* in over a decade and a half of clinical practice. Want to hear about the 8 most unusual MS symptoms Dr. Boster has seen, then start watching this video RIGHT NOW!
- [My Invisible Symptoms - "You Do Not Have to See My MS Symptoms to Believe Them"](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/my-invisible-symptoms-you-do-not-have-to-see-my-ms-symptoms-to-believe-them/) - For MS Awareness Month, again show this video to the MS Community. The MS Views and News organization developed this special video to help increase awareness of multiple sclerosis and the challenges of invisible MS symptoms. The purpose of this project is to share the experience of living with the invisible symptoms of MS for
- [‘You’re Fine.’ Why Delays in MS Diagnosis Matter.](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/youre-fine-why-delays-in-ms-diagnosis-matter/) - by Lisa Doggett Family & lifestyle medicine physician, UT Health MS and Neuroimmunology Center; Sr. Medical Director, Sagility; Author of Up the Down Escalator: Medicine, Motherhood, and Multiple Sclerosis --- March 28, 2024 In the summer of 2019, Karson Lewis, then 23, was hiking with friends around Belton Lake, north of Austin, Texas when her legs
- [Tyruko Vs. Tysabri for Multiple Sclerosis Explained by Neurologist](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tyruko-vs-tysabri-for-multiple-sclerosis-explained-by-neurologist/) - Tyruko is a Tysabri biosimilar which has been FDA approved for multiple sclerosis. But is Tyruko just as good as Tysabri? Is it as effective and safe? Can you shift directly from Tyruko to Tysabri? This video explains Tyruko and reviews a head-to-head trial comparing Tysabri and Tyruko. Open this video by clicking the arrow
- [An outlook for MS Awareness month: South Florida mother with multiple sclerosis describes ‘invisible fight' with disease](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/an-ms-awareness-month-south-florida-mother-with-multiple-sclerosis-describes-invisible-fight-with-disease/) - MS, an autoimmune disease attacking the central nervous system and myelin sheath on cells, can cause different symptoms like nerve damage, pain, numbness or loss of bodily certain functions By Xochitl Hernandez • Published March 28, 2024 • Updated on March 28, 2024 Martha Casanova is described by loved ones as a force to be reckoned with. “Attitude is everything.
- [Hardest symptoms to treat as a physician??? The "invisible" ones!](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/hardest-symptoms-to-treat-as-a-physician-the-invisible-ones/) - Susan Payrovi, MD, IFMCP - Stanford University Professor | Integrative & Functional Medic There is no shortage of medications to treat chronic diseases. But it's the accompanying symptoms of fatigue, brain fog, pain, anxiety, depression, and insomnia that are the most challenging to address.Unfortunately, pharmaceuticals only partially address these invisible symptoms. This is why integrative
- [Choosing the Best Wheelchair Cushion for You](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/choosing-the-best-wheelchair-cushion-for-you/) - March 1, 2024 -- by Seth McBride - newmobility.com What type of cushion to use is one of the most important decisions you make when setting up your wheelchair. The right cushion can keep your skin safe, improve your posture and enhance your stability. The wrong cushion can lead to pressure injuries, spasticity and pain.Cushions
- [Tyruko vs. Tysabri for Multiple Sclerosis: 5 Similarities and Differences to Know](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tyruko-vs-tysabri-for-multiple-sclerosis-5-similarities-and-differences-to-know/) - Written by Cassandra Pardini, PharmD, MS | Reviewed by Daphne Berryhill, RPh - Key takeaways: Tyruko (natalizumab-sztn) and Tysabri (natalizumab) are medications that treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). Tyruko is a biosimilar to Tysabri that’s slated to become available in the U.S. during the first half of 2024. Although not identical, Tyruko works in the same
- [MS specific, Physical Therapy with Dr. Gretchen Hawley, PT, DPT, MSCS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-specific-physical-therapy-with-dr-gretchen-hawley-pt-dpt-mscs/) - To watch previous programs created and recorded by Dr. Gretchen Hawley, please click here
- [Exploring Biomarkers in MS – A New Frontier](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/exploring-biomarkers-in-ms-a-new-frontier/) - March 2024 Exploring MS biomarkers holds great potential for transforming the landscape of MS management, enabling better diagnostics, earlier interventions, and improved symptom control. This research may also reveal more about disease progression, potentially paving the way to targeted therapies and personalized treatments. What is a biomarker? The term “biomarker” stands for “biological marker.” Many
- [SetPoint nerve stimulator for RRMS accepted to FDA TAP program](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/setpoint-nerve-stimulator-for-rrms-accepted-to-fda-tap-program/) - Pilot program to help accelerate patient access to innovative devices by Andrea Lobo, PhD | March 26, 2024 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted SetPoint Medical, which is developing a nerve stimulator for people with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS), into a pilot program designed to promote the development of new medical devices, the company said. The Total Product Life
- [Managing migraines in people with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/managing-migraines-in-people-with-ms/) - March 20, 2024 --- Ectrims Insights Migraine is generally considered a common condition in people living with multiple sclerosis (MS) [1]. Back in 1952, D. McAlpine and N. Compston intended to describe “some aspects of the natural history of disseminated sclerosis” [2, p. 135]. They investigated a group of 250 individuals with MS and reported
- [Christina Applegate, Jamie Lynn Sigler open up about MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/christina-applegate-jamie-lynn-sigler-open-up-about-ms/) - Robin Roberts spoke with the actresses about their new podcast where they talk about coping with the debilitating disease and the support from family, friends and fans. Check out this video on ABC News: https://abcnews.go.com/Nightline/video/christina-applegate-jamie-lynn-sigler-open-ms-108105541
- [Why Are MS Muscle Spasms Worse at Night?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/why-are-ms-muscle-spasms-worse-at-night/) - Medically reviewed by Joseph V. Campellone, M.D. Updated on February 1, 2024 (though you cannot see it, I think my name is written all over this article, as Spasms affect me just about every night) Written by Emily Brown “I couldn’t sleep because of spasms,” one MyMSTeam member shared. Muscle spasms are common among people with multiple sclerosis (MS),
- [Muscle Relaxants for MS Spasticity: 6 Tips for Safe Use](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/muscle-relaxants-for-ms-spasticity-6-tips-for-safe-use/) - Medically reviewed by Jazmin N. McSwain, PharmD, BCPS / Written by Remi A. Kessler, M.D. Posted on May 22, 2023 Did you know muscle relaxants can be risky if not used properly? As many as 84 percent of people in the U.S. with multiple sclerosis (MS) experience muscle spasticity — muscles stiffness or tightness. Muscle relaxants are the mainstay medication for
- [MS vs NMO Attacks: What You Need To Know](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-vs-nmo-attacks-what-you-need-to-know/) - Click Image to listen to this video
- [Can You Live with MS and Still Find Reasons to Be Thankful?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/can-you-live-with-ms-and-still-find-reasons-to-be-thankful/) - By Cathy Chester on March 11, 2024 I'm thankful that I started my blog over ten years ago, but at first, I hesitated to be open and vulnerable. I worried about readers' reactions and whether they'd like my content. The anxiety was intense whenever I published a post. Blogging was in its infancy, and I was trying to
- [Redefining Relapse in Efficacy Measures for Multiple Sclerosis Treatments](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/redefining-relapse-in-efficacy-measures-for-multiple-sclerosis-treatments/) - By: Stephen Krieger, MD; Enrique Alvarez, MD, PhD In this poster, Enrique Alvarez, MD, PhD., (from university of Colorado at Denver) and Stephen Krieger, MD, evaluated relapses from the clinical trial of ublituximab (Briumvi) vs teriflunomide (Aubagio). in the main trials, Briumvi reduced relapses around 50% more than Aubagio, but it reduced new enhancing MRI
- [MOVING with MS (video playlist) - by Multiple Sclerosis Physical Therapist, Gretchen Hawley, DPT, PT](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/moving-with-ms-video-playlist-by-multiple-sclerosis-physical-therapist-gretchen-hawley-dpt-pt/) - Click here, to access the playlist of previous classes.
- [Is preboarding travelers with disabilities a good thing or not?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/is-preboarding-travelers-with-disabilities-a-good-thing-or-not/) - A former airline executive complains that people are faking it to board earlyby Ed Tobias | March 24, 2023Boarding an aircraft before others is a small benefit to being a disabled flyer. For years, giving me a small start to get down the jetway ahead of even the most frequent of frequent flyers has given me time to
- [Can Brain Stimulation Improve Cognition in MS? New Study Suggests it Can](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/can-brain-stimulation-improve-cognition-in-ms-new-study-suggests-it-can/) - Information processing speed improved with brain stimulation in a new study funded by the National MS Society. With additional research in the future, these results show promise for a non-drug intervention that may help address cognitive problems in people with MS. Background: MS symptoms may include difficulties with thinking (such as processing information), even early in
- [March is Autoimmune and MS Awareness Month: 12 Strategies to Help YOU Get a Better Night's Sleep](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/march-is-autoimmune-and-ms-awareness-month-12-strategies-to-help-you-get-a-better-nights-sleep/) - By Cathy Chester on March 1, 2024 --- An Empowered Spirit, MS Patient Advocate Every month of the year seems designated as the month to create awareness about a particular disease. Although I don't personally agree with this concept since raising awareness should be an ongoing effort throughout the year, I support the idea of awareness months. After all, why not bring attention
- [FLORIDA’S TOP 10 WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE DESTINATIONS FOR TOURISTS & RESIDENTS ALIKE](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/floridas-top-10-wheelchair-accessible-destinations-for-tourists-residents-alike/) - Year Round, the sunny State of Florida has a lot to offer wheelchair users, from plenty of wheelchair accessible van parking, to accessible businesses, to beach mobi mats and sand wheelchair rentals. There are a million reasons why Florida is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the United States, and we're about to
- [Disabled Travel: 19 Tips and Advice for Disabled Travelers](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/disabled-travel-19-tips-and-advice-for-disabled-travelers/) - Monday, May 6, 2019 Traveling with a disability is completely possible. With some planning and organizing, you can take that trip you’ve been dreaming of. The following tips and advice are specifically tailored to handicap travel and travelers with disabilities. The three main areas to focus on are pre-trip preparations, medical preparations, and traveling with
- [Exploring Disney with a Disability](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/exploring-disney-with-a-disability/) - Disabilities at Disney - Written by: Antoinette Yagy - owner of Free Wheeling Travel, LLC (a Facebook url) One of my favorite things in the whole world is to go to theme parks and growing up near the Orlando/Tampa area has provided me with many opportunities to visit and experience some of the best parks
- [Will Frexalimab replace the anti-CD20s?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/will-frexalimab-replace-the-anti-cd20s/) - It is clear to me, and it should be clear to my colleagues, that anti-CD20 therapies have a limited shelf-life as a treatment for MS and will not be the mainstay of MS treatment in 10 years time. The phase 2 data of frexalimab in relapsing multiple sclerosis has just been published in the New
- [High incidence, prevalence of pediatric-onset MS in Sweden](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/high-incidence-prevalence-of-pediatric-onset-ms-in-sweden/) - by Andrea Lobo, PhD | February 26, 2024 Sweden has a consistently high incidence and prevalence of pediatric-onset multiple sclerosis (PoMS), according to a recently published study. Incidence measures the number of new cases identified during a certain period, while prevalence measures the proportion of people in the population with the condition. Data show the disease is more common in
- [Dark rim on MS lesions seen with standard MRI may mark activity](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/dark-rim-on-ms-lesions-seen-with-standard-mri-may-mark-activity/) - Possible way of spotting in clinic rim lesions known to drive progression By Marisa Wexler, MS on 02/26/2024 An imaging feature called the T1-dark rim, which is visible on standard MRI scans of people with multiple sclerosis (MS), could help to identify paramagnetic rim lesions (PMLs), a study suggests. PMLs are regions of chronic active
- [New Free Workshop - Trevor Wicken is doing Hip Flexors](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/new-free-workshop-trevor-wicken-is-doing-hip-flexors/) - CLICK here to learn more of the exciting Free Workshop
- [MS trial to test magnetic brain stimulation for overactive bladder](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-trial-to-test-magnetic-brain-stimulation-for-overactive-bladder/) - Texas site now enrolling 29 women with MS and urinary tract problems Steve Bryson, PhD avatarby Steve Bryson, PhD | February 15, 2024 A small clinical trial in Texas is testing whether a noninvasive magnetic brain stimulation procedure can ease the symptoms of overactive bladder in adults with multiple sclerosis (MS). The randomized Phase 2 study (NCT06072703) is ongoing
- [Nitric oxide metabolites in blood could aid diagnosis of MS: Study](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/nitric-oxide-metabolites-in-blood-could-aid-diagnosis-of-ms-study/) - Molecules were elevated in study of RRMS, PPMS patients by Lindsey Shapiro, PhD | February 13, 2024 Measuring levels of nitric oxide metabolites in the blood could be a diagnostic biomarker for multiple sclerosis (MS), recent research suggests. The molecules, collectively called NOx, were elevated in the blood of people with relapsing-remitting MS (RRMS) and primary-progressive MS (PPMS) compared to people with a noninflammatory
- [Press Release: Phase 2 data published in NEJM show potential of frexalimab as high-efficacy therapy in relapsing MS (sanofi.com)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/press-release-phase-2-data-published-in-nejm-show-potential-of-frexalimab-as-high-efficacy-therapy-in-relapsing-ms-sanofi-com/) - Phase 2 data published in NEJM show potential of frexalimab as high-efficacy therapy in relapsing MS High-dose frexalimab significantly reduced disease activity, demonstrating 89% reduction in new brain lesions Phase 3 trials in relapsing MS and non-relapsing secondary progressive MS currently underway Paris, February 15, 2024. The New England Journal of Medicine published results from a positive Phase
- [MS and Mental Decline: 7 Strategies To Improve Memory and More](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-and-mental-decline-7-strategies-to-improve-memory-and-more/) - Medically reviewed by Amit M. Shelat, D.O. * Written by Brooke Dulka, Ph.D. and Kelly Crumrin Multiple sclerosis (MS) often causes cognitive symptoms such as problems with memory and executive function — the mental skills you use to control behaviors and get things done. Forgetting simple things and being unable to follow directions can make daily life a challenge. Additionally, MS
- [Confronting the Complicated Challenge of Multiple Sclerosis Pain](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/confronting-the-complicated-challenge-of-multiple-sclerosis-pain/) - For many people with multiple sclerosis (MS), chronic pain is an ever-present companion that hampers their quality of life. Treating and managing chronic pain in people with MS is complicated, however. The pain they grapple with may be neuropathic pain, which is the direct result of damage to nerves in the central nervous system. Or
- [Tysabri biosimilar Tyruko now available in Germany for RRMS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tysabri-biosimilar-tyruko-now-available-in-germany-for-rrms/) - Tyruko (natalizumab), the first biosimilar of Tysabri, is now available in Germany for adults with highly active relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS). As a biosimilar, Tyruko has the same safety and efficacy profile, mechanism of action, and pharmacological properties as Tysabri. Biosimilars are typically sold at lower prices than their reference medication, as generally occurs for generic medications. Tyruko became available in
- [Ancient DNA From Eurasian Herders Sheds Light on the Origins of Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ancient-dna-from-eurasian-herders-sheds-light-on-the-origins-of-multiple-sclerosis/) - January 14, 2014Genetic variants linked to the risk of MS were brought to Europe during a migration around 5,000 years ago, a new study finds—and they might have helped herders surviveGenes that significantly increase risk of developing multiple sclerosis were introduced to northwestern Europe by herders who migrated from the east around 5,000 years ago. SayoStudioMore
- [MS ECHO training for rural, frontline healthcare providers - CE Credits available](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-echo-training-for-rural-frontline-healthcare-providers-ce-credits-available/) - MS ECHO training for rural, frontline healthcare providers. This training was designed to better inform local providers, recognizing that many rural residents face barriers to accessing neurological care. The sessions take place once per month, the first Wednesday of the month for an hour. Participants can attend as many sessions as they would like, all free
- [Accessible Living: Renovation Tips](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/accessible-living-renovation-tips/) - If you want to age in place or have a disability that requires modifying your home to make your life easier and more comfortable, you must learn about accessible living. When renovating, you'll want to consult professionals specializing in universal design or accessibility modifications. They can provide expert advice tailored to your needs and ensure
- [Blood levels of GFAP protein may predict disease progression in PPMS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/blood-levels-of-gfap-protein-may-predict-disease-progression-in-ppms/) - Risk of disability worsening nearly 3 times greater with high GFAP: StudyThe ongoing worsening of disability among people with primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS) may be predicted by elevated blood levels of the GFAP protein, a marker of damage to star-shaped support cells in the brain and spinal cord called astrocytes, a study suggests.The risk of disability
- [The MS Views and News Learning Channel, Presents: THE 2023 MS SYMPOSIUM -  watch these educational videos with MS Neurologists Boster, Rosenthal, Steingo and more](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-ms-views-and-news-learning-channel-presents-the-2023-ms-symposium-watch-these-educational-videos-with-ms-neurologists-boster-rosenthal-steingo-and-more/) - PLAYING2023 MS Symposium (Part 1 of 5) - LIVING WELL with MS, Pain Management, Biomarkers and More40:26NOW PLAYING2023 MS Symposium (Part 2 of 5) - Mental Wellness in MS - Emotions, Mood Changes and more57:57NOW PLAYING2023 MS Symposium (Part 3 of 5) - Bladder and Sexual Issues in MS53:45NOW PLAYING2023 MS Symposium ( Part 4
- [EU agency OKs study of therapy to improve mitochondrial function](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/eu-agency-oks-study-of-therapy-to-improve-mitochondrial-function/) - Trial of MP101 to enroll patients with MS, other neurodegenerative diseasesby Andrea Lobo, PhD | January 16, 2024Mitochon Pharmaceuticals is launching a pilot clinical trial to evaluate MP101, its treatment candidate for improving mitochondrial function, in people with multiple sclerosis (MS) and other neurodegenerative diseases.The announcement follows the trial’s clearance by the European Medicines Agency (EMA), which enables Mitochon to begin
- [Dehydration and bladder function --- Are you dehydrating yourself to manage your bladder problems?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/dehydration-and-bladder-function-are-you-dehydrating-yourself-to-manage-your-bladder-problems/) - GAVIN GIOVANNONI - JAN 9, 2024Dehydration is not a good way to control your bladder symptoms.Almost 30 years ago, while doing my PhD on a urine biomarker of inflammation, I noted that urinary concentration of creatinine, a muscle metabolite excreted in the urine, correlated with disability. I soon worked out that people with MS with worse disability
- [High-Intensity Gait Training in an Individual With Neuromyelitis Optica and Research Recommendations for Individuals With Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/high-intensity-gait-training-in-an-individual-with-neuromyelitis-optica-and-research-recommendations-for-individuals-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - AbstractBackground:Neuromyelitis optica (NMO), similar to multiple sclerosis (MS), is an autoimmune disorder affecting the central nervous system. In people with central nervous system diagnoses, high-intensity gait training (HIGT) can support neuroplasticity, improving functional mobility. While low- to moderate-intensity exercise is beneficial in improving outcomes in individuals with NMO and MS, the impact of HIGT has
- [Effects of Physical Therapy and Dalfampridine on Function and Quality of Life in Non-ambulatory Individuals With Multiple Sclerosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/effects-of-physical-therapy-and-dalfampridine-on-function-and-quality-of-life-in-non-ambulatory-individuals-with-multiple-sclerosis-a-randomized-controlled-trial/) - Lacey E. Bromley, PhD; Bianca Weinstock-Guttman, MDInt J MS Care (2023)https://doi.org/10.7224/1537-2073.2023-063AbstractBackground:Decreases in mobility, quality of life (QOL) and cognition are commonly seen in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Physical therapy (PT) and exercise have been shown to improve many symptoms in ambulatory individuals with MS, however, evidence in nonambulatory people with MS is lacking. Dalfampridine
- [Behavioral Interventions to Improve Sleep Outcomes in Individuals With Multiple Sclerosis: A Systematic Review](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/behavioral-interventions-to-improve-sleep-outcomes-in-individuals-with-multiple-sclerosis-a-systematic-review/) - David Turkowitch, BS; Sarah J. Donkers, PT, PhD; Silvana L. Costa, PhD; Prasanna Vaduvathiriyan, MLS; Joy Williams, PT, DPT; Catherine Siengsukon, PT, PhDInt J MS Care (2024) 26 (1): 22–29. / https://doi.org/10.7224/1537-2073.2022-110 ABSTRACTBACKGROUND:Sleep disturbances are common in individuals with multiple sclerosis. The objective of this systematic review was to determine effective behavioral interventions to improve their sleep.METHODS:Literature
- [Direct and Indirect Care of Patients With Multiple Sclerosis: Burden on Providers and Impact of Portal Messages](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/direct-and-indirect-care-of-patients-with-multiple-sclerosis-burden-on-providers-and-impact-of-portal-messages/) - Rola Mahmoud, MD; Katie Callahan, RN; Doug Schell, APRN, MSCN; Suzanne Carron, OTR/L; Salim Chahin, MD, MSCEInt J MS Care (2024) 26 (1): 13–16.https://doi.org/10.7224/1537-2073.2022-102ABSTRACTBACKGROUND:Multiple sclerosis (MS) indirect patient-care time is often underreported and uncompensated. Data on time spent on indirect and direct care by MS providers is lacking.METHODS:A survey was designed to understand the practice patterns among MS providers in
- [The Impact of Insurance Restrictions in Newly Diagnosed Individuals With Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-impact-of-insurance-restrictions-in-newly-diagnosed-individuals-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - Ryan Mizell, MD / Int J MS Care (2024) 26 (1): 17–21.https://doi.org/10.7224/1537-2073.2022-069ABSTRACTBACKGROUND:The medical system in the United States has been riddled with insurance restrictions used by insurance companies to limit health care costs. The effects of insurance restrictions on patients receiving disease-modifying therapies for multiple sclerosis (MS) have not been specifically studied.METHODS:A retrospective cross-sectional study
- [Awareness and Utilization of Public Physiotherapy Health Care Services to Support People With Multiple Sclerosis: A Health Care Service Audit](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/awareness-and-utilization-of-public-physiotherapy-health-care-services-to-support-people-with-multiple-sclerosis-a-health-care-service-audit/) - Saduni Jasin-Pathiranage, B Physiotherapy, Hons; Lisa B. Grech, PhD, M Psych; Charlotte Scroggie, B Physiotherapy, Hons, Grad Cert Clinical Rehab; Phoebe Sansom, B Physiotherapy, Hons, Grad Cert Rehab SciInt J MS Care (2024) 26 (1): 8–12.https://doi.org/10.7224/1537-2073.2022-057ABSTRACTBACKGROUND:To maximize functioning and well-being in people with multiple sclerosis (MS), physiotherapy consultation is recommended at the point of diagnosis
- [Reasons Patients With Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis Contact Their Specialist Nurses](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/reasons-patients-with-primary-progressive-multiple-sclerosis-contact-their-specialist-nurses/) - Jacquelyn Bainbridge, PharmD; Rebecca Barnhart, PharmD; Ryan Fuller, PharmD; Van T. Hellerslia, PharmD; Julie Kidd, PharmD; Steven Merrill, PharmD; Emily Volger, PharmD; Jenelle H. Montgomery, PharmDInt J MS Care (2024) 26 (1): 1–7.https://doi.org/10.7224/1537-2073.2022-051 ABSTRACTBACKGROUND:Individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS) may experience a variety of visible and invisible symptoms and, as they age, comorbidities related and unrelated to
- [The Role of Clinical Pharmacists in Patient-Centric Comprehensive Multiple Sclerosis Care](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-role-of-clinical-pharmacists-in-patient-centric-comprehensive-multiple-sclerosis-care/) - ABSTRACTBACKGROUND:Individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS) may experience a variety of visible and invisible symptoms and, as they age, comorbidities related and unrelated to their MS. This can result in a complex medication regimen that includes disease-modifying therapies, symptom management drugs, and prescriptions for other comorbid disorders.METHODS:We reviewed the existing literature to discover how to optimally
- [Can the Keto Diet Help Reduce MS Symptoms?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/can-the-keto-diet-help-reduce-ms-symptoms/) - Medically reviewed by Luc Jasmin, M.D., Ph.D., FRCS (C), FACS Written by Emily BrownThe keto diet is a popular topic among people with multiple sclerosis (MS), including many MyMSTeam members. The keto diet is high in fat and low in carbohydrates compared with a more balanced diet where carbohydrates, when broken down, are the main source
- [MS activity not likely to be affected by dairy or gluten foods, study finds](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-activity-not-likely-to-be-affected-by-dairy-or-gluten-foods-study-finds/) - No major differences seen in diets of patients who did or didn't attain NEDA-3by Marisa Wexler, MS | January 3, 2024An analysis of data covering nearly 200 people with multiple sclerosis (MS) found no association between dairy or gluten consumption and MS disease activity.While some specific diets for MS tend to restrict gluten and/or daily, this study found that
- [Sudo raises $116M to develop TYK2 inhibitors for MS, other diseases](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/sudo-raises-116m-to-develop-tyk2-inhibitors-for-ms-other-diseases/) - Biopharmaceutical plans to advance 2 candidates into clinical trials in 2024by Patricia Inacio, PhD | January 2, 2024Sudo Biosciences has raised $116 million in a Series B financing to support the clinical development of two inhibitors of the TYK2 enzyme for treating neurological conditions like multiple sclerosis (MS) and skin-related diseases.One of the TYK2 inhibitors, given orally, is
- [Disease activity and neonatal outcomes after exposure to natalizumab throughout pregnancy](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/disease-activity-and-neonatal-outcomes-after-exposure-to-natalizumab-throughout-pregnancy/) - AbstractBackground: After natalizumab discontinuation severe relapses can occur despite pregnancy, but third trimester exposure is associated with neonatal haematological abnormalities (HA). The best time point for stopping natalizumab during pregnancy is unclear.Methods: Prospective, observational cohort with 350 natalizumab exposed pregnancies from the German Multiple Sclerosis and Pregnancy Registry. Clinical disease activity and neonatal outcomes are compared between
- [NK cells may hold key to link between viral infections, MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/nk-cells-may-hold-key-to-link-between-viral-infections-ms/) - Multiple risk factors, antibodies against EBV and myelin lead to high MS riskby Marisa Wexler, MS | December 15, 2023Natural killer (NK) cells, a type of immune cell, are critical for preventing an immune response against an infecting virus from triggering multiple sclerosis (MS), a new study shows.“Our study demonstrates that the main protective factors
- [Neurofilament Light Chain Assay](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/neurofilament-light-chain-assay/) - Advance your neurology research from discovery to diagnostics by reliably measuring neurofilament light (NfL).The Quanterix Simoa® NfL Assay is an ultrasensitive laboratory test designed to accurately measure NfL levels in serum, plasma, or cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) samples. This neurofilament light chain assay is performed using Quanterix’s Simoa® platform, a digital immunoassay technology that detects and
- [New study suggests possible targets for multiple sclerosis vaccine development](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/new-study-suggests-possible-targets-for-multiple-sclerosis-vaccine-development/) - Published December 15, 2023 | Originally published on MedicalXpress Breaking News-and-EventsMultiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disease in which the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is thought to play a role that has not yet been fully clarified. In particular, it was previously unclear why almost all people are infected with EBV in the course of their lives, but
- [Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Reducing Depressive Symptoms in Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/cognitive-behavioral-therapy-for-reducing-depressive-symptoms-in-multiple-sclerosis/) - A remote-access internet-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy program was found to be safe and effective for alleviating the symptoms of depression in multiple sclerosis patients in a new study.Compared to healthy individuals, people with inflammatory and neurological conditions have a higher prevalence of depression. The onset of depression in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients is associated with
- [U.S. Neurologists Eagerly Await Promising Oral BTKis in MS Treatment Pipeline, Though Recent Trial Readouts Might Hamper Initial Excitement](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/u-s-neurologists-eagerly-await-promising-oral-btkis-in-ms-treatment-pipeline-though-recent-trial-readouts-might-hamper-initial-excitement/) - Efficacy and safety of pipeline multiple sclerosis assets viewed as increasingly important characteristics, according to Spherix Global Insights. [Exton PA, December 13, 2023] — Several clinical trials are underway for Bruton’s tyrosine kinase inhibitors (BTKi) targeting relapsing and progressive multiple sclerosis (RMS/PPMS). These BTKi's, administered orally, possess the advantage of easy dosing while leveraging their small molecular structure to
- [Multiple Sclerosis and Diet: All You Need to Know](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-and-diet-all-you-need-to-know/) - Multiple sclerosis (MS) is one of the most common neurological disorders. It affects almost 914,000 U.S. adults and over 2.1 million people worldwide, and it’s two to three times more common among women than men. Trusted SourceThis article explains how diet may affect MS and provides a guide for dietary changes that may help manage its
- [Regular exercise plays a pivotal role in enhancing the lives of individuals diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/regular-exercise-plays-a-pivotal-role-in-enhancing-the-lives-of-individuals-diagnosed-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - Regular exercise plays a pivotal role in enhancing the lives of individuals diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). While facing the challenges associated with this neurological condition, engaging in physical activity becomes a beacon of hope, fostering improvements in various aspects of life.The impact of exercise on the quality of life for MS patients is profound.
- [Potential drug targets for multiple sclerosis identified through Mendelian randomization analysis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/potential-drug-targets-for-multiple-sclerosis-identified-through-mendelian-randomization-analysis/) - AbstractMultiple sclerosis is a complex autoimmune disease, and several therapies for multiple sclerosis have been developed and widely used. However, existing medications for multiple sclerosis were far from satisfactory due to their failure to suppress relapses and alleviate disease progression. Novel drug targets for multiple sclerosis prevention are still needed. We performed Mendelian randomization to
- [Exercise Improves Physical Capacity, Cognition, Quality of Life and Promotes Neurotrophic Factors in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis - PubMed](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/exercise-improves-physical-capacity-cognition-quality-of-life-and-promotes-neurotrophic-factors-in-patients-with-multiple-sclerosis-pubmed/) - December 2023AbstractIntroduction: We aimed to determine the effect of regular exercise on aerobic capacity, strength values, and plasma levels of Nerve Growth Factor (NGF) and Neurotrophin-3 (NT-3) in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) and investigate its effects on MS symptoms including cognitive impairment, fatigue, balance disorders, and quality of life (QOL).Methods: Forty-three relapsing-remitting MS patients with an
- [Pediatric Onset Multiple Sclerosis and Obesity: Defining the Silhouette of Disease Features in Overweight Patients](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/pediatric-onset-multiple-sclerosis-and-obesity-defining-the-silhouette-of-disease-features-in-overweight-patients/) - December 2023 AbstractObesity has been suggested as an environmental risk factor for multiple sclerosis (MS) and may negatively effect the progression of the disease. The aim of this study is to determine any correlation between overweight/obesity and the clinical and neuroradiological features at the onset of pediatric onset multiple sclerosis (POMS). Were included patients referred to
- [Biologics and Biosimilars in Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/biologics-and-biosimilars-in-multiple-sclerosis/) - In this video, Dr. Boster discusses the use of Biologics and Biosimilars in Multiple Sclerosis. Visit the MS Views and News articles and videos archives: https://wwwmsviewsandrelatednews.blogVisit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/msviewsandnews Visit us on Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/MSViewsandNews Visit us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/msviewsandnews Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [What Is a Wash-Out Period? 8 Things To Know for DMTs  (Disease Modifying Therapies)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-is-a-wash-out-period-8-things-to-know-for-dmts-disease-modifying-therapies/) - Written by Maureen McNultyMedically reviewed by Luc Jasmin, M.D., Ph.D., FRCS (C), FACS If you have multiple sclerosis (MS) and want to switch treatments, you may need to wait for one disease-modifying therapy (DMT) to clear out of your system before you start another.This “wash-out period” may be a different length of time depending on which DMT you
- [Vanda acquires rights to Ponvory for MS in US, Canada for $100M](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/vanda-acquires-rights-to-ponvory-for-ms-in-us-canada-for-100m/) - by Patricia Inacio, PhD | December 12, 2023Oral therapy approved in both countries to lower relapse ratesVanda Pharmaceuticals has acquired the U.S. and Canadian rights to Ponvory (ponesimod), an oral therapy approved for relapsing types of MS, in a new deal with Actelion PharmaceuticalsUnder the terms of the agreement, Vanda paid $100 million to Actelion (now part of Janssen), the therapy’s original developer.While the
- [“Inverse vaccine” shows potential to treat multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune diseases](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/inverse-vaccine-shows-potential-to-treat-multiple-sclerosis-and-other-autoimmune-diseases/) - September 11, 2023In a new study, Prof. Jeffrey Hubbell and fellow researchers describe a new “inverse vaccine” that in a lab setting can stop autoimmune reactions which attack a person’s healthy tissues, as seen in diseases multiple sclerosis, type I diabetes, or rheumatoid arthritis. (Image copyright shutterstock.com)By Sarah C.P. WilliamsA new type of vaccine developed by
- [Evobrutinib is no better than teriflunomide](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/evobrutinib-is-no-better-than-teriflunomide/) - The EVOLUTION phase 3 clinical trials showed evobrutinib did not meet its primary endpoint of annualized relapse rate for up to 156 weeks compared to oral teriflunomide. Why?GAVIN GIOVANNONIDEC 6, 2023Merck’s press release on the Evobrutinib vs Teriflunomide phase 3 EVOLUTION trials says more about teriflunomide than evobrutinib, but they do raise questions about all the
- [Smoking during pregnancy and risk of multiple sclerosis in offspring and mother: A Danish nationwide register-based cohort study](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/smoking-during-pregnancy-and-risk-of-multiple-sclerosis-in-offspring-and-mother-a-danish-nationwide-register-based-cohort-study/) - (this photo is not directly associated with the research study. The photo was added for visual effect only)AbstractBackground: The association between intra-uterine exposure to maternal smoking and risk of multiple sclerosis (MS) has been little studied and with conflicting results.Objective: To examine the risk of
- [Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Multiple Sclerosis MRI Outcomes](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/racial-and-ethnic-disparities-in-multiple-sclerosis-mri-outcomes/) - Information provided by Sheila Thorne, President & CEO - Multicultural Healthcare Marketing Group Specializing in Cultural Competency Training Medically reviewed by Dr. Kimberly Langdon Cull, M.D. on Oct. 4, 2023A comprehensive review examined the need for more research into racial and ethnic disparities in MRI findings among multiple sclerosis patients. The study highlights the importance of diversity
- [CHAIR PILATES for the MS community](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/chair-pilates-for-the-ms-community/) - For anybody wanting to catch up on some of #MSViewsandNews' previous #pilates classes, take a look at what you have missed... >>>> click: https://bit.ly/3R6mlN0
- [Why BOTHER taking MS Medicines? by  @AaronBosterMD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/why-bother-taking-ms-medicines-by-aaronbostermd/) - Stay informed with MS information, news and resources. Sign-up Here: https://bit.ly/3NkMIeR Visit the MS Views and News articles and videos archives: https://wwwmsviewsandrelatednews.blogVisit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/msviewsandnews Visit us on X (formerly known as Twitter): www.twitter.com/MSViewsandNews Visit us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/msviewsandnews Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [video: Biomarkers and Biosimilars for MS  -- an MS Views NOW event](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-biomarkers-and-biosimilars-for-ms-an-ms-views-now-event/) - https://bit.ly/3SOafcO Stay informed with MS information, news and resources. Sign-up Here: https://bit.ly/3NkMIeR Visit the MS Views and News articles and videos archives: https://wwwmsviewsandrelatednews.blogVisit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/msviewsandnews Visit us on Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/MSViewsandNews Visit us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/msviewsandnews Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [MS Fatigue, Cognition & Depression plus other Multiple Sclerosis topics, discussed in Rural America](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-fatigue-cognition-depression-plus-other-multiple-sclerosis-topics-discussed-in-rural-america/) - Stay informed with MS information, news and resources. Sign-up Here: https://bit.ly/3NkMIeR Visit the MS Views and News articles and videos archives: https://wwwmsviewsandrelatednews.blogVisit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/msviewsandnews Visit us on Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/MSViewsandNews Visit us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/msviewsandnews Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Researchers are committed to finding solutions for everyone affected by MS — the very people who hold the key to the answers.](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/researchers-are-committed-to-finding-solutions-for-everyone-affected-by-ms-the-very-people-who-hold-the-key-to-the-answers/) - Information provided by: Paige B. Dalton, JD - Manager, Healthcare Provider Engagement National Multiple Sclerosis Society Professional Resource Center : National Multiple Sclerosis Societyhttps://www.nationalmssociety.org/Research/Participate-in-Research-StudiesPeople with MS, and sometimes family members, can help advance MS research by: responding to surveys online sharing their voices and ideas through NARCOMS and iConquerMSTM, organizations that amass volunteer-submitted information volunteering for clinical trials and other studies donating DNA from saliva
- [Learning About MS - Wellness Therapy - Impacts on Quality of Life](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/learning-about-ms-wellness-therapy-impacts-on-quality-of-life/) - Provided by #MSViewsandNews Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Remedies for Constipation with Multiple Sclerosis (MS)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/remedies-for-constipation-with-multiple-sclerosis-ms/) - Constipation is common in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Discover ways to manage it, from dietary changes to over-the-counter products.If you have multiple sclerosis (MS), there’s a good chance you have bladder and bowel problems, which include constipation.It’s important that you discuss constipation with your doctor. Unresolved constipation can actually worsen other MS symptoms, including
- [What’s an MS Zinger and How Can You Manage It?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/whats-an-ms-zinger-and-how-can-you-manage-it/) - Dysesthesia, or MS zingers, are painful sensations that often strike feet, hands, legs, and other areas of the body.MS “zingers” refer to neuropathic sensations, such as pain or pins and needles, caused by multiple sclerosis-related damage. Treatment can involve medical treatment and avoiding triggers.Do you ever feel sharp, prickling, radiating pain that seems to come
- [Optical coherence tomography (OCT) measurements and disability in multiple sclerosis (MS): A systematic review and meta-analysis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/optical-coherence-tomography-oct-measurements-and-disability-in-multiple-sclerosis-ms-a-systematic-review-and-meta-analysis/) - Omid Mirmosayyeb 1, Mohammad Yazdan Panah 2, Yousef Mokary 2, Elham Moases Ghaffary 2, Hamed Ghoshouni 2, Robert Zivadinov 3, Bianca Weinstock-Guttman 1, Dejan Jakimovski 4Affiliations expandPMID: 37924591 DOI: 10.1016/j.jns.2023.120847AbstractBackground: Studies have demonstrated that people with multiple sclerosis (pwMS) experience visual impairments and neurodegenerative retinal processes. The disability progression in pwMS may be associated with
- [A mixed-methods feasibility case series of a job retention vocational rehabilitation intervention for people with multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/a-mixed-methods-feasibility-case-series-of-a-job-retention-vocational-rehabilitation-intervention-for-people-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - PurposeTo ascertain the feasibility and acceptability of delivering a job retention vocational rehabilitation intervention [MSVR] for people with multiple sclerosis (pwMS) in a community setting. Secondary objectives included determining whether MSVR was associated with changes in quality of life, fatigue, mood, cognition, workplace accommodations, work instability, work self-efficacy, and goal attainment.MethodsSingle-centre mixed-methods feasibility case series.Results15
- [Is Multiple Sclerosis Hereditary?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/is-multiple-sclerosis-hereditary/) - If you have multiple sclerosis — an autoimmune disease that attacks nerves in the spinal cord and brain — you may worry about passing it on to your children. MS is not hereditary, meaning it’s not directly transmitted from parent to child or passed down in a family through generations. However, having a first-degree relative
- [Autonomic Symptom Burden and Decreased Quality of Life Among Patients With MS and NMOSD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/autonomic-symptom-burden-and-decreased-quality-of-life-among-patients-with-ms-and-nmosd/) - Researchers in Serbia identified link between autonomic symptom burden and quality of life.Recently published findings in the journal Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders, showed a significant correlation between autonomic symptom burden and decreased quality of life among both patients living with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) and multiple sclerosis (MS), the correlation being stronger in MS.In the
- [AI Algorithm May Predict Medication Adherence in Patients with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ai-algorithm-may-predict-medication-adherence-in-patients-with-ms/) - September 22, 2023Rosanna Sutherby, Pharm.D.woop, a New York-based company, has launched an algorithm that may help people with multiple sclerosis take medications as prescribed.With chronic health conditions, such as multiple sclerosis (MS), medication or therapy adherence is key to treatment success and delayed disease progression. However, according to the World Health Organization, an estimated 50%
- [New Data Shows Positive Efficacy and Safety Outcomes After 10 Years of Ocrevus Treatment](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/new-data-shows-positive-efficacy-and-safety-outcomes-after-10-years-of-ocrevus-treatment/) - October 18, 2023Rosanna Sutherby, Pharm.D.In 2017, the FDA approved Genentech’s Ocrevus (ocrelizumab) for the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) and primary progressive MS (PPMS) in adults. It was the first and remains the only disease-modifying treatment (DMT) FDA-approved for treating PPMS. The antibody is now approved in more than 100 countries, and
- [Intranasal Foralumab for Multiple Sclerosis Now Approved by FDA for At-Home Dosing](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/intranasal-foralumab-for-multiple-sclerosis-now-approved-by-fda-for-at-home-dosing/) - October 20, 2023Isabella Ciccone, M.P.H.The FDA’s decision to allow at-home dosing of intransal foralumab for patients with multiple sclerosis is likely to improve patient compliance to treatment and health outcomes, according to a recent release statement.This was originally published in NeurologyLive.The FDA has allowed Tiziana Life Sciences’ agent foralumab, a fully human intranasal anti-CD3 monoclonal antibody,
- [PML, a Rare Side Effect of Tysabri, Found to Worsen Long-Term Disability in Patients with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/pml-a-rare-side-effect-of-tysabri-found-to-worsen-long-term-disability-in-patients-with-ms/) - October 11, 2023Rosanna Sutherby, Pharm.D.Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML) is caused by John Cunningham virus (JCV). A recently published study suggests that the number of cases of PML related to Tysabri (natalizumab) have been decreasing perhaps as a result of increased monitoring.Tysabri (natalizumab) is an integrin receptor antagonist indicated for treating relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis
- [Neurofilament Light Predicts MS Worsening in Silent Progression](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/neurofilament-light-predicts-ms-worsening-in-silent-progression/) - NfL changes occurred in advance of, not coincident with, clinical worseningby Judy George, Deputy Managing Editor, MedPage Today October 17, 2023Share on Facebook. Opens in a new tab or windowShare on Twitter. Opens in a new tab or windowShare on LinkedIn. Opens in a new tab or windowemail articleNeuroaxonal pathology occurred in advance of -- not coincident
- [S1P Receptor Modulator May Boost Cognitive Processing Speed in Early MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/s1p-receptor-modulator-may-boost-cognitive-processing-speed-in-early-ms/) - Ozanimod (Zeposia) led to test score improvements in interim analysisby Judy George, Deputy Managing Editor, MedPage Today October 19, 2023Share on Facebook. Opens in a new tab or windowShare on Twitter. Opens in a new tab or windowShare on LinkedIn. Opens in a new tab or windowemail articleTreatment with ozanimod (Zeposia) led to clinically meaningful improvement in
- [BTK Inhibitor Reduces Brain Lesions in Relapsing MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/btk-inhibitor-reduces-brain-lesions-in-relapsing-ms/) - — Subgroup analysis shows brain penetrationby Judy George, Deputy Managing Editor, MedPage Today October 19, 2023Share on Facebook. Opens in a new tab or windowShare on Twitter. Opens in a new tab or windowShare on LinkedIn. Opens in a new tab or windowemail articleMILAN -- Investigational fenebrutinib reduced brain lesions in relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS) patients and
- [Spasticity and Baclofen Pumps: What You Need to Know](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/spasticity-and-baclofen-pumps-what-you-need-to-know/) - In this video, Dr. Boster teaches you about spasticity and how intrathecal baclofen pumps treat it! CLICK HERE to Watch this VideoStay informed with MS information, news and resources. Sign-up Here: https://bit.ly/3NkMIeR Visit the MS Views and News articles and videos archives: https://wwwmsviewsandrelatednews.blogVisit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/msviewsandnews Visit us on Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/MSViewsandNews Visit us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/msviewsandnews Visit our MS Learning
- [What Causes MS?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-causes-ms-2/) - In multiple sclerosis, the body’s own immune system attacks the central nervous system (CNS) and causes damage, which slows or stops nerve transmission.OverviewThe cause of MS is not known. Scientists believe MS is triggered by a combination of factors. To identify the cause, research is ongoing in areas of:immunology (the study of the body’s immune system)epidemiology (the
- [Emergency Assistance Grant application from MS Foundation](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/emergency-assistance-grant-application-from-ms-foundation/) - MS Focus' Emergency Assistance Grant provides full or partial financial assistance for urgent needs related to rent, utilities, or medication. Disclaimer - MS Focus does not provide assistance with mortgage payments. Funds are limited and restrictions apply. Applicants must provide documentation of the need, authorization for the program coordinator to communicate directly with the party to whom the
- [CHAIR PILATES for MS Community](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/chair-pilates-for-ms-community/) - Visit our Chair Pilates for MS Community Playlist by Clicking HERE#Pilates #ChairPilatesClick to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [UPDATE: Reports Suggest Vitamin D Supplements Do Not Reduce Ongoing MS Disease Activity](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/update-reports-suggest-vitamin-d-supplements-do-not-reduce-ongoing-ms-disease-activity/) - Update to Bulletin posted 10/27/22UPDATE: Results from the U.S.-based study have now been published - see below.-- These studies do not answer whether vitamin D can prevent MSAt the 2022 ECTRIMS (European Committee for the Treatment and Research of Multiple Sclerosis) conference in Amsterdam this week, results of two vitamin D supplement trials were announced. Both studies suggest
- [RSVP for MS Webinars on February 8th & 9th for: Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation; Strengthening & Stretching; MS Symptoms Management, Treatment updates and more...](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/rsvp-for-ms-webinars-on-february-8th-strengthening-ms-symptoms-management-treatment-updates-and-more/) - For February 8th - This presentation on Pelvic Floor & Bladder Issues in MS - Understanding avenues of therapy and wellness with Carina Siracusa, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Women's Health Clinical SpecialistTo RSVP for this event, CLICK HERE~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~For February 9th, 2022 - RSVP to Join us to listen with MS Exercise specialist Jeffrey Segal to discuss Strengthening and
- [video: Bladder issues in Multiple Sclerosis (MS)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-bladder-issues-in-multiple-sclerosis-ms/) - #multiplesclerosis #ms #bladderissues #urologicsymptoms Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS educationVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [JC Virus Mutations May Predict Rare Brain Infection Linked to Tysabri](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/jc-virus-mutations-may-predict-rare-brain-infection-linked-to-tysabri/) - By Steve Bryson PhD on Oct 04, 2021 Mutations in the John Cunningham virus may serve as an early predictor for a rare brain infection in multiple sclerosis patients receiving Tysabri (natalizumab), a study suggests.However, more research is required to investigate the specific mutations in the viral VP1 gene, and validate the risk of the condition, known as progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML),
- [I Know I’m in a Handicapped Spot, but I’ll Only Be 2 Minutes](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/i-know-im-in-a-handicapped-spot-but-ill-only-be-2-minutes/) - NOVEMBER 13, 2018 BY ED TOBIAS I’m writing again about someone with MS who was blocked from a handicapped parking spot by someone who isn’t handicapped. I know, it happens all the time. But this time was a little different. The spot was blocked by a television news crew. And that struck a nerve (I’ll tell
- [Telemedicine: Not perfect, but better than spreading the virus](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/telemedicine-not-perfect-but-better-than-spreading-the-virus/) - written by: Ed Tobias - Apr3, 2020 Full article Dr. Barry Singer also has moved to virtual visits. Singer, who directs The MS Center for Innovations in Care in St. Louis, Missouri, said his center treats about 4,000 MS patients. During the center’s first week of telemedicine, none have come into the office. “It’s odd,” Singer told
- [DEMENTIA - an overview, causes and symptoms](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/dementia-an-overview-causes-and-symptoms/) - OverviewDementia is a term used to describe a group of symptoms affecting memory, thinking and social abilities. In people who have dementia, the symptoms interfere with their daily lives. Dementia isn't one specific disease. Several diseases can cause dementia.Dementia generally involves memory loss. It's often one of the early symptoms of the condition. But having
- [MS Bladder Problems Show Up Early and Often](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-bladder-problems-show-up-early-and-often/) - Published: May 30, 2014 By John Gever, Deputy Managing Editor, MedPage Today MS Bladder Problems Show Up Early and Often Published: May 30, 2014 By John Gever, Deputy Managing Editor, MedPage Today DALLAS -- Nearly 80% of multiple sclerosis patients in a large registry reported overactive bladder symptoms, and more than one-third of newly diagnosed patients in
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- [Important Patient and Consumer Information About Regenerative Medicine Therapies / Diseases and Conditions not yet approved for this therapy](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/important-patient-and-consumer-information-about-regenerative-medicine-therapies-diseases-and-conditions-not-yet-approved-for-this-therapy/) - June 3, 2021The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates regenerative medicine products. There continues to be broad marketing of unapproved products considered regenerative medicine therapies that are intended for the treatment or cure of a wide range of diseases or medical conditions. These products require FDA licensure/approval to be marketed to consumers. Before approval,
- [SSDI (Social Security Disabilty) Laws](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ssdi-social-security-disabilty-laws/) - April 28, 2018 - from Atlanta, Ga. Featuring Lisa Gonzalez Goetz, PA Speaking in everyday language about Social Security disability laws Listen to Learn :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: Click here to receive MS news and information via e-mail
- [Primary progressive MS confirmed as own disorder in mouse study](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/primary-progressive-ms-confirmed-as-own-disorder-in-mouse-study-2/) - by Marisa Wexler, MS | February 7, 2023Antibodies in spinal fluid seen to drive PPMS, but not relapsing MSPrimary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS) is driven by antibodies in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), the liquid around the brain and spinal cord — but this is not the case in the more common relapsing forms of MS —
- [Primary Progressive MS: Myths vs. Facts](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/primary-progressive-ms-myths-vs-facts/) - Primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS) is a complex disease that varies between individuals. In other words, not everyone will have the same symptoms or experiences. The rates of progression also vary. The mysteries surrounding PPMS have generated many myths about this condition. This can create a lot of confusion when you’re trying to research multiple
- [#AAN2022 – For Children With MS, Symptoms May Predict Future Disability](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/aan2022-for-children-with-ms-symptoms-may-predict-future-disability/) - April 27, 2022 - by Marisa Wexler MS Children with multiple sclerosis (MS) who in their first year after disease onset experience pyramidal symptoms, such as spasticity or weakness, visual problems, or show signs of cerebellum involvement like poorer coordination are more likely to have worse long-term disability, an analysis of registry data indicates.The analysis also suggests that
- [Beyond Motor Symptom Wearing-off in Parkinson’s Disease – What Are We Missing?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/beyond-motor-symptom-wearing-off-in-parkinsons-disease-what-are-we-missing/) - Authors: Olivier Rascol , Hubert Fernandez , Per Odin , Joaquim J Ferreira European Neurological Review. 2020;15(Suppl. 1):2–7 Abstract In the treatment of Parkinson’s disease (PD), wearing-off refers to the recurrence of motor (and non-motor) symptoms typically preceding scheduled doses of anti-parkinsonian medication. These can exert a substantial functional burden on the patient, are a frequent occurrence in patients with PD, can occur
- [Patient Perspectives on Generalized Myasthenia Gravis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/patient-perspectives-on-generalized-myasthenia-gravis/) - READ MORE here Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Teva gets patent for invention related to multiple sclerosis drug](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/teva-gets-patent-for-invention-related-to-multiple-sclerosis-drug/) - April 16, 2016 The company claims that the pharmaceutical composition in the product, related to multiple sclerosis drug Laquinimod, provides superior stabilisation Israel-based Teva Pharmaceuticals has received patent approval for a product related to multiple sclerosis drug Laquinimod. According to reports, Laquinimod is developed by Teva Pharma in collaboration with Active Biotech AB, a Swedish biotechnology company which has focus on neurodegenerative/ inflammatory diseases and
- [Peace out: Roche’s Genentech adopts V hand signal in next-gen Ocrevus campaign for multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/peace-out-roches-genentech-adopts-v-hand-signal-in-next-gen-ocrevus-campaign-for-multiple-sclerosis/) - Beth Snyder Bulik -Senior EditorThe two-finger V sign debuted in Roche’s Genentech first TV commercial for multiple sclerosis treatment Ocrevus. Real patients starring in the “Dear MS” launch ads held up two fingers to signify the two times per year dosing schedule.Read more Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [DIET and NUTRITION](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/diet-and-nutrition/) - Click HERE to Subscribe for the MS Beacon NewsletterWhile there is no “MS diet,” you can still eat healthy.Click to read some tips and techniques. ````````````````````````````````````````````````````` Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Al frente Puerto Rico en el estudio científico de la Esclerosis Múltiple a nivel mundial](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/al-frente-puerto-rico-en-el-estudio-cientifico-de-la-esclerosis-multiple-a-nivel-mundial/) - Dr. Ángel Chinea, pionero en la investigación científica de la Esclerosis Múltiple en Puerto Rico 10 de Ago 2017 La comunidad médica puertorriqueña continúa brillando, esta vez en el estudio de la Esclerosis Múltiple (EM) a nivel mundial,
- [Distinction between MOG antibody-positive and AQP4 antibody-positive NMO spectrum disorders](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/distinction-between-mog-antibody-positive-and-aqp4-antibody-positive-nmo-spectrum-disorders/) - AbstractObjective: To evaluate clinical features among patients with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders (NMOSD) who have myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein (MOG) antibodies, aquaporin-4 (AQP4) antibodies, or seronegativity for both antibodies.Methods: Sera from patients diagnosed with NMOSD in 1 of 3 centers (2 sites in Brazil and 1 site in Japan) were tested for MOG and AQP4 antibodies using cell-based
- [Before you travel this summer, read how to navigate the #TSA checkpoint with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/before-you-travel-this-summer-read-how-to-navigate-the-tsa-checkpoint-with-ms/) - Click here to receive MS news via e-mail Source: MS Focus Magazine - a publication of the MS Foundation Since its
- [Problems Swallowing as a Symptom of Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/problems-swallowing-as-a-symptom-of-multiple-sclerosis/) - BEING this is one of my Symptoms, I had to provide it to you after receiving it from: about.com_MS It's a good thing my wife knows the Hiemlich maneuver. She has unfortunately needed to use it on me a couple of scary times... Yes,, a very scary ordeal.. Dysphagia Can Be Subtle, But Dangerous It
- [Eculizumab Shows Better Prolonging of Time to NMOSD Relapse Than Other Treatments](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/eculizumab-shows-better-prolonging-of-time-to-nmosd-relapse-than-other-treatments/) - October 17, 2021 - Marco MeglioAn indirect comparison study evaluated relative treatment effects of eculizumab (Soliris; Alexion), inebilizumab (Uplizna; Horizon), and satralizumab (Enspryng; Genentech), the 3 FDA-approved options for NMOSD.Using a Bayesian network meta-analysis (NMA), findings showed that treatment with eculizumab (Soliris; Alexion) monotherapy and combination of eculizumab and immunosuppressant (IST) has greater success in prolonging
- [Generic and Biosimilar Medications for MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/generic-and-biosimilar-medications-for-ms/) - Generics and biosimilars are follow-on medications. A generic is a follow-on medication to a brand medication and a biosimilar is a follow-on medication to a biologic. They are determined by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to be bioequivalent to (the same as) or biosimilar to (functionally the same but not identical due to natural
- [Researchers Reverse Aspects of Aging to Increase Myelin Repair in Rats](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/researchers-reverse-aspects-of-aging-to-increase-myelin-repair-in-rats/) - November 5, 2019 Researchers from the UK and Australia have found a way to make rat brain cells act more youthful, reversing some of the loss of healing capacity that normally comes with older age. Multiple sclerosis involves immune attacks that damage brain tissues, including the myelin coating on nerve fibers. The brain has its
- [MS Views NOW video:  - Touches Base with Content Creator Patient Advocate Crystal Bedoya](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-views-now-video-touches-base-with-content-creator-patient-advocate-crystal-bedoya/) - Stay informed with MS information, news and resources. Sign-up Here: https://bit.ly/3NkMIeR Visit the MS Views and News articles and videos archives: https://wwwmsviewsandrelatednews.blogVisit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/msviewsandnews Visit us on Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/MSViewsandNews Visit us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/msviewsandnews Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [The topographical model of #MS   - comments from the creator, Stephen Krieger, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-topographical-model-of-ms-comments-from-the-creator-stephen-krieger-md/) - The topographical model of #MS = By Stephen Krieger, MD -- The topographical model of #MS is my career contribution, and it’s changed the conversation towards a unified view of MS. This is the 10th anniversary of the initial idea, Oct 2013, that led to the paper https://tinyurl.com/yxk83byt & all that followed. A on how
- [Why Disability Strikes People With MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/why-disability-strikes-people-with-ms/) - In the past multiple sclerosis (MS) was thought to primarily affect whites. However, studies have shown a higher incidence of MS in the Black community with newly diagnosed cases. Black people who are diagnosed with MS may develop more severe symptoms than other races.A new study may help explain why people with MS experience worsening
- [Learning more,  about Multiple Sclerosis from the MS Beacon e-Newsletter](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/learning-more-about-multiple-sclerosis-from-the-ms-beacon-e-newsletter/) - Keep up-to-date with top releases about Multiple Sclerosis, Symptoms, treatments, diets, research and more, from the monthly online publication called the MS Beacon.This periodical is published just once per month and can help you to live better with Multiple Sclerosis, when you have more resources and information available to you.Click to Subscribe for the MS
- [Biosimilar and Interchangeable Biologics: More Treatment Choices](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/biosimilar-and-interchangeable-biologics-more-treatment-choices/) - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved biosimilar medications to treat conditions such as cancer, diabetes, Crohn’s disease, colitis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and more.But what are biosimilar and interchangeable biosimilar biological medications? To answer that question, it helps to first know what biological products (biologics) are.Biologics: Medications from Living OrganismsBiologics include medicines that generally
- [Blood levels of neurofilament light are associated with disease progression in a mouse model of spinocerebellar ataxia type 3](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/blood-levels-of-neurofilament-light-are-associated-with-disease-progression-in-a-mouse-model-of-spinocerebellar-ataxia-type-3/) - AbstractIncreased neurofilament light (NfL; NEFL) protein in biofluids is reflective of neurodegeneration and has gained interest as a biomarker across neurodegenerative diseases. In spinocerebellar ataxia type 3 (SCA3), the most common dominantly inherited ataxia, patients exhibit progressive NfL increases in peripheral blood when becoming symptomatic, and NfL remains stably elevated throughout further disease course. However, progressive
- [Warning Signs of an MS Relapse](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/warning-signs-of-an-ms-relapse/) - Relapse symptoms can vary in type and intensity. Sudden or worsening weakness or tingling, double vision, and dizziness are common. Here's what you need to know.. When you experience a multiple sclerosis relapse (also known as an exacerbation or flare-up), it's because new damage in the brain or spinal cord disrupts nerve signals. That's why
- [How to Recognize an MS Attack](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-to-recognize-an-ms-attack/) - Most forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) involve stretches of time when you feel good and other times when your symptoms act up. You might hear those worse periods called: Attacks Relapses Flare-ups Episodes Exacerbations How do you know if what you’re having is one? Signs of an MS Attack During an attack, some symptoms you’ve
- [Mind Moments: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/mind-moments-cognitive-behavioral-therapy-for-insomnia/) - February 26, 2021NeurologyLive Staff"Mind Moments," a podcast from NeurologyLive, brings you an exclusive interview with Jennifer Martin, PhD, professor of medicine, University of California-Los Angeles, and a board member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), to discuss the AASM's recent clinical practice guideline update.Click HERE to Subscribe for the MS Beacon Newsletter Visit our MS
- [MEN with MS, Talk about Men's issues with Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/men-with-ms-talk-about-mens-issues-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - Special Edition of MS Patients' VoicesFor Guys with MS, this is an opportunity to hear about things which might concern you. Join us to listen and for you to ask questions which we might be able to answer. THREE male MS Patients, discussing Men's Issues & MSClick HERE to RegisterThis is another,
- [Living With MS: What to Know About Neuropathic Pain (and How to Manage It)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/living-with-ms-what-to-know-about-neuropathic-pain-and-how-to-manage-it/) - By Kerry Weiss - Medically Reviewed by Sanjai Sinha, MDReviewed: October 12, 2022Neuropathic pain is not your average pain. Here’s what to know about this unique type of MS pain and how to find relief.Neuropathic pain is a unique type of MS pain that can affect just about any part of the body, including your hands.Adobe
- [Did you know in rural America, disability benefit rates are twice as high as in urban areas?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/did-you-know-in-rural-america-disability-benefit-rates-are-twice-as-high-as-in-urban-areas/) - By Terrence McCoy Between 1996 and 2015, the number of working-age Americans who subsist on federal disability benefits grew rapidly, becoming one of the country’s most hotly debated social benefits. The rise has become another indicator of the divide between urban and rural America, where disability benefit rates are nearly twice as high. Here are answers
- [Why Do Black Patients Fare Worse When MS Strikes?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/why-do-black-patients-fare-worse-when-ms-strikes/) - While multiple sclerosis (MS) can cause a wide swath of symptoms and challenges for anyone diagnosed with the autoimmune disease, a new study finds that race may play a role in disease severity. Researchers discovered that Black individuals with MS may be more severely affected by the disease, but also that this added impact persisted even when
- [How Your Genes and Environment Affect MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-your-genes-and-environment-affect-ms/) - The Genetic and Environmental Factors That Can Cause Multiple Sclerosis Researchers say genetic makeup is a factor, but so are smoking, obesity, vitamin D, and viral infections. A combination of genetic and environmental factors are leading contributors to a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS). Viral infections and tobacco smoking are two major triggers of the
- [MS One to One Presents - Informative MS educational programs](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-one-to-one-presents-informative-ms-educational-programs/) - > Find an MS event Trouble viewing? View as a Web page Do not take AUBAGIO if you have severe liver problems, are pregnant or are of childbearing potential and not using effective birth control, or are taking a medication called leflunomide. View IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Please click here for full Prescribing Information, including boxed WARNING,
- [Interesting read:  Learn about one of the newest MS medications - Tascenso-ODT (fingolimod)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/interesting-read-learn-about-one-of-the-newest-ms-medications-tascenso-odt-fingolimod/) - To learn about Tascenso-ODT which was just approved in February 2023, click hereInformation provided by: Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Diet shows no association with relapses, disability progression - Study links better diet to fewer types of brain lesions](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/diet-shows-no-association-with-relapses-disability-progression-study-links-better-diet-to-fewer-types-of-brain-lesions/) - written by: by Marisa Wexler, MS | August 15, 2023 A higher quality diet is associated with reductions in certain types of brain lesions in multiple sclerosis (MS), but no link was seen between a good diet and the risk of MS relapses or disability progression, a new study from Australia indicates.The study, “Higher dietary quality is prospectively associated with lower MRI FLAIR lesion
- [MRI and MS  - by Scott L. Gold, MD - a digest of the Ask the MS Clinician series](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/mri-and-ms-by-scott-l-gold-md-a-digest-of-the-ask-the-ms-clinician-series/) - Click here to receive MS news via e-mail MRI and MS by Scott L. Gold, MD The topic of this discussion
- [More Inflammation Biomarkers in Spinal Fluid of PPMS Patients: Study](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/more-inflammation-biomarkers-in-spinal-fluid-of-ppms-patients-study/) - Biomarkers show weak correlation with PPMS activity and severity by Patricia Valerio, PhD | November 25, 2022Individuals with primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS) have significantly higher concentrations of specific inflammation biomarkers in their spinal fluid than healthy people, an exploratory study shows.For most biomarkers, levels in PPMS patients were comparable to or lower than those seen in people with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS).
- [THE SHOW MUST GO ON -- An Awesome MS Public Awareness Video](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-show-must-go-on-an-awesome-ms-public-awareness-video/) - Click here to receive MS news via e-mail Uploaded on Dec 6, 2007 A film by Kristie Salerno Kent about living
- [Guerbet Announces FDA Approval of Elucirem (Gadopiclenol) for Use in Contrast-enhanced MRI](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/guerbet-announces-fda-approval-of-elucirem-gadopiclenol-for-use-in-contrast-enhanced-mri/) - Guerbet, a global medical imaging company, has announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) after priority review, approved Elucirem (Gadopiclenol), a new macrocyclic GBCA for use in contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).Photo credit: Getty ImagesSeptember 21, 2022 – Guerbet, a global medical imaging company, has announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) after priority review,
- [The Battle of its vs. it's vs. its'   - Non MS related - But something many should know](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-battle-of-its-vs-its-vs-its-non-ms-related-but-something-many-should-know/) - Stu's Views: NON - MS - Related written by: Grammar Girl: The Battle of its vs. it's vs. its' (Update 10/26/11: for more grammar tips like this one, visit my editorial website at www.katejarmstrong.com) To use it's or its or its': that is the question. And it's a question that commonly confuses many a would-be
- [Lifetime Cancer Risk Lower in MS Patients Than General Public, Study Reports](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/lifetime-cancer-risk-lower-in-ms-patients-than-general-public-study-reports/) - December 26, 2017 People with multiple sclerosis (MS) have a lower overall lifetime risk of cancer relative to a general population matched by area, age, sex and habits like tobacco use and alcohol consumption, new research reports, suggesting this lesser risk might be due to the nature of MS itself or to disease modifying therapies
- [Learning about Myasthenia Gravis (gMG)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/learning-about-myasthenia-gravis-gmg/) - Normally, a part of the immune system (called complement) is activated to help fight bacteria and other threats.=================In people with anti-AChR Ab+ gMG, complement stays activated even when it shouldn’t be and starts to damage the place where your nerves and muscles meet (the neuromuscular junction). This is why your muscles can’t always contract when
- [Not directly related to MS, but can be for many with MS :  Sandoz receives US FDA approval for biosimilar Hyrimoz® (adalimumab-adaz) high-concentration formulation](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/not-directly-related-to-ms-but-can-be-for-many-with-ms-sandoz-receives-us-fda-approval-for-biosimilar-hyrimoz-adalimumab-adaz-high-concentration-formulation/) - Mar 21, 2023Biosimilar Hyrimoz® (adalimumab-adaz) high-concentration formulation (HCF) approved for seven indications of reference medicine Humira®* With this approval, Sandoz adalimumab HCF biosimilar will offer US patients reduced injection volume in citrate-free formulation Sandoz continues to expand patient access to much-needed medications, increase healthcare savings and fuel innovation through increased competitionBasel, March 21, 2023 –
- [NON-MS related - Entertainment - Did you ever wonder how they did the music for The Good, the Bad & the Ugly?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/non-ms-related-entertainment-did-you-ever-wonder-how-they-did-the-music-for-the-good-the-bad-the-ugly/) - Click HERE to Subscribe for the MS Beacon Newsletter ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Did you ever wonder how they did the music for The Good, the Bad & the Ugly? It is so cool to see how it was made after all these years. Some of you may not be old enough to remember this classic from the
- [Migraine significantly worsens sleep quality, architecture](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/migraine-significantly-worsens-sleep-quality-architecture/) - September 28, 2021Individuals with migraine had much poorer subjective sleep quality and altered sleep architecture vs. healthy individuals, according to results of a meta-analysis published in Neurology. “Despite its association, there remains a paucity of research into sleep in migraine, and there is no consensus on whether patients exhibit objective changes in sleep architecture,” Emily
- [Mental Health Links](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/mental-health-links/) - The following links are listed to provide you with additional online mental health care information. Please also check the additional links provided for physical health for a more comprehensive understanding of your over-all well-being. The following is not meant to be a comprehensive list, nor is it an endorsement of the content of the sites.Associations
- [video:  MS NeuroTV - Cognition, Processing, Memory and Speech Issues in Multiple Sclerosis (MS)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-ms-neurotv-cognition-processing-memory-and-speech-issues-in-multiple-sclerosis-ms/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS educationVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Neuromyelitis Optica (NMO) - How is NMO different than MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/neuromyelitis-optica-nmo-how-is-nmo-different-than-ms/) - Click here to receive MS news via e-mail Overview Neuromyelitis optica (NMO) and NMO Spectrum Disorder (NMOSD), also known as Devic's
- [In celebration of MS Awareness Month, Novartis and iHeartRadio will be hosting A Night for MS Awareness - a virtual event for the MS community on March 11th at 8pm EST](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/in-celebration-of-ms-awareness-month-novartis-and-iheartradio-will-be-hosting-a-night-for-ms-awareness-a-virtual-event-for-the-ms-community-on-march-11th-at-8pm-est/) - As some of you may be aware, in 2020 Novartis teamed up with iHeartRadio to launch MS Vibes, an on-demand streaming station dedicated to supporting the entire Multiple Sclerosis community. The station focuses on popular music, educational content and relatable topics to which listeners can connect. In celebration of MS Awareness Month, Novartis and
- [Long-term Lemtrada Treatment Benefits Demonstrated in Extension Study](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/long-term-lemtrada-treatment-benefits-demonstrated-in-extension-study/) - October 2, 2017 A five-year study demonstrated that Sanofi-Genzyme’s Lemtrada(alemtuzumab) provides long-term benefits for relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis patients, reducing relapse rates and preventing the progression of the disease. Importantly, most patients required only the standard two-phase treatment course. Few needed additional courses because of relapse or new brain lesions. The study, “Alemtuzumab CARE-MS I 5-year follow-up,” looked at data from
- [An LDN ( Low Dose Naltrexone ) Documentary](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/an-ldn-low-dose-naltrexone-documentary/) - The LDN Documentary is now launched. A journey that led to Norwich, Glasgow, Las Vegas, Swansea, Dublin, Miami & Carlisle to produce the documentary is now complete and the LDN Documentary is ready to view. Don't miss the remarkable story of Jacob Valazquez. Jacob is an incredible 8 year old who uses LDN to assist with
- [Pure Body Love - INSPIRATIONAL](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/pure-body-love-inspirational/) - Mission Statement: My mission is to empower women to be WORTHY NOW and let go of limiting beliefs so they can step into the Authentic version of themselves and discover their vision for their body and mind. My mission is to educate women who are suffering like I was from low self-esteem and body issues This
- [Exercise… a must for both, MS patients to partake in doing and healthcare providers to promote](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/exercise-a-must-for-both-ms-patients-to-partake-in-doing-and-healthcare-providers-to-promote/) - September 2020 Written by: Jeffrey A Segal CSCS, NSCA-CPT, CPTS Exercise is an essential component of the Multiple Sclerosis patient’s treatment plan. Unfortunately, until the 1990’s, exercise was highly regarded as contraindicated to MS patients. In 1993, the first medicine was approved by the FDA for MS and in 1996; the first research
- [Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Multiple Sclerosis Community: A Call to Action](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-in-the-multiple-sclerosis-community-a-call-to-action/) - Carrie M. Hersh, DO, MSc; Sarah A. Morrow, MD, MS, FRCPC; Mitzi Joi Williams, MD; Lilyana Amezcua, MD, MS; June Halper, MSN, APN-C, MSCN; Katherine Wandersee, BAInt J MS Care (2023)https://doi.org/10.7224/1537-2073.2023-039AbstractMany medical organizations have begun to confront the longstanding problem of inequalities in health care delivery and the undeniable effect of disparities on health outcomes. The Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers
- [MS Wrap-up: Walking Improvement, Pregnancy in RMS, and More](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-wrap-up-walking-improvement-pregnancy-in-rms-and-more/) - June 5, 2021 - AJMC StaffHere are some of the latest developments in multiple sclerosis (MS) from our sister publication, NeurologyLive®.Partnership Investigating RAS Use in MSRhythmic auditory stimulation (RAS) is being investigated for use in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) through a collaboration between Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and MedRhythms, a digital therapeutics company.The safety and efficacy of MR-004,
- [Ready set go: MS5000 - this 50 day journey began on Saturday Sept 1st](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ready-set-go-ms5000-this-50-day-journey-began-on-saturday-sept-1st/) - A note from Paul Pelland (LongHaulPaul) to his bike riders August 31, 2018 Hello and thank you for registering for the 2018 MS5000 Motorcycle fundraising challenge. Fundraising is off to a good start, we have over $2000 raised even before we start riding! Awesome. Here is a little more about where our efforts are going
- [What to Know About the Multiple Sclerosis Housing Benefit?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-to-know-about-the-multiple-sclerosis-housing-benefit/) - HealthlineFinding a new place to live is a big decision. That’s especially true when you have a condition like multiple sclerosis (MS) that limits your mobility. Along with factors like location and size, you also need to consider accessibility when you’re house hunting.Can your new home accommodate a wheelchair or walker if you need one?
- [Pregnancy & MS  - Considerations before starting a family](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/pregnancy-ms-considerations-before-starting-a-family/) - By Jessica T. Social Worker When I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), I was 26 years old and newly married. I was working full time and had just started graduate school. I remember wondering early on in my diagnosis if I would ever be able to have a child. Some of the things that ran
- [MS facts vs. myths](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-facts-vs-myths/) - Don’t let these common misconceptions keep you from getting the best treatments and having the greatest possible quality of life.by Aviva PatzWhen Najia Chafai, 55, of Detoin, Morocco, first learned she had multiple sclerosis in 2014, she recalls saying, “My life is over.” She’d had a friend in France who died shortly after receiving the
- [The digital therapeutics revolution is happening and Big Pharma is buying in — with caution](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-digital-therapeutics-revolution-is-happening-and-big-pharma-is-buying-in-with-caution/) - Companies like Pfizer, Novartis, Sanofi and BMS are diving into the world of digital therapeutics while recognizing the limitations of the young field.Published October 10, 2022 Michael Gibney - Senior Editor & WriteriStock via Getty ImagesDigital technology that would be considered cutting edge just a decade ago is now widely
- [Complementary & Alternative Medicines](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/complementary-alternative-medicines/) - See what is known about the effectiveness and safety of CAM strategies — and how to integrate complementary or alternative medicines into comprehensive MS care.OverviewComplementary and alternative medicine (CAM) includes a wide variety of interventions — from diets and supplements to meditation and T’ai Chi — which come from many different disciplines and traditions. Most
- ["Comorbidities and MS: DMTs and Vaccines" - Video by Patricia Melville, NP-C & Marijean Buhse, PhD for CMSC 2020](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/comorbidities-and-ms-dmts-and-vaccines-video-by-patricia-melville-np-c-marijean-buhse-phd-for-cmsc-2020/) - Patricia Melville, NP-C, MSCN, and Marijean Buhse, PhD, NP-C, MSCN, present their lecture on "Comorbidities and MS: Critical Thinking About DMTs and Vaccines" as part of the 2020 CMSC Virtual Annual Meeting, May 26-29, 2020. This virtual education event is the result of a partnership between the CMSC and NeurologyLive.Information Shared by: MSViewsandNews Click HERE to Subscribe
- [The MS Guide to Vitamin D Supplements](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-ms-guide-to-vitamin-d-supplements/) - People with MS may need to aim for higher vitamin D levels than those who don’t have MS.Vitamin D is often recommended by doctors, thanks to its ability to help:maintain the health of bones and teethregulate moodaid in weight lossBut did you know that it may also help lessen the symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS)
- [Blood neurofilament light levels predict non-relapsing progression following anti-CD20 therapy in relapsing and primary progressive multiple sclerosis: findings from the ocrelizumab randomised, double-blind phase 3 clinical trials](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/blood-neurofilament-light-levels-predict-non-relapsing-progression-following-anti-cd20-therapy-in-relapsing-and-primary-progressive-multiple-sclerosis-findings-from-the-ocrelizumab-randomised-double/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS education (Picture is not part of the study showing below)Amit Bar-Or 1, Gian-Andrea Thanei 2, Christopher Harp 3, Corrado Bernasconi 2, Ulrike Bonati 2, Anne H Cross 4, Saloumeh Fischer 3, Laura Gaetano 2, Stephen L Hauser 5, Robert Hendricks 3, Ludwig Kappos 6, Jens Kuhle 6, David
- [For ALL with a Chronic Illness : PLAN TRACK and MANAGE your daily SPOONS with this Spoonie App](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/for-all-with-a-chronic-illness-plan-track-and-manage-your-daily-spoons-with-this-spoonie-app/) - Click HERE to Subscribe for the MS Beacon Newsletter Spoonie Day, centers around the “Spoon Theory” - an elegant way of describing what it’s like to live with a chronic illness. This community now often calls themselves "Spoonies" and identify their energy consumption in relation to spoons.The Spoon Theory was coined by Christine Miserandino, writer,
- [Caregiver Legal Needs - in Florida](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/caregiver-legal-needs-in-florida/) - The information showing below, only pertains to those living in the State of Florida . Living Wills, Health Care Surrogates, and Advanced Directives The following forms have been approved by the Supreme Court of Florida. Neither the Supreme Court of Florida nor The Florida Bar express an opinion as to whether the forms comport with
- [Exploring the Medicinal Benefits of Cannabis Within UK Pharmaceuticals](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/exploring-the-medicinal-benefits-of-cannabis-within-uk-pharmaceuticals/) - Jan 10, 2020 | By Inez Cornell, Radleys Credit: Shutterstock Click HERE to Register for the MS Beacon Newsletter Whilst there are many countries in Europe where possession of cannabis is decriminalized, such as Czech Republic, Switzerland, Spain and The Netherlands, in the UK, possession of the Class B drug is still illegal. It is
- [Understanding brain health around the world](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/understanding-brain-health-around-the-world/) - Conditions affecting the brain and nervous system cause more death and illness globally than cardiovascular disease, cancers, and all other conditions.More than 15% of all health loss around the world is associated with brain conditions. In 2021, brain conditions caused more disability-adjusted life-years (406 million DALYs) than other widely-acknowledged health threats such as cancer (260
- [How To Kick Multiple Sclerosis' Butt: From An MS Neurologist - by Aaron Boster, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-to-kick-multiple-sclerosis-butt-from-an-ms-neurologist-by-aaron-boster-md/) - In this video, Aaron Boster, MD teaches you how to kick Multiple Sclerosis' Butt. Together we can make MS boring, so you can live your best life despite the condition. Stay informed with MS information, news and resources. Sign-up Here: https://bit.ly/3NkMIeR Visit the MS Views and News articles and videos archives: https://wwwmsviewsandrelatednews.blogVisit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/msviewsandnews Visit us on
- [Ask an MS Nurse](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ask-an-ms-nurse/) - By Cherie C. Binns RN BS MSCM June 2014 Several years ago, when MS Views and News was in its infancy, Stuart Schlossman invited me to become a fuller part of his brainchild. As a Health Care Professional who was living with MS he thought I might be able to direct readers to resources or
- [ACTRIMS Forum 2021 - Overview of Day 3            - provided by @MSTranslate](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/actrims-forum-2021-overview-of-day-3-provided-by-mstranslate/) - Click HERE to Subscribe for the MS Beacon Newsletter `````````````````````````````````````````````````````Day 3 at ACTRIMS saw discussion around intermittent fasting, vitamin D, cognition and AHSCT in multiple sclerosis. Our co-founder, Brett Drummond, has summarised these highlights from the last day of the virtual conference in this video. If you have questions on any aspects of this video,
- [MS Twins - Coast 2 Coast ----  Twin patients' story](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-twins-coast-2-coast-twin-patients-story/) - twinscoast2coastIntroduction to Our Journey with Living with Multiple SclerosisThroughout our entire lives we were known as the “Haber” twins. However, today we go by our married names Tamara Kahn and Terry Hord. We have been MS survivors for over 20 years. Our shared experiences led us to create a social media platform called “TwinsCoast2Coast”. Our
- [Artificial intelligence (AI)  moves into the MS exam room. But should it?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/artificial-intelligence-ai-moves-into-the-ms-exam-room-but-should-it/) - Is artificial intelligence (AI) intelligent enough to help make a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS)? Apparently so, and more.In the United Kingdom, a project named AssistMS is studying whether AI can be used to detect and highlight changes on brain MRIs. An algorithm software called icobrain MS is said to be able to detect lesions in the brain, measure brain volume, and report on
- [The Power of Relationships When it Comes to Advanced MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-power-of-relationships-when-it-comes-to-advanced-ms/) - Written by: Cathy Chester , an Empowered Spirit This post is part of a paid collaboration between myself and Novartis. All opinions expressed are, as always, completely my own. Living with multiple sclerosis (MS) is like riding a roller coaster: the ride is long and unpredictable, there are tremendous ups and downs, and you can
- [Mobility and Accessibility](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/mobility-and-accessibility/) - The terms “mobility” and “accessibility” refer to being able to get where you want to go and do what you want to do — comfortably, safely, and with a limited drain on your energy. Rehabilitation specialists can help you identify the tools and strategies that best meet your mobility and accessibility needs, keeping you active, productive
- [Finding Resources for the MS Community](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/finding-resources-for-the-ms-community/) - Use the tools on this page to find resources and providers near you. If you need guidance, see our category guides. Asterisk (*) indicates required field.What You’ll FindBelow are category descriptions and guides to selecting providers and resources to help you to live your best life with MS.Search results with these designations indicate a strong relationship with
- [Learn about rehabilitation strategies that can help you feel and function at your best — staying mobile, active and safe.](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/learn-about-rehabilitation-strategies-that-can-help-you-feel-and-function-at-your-best-staying-mobile-active-and-safe/) - Busque información en español====================================OverviewThe goal of rehabilitation is to improve and maintain your function — an essential component of comprehensive MS care. From the time of diagnosis onward, rehabilitation specialists provide education and strategies designed to promote your health, wellness and overall conditioning, reduce fatigue, and help you function optimally at home and at work.If symptoms begin
- [How do disabled passengers request wheelchair assistance at airports and on airlines?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-do-disabled-passengers-request-wheelchair-assistance-at-airports-and-on-airlines/) - Sept 2023 I could have simply copied and posted this article but being I fly as much as I do (with a disability too) I want to add or change a few things in this article. Where I made changes, it shows in this color slightly differing from what is found in the original article found here.Booking
- [What does the Inflation Reduction Act mean for you?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-does-the-inflation-reduction-act-mean-for-you/) - September 12, 2023Last year, President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act into law. Many changes are going to occur between 2024 and 2025 that will allow Medicare beneficiaries to better afford their medications. Beginning in 2024, Medicare beneficiaries with Part D plans who are in the catastrophic coverage phase (meaning you have paid more than
- [Stu's Views on Advising a child about MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/stus-views-on-advising-a-child-about-ms/) - The information found below is an Opinion only, from Stuart Schlossman, an MS PatientMy Name: Stuart Schlossman Age – 64Multiple Sclerosis - RRMS Re: Multiple Sclerosis – description to a child (adults can learn too)I would begin by telling them (the children) the basics about MS. I would ask them to imagine having a dog and this
- [Breakthrough COVID-19 Vaccine Injury Study Links mRNA Vaccines to Triggering Autoimmune Diseases](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/breakthrough-covid-19-vaccine-injury-study-links-mrna-vaccines-to-triggering-autoimmune-diseases/) - TrialSite StaffStaff at TrialSite | Quality JournalismMar. 4, 2023, 2:00 p.m.Physician-investigators at King Fahad University Hospital in Khobar, Eastern Province Saudi Arabia recently conducted a study, the largest of its kind, linking rare COVID-19 vaccine-related injuries and incidence of new onset of autoimmune disease, including systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The study team tapped into sources
- [Support Safe Air Travel for Wheelchair Users](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/support-safe-air-travel-for-wheelchair-users/) - Air travel is a dangerous endeavor for passengers with disabilities, specifically wheelchair users. According to Department of Transportation data, there are approximately 1,000 wheelchairs, mobility devices or scooters lost, damaged or completely destroyed every month. This is unacceptable. Every five years, Congress must renew the authorization for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) which gives Congress
- [These 17 Medications May Cause Double Vision or Harm Your Eyes](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/these-17-medications-may-cause-double-vision-or-harm-your-eyes/) - Written by Nishika Reddy, MD | Reviewed by Patricia Pinto-Garcia,Key takeaways:Medications people take for certain medical conditions can affect vision and eye health.Some medications can cause blurred vision, eye pain, redness, or double vision. If you develop eye symptoms from a medication, your healthcare provider may need to adjust your dose or recommend a new medication.When
- [PRESS RELEASE: Genentech’s Ocrevus Twice-Yearly, 10-Minute Subcutaneous Injection Was Non-Inferior to Intravenous Infusion and Provided Near-Complete Suppression of Brain Lesions](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/press-release-genentechs-ocrevus-twice-yearly-10-minute-subcutaneous-injection-was-non-inferior-to-intravenous-infusion-and-provided-near-complete-suppression-of-brain-lesions/) - Late-breaking Phase III results show subcutaneous injection was non-inferior to intravenous infusion based on Ocrevus levels in the blood over 12 weeks Ocrevus subcutaneous injection was comparable to IV infusion in providing rapid and sustained depletion of B cells and near-complete suppression of MRI lesion activity in the brain over 24 weeks The safety profile of Ocrevus
- [First-Ever Clinical Trial Exclusively in Black and Hispanic / Latinx People Living With Multiple Sclerosis Shows Genentech’s Ocrevus Effectively Manages Disease Activity](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/first-ever-clinical-trial-exclusively-in-black-and-hispanic-latinx-people-living-with-multiple-sclerosis-shows-genentechs-ocrevus-effectively-manages-disease-activity/) - October 10, 2023Black and Hispanic / Latinx people with multiple sclerosis (MS) often experience more severe disease and greater disability Results from the Phase IV CHIMES trial demonstrate safety and efficacy consistent with data from the Ocrevus Phase III studies #CHIMES sets new standard for inclusive research in MS, providing critical insights for improving clinical trial recruitment
- [It's NOT MS! - What happens Next?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/its-not-ms-what-happens-next/) - ----- Stay informed with MS information, news and resources. Sign-up Here: https://bit.ly/3NkMIeR Visit the MS Views and News articles and videos archives: https://wwwmsviewsandrelatednews.blogVisit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/msviewsandnews Visit us on Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/MSViewsandNews Visit us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/msviewsandnews Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Multiple Sclerosis:  Progression Independent from Relapse Activity (#PIRA)  - video by Aaron Boster, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-progression-independent-from-relapse-activity-pira-video-by-aaron-boster-md/) - Stay informed with MS information, news and resources. Sign-up Here: https://bit.ly/3NkMIeR Visit the MS Views and News articles and videos archives: https://wwwmsviewsandrelatednews.blogVisit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/msviewsandnews Visit us on Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/MSViewsandNews Visit us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/msviewsandnews Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Risky movement: Assessing fall risk in people with multiple sclerosis with wearable sensors and beacon-based smart-home monitoring](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/risky-movement-assessing-fall-risk-in-people-with-multiple-sclerosis-with-wearable-sensors-and-beacon-based-smart-home-monitoring/) - PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37801954/ AbstractBackground: People with multiple sclerosis (PwMS) fall frequently causing injury, social isolation, and decreased quality of life. Identifying locations and behaviors associated with high fall risk could help direct fall prevention interventions. Here we describe a smart-home system for assessing how mobility metrics relate to real-world fall risk in PwMS.Methods: We performed a secondary analysis of a
- [How to give Ocrelizumab...Differently?! - presented by Aaron Boster, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-to-give-ocrelizumab-differently-presented-by-aaron-boster-md/) - Stay informed with MS information, news and resources. Sign-up Here: https://bit.ly/3NkMIeR Visit the MS Views and News articles and videos archives: https://wwwmsviewsandrelatednews.blogVisit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/msviewsandnews Visit us on Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/MSViewsandNews Visit us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/msviewsandnews Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [ACTRIMS 2023: Documentary offers hope for the Black MS community](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/actrims-2023-documentary-offers-hope-for-the-black-ms-community/) - MS expert, advocate discuss need for greater visibility and awarenessby Lindsey Shapiro, PhD | March 2, 2023Multiple sclerosis (MS) has long been considered a disease that mostly affects white women. But in the U.S., the numbers indicate that Black people, particularly Black women, may be more likely to develop the neurodegenerative disease than people of other racial and ethnic
- [Signs That You're Transitioning to Another Stage of MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/signs-that-youre-transitioning-to-another-stage-of-ms/) - Signs That You're Transitioning to Another Stage of MS Research show that Blacks develop Multiple Sclerosis more often that previously thought. Here are the factors that contribute to that and the different stages of MS to take notice of... Additionally, the symptoms of the disease can progress more quickly or have a
- [ECTRIMS:  Sanofi to Present New Data for Tolebrutinib and Growing MS Pipeline](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ectrims-sanofi-to-present-new-data-for-tolebrutinib-and-growing-ms-pipeline/) - Media Update: Sanofi presents new data from robust MS clinical pipeline exploring multiple approaches to address important unmet patient needsSanofi presents new data from robust MS clinical pipeline exploring multiple approaches to address important unmet patient needsParis, October 2, 2023. Sanofi will present new data at the 9th Joint ECTRIMS-ACTRIMS meeting evaluating three investigational treatments for multiple sclerosis (MS) that target
- [Genentech to Present New Key Clinical and Real-world Data at ECTRIMS-ACTRIMS 2023 Showcasing Strength of Long-term Outcomes in MS and NMOSD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/genentech-to-present-new-key-clinical-and-real-world-data-at-ectrims-actrims-2023-showcasing-strength-of-long-term-outcomes-in-ms-and-nmosd/) - Late-breaking results from Phase III trial of Ocrevus (ocrelizumab) subcutaneous injection and Phase II trial of BTK inhibitor fenebrutinib in multiple sclerosis (MS) will be presented 10-year Ocrevus efficacy and safety data show significant benefit in slowing long-term disability progression and consistent long-term safety profile in MS Additional Ocrevus real-world and clinical data show impact for underrepresented
- [Reframing MS  ---   A new Patient resource with Jamie-Lynn Sigler (Sopranos)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/reframing-ms-a-new-patient-resource-with-jamie-lynn-sigler-sopranos/) - Novartis is collaborating with mom, actor, MS advocate, and KESIMPTA patient Jamie-Lynn Sigler to share what she has learned in her journey with RMS in hopes of helping others who are living with RMS speak up and voice their needs. It's so important for those living with RMS to take time to reflect. Self-reflection
- [Barriers in MS Treatment Adherence](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/barriers-in-ms-treatment-adherence/) - 2023 , OctaveAlthough there currently is no cure for multiple sclerosis, in recent decades, 20+ disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) have become available to patients, offering hope for slowed progression of this unpredictable, degenerative immune disease. While selecting therapy can be overwhelming based on the number of treatments available and the myriad of factors impacting the treatment
- [Introducing: FOOT DROP FOUNDATIONS ' - Brain Based Exercise to Counteract Your Foot Drop Symptoms'](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/introducing-foot-drop-foundations-brain-based-exercise-to-counteract-your-foot-drop-symptoms/) - Press the Play Button to Watch the brief Video Below and Learn How Foot Drop Foundations Will Get You on the RIGHT Path to Counteract Your Foot Drop Symptomshttps://themsgym.mykajabi.com/foot-drop-foundationsVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [What actually is, the Neurofilament light chain for MS?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-actually-is-the-neurofilament-light-chain-for-ms/) - Blood levels of sNfL, a neuron-specific cytoskeletal protein, have emerged as a biomarker able to capture neuronal damage in multiple sclerosis and a wide variety of neurological conditions.Background. Serum neurofilament light chain (sNfL) is a biomarker of neuronal damage that is used not only to monitor disease activity and response to drugs and to prognosticate disease course
- [Need a break? Try 15 mins of yoga and see how you feel!](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/need-a-break-try-15-mins-of-yoga-and-see-how-you-feel/) - Move and Restore is invitation for you to connect with your body through guided movement. The goal of the session is not about perfecting a specific shape. Instead, we focus on creating a sense of safety for participants to make choices about how they would like to move during the session. Sessions utilize Trauma Center
- [Patients suffering from neuro-inflammatory diseases such as multiple sclerosis (MS) and neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders (NMOSD) remain vulnerable to COVID-19.](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/patients-suffering-from-neuro-inflammatory-diseases-such-as-multiple-sclerosis-ms-and-neuromyelitis-optica-spectrum-disorders-nmosd-remain-vulnerable-to-covid-19/) - Influence of Disease Modifying Treatment, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 Variants and Vaccination on Coronavirus Disease 2019 Risk and Outcome in Multiple Sclerosis and Neuromyelitis Optica AbstractPatients suffering from neuro-inflammatory diseases such as multiple sclerosis (MS) and neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders (NMOSD) remain vulnerable to COVID-19. We investigated the risk of COVID-19 in MS and NMOSD
- [COVID-19 infection after SARS-CoV-2 mRNA vaccination in Multiple Sclerosis, AQP4-antibody NMOSD and MOGAD patients during the Omicron subvariant BA.1/2 wave in Singapore](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/covid-19-infection-after-sars-cov-2-mrna-vaccination-in-multiple-sclerosis-aqp4-antibody-nmosd-and-mogad-patients-during-the-omicron-subvariant-ba-1-2-wave-in-singapore/) - Tianrong Yeo 1 2 3, Rachel Wan En Siew 4, Muhammad Yaaseen Gulam 4, Janis Siew Noi Tye 4, Amelia Yun Yi Aw 4, Thanushiree Sivalingam 4, Xuejuan Peng 4, Kok Pin Yong 4, Seyed Ehsan Saffari 4 5, Yinxia Chao 4 5 6, Kevin Tan 4 5Affiliations expand Free
- [“Men are like wine–some turn to vinegar, but the best improve with age”](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/men-are-like-wine-some-turn-to-vinegar-but-the-best-improve-with-age/) - “Men are like wine–some turn to vinegar, but the best improve with age.”(inspirational message)That quote comes from Pope John XXIII. And in this age of social media, he could easily be interpreted as referring to a man’s appearance.However he was reaching at something much, much deeper - a man’s character; their soul, their spirit, their
- [When Multiple Sclerosis Causes Skin Symptoms](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/when-multiple-sclerosis-causes-skin-symptoms/) - Damage to the brain and spinal cord can cause a variety of abnormal sensations in the skin. However, the sensations actually have nothing to do with the skin.By Cathy Cassata - Medically Reviewed by Jason Paul Chua, MD, PhDReviewed: June 7, 2023Virtually all symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS) are a result of the damage MS does to
- [How to Manage Numbness, Tingling, and Other Sensory Symptoms of MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-to-manage-numbness-tingling-and-other-sensory-symptoms-of-ms/) - Sensory symptoms are among the most common symptoms of multiple sclerosis. Find out what triggers them and how to cope.By Chris Iliades, MD - Medically Reviewed by Jason Paul Chua, MD, PhDSome of the most distressing symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS) are sensory disturbances — sensations that can range from numbness to itching to burning pain. They are also
- [MS Drugs and Severe Form of West Nile Virus Infection](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-drugs-and-severe-form-of-west-nile-virus-infection/) - Researchers link ocrelizumab to increased risk of a rare and serious form of mosquito-borne infection.By Trevis Gleason - Reviewed: September 8, 2023All drugs come with both benefits and risks.For people with multiple sclerosis (MS) who take anti-CD20 therapies — which include ocrelizumab (Ocrevus), ofatumumab (Kesimpta), rituximab (Rituxan), and ublituximab (Briumvi) — the primary benefit is fewer relapses and less
- [7 Of The Best Accessible Airlines for Disabled Passengers & Wheelchair Users](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/7-of-the-best-accessible-airlines-for-disabled-passengers-wheelchair-users/) - By Margaret SellarsFor decades, air travel has been a relatively stressful experience for those traveling with a disability. Where domestic, or transatlantic, crowded airports, long queues, luggage restrictions, and inflexible seating policies have all made flying a pain for those with mobility issues, leaving many to consider just staying home instead.However, these days, when you are flying
- [Dating & Diagnosed With MS: Common Questions Answered](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/dating-diagnosed-with-ms-common-questions-answered/) - It’s no secret that living with multiple sclerosis (MS) can take a real toll on your daily living, in all aspects including your love life. Navigating the dating scene is already challenging enough and living with MS can make it even more complicated.Young people in their 20s and 30s are often seeking out a partner
- [Read about the Pathways to CURES for MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/read-about-the-pathways-to-cures-for-ms/) - We’ve Never Been CloserThe National Multiple Sclerosis Society is bringing the world together to cure MS for every single person — as fast as possible. Click to read: STOP click to read: RESTORE
- [Video:  Chair Pilates for MS with either a squishy band or belt and a pillow or ball](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-chair-pilates-for-ms-with-either-a-squishy-band-or-belt-and-a-pillow-or-ball/) - This video was our August 2023 class If you want to join this monthly CHAIR Pilates class, simply sign-up by clicking hereVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Visual Issues in MS, Treatments and more](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/visual-issues-in-ms-treatments-and-more/) - Stay informed with MS information, news and resources. Sign-up Here: https://bit.ly/3NkMIeR Visit the MS Views and News articles and videos archives: https://wwwmsviewsandrelatednews.blogVisit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/msviewsandnews Visit us on Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/MSViewsandNews Visit us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/msviewsandnews Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [How to Care for 5 Joints Commonly Affected by Arthritis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-to-care-for-5-joints-commonly-affected-by-arthritis/) - RA can affect some joints more than others — usually the ones you rely on the most.Joints in the feet, ankles, knees, wrists, and fingers are often affected by RA.CanvaRheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects everyone differently, but certain joints are more often involved in the disease than others. These typically include joints that have a synovial lining,
- [The role of Fecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT) in treating patients with multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-role-of-fecal-microbiota-transplantation-fmt-in-treating-patients-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - George G Zhanel 1, Rotem Keynan 1, Yoav Keynan 1, James A Karlowsky 1Affiliations expandPMID: 37615494 DOI: 10.1080/14737175.2023.2250919AbstractIntroduction: The associations between multiple sclerosis (MS) and altered intestinal microbiomes have clinicians considering the use of fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT). Animal data suggests that administering FMT from people with MS into healthy mice results in a microbiome
- [Restless Legs Syndrome and fatigue in multiple sclerosis: A cross-sectional clinical study - PubMed](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/restless-legs-syndrome-and-fatigue-in-multiple-sclerosis-a-cross-sectional-clinical-study-pubmed/) - Alessia Pascazio 1, Michelangelo Maestri 2, Livia Pasquali 1, Domeniko Hoxhaj 1, Monica Fabbrini 1, Giulia Furfori 1, Martina Ulivi 1, Francesca Bianchi 1, Riccardo Morganti 3, Gabriele Siciliano 1, Enrica Bonanni 1Affiliations expandPMID: 37639779 DOI: 10.1016/j.msard.2023.104946AbstractBackground: Restless Legs Syndrome is a sleep-related sensorimotor disorder with a higher prevalence in Multiple Sclerosis (MS) patients than in the general population. Our aim was to determine the prevalence of RLS in a group of relapsing-remittent multiple sclerosis (RRMS) patients, and to investigate whether
- [HOTEL SHUTTLES: ACCESSIBILITY & YOUR RIGHTS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/hotel-shuttles-accessibility-your-rights/) - Hotels often offer a free shuttle service for airport pickups and drop-offs. Hotels in busy cities or located near special attractions may also provide a free transportation service to places of interest. If no complimentary service is provided, the hotel concierge desk can often arrange a paid taxi or car service. The availability of hotel shuttles can
- [7 Inflight Tips for Travelers with Disabilities](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/7-inflight-tips-for-travelers-with-disabilities/) - AccessibleGoInformation on this page was made possible from ACCESSIBLE GOStay informed with MS information, news and resources. Sign-up Here: https://bit.ly/3NkMIeR Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [MS Diet Tips: 10 Do's and Don'ts](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-diet-tips-10-dos-and-donts/) - Medically Reviewed By William C. Lloyd III, MD, FACS — Written By Chris IlliadesHaving a long-term disease like multiple sclerosis (MS) can wear you out physically and mentally. MS symptoms like severe fatigue, loss of mobility, and side effects from medications can all interfere with good nutrition. However, following a healthy diet can go a
- [Affordable, accessible apartments designed just for people with MS make life easier for them.](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/affordable-accessible-apartments-designed-just-for-people-with-ms-make-life-easier-for-them/) - Affordable, accessible apartments designed just for people with MS make life easier for them.by Matt AldertonThe year was 2006 and Susan Stellmacher was loving life. Although she’d had a rough go of things a few years before — she’d divorced, lost her job and was having multiple sclerosis flare-ups again after years of remission —
- [New Study: Impact of Cionic Neural Sleeve on Mobility in MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/new-study-impact-of-cionic-neural-sleeve-on-mobility-in-ms/) - CIONIC and researchers at Cleveland State University are conducting a research study for adults with multiple sclerosis. The study aims to understand the clinical impact of the Cionic Neural Sleeve for individuals diagnosed with MS using outcomes related to fatigue, spasticity, quality of life, and activity levels. Ideal candidates are those who… Have relapsing-remitting
- [The role of Fecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT) in treating patients with multiple sclerosis - PubMed](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-role-of-fecal-microbiota-transplantation-fmt-in-treating-patients-with-multiple-sclerosis-pubmed/) - George G Zhanel 1, Rotem Keynan 1, Yoav Keynan 1, James A Karlowsky 1Affiliations expandPMID: 37615494 DOI: 10.1080/14737175.2023.2250919AbstractIntroduction: The associations between multiple sclerosis (MS) and altered intestinal microbiomes have clinicians considering the use of fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT). Animal data suggests that administering FMT from people with MS into healthy mice results in a microbiome with decreased abundance of Sutterella, reduced anti-inflammatory signals, increase in inflammation and experimental
- [Oligodendrocyte progenitor cells differentiation induction with MAPK/ERK inhibitor fails to support repair processes in the chronically demyelinated CNS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/oligodendrocyte-progenitor-cells-differentiation-induction-with-mapk-erk-inhibitor-fails-to-support-repair-processes-in-the-chronically-demyelinated-cns/) - Tal Ganz, Omri Zveik, Nina Fainstein, Marva Lachish, Ariel Rechtman, Lihi Sofer, Livnat Brill, Tamir Ben-Hur, Adi Vaknin-DembinskyFirst published: 23 August 2023 https://doi.org/10.1002/glia.24453Tal Ganz and Omri Zveik contributed equally to this study and share joint first authorship.AbstractRemyelination failure is considered a major obstacle in treating chronic-progressive multiple sclerosis (MS). Studies have shown blockage in the differentiation of resident oligodendrocyte progenitor cells (OPC) into myelin-forming
- [The role of complement and complement therapeutics in patients with NMSOD and MG - Earn CME credits with this activity](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-role-of-complement-and-complement-therapeutics-in-patients-with-nmsod-and-mg-earn-cme-credits-with-this-activity/) - Earn CME credits with this activity“Complement directed therapies for NMOSD and myasthenia gravis fortunately exist and we can use them for our patients…However, we are still in the phase of figuring out the best place.”Prof. Said BeydounVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [FDA Approves First Biosimilar to Treat Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/fda-approves-first-biosimilar-to-treat-multiple-sclerosis/) - For Immediate Release:August 24, 2023The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Tyruko (natalizumab-sztn), the first biosimilar to Tysabri (natalizumab) injection for the treatment of adults with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). Tyruko, like Tysabri, is also indicated for inducing and maintaining clinical response and remission in adult patients with moderately to severely active Crohn’s Disease (CD)
- [MS Symposium Alabama - Featured Topics: Biosimilars, Bladder Issues, Physical Therapy, MS/relationships and MS Symptoms Management, Treatments and more - plus NMOSD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-symposium-alabama-featured-topics-biosimilars-bladder-issues-physical-therapy-ms-relationships-and-ms-symptoms-management-treatments-and-more-plus-nmosd/) - Watch this (5) Speaker (Presenter) educational program featuring topics on Biosimilars, Bladder Issues, Physical Therapy, MS/relationships and MS Symptoms Management, Treatments and more If you click this link: https://bit.ly/3YSnquq you can access the videos for the different presentations that were provided At the MS Symposium on July 8th in Cullman, AL(NMOSD was also discussed, by Dr.
- [Independence, for Driving And At Home](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/independence-for-driving-and-at-home/) - Jen is a T10/11 paraplegic, and she’s demonstrating skills she’s picked up along the way to help her become independent as a college student.(This video is for anybody to watch and share with others)Watch this video: https://youtu.be/FWDmWHHp0_E Jen explains the hand controls she recently had installed on her vehicle. “I steer with one hand and with my left
- [10 Signs of Vitamin D Deficiency](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/10-signs-of-vitamin-d-deficiency/) - Vitamin D supports immunity, bone health, heart health, and mood. Some people struggle to get enough through sunlight and diet alone. Deficiency can cause hair loss, fatigue, and muscle pain, among other symptoms.Watch video:If you notice any of these symptoms, talk to your doctor about testing your vitamin D levels.Stay informed with MS information, news
- [Is it MS or something else? / Cow's Milk / EBV and more](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/is-it-ms-or-something-else-cows-milk-ebv-and-more/) - By Ed Tobias Welcome to “MS News Notes,” a column where I comment on multiple sclerosis (MS) news stories that caught my eye last week. Here’s a look at what’s been happening: - Is it MS or something else?Should all autoimmune diseases that damage myelin be called MS? Probably not, according to research in the MS News Today story “Biomarker found for potential
- [Brain stimulation may offer promise for spasticity in MS: Study](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/brain-stimulation-may-offer-promise-for-spasticity-in-ms-study/) - But more work is needed to identify best approach for treatmentby Lindsey Shapiro, PhD | August 23, 2023Noninvasive brain stimulation (NIBS) may offer promise for treating spasticity in multiple sclerosis (MS), but more work is needed to identify the best approach to use for patients, according to a new review study.The studies under review generally
- [Learn of potential Mobility Solutions for Walking and Strength using a Neural Sleeve](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/learn-of-potential-mobility-solutions-for-walking-and-strength-using-a-neural-sleeve/) - #######################Stay informed with MS information, news and resources. Sign-up Here: https://bit.ly/3NkMIeR Visit the MS Views and News articles and videos archives: https://wwwmsviewsandrelatednews.blogVisit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/msviewsandnews Visit us on Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/MSViewsandNews Visit us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/msviewsandnews Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [What to know about celiac disease](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-to-know-about-celiac-disease/) - People with celiac disease experience inflammation and pain in the gut when they consume gluten. It is an autoimmune condition that involves the immune system reacting to gluten proteins.In a person with celiac disease, exposure to gluten causes inflammation in the gut. Repeated exposure gradually damages the small intestine, which can lead to problems absorbing minerals and
- [MS GYM - Free MINI - BALANCE CAMP](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-gym-free-mini-balance-camp/) - Free Mini - Balance Camp: Watch this short video about this free program that will help you improve your balance in 10 minutes or less each day. To register for free simply enter your name and email below the video.Click: https://themsgym.mykajabi.com/mini-balance-campStay informed with MS information, news and resources. Sign-up Here: https://bit.ly/3NkMIeR Visit the MS Views and News articles
- [Biomarker found for potential new disorder that Has-Been labeled as MS   (Learning more about #NMOSD, #MOG and #MOGAD)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/biomarker-found-for-potential-new-disorder-that-has-been-labeled-as-ms-learning-more-about-nmosd-mog-and-mogad/) - Findings could pave way for more targeted treatments, researchers sayby Marisa Wexler, MS | August 11, 2023An antibody biomarker may help to distinguish people with a disease that resembles multiple sclerosis (MS), but may actually be its own clinical disorder, according to a new study.The biomarker was present in about 1% of MS patients and in 6%
- [Multiple sclerosis, osteoporosis, and vitamin D](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-osteoporosis-and-vitamin-d/) - Chrissa Sioka 1, Athanassios P Kyritsis, Andreas FotopoulosAffiliations expandPMID: 19800081 DOI: 10.1016/j.jns.2009.09.012AbstractMultiple sclerosis (MS) is associated with reduced bone mass and higher frequency of osteoporosis. Although high-dose short-term intravenous glucocorticoid regimens cause a decrease in bone formation, this effect is usually reversible and osteoporosis in MS patients may be independent of the short-term corticosteroid treatment. Clinical evidence suggests an important role of
- [Osteoporosis and multiple sclerosis: risk factors, pathophysiology, and therapeutic interventions](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/osteoporosis-and-multiple-sclerosis-risk-factors-pathophysiology-and-therapeutic-interventions/) - Sahil Gupta 1, Irfan Ahsan, Naeem Mahfooz, Noureldin Abdelhamid, Murali Ramanathan, Bianca Weinstock-GuttmanAffiliations expandPMID: 24871932 DOI: 10.1007/s40263-014-0173-3AbstractMultiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic inflammatory-demyelinating disease of the nervous system. There has been mounting evidence showing that MS is associated with increased risk of osteoporosis and fractures. The development of osteoporosis in MS patients can be related to the cumulative effects of various factors. This review summarizes
- [LONG-acting glatiramer acetate (GA) being investigated as a once-monthly injection for the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (RMS)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/long-acting-glatiramer-acetate-ga-being-investigated-as-a-once-monthly-injection-for-the-treatment-of-relapsing-forms-of-multiple-sclerosis-rms/) - NEWS PROVIDED BY Viatris Inc. 07 Aug, 2023Viatris and Mapi Pharma Announce FDA Acceptance of New Drug Application Filing for GA Depot for the Treatment of Relapsing Forms of Multiple SclerosisFDA assigns PDUFA target action date of March 8, 2024New Drug Application supported by positive Phase III efficacy and safety clinical trial resultsMilestone builds upon Viatris' long-standing
- [Genetic risk found similar between RRMS, PPMS in Swedish study](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/genetic-risk-found-similar-between-rrms-ppms-in-swedish-study/) - Familial risk for both subtypes was highest among full siblingsby Lindsey Shapiro, PhD | July 25, 2023The risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS) was similar between first- and second-degree family members of people with relapsing-remitting MS (RRMS) and primary progressive MS (PPMS).The findings, which were consistent with previous studies suggesting that genetics and environment are relatively equal contributors
- [HSCT (haematopoietic stem cell transplant) – short summary](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/hsct-haematopoietic-stem-cell-transplant-short-summary/) - SummaryHSCT (haematopoietic stem cell transplant) is not a drug, it is a procedure that involves harvesting of stem cells that first need to be mobilised from the bone marrow using a ‘conditioning’ regimen of low-dose chemotherapy and growth factors. The stem cells are harvested from the blood and frozen down or stored. People with MS undergoing HSCT then
- [Spasticity](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/spasticity/) - OverviewSpasticity refers to feelings of stiffness and a wide range of involuntary muscle spasms (sustained muscle contractions or sudden movements). It is one of the more common symptoms of MS. Spasticity may be as mild as the feeling of tightness of muscles or may be so severe as to produce painful, uncontrollable spasms of extremities,
- [Fishy Luggage, Forgotten Pants and Security Mishaps: Lessons From My Air Travel Mistakes - By: Lisa Doggett](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/fishy-luggage-forgotten-pants-and-security-mishaps-lessons-from-my-air-travel-mistakes-by-lisa-doggett/) - written July 14, 2023Disclaimer: Although I write from the perspective of someone who doesn’t use a wheelchair, many of these tips could be helpful to everyone. For those who use a wheelchair or other assistive device, which I realize can make travel more challenging, please check out the recent episode of Ask an MS Expert about
- [MS Views Now- A talk with Corbin McGhee, Director of Patient Advocacy for the National MS Society](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-views-now-a-talk-with-corbin-mcghee-director-of-patient-advocacy-for-the-national-ms-society/) - Stay informed with MS information, news and resources. Sign-up Here: https://bit.ly/3NkMIeR Visit the MS Views and News articles and videos archives: https://wwwmsviewsandrelatednews.blogVisit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/msviewsandnews Visit us on Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/MSViewsandNews Visit us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/msviewsandnews Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [What to Expect From an MS Relapse](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-to-expect-from-an-ms-relapse/) - What can you expect from a Multiple Sclerosis relapse? Let's take a look at one young Black woman's personal journey and learn the warning signs and symptoms associated with relapse... Here on BlackDoctor.org, we have written about Multiple Sclerosis (MS) many times, and hopefully the content we’ve given you all has been helpful! With that, sometimes I believe
- [Impact of depression on the perception of fatigue and information processing speed in a cohort of multiple sclerosis patients - PubMed](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/impact-of-depression-on-the-perception-of-fatigue-and-information-processing-speed-in-a-cohort-of-multiple-sclerosis-patients-pubmed/) - AbstractBackground: Information processing speed is commonly impaired in people with multiple sclerosis (PwMS). However, depression and fatigue can affect the cognitive profile of patients: fatigue has a negative impact from the disease's earliest stage and a reduced information processing speed is often associated with higher levels of depression. Therefore, the aim of this study was to
- [Smoldering Neuroinflammation - A Resource For HCPs (Healthcare Providers)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/smoldering-neuroinflammation-a-resource-for-hcps-healthcare-providers/) - HOME Beyond Relapses The Unseen Pathway Smoldering Neuroinflammation Addressing Both Pathways Learn about Smoldering MS by clicking here------------------------------------------------------Stay informed with MS information, news and resources. Sign-up Here: https://bit.ly/3NkMIeR ---------Visit the
- [Should We Use Lemtrada for MS in 2023? A Neurologist's Perspective](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/should-we-use-lemtrada-for-ms-in-2023-a-neurologists-perspective/) - Stay informed with MS information, news and resources. Sign-up Here: https://bit.ly/3NkMIeR Visit the MS Views and News articles and videos archives: https://wwwmsviewsandrelatednews.blogVisit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/msviewsandnews Visit us on Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/MSViewsandNews Visit us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/msviewsandnews Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Study Suggests Breast Cancer Screening for Elderly Patients With New-Onset NMOSD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/study-suggests-breast-cancer-screening-for-elderly-patients-with-new-onset-nmosd/) - Leonardo Jaimes, MD | Publish Date: August 2, 2023 Paraneoplastic syndromes associated with breast cancer can present with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) symptoms and elevated titers of aquaporin-4 (AQP4) immunoglobulin (IgG), suggesting that breast cancer screening should be considered in elderly patients with new-onset NMOSD. Researchers reached these findings in a meta-analysis recently published in Neurological Sciences.Although NMOSD is
- [Visual Issues and MS, Biosimilars and other MS Treatment options and more - (ASL interpreted)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/visual-issues-and-ms-biosimilars-and-other-ms-treatment-options-and-more-asl-interpreted/) - Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [A Phase 1b, Open-Label Study to Evaluate the Safety and Tolerability of the Putative Remyelinating Agent, Liothyronine, in Individuals with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/a-phase-1b-open-label-study-to-evaluate-the-safety-and-tolerability-of-the-putative-remyelinating-agent-liothyronine-in-individuals-with-ms/) - Scott D Newsome 1 2, Fan Tian 3, Thomas Shoemaker 4, Kathryn C Fitzgerald 5 6, Sandra D Cassard 5 6, Julie Fiol 7, Sarah Snoops 5 6, David S Cooper 8, Jennifer S R Mammen 8, Pavan Bhargava 5 6, Ellen M Mowry 5 6, Peter A Calabresi 5 6Affiliations expandPMID: 37460763 DOI: 10.1007/s13311-023-01402-3AbstractThyroid hormones are essential during developmental myelination and may play a direct role in remyelination and repair in the adult central nervous system by promoting the differentiation of oligodendrocyte precursor cells into mature oligodendrocytes. Since
- [IMMUNE SYSTEM is JACKED UP in MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS!   - Presented by Aaron Boster, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/immune-system-is-jacked-up-in-multiple-sclerosis-presented-by-aaron-boster-md/) - Click to watch this videoVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [What is a Multiple Sclerosis Pseudo-exacerbation?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-is-a-multiple-sclerosis-pseudo-exacerbation/) - Click the video box to watch this very well presented programVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [What to do if You Have a Multiple Sclerosis Relapse Explained by a Neurologist -. presented by @BrandonBeaber,MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-to-do-if-you-have-a-multiple-sclerosis-relapse-explained-by-a-neurologist-presented-by-brandonbeabermd/) - ....................................................Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS education`````````````````````````````````````````` What should you do if you have new or worsening MS symptoms? I think video, I give a simple explanation of the signs of a relapse, a step-by-step approach, and some potential treatments. -----------Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Women's Health: Menopause and Multiple Sclerosis   --- presented by @AaronBoster,MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/womens-health-menopause-and-multiple-sclerosis-presented-by-aaronbostermd/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS education..Watch this video: Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Exercising With MS? Here's How to do it Safely](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/exercising-with-ms-heres-how-to-do-it-safely/) - Being physically active is a key part of maintaining total wellness but people with multiple sclerosis (MS) may have a harder time with this. That’s because the illness is characterized by fatigue, muscle weakness, and issues with balance. However, if you approach your exercise routine with the right information, you’ll be able to safely get the benefits
- [Understanding more about MS relapse, MRI's and Biomarkers for Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/understanding-more-about-ms-relapse-mris-and-biomarkers-for-multiple-sclerosis/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS education Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Is MS Curable Yet?    Dr. Boster on Research Advances](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/is-ms-curable-yet-dr-boster-on-research-advances/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS education There’s not yet a cure for multiple sclerosis (MS) in the foreseeable future, but the chronic illness is more treatable than ever before.Research is focused on finding ways to repair nerve damage caused by MS and protect against brain atrophy.There are four actions you
- [Researchers Present An Atypical Case of NMOSD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/researchers-present-an-atypical-case-of-nmosd/) - Ozge Ozkaya, MSc, PhD | Publish Date July 28, 2023A team of researchers from the United States presented the case of a patient with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) with atypical presentation, such as syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion (SIADH), which has sometimes been associated with the disease.“This case illustrates the importance of looking
- [Is It Safe to Take Tylenol (Acetaminophen) With Advil or Motrin (Ibuprofen)?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/is-it-safe-to-take-tylenol-acetaminophen-with-advil-or-motrin-ibuprofen/) - Key takeaways:Acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) are both over-the-counter (OTC) medications for pain.Acetaminophen and ibuprofen work differently in the body. They are also cleared from the body by different organs. This makes it safe to use them together for additional pain relief if one alone doesn’t do the trick.You should never take more than
- [Multiple Sclerosis Coalition Applauds World Health Organization Decision](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-coalition-applauds-world-health-organization-decision/) - Press Release Multiple Sclerosis Coalition Applauds World Health Organization Decision Decision to add MS treatments to Essential Medicines List will improve access globally Washington, DC, July 26, 2023: Recently, the World Health Assembly adopted the Intersectoral Global Action Plan on epilepsy and other neurological disorders, making brain health a global priority for the World Health
- [MS and Heat: What Heat Sensitivity Feels Like and How To Manage It](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-and-heat-what-heat-sensitivity-feels-like-and-how-to-manage-it/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS educationMany people with multiple sclerosis (MS) notice their symptoms worsen when their body temperature rises. The symptoms usually subside after the body cools.Heat may temporarily impair the nerves’ ability to deliver messages to the body, which can cause fatigue, muscle weakness, and brain fog.There
- [Cooling Vests for MS: Benefits, Uses, and More](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/cooling-vests-for-ms-benefits-uses-and-more/) - Many people with multiple sclerosis (MS) are sensitive to heat. In fact, even a quarter- or half-degree change in core body temperature can temporarily worsen MS symptoms. To stay comfortable and prevent flares, many people with MS turn to cooling vests.Cooling vests can be worn under your clothing or on top of it to help you cool down in the
- [PRESS RELEASE: Positive Phase III Results for Genentech’s Ocrevus (ocrelizumab) Twice a Year, 10-Minute Subcutaneous Injection in Patients With Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/press-release-positive-phase-iii-results-for-genentechs-ocrevus-ocrelizumab-twice-a-year-10-minute-subcutaneous-injection-in-patients-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - Wednesday, Jul 12, 2023Phase III OCARINA II trial met primary and secondary endpoints Ocrevus 10-minute injection has the potential to further improve the treatment experience and expand Ocrevus® usage in MS centers with IV capacity limitations or without IV infrastructure Ocrevus remains the first and only therapy approved for both RMS and PPMS, and more than 300,000
- [Positive Phase III Results for Genentech’s Ocrevus (ocrelizumab)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/positive-phase-iii-results-for-genentechs-ocrevus-ocrelizumab/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS education Positive Results Announced from Phase 3 OCARINA II Trial Evaluating Roche's OCREVUS® (ocrelizumab) with Halozyme's ENHANZE® Drug Delivery Technology in Patients with Multiple SclerosisSAN DIEGO, July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Halozyme Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: HALO) ("Halozyme") today announced that Roche's Phase 3 OCARINA
- [Invisible symptoms: the unseen side of MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/invisible-symptoms-the-unseen-side-of-ms/) - 6 June 2023Many MS symptoms seem invisible to other people. They may affect you greatly but no one seems to notice. This can be very frustrating and upsetting.It can be surprising sometimes. You might be clinging onto your shopping trolley for support, feeling dizzy or fatigued but no one seems to notice. Another time, your
- [Clinical features of MOGAD with brainstem involvement in the initial attack versus NMOSD and MS - PubMed](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/clinical-features-of-mogad-with-brainstem-involvement-in-the-initial-attack-versus-nmosd-and-ms-pubmed/) - This is a PubMed Article: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37402345/ Qiao Xu 1, Xixi Yang 1, Zhandong Qiu 1, Dawei Li 1, Hongxing Wang 1, Hong Ye 1, Lidong Jiao 1, Jing Zhang 1, Li Di 1, Peng Lei 2, Huiqing Dong 1, Zheng Liu 3Affiliations expandPMID: 37402345 DOI: 10.1016/j.msard.2023.104797AbstractObjective: To assess the characteristics of Myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein (MOG) antibody-associated disorder (MOGAD) with brainstem involvement in the first event (BSIFE) and make comparisons with aquaporin-4-IgG seropositive neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (AQP4-IgG-NMOSD) and multiple sclerosis (MS).Methods: From 2017 to 2022, this
- [Diagnostic Performance of Adding the Optic Nerve Region Assessed by Optical Coherence Tomography to the Diagnostic Criteria for MS - PubMed](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/diagnostic-performance-of-adding-the-optic-nerve-region-assessed-by-optical-coherence-tomography-to-the-diagnostic-criteria-for-ms-pubmed/) - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37400245/Gabriel Bsteh 1 2, Harald Hegen 3, Patrick Altmann 4 2, Michael Auer 3, Klaus Berek 3, Franziska Di Pauli 3, Barbara Kornek 4 2, Nik Krajnc 4 2, Fritz Leutmezer 4 2, Stefan Macher 4 2, Paulus Stefan Rommer 4 2, Karin Zebenholzer 4 2, Gudrun Zulehner 4 2, Tobias Zrzavy 4 2, Florian Deisenhammer 3, Berthold Pemp 5, Thomas Berger 4 2; for VMSD (Vienna Multiple Sclerosis Database) GroupAffiliations expandPMID: 37400245 DOI: 10.1212/WNL.0000000000207507AbstractBackground: The optic nerve has been recommended as an additional region for demonstrating dissemination in space (DIS) in diagnostic criteria for multiple sclerosis (MS).Objective: To investigate whether adding the optic nerve region
- [Risk Factors for Multiple Sclerosis Development After Optic Neuritis Diagnosis Using a Nationwide Health Records Database](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/risk-factors-for-multiple-sclerosis-development-after-optic-neuritis-diagnosis-using-a-nationwide-health-records-database/) - Henry C Skrehot 1, Anshul Bhatnagar 1, Austin Huang 1, Andrew G Lee Affiliations expandPMID: 37398505 PMCID: PMC10312022 (available on 2024-02-16) DOI: 10.1080/01658107.2023.2176891AbstractMultiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune demyelinating disease that often initially presents with optic neuritis (ON). Little is known about the demographic factors and familial histories that may be associated with the development of MS after a diagnosis of ON. We utilised a nationwide database to characterise specific
- [Tendonitis and MS: Are They Connected?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tendonitis-and-ms-are-they-connected/) - Multiple sclerosis (MS) can cause a wide range of symptoms, including pain in the muscles and joints (musculoskeletal pain). On MyMSTeam, the social network for people with MS, members often discuss tendonitis and joint pain.One member asked, “Did anyone else randomly develop ‘tennis elbow’ because of MS?” Another wondered, “Does anyone experience pain in joints or have tendonitis
- [MS Bowel Problems: Ways To Manage Constipation and More](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-bowel-problems-ways-to-manage-constipation-and-more/) - Medically reviewed by Amit M. Shelat, D.O.Article written by Victoria MenardThe symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS) can vary from person to person and may change over time. But for nearly 70 percent of individuals with MS, symptoms include bowel problems like constipation, diarrhea, incontinence (loss of bowel control), and diverticulitis (inflammation of small pouches that form in the digestive tract). Bowel
- [Bad Diet = 10X more Multiple Sclerosis!](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/bad-diet-10x-more-multiple-sclerosis/) - Information provided by Brandon Beaber, MDDoes diet affect MS? According to a study in Jordan, people who scored the worst on a dietary inflammatory index (DII) survey had a 10-fold increase in risk of MS (for those in the 4th quartile vs. the 1st quartile). But what exactly is the dietary inflammatory index (DII)? What
- [Review: Ocrevus best of 4 antibody therapies for progressive MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/review-ocrevus-best-of-4-antibody-therapies-for-progressive-ms/) - Drug found most effective also only one approved for PPMS by FDAby Steve Bryson, PhD | June 27, 2023Among four antibody-based therapies for multiple sclerosis (MS), Ocrevus (ocrelizumab) works best to prevent disability progression and other measures of disease activity in people with PPMS, or primary progressive MS, a review study found.However, the medication is associated with an increased risk of infection, data
- [Stem cell therapy highly effective in active RRMS: Real-world study](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/stem-cell-therapy-highly-effective-in-active-rrms-real-world-study/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS educationStem cell therapy highly effective in active RRMS: Real-world studyNearly 80% of patients in Denmark free of relapses after 2 yearsby Steve Bryson, PhD | June 27, 2023Nearly 80% of adults with highly active relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS) were free of relapses or confirmed disability worsening two years after
- [Demographics and baseline disease characteristics of Black and Hispanic patients with multiple sclerosis in the open-label, single-arm, multicenter, phase IV CHIMES trial](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/demographics-and-baseline-disease-characteristics-of-black-and-hispanic-patients-with-multiple-sclerosis-in-the-open-label-single-arm-multicenter-phase-iv-chimes-trial/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS educationMitzi J Williams 1, Annette F Okai 2, Anne H Cross 3, Nancy L Monson 4, Timothy Vartanian 5, Ben W Thrower 6, Anthony T Reder 7, Jeffrey B English 8, Gregory F Wu 3, Evanthia Bernitsas 9, Shereen Yap 10, Jugena Ndrio 10, Jinglan Pei 10, Ellen M Mowry 11, Fabio Magrini 10, Juan Acosta 10, Lilyana Amezcua 12; CHIMES investigatorsAffiliations expandPMID: 37356256 DOI: 10.1016/j.msard.2023.104794AbstractBackground: Black/African American patients with multiple sclerosis (BpwMS) and Hispanic/Latino patients with multiple sclerosis (HpwMS), who historically have
- [Individualizing long-term treatment and care in active MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/individualizing-long-term-treatment-and-care-in-active-ms/) - Two experts in MS explore the evolving practicalities of therapeutic sequencing options in multiple sclerosis (MS). They discuss when to consider high-efficacy disease-modifying therapies (DMTs), how to optimize a switch in DMT, and practical considerations surrounding the use of DMTs in women of childbearing age living with MS.Click here to watch this recorded conversationClick to
- [Global Summit Reviews Advances and Opportunities for Strategic Collaborations to Speed Pathways to MS Cures](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/global-summit-reviews-advances-and-opportunities-for-strategic-collaborations-to-speed-pathways-to-ms-cures/) - Pathways to Cures Global Summit I (Stuart Schlossman) was fortunate to have been asked, and to have attended this Global Summit, and having been able to ask questions or add my thoughts not just as an MS Advocate but also from being an MS patient. #PathwaystoCuresGlobalSummitMay 23, 2023The first-ever Pathways to Cures Global Summit was
- [Pictures of the Physiological Changes of MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/pictures-of-the-physiological-changes-of-ms/) - How does MS wreak its damage?If you or a loved one has multiple sclerosis (MS), you already know about the symptoms. They may include muscle weakness, trouble with coordination and balance, vision problems, thinking and memory issues, and sensations such as numbness, prickling, or “pins and needles.”What you may not know is how this autoimmune disease
- [MS FOCUS NEWS:  Healthcare Assistance Grant](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-focus-news-healthcare-assistance-grant/) - The MS Focus Healthcare Assistance Grant assists uninsured individuals with the cost of visiting their MS specialist as well as dental assistance. The grant, which can pay for one visit and one follow-up, is designed to assist those already diagnosed with MS who may need a visit to their treating physician to renew a prescription
- [TISCH MS Research Center News:  Phase II results of our FDA-approved stem cell treatment study have been released](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tisch-ms-research-center-news-phase-ii-results-of-our-fda-approved-stem-cell-treatment-study-have-been-released/) - We are very excited to share that the highly-anticipated Phase II results of our FDA-approved stem cell treatment study have been released. Building off the groundbreaking findings in Phase I, this is the first study to show a broad array of regenerative improvements, and have very exciting implications for patients moving forward. While
- [Understanding MS Eye Twitch](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/understanding-ms-eye-twitch/) - Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system (CNS). The CNS includes the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves.MS is characterized by the immune system damaging myelin — a substance that surrounds and protects nerve fibers. Damaged areas of myelin are referred to as plaques or lesions.Demyelinating lesions can affect
- [MS becomes a treatable disease: 30 years later](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-becomes-a-treatable-disease-30-years-later/) - Fred D Lublin fred.lublin@mssm.edu and Stephen C KriegerView all authors and affiliationsOnlineFirsthttps://doi.org/10.1177/135245852311747Abstract30 years ago the first disease-modifying therapy for relapsing multiple sclerosis was approved for use in the United States and soon thereafter across the globe. Since then the field of MS therapeutics, and studies of immunopathogenesis and genetics, have advanced our understanding of the disease and raised the hope
- [Cannabis oral spray nabiximols found to ease spasticity in MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/cannabis-oral-spray-nabiximols-found-to-ease-spasticity-in-ms/) - New analysis shows benefits for patients in 2 clinical trialsby Marisa Wexler, MS | May 23, 2023Treatment with the cannabis oral spray nabiximols helped to relieve spasticity — increased muscle stiffness and spasms common in people with multiple sclerosis (MS) — among participants in two MS clinical trials, according to the results of a new analysis.“In this analysis, nabiximols was shown to
- [Living with multiple sclerosis: Telling your employer](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/living-with-multiple-sclerosis-telling-your-employer/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS education Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Vestibular Migraine Diet - (see list of foods and beverages that can cause Migraine)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/vestibular-migraine-diet-see-list-of-foods-and-beverages-that-can-cause-migraine/) - Vestibular Migraine DietThe causes of vestibular migraine are not completely understood, but making dietary changes through eliminating trigger foods could decrease the severity of symptoms.By Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD • April 27, 2023An elimination diet is the only official dietary guidelines for vestibular migraine. You may want to begin eliminating dairy and alcohol, among other food
- [What Happens if Multiple Sclerosis Goes Untreated?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-happens-if-multiple-sclerosis-goes-untreated/) - Multiple sclerosis drugs have been proved to reduce relapses. But some with MS still say no to treatment.By Becky UphamMedically Reviewed by Samuel Mackenzie, MD, PhDIn many chronic conditions, the way the disease will progress over months or years is relatively predictable. That’s not the case with multiple sclerosis (MS); while some people with the disease may be
- [12 Ways to Fight MS Fatigue](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/12-ways-to-fight-ms-fatigue/) - For many people, fatigue is the most troubling of all MS symptoms. These expert tips may help to boost your energy level.Regularly practicing a mindful form of exercise, such as tai chi, can help to reduce MS fatigue.Rob And Julia Campbell/StocksyThe majority of people living with multiple sclerosis (MS) — a chronic autoimmune disease affecting the central
- [How I told my children about my MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-i-told-my-children-about-my-ms/) - written by AngelaAngela is a child therapist, but talking to her daughters about her MS was still a challenge.I work as a counsellor in primary schools. I first started noticing something was wrong during the school holidays two years ago. I was unbelievably tired – and it didn’t get better, no matter how much I
- [Mavenclad benefits for MS sustained up to 15 years after last treatment](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/mavenclad-benefits-for-ms-sustained-up-to-15-years-after-last-treatment/) - More than half who received it in clinical trials didn't need further DMTsby Steve Bryson, PhD | April 11, 2023The benefits of Mavenclad (cladribine) were sustained for up to 15 years after its last treatment course in people with relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS), according to real-world data from the CLASSIC-MS study.More than half of those who received the oral therapy in the
- [EBViously Announces First Details of Its EBV-001 Vaccine Candidate for the Prevention of Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV)-Induced Diseases](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ebviously-announces-first-details-of-its-ebv-001-vaccine-candidate-for-the-prevention-of-epstein-barr-virus-ebv-induced-diseases/) - Presentation at the World Vaccine Congress 2023EBV-infections associated with many cancers and multiple sclerosisMunich, Germany, April 3, 2023 – EBViously, a start-up developing novel vaccines based on next-generation virus-like particles, will present its approach and technology at the upcoming World Vaccine Congress 2023 (April 4-6, 2023) in Washington, DC (USA). The presentation will take place
- [Ten (10) ways to Preserve Brain Health if you have MS or other conditions](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ten-10-ways-to-preserve-brain-health-if-you-have-ms-or-other-conditions/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS educationBy Quinn Phillips - Reviewed: May 4, 2023Medically Reviewed by Michael R. Yochelson, MD, MBAActivities like guided meditation may help to improve your cognitive abilities in the long term.Tom Merton/Getty ImagesFrom getting enough sleep to doing brain exercises, there are steps you can take to
- [Virtual reality therapy can improve balance in patients: Meta-analysis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/virtual-reality-therapy-can-improve-balance-in-patients-meta-analysis/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS educationThe therapy may also help with postural control and reduce the fear of fallingby Marisa Wexler, MS | May 2, 2023Rehabilitation therapy that utilizes virtual reality can help to improve balance and reduce the fear of falling for people with multiple sclerosis (MS), a new analysis
- [Video:   "BIOSIMILARS" -   Learn 'What is a Biosimilar medication'...](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-biosimilars-learn-what-is-a-biosimilar-medication/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS educationVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [MS and Care Partnership: Tips and Inspiration](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-and-care-partnership-tips-and-inspiration/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS educationVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [video: A Roadmap for Living Well with MS - by Ben Thrower, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-a-roadmap-for-living-well-with-ms-by-ben-thrower-md/) - CLICK Above banner to watch Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS educationVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [video: Tips for accessing expensive MS medications on a limited budget - by Aaron Boster, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-tips-for-accessing-expensive-ms-medications-on-a-limited-budget-by-aaron-boster-md/) - Click to watch, then share with othersClick to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS educationVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Tolebrutinib safely lowers relapse rates over 2.5 years](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tolebrutinib-safely-lowers-relapse-rates-over-2-5-years/) - Phase 2b extension trial now has 125 MS patients on 60 mg daily doseAbout 2.5 years of treatment with tolebrutinib was associated with low relapse rates and stable disability levels among people with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), according to data in an ongoing, open-label extension of a Phase 2b trial.The oral treatment also continued to show a
- [Pathways to cures for multiple sclerosis: A research roadmap](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/pathways-to-cures-for-multiple-sclerosis-a-research-roadmap/) - First published online March 2022Bruce F Bebo, Jr Bruce.Bebo@NMSS.org, Mark Allegretta, […], and on behalf of the National MS Society’s Scientific Advisory Committee and Pathways to Cures Roadmap Task Force+10View all authors and affiliations Volume 28, Issue 3AbstractBackground:Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a growing global health challenge affecting nearly 3 million people. Progress has been made in the understanding and treatment of MS over the last
- [Genentech Announces Industry-Leading Brain Health Research Collaborations and Latest Data Across Neuroscience Medicines at AAN 2023 Annual Meeting](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/genentech-announces-industry-leading-brain-health-research-collaborations-and-latest-data-across-neuroscience-medicines-at-aan-2023-annual-meeting/) - Roche, Genentech and partners embark on global prevalence research, trend-spotting with digital analysis, and telehealth initiatives to assess & address deterrents to brain health to better understand holistic health journeys of patients with neurologic diseases Long-term data to be presented demonstrate delayed MS disability with Ocrevus; reduced disease activity with Enspryng in NMOSD and with Evrysdi
- [Early treatment could slow the onset of multiple sclerosis symptoms, study finds](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/early-treatment-could-slow-the-onset-of-multiple-sclerosis-symptoms-study-finds/) - People with very early signs of MS who received the drug in a clinical trial were less likely to develop symptoms. Lesions associated with multiple sclerosis on an MRI brain scan. Callista Images / Getty ImagesApril 19, 2023, 5:49 PM EDTBy Kaitlin SullivanStarting treatment for multiple sclerosis early — before symptoms even begin — could possibly
- [Meet the Founder of Dunk MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/meet-the-founder-of-dunk-ms/) - - MS Views Now catches up with Blake Arnet who shares his story:MS Views NOW is a series created by #MSViewsandNews Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS educationVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [EBV-Autoimmune disease treatment that could expand overall MS treatment program options](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ebv-autoimmune-disease-treatment-that-could-expand-overall-ms-treatment-program-options/) - Created on Sunday, 26 March 2023 14:33by Alan M Dattner, MD doctordattner@gmail.com I was excited to see the studies that showed a 32-fold increase in MS in recruits who became EBV positive[i]. Howard Weiner at Harvard has described targeting EBV to treat MS.[ii] Over 200 articles on PubMed discuss the link between EBV and MS. NexImmune’s project to
- [11 Lifestyle Tips to Help You Manage MS Symptoms](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/11-lifestyle-tips-to-help-you-manage-ms-symptoms/) - By Diana Rodriguez / Medically Reviewed by Jason Paul Chua, MD, PhDReviewed: April 4, 2023Because multiple sclerosis (MS) affects the central nervous system, it can cause symptoms throughout the body, including numbness, fatigue, and problems with balance. But taking good care of your body — in addition to sticking to your multiple sclerosis treatment plan
- [video: Emotional aspects of growing older while living with Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-emotional-aspects-of-growing-older-while-living-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS education Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Speed-based cognitive exercises may reduce likelihood of falls in high-risk older adults](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/speed-based-cognitive-exercises-may-reduce-likelihood-of-falls-in-high-risk-older-adults/) - Key takeaways:Participants at high risk for future falls were 31% less likely to experience falls over 10 years after speed of processing training.Cognitive training had no significant effect on low-risk older adults.Speed of processing training reduced the risk for future falls over 10 years in high-risk older adults, while reasoning and memory training did not
- [How MS Affects Your Brain](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-ms-affects-your-brain/) - Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an unpredictable and long lasting disease of the central nervous system that disrupts communication between the brain and other parts of the body.How MS originates isn’t entirely known, but many experts believe the body launches an attack on the nerve-insulating myelin. This causes a delay or disruption of messages from the
- [video: Sexual Health and Multiple Sclerosis: From Frustration to Fulfillment](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-sexual-health-and-multiple-sclerosis-from-frustration-to-fulfillment/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS education Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [WATCH An inspiring documentary that explores the impact of MS,  in Black and African American communities](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/watch-an-inspiring-documentary-that-explores-the-impact-of-ms-in-black-and-african-american-communities/) - 2023 - An inspiring documentary that explores the impact of MS in Black and African American communities, from Medical Stories, the award-winning docuseries, supported in part by Biogen.MS IN BLACK AND AFRICAN AMERICANS DOCUMENTARY Click image to watch documentaryTelling new stories about MS
- [Tenofovir Alafenamide for Treatment of Symptoms and Neuroprotection in Relapsing Remitting Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tenofovir-alafenamide-for-treatment-of-symptoms-and-neuroprotection-in-relapsing-remitting-multiple-sclerosis/) - The safety and scientific validity of this study is the responsibility of the study sponsor and investigators. Listing a study does not mean it has been evaluated by the U.S. Federal Government. Read our disclaimer for details.Study Description - Brief Summary:As the in vivo reservoir of the Epstein-Barr virus, B cells play an important role in
- [With multiple sclerosis, it’s hard to stop saying ‘I’m sorry,’ but you should   ---  (Stus Views: This is a fabulous Article that should be read by many) --](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/with-multiple-sclerosis-its-hard-to-stop-saying-im-sorry-but-you-should-stus-views-this-is-a-fabulous-article-that-should-be-read-by-many/) - (Stuart's Thanks to Benjamin for writing the story showing below, which is needed to be read by many who should not always be so apologetic for their actions)`````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````How reflexive apologies are a bad habit I'm trying to changeby Benjamin Hofmeister | March 23, 2023 - Even if I resolved to improve my cardiovascular health by taking the stairs more
- [Primary progressive MS confirmed as own disorder in mouse study](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/primary-progressive-ms-confirmed-as-own-disorder-in-mouse-study/) - Antibodies in spinal fluid seen to drive PPMS, but not relapsing MSby Marisa Wexler, MS | February 7, 2023 - MS News Today artwork by MS Views and News----------------------------------------------- Primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS) is driven by antibodies in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), the liquid around the brain and spinal cord — but
- [Remyelination, CNM-Au8, diet and bones](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/remyelination-cnm-au8-diet-and-bones/) - More remyelination researchFor years, most MS research has focused on stopping disease progression. In the past couple years, however, more and more researchers have been focusing on whether it’s possible to fix the damage MS has already done. They’re trying to find a way to repair the myelin coating of our nerves.The latest of these is efforts
- [Multiple Sclerosis Itching: Causes, Treatments, and More](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-itching-causes-treatments-and-more/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS educational events **********************Sensory disturbances, including an itching sensation, can occur with multiple sclerosis. Sometimes these feelings can be early signs
- [Lifestyle Changes to Slow MS Progression](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/lifestyle-changes-to-slow-ms-progression/) - MS is a complex disease that impacts the brain and spinal cord.While the exact cause is unknown, experts believe the body’s immune system abnormally attacks the central nervous system causing damage to the myelin. This disrupts communication to and from the brain, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)Trusted Source.Common MS symptoms
- [Similar Processes Could Link MS With Heart Disease](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/similar-processes-could-link-ms-with-heart-disease/) - By Cara Murez HealthDay ReporterWEDNESDAY, March 22, 2023 -- Multiple sclerosis (MS) and atherosclerosis both involve an abnormal hardening of body tissue, and recent research suggests they may be linked.MS is a neurodegenerative disease that attacks the brain and spinal cord. Atherosclerosis is hardening of the arteries.Studies show connections between the two, according to Ochsner Health System in New
- [Time to educate patients about biosimilars?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/time-to-educate-patients-about-biosimilars/) - March 22, 2023Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration released new educational materials for patients related to biosimilars and interchangeable biosimilars – two fact sheets: Biosimilars What Patients Need to Know, Biosimilars What Patients with Diabetes Need to Know, and an infographic: Biosimilar Basics Infographic for Patients. The materials for patients are also available in Spanish: Biosimilares: Lo Que los
- [Diet can be a ‘proactive’ way to engage patients with MS in their long-term care](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/diet-can-be-a-proactive-way-to-engage-patients-with-ms-in-their-long-term-care/) - March 03, 2023SAN DIEGO — Physicians should emphasize the importance of diet and lifestyle change in patients with MS and consider home environment, cultural challenges and other factors when making recommendations, a presenter noted at ACTRIMS 2023. “There’s a sense among people diagnosed with MS of a loss of control over one’s body,” Ilana B. Katz
- [Your brain could be controlling how sick you get — and how you recover](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/your-brain-could-be-controlling-how-sick-you-get-and-how-you-recover/) - February 22, 2023 - by: Diana KwonScientists are deciphering how the brain choreographs immune responses, hoping to find treatments for a range of diseases. Illustration by Dalbert B. VilarinoHundreds of scientists around the world are looking for ways to treat heart
- [Role of the Comprehensive Care Team](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/role-of-the-comprehensive-care-team/) - source: The Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis CentersThe world of multiple sclerosis has changed during the past two decades. There is a global movement towards a deeper understanding of the disease process, improving the quality of life for those with MS and developing safe and effective treatments. There is also a new understanding in both the
- [Register for Virtual MS WELLNESS event - taking place on March 18th](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/register-for-virtual-ms-wellness-event-taking-place-on-march-18th/) - March is MS Awareness Month. Let's take this opportunity to raise awareness about living with MS! Through having a better understanding of MS we can help support patients, families, caregivers, and friends. This month MS Views and News Offers a Special Online Event The MS Wellness SummitComplimentary Wellness, Nutrition, exercise, sleep and mindfulness to achieve wellness. A
- [Are you on a Biologic Medication? What you need to know about biosimilar treatment options.](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/are-you-on-a-biologic-medication-what-you-need-to-know-about-biosimilar-treatment-options/) - -----------------Vea esta página en españolThe Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved many biologics (also called biological products), which are medications generally made from living sources like bacteria and yeast. Biologics treat many conditions like arthritis, diabetes, kidney conditions, cancer, macular degeneration, and chronic skin and bowel diseases, such as psoriasis, Crohn’s disease and ulcerative
- [Astrocyte receptors may help to ease MS cognitive issues - presented at ACTRIMS 2023](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/astrocyte-receptors-may-help-to-ease-ms-cognitive-issues-presented-at-actrims-2023/) - by Lindsey Shapiro, PhD | February 28, 2023 MS mouse models genetically engineered to lack these receptors, called TNFR2, showed signs of greater cognitive problems, whereas cognitive gains were evident in mice with higher-than-normal receptor levels.Additional experiments are underway to further validate these findings, the researchers noted, with an ultimate goal of “explor[ing] the potential of
- [FDA Approves Tascenso ODT® (fingolimod), similar to Gilenya, for Relapsing MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/fda-approves-tascenso-odt-fingolimod-similar-to-gilenya-for-relapsing-ms/) - February 21, 2023The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently approved Tascenso ODT® (fingolimod, Cycle Pharmaceuticals) as an orally disintegrating tablet (ODT) disease-modifying therapy for people living with relapsing forms of MS who are 10 years of age or older.Relapsing forms of MS include clinically isolated syndrome (an initial neurological episode), relapsing-remitting MS, and active secondary progressive MS. People with active
- [Octave Presents Data from Nine Company and Partner Abstracts at ACTRIMS Forum 2023 on MSDA and more](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/octave-presents-data-from-nine-company-and-partner-abstracts-at-actrims-forum-2023-on-msda-and-more/) - Real-world data sets show components of value-based care, use of Octave’s Multiple Sclerosis Disease Activity test and deep scan biomarker screening capabilities to evaluate evidence of disability, disease activity, and disease progressionCLICK IMAGE to ENLARGEStudy presented in partnership with the Michigan Institute for Neurological Disorders highlights the promise of the Multiple Sclerosis Disease Activity test
- [ACTRIMS 2023: Loss of myelin in spinal cord tied to MS disability](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/actrims-2023-loss-of-myelin-in-spinal-cord-tied-to-ms-disability/) - More loss in cervical region also linked to worse motor functionby Lindsey Shapiro, PhD | February 27, 2023A greater loss of myelin — the protective coating around nerve fibers — in the part of the spinal cord found in the neck was associated with worse disability in people with multiple sclerosis, data from a new study showed.More substantial
- [MS and Concussions](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-and-concussions/) - MS and ConcussionsThe exact cause of MS isn’t known, although experts believe that a number of things play a role in its development, including genetics, environmental, and infectious factors. Researchers are investigating head injury as a possible cause of MS. Our first article summarizes their findings to date. Interested in the results of research studies
- [‘Usual Suspect’ Lesions Appear Not to Cause Most Severe Disability in Multiple Sclerosis Patients](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/usual-suspect-lesions-appear-not-to-cause-most-severe-disability-in-multiple-sclerosis-patients/) - Presented at 2023 ACTRIMS in San Diego, Ca Summary: While brain lesions may be a key marker for Multiple Sclerosis, they may not actually be drivers of disability progression, a new study reports.Source: University at BuffaloBrain lesions — areas of brain tissue that show damage from injury or disease — are the biomarker most widely used to determine
- [Study helps make clear distinctions between MS, MOGAD (Myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody-associated disease)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/study-helps-make-clear-distinctions-between-ms-mogad-myelin-oligodendrocyte-glycoprotein-antibody-associated-disease/) - February 25, 2023The study was presented at the 2023 #ACTRIMS forumA new study set out to assess potentially distinct immune mechanisms underlying multiple sclerosis and myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein-associated disease. The findings point to distinct features of circulating cellular immune profiles in children with MS and MOG-associated disease and provides novel insights into early immune mechanisms
- [Lower-dose gadolinium now being used for MRIs with contrast](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/lower-dose-gadolinium-now-being-used-for-mris-with-contrast/) - by Ed Tobias | February 24, 2023If you have multiple sclerosis (MS), I’m sure you’ve had several MRIs by now. You’ve probably also had one using a contrast agentThe contrast agent is made from a rare earth element called gadolinium. Mixed with other chemical ions, it highlights lesions or areas of active MS inflammation that would otherwise be difficult or impossible for a
- [Favorable Safety Outcomes Observed in Ozanimod (#Zeposia) Over Diroximel Fumarate (Vumerity)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/favorable-safety-outcomes-observed-in-ozanimod-zeposia-over-diroximel-fumarate-vumerity/) - Feb 26, 2023 - Marco Meglio - #ACTRIMSConferences: Americas Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple SclerosisThe ozanimod group demonstrated significantly lower odds of safety outcomes such as nasopharyngitis, diarrhea, and urinary tract infection relative to diroximel fumarate.Marisa McGinley, DOData from a matching-adjusted indirect comparison (MAIC) of ozanimod (Zeposia; Bristol Myers Squibb) and
- [Patients With NMOSD ( neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder ) Relapse Events Experience High Economic Burden](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/patients-with-nmosd-neuromyelitis-optica-spectrum-disorder-relapse-events-experience-high-economic-burden/) - #ACTRIMS #NMOSDFeb 27, 2023 Isabella Ciccone, MPHA survey showed that 69% of patients with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders reported lost income because of hospital visits related to disease relapse. Shamik Bhattacharyya, MDIn a recent survey study of 103 adults, findings demonstrated a high economic burden
- [Metabolic Changes, Cognitive Improvements in Multiple Sclerosis Observed Through Intermittent Calorie Restriction](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/metabolic-changes-cognitive-improvements-in-multiple-sclerosis-observed-through-intermittent-calorie-restriction/) - Feb 27, 2023 - Marco MeglioCompared with those on an unrestricted diet, patients with MS on intermittent calorie restriction showed greater cognitive performance, as assessed by SDMT, after 12 weeks dieting.Laura Piccio, MD, PhDFindings from a short-term, 12-week study of patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) indicated that intermittent calorie restriction (iCR) is a safe and
- [Gauging MS Disease Activity Through Octave’s MSDA Test](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/gauging-ms-disease-activity-through-octaves-msda-test/) - Feb 24, 2023 Taylor Gonyou, DOThe multiple sclerosis fellow at Michigan Institute for Neurologic Disorders provided perspective on the clinical utility and advantages of a multi-protein test that assesses multiple sclerosis disease activity. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
- [BTK Inhibitor Evobrutinib Displays Superior Efficacy Compared With Anti-CD20 Treatment for MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/btk-inhibitor-evobrutinib-displays-superior-efficacy-compared-with-anti-cd20-treatment-for-ms/) - Feb 25, 2023 - Isabella Ciccone, MPHA preclinical assessment of evobrutinib showed it demonstrated superior efficacy in targeting compartmentalized neuroinflammation in multiple sclerosis compared with anti-CD20 treatment.Jorge Alvarez, BSc, PhDNew data from a preclinical assessment onevobrutinib (EMD Serono), a highly selective central nervous system (CNS)-penetrant Bruton tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitor, demonstrated superior efficacy compared with
- [Ocrelizumab and Rituximab Demonstrate Similar Safety, Efficacy in Treatment of Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ocrelizumab-and-rituximab-demonstrate-similar-safety-efficacy-in-treatment-of-multiple-sclerosis/) - Treatment with either rituximab and ocrelizumab, 2 FDA-approved therapies that target CD20, resulted in similar odds of experiencing a clinical disease activity in both unadjusted and adjusted analyses.Enrique Alvarez, MD, PhDIn a comparative study of middle-aged patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) on rituximab (Rituxan; Genentech) and ocrelizumab (Ocrevus; Genentech), findings showed similar safety and efficacy
- [Omega-3 fatty acid reduced disease severity in MS mouse model](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/omega-3-fatty-acid-reduced-disease-severity-in-ms-mouse-model/) - Study findings could lead to new solutions in managing MS symptomsby Marisa Wexler, MS | February 16, 2023Treatment with docosahexaenoyl ethanolamide (DHEA), an omega-3 fatty acid found in fish oil, reduced inflammation and disease severity in a mouse model of multiple sclerosis (MS).These findings suggest that “an increase of omega-3 consumption may be beneficial to
- [Vitamin D Deficiency: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/vitamin-d-deficiency-causes-symptoms-treatment/) - Vitamin D deficiency is a common vitamin deficiency that causes issues with your bones and muscles. It most commonly affects people over the age of 65 and people who have darker skin. It’s preventable and treatable. What is vitamin D deficiency?Vitamin D deficiency means you don’t have enough vitamin D in your body. It primarily causes
- [15 Symptoms of Vitamin B12 Deficiency](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/15-symptoms-of-vitamin-b12-deficiency/) - As we age, vitamin B12 becomes even more important — our mood, memory, nerve cells, and blood cells depend on it. A B12 deficiency can cause lightheadedness, fatigue, shortness of breath, confusion, and more. Vitamin B12 is a nutrient that does its job quietly and efficiently inside our cells. We need vitamin B12 to make new
- [Zeposia’s long-term use doesn’t affect heart health, Phase 3 trials show](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/zeposias-long-term-use-doesnt-affect-heart-health-phase-3-trials-show/) - by Andrea Lobo, PhD | February 14, 2023No major heart rate or echocardiogram changes over year or more of treatmentLong-term use of Zeposia (ozanimod) did not adversely affect the heart of relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS) patients treated for one or two years in Phase 3 clinical trials, with no clinically significant changes in cardiac function reported.Data on people enrolled in
- [Race can play a role in how you perceive MS, including if you see yourself reflected in your diagnosis.](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/race-can-play-a-role-in-how-you-perceive-ms-including-if-you-see-yourself-reflected-in-your-diagnosis/) - Some studies suggest that progression can occur twice as fast in Black or African Americans versus white people.Living With Multiple SclerosisRace can play a role in how you perceive MS, including if you see yourself reflected in your diagnosis.When Ann Marie Johnson was diagnosed with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis 20 years ago, she learned all she could
- [What Causes Racial Disparities With Multiple Sclerosis?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-causes-racial-disparities-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - And now to what we don’t know: More research is needed to determine if these differences are because of biological or genetic reasons, says Dorlan J. Kimbrough, M.D., a board-certified neurologist at Duke Neurological Disorders Clinic and assistant professor of neurology at Duke University School of Medicine in Durham, NC. Other causes may also be
- [How Multiple Sclerosis Impacts Hispanic Americans](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-multiple-sclerosis-impacts-hispanic-americans/) - Latinx patients also have stark differences in MS from white patients—one 2021 study found that Hispanic Americans with MS had higher scores than African Americans (who already had higher scores than white patients) on different commonly used scales that rate for domains of pain, cognition, depression, and anxiety. And while 40% of Latinx MS patients
- [How Multiple Sclerosis Impacts African Americans](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-multiple-sclerosis-impacts-african-americans/) - SourceClick to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter, resources and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [A Multicultural Guide to Managing Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/a-multicultural-guide-to-managing-multiple-sclerosis/) - Race and ethnicity add unique challenges to living with this disease. @HealthCentral takes a closer look. Written by Erin Boyle ------------ February 2023Controversial question: Is chronic disease ever distinguishable by race? Answer: Sometimes, but likely not in the way you think. Until recently, multiple sclerosis (MS) was considered a disease that mainly happened to white people. It
- [Here's why remote work is a lifesaver for those with chronic conditions](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/heres-why-remote-work-is-a-lifesaver-for-those-with-chronic-conditions/) - written by: Dan Digmann, an MS Patient Advocate February 2023Two decorative pillows give me reason to pause each workday morning as I make the queen-sized bed that I share with my wife, Jennifer.These blue- and teal-flowered shams carry no sentimental weight in my heart. It’s the
- [Efficacy and Safety of Proposed Biosimilar Natalizumab (PB006) in Patients With Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis The Antelope Phase 3 Randomized Clinical Trial](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/efficacy-and-safety-of-proposed-biosimilar-natalizumab-pb006-in-patients-with-relapsing-remitting-multiple-sclerosis-the-antelope-phase-3-randomized-clinical-trial/) - Bernhard Hemmer, MD1; Heinz Wiendl, MD2; Karsten Roth, PhD3; et alHendrik Wessels, PhD3; Josef Höfler, PhD4; Cyrill Hornuss, MD5; Bernd Liedert, PhD5; Krzysztof Selmaj, MD, PhD6Author Affiliations Article InformationJAMA Neurol. Published online January 23, 2023. doi:10.1001/jamaneurol.2022.5007Key PointsQuestion Does proposed biosimilar natalizumab (biosim-NTZ) PB006 match reference natalizumab (ref-NTZ) in terms of efficacy, safety, and immunogenicity in patients with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS)?Findings In this randomized, double-blind phase 3 clinical trial, 264 adult patients with RRMS received treatment with either biosim-NTZ or
- [Living with Neuromyelitis Optical Spectrum Disorder (NMOSD) - A Patient's story](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/living-with-neuromyelitis-optical-spectrum-disorder-nmosd-a-patients-story/) - Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Just because your schedule is packed doesn’t mean you need to skip exercise completely](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/just-because-your-schedule-is-packed-doesnt-mean-you-need-to-skip-exercise-completely/) - Personal Trainers share their top choices when you have only a few minutes — and no equipment handy.By Elizabeth MillardMedically Reviewed by Lynn Grieger, RDN, CDCESReviewed: November 18, 2021You have a zillion things to accomplish today, and that means your favorite workout might be off the to-do list — or is it? Even if you have just a few
- [Should You Try Somatic Stretching for Less Pain and Muscle Tension?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/should-you-try-somatic-stretching-for-less-pain-and-muscle-tension/) - By Christine ByrneMedically Reviewed by Justin Laube, MDReviewed: September 22, 2022Somatic stretching involves the release of muscular tension through natural, unintentional movements. Getty Images; CanvaIf you tend to hold a lot of tension in your neck, lower back, or wrists (hello, desk workers), somatic stretching may be the practice you’re looking for.Before we delve into what somatic
- [Efficacy of Diet on Fatigue and Quality of Life in Multiple Sclerosis: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis of Randomized Trials](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/efficacy-of-diet-on-fatigue-and-quality-of-life-in-multiple-sclerosis-a-systematic-review-and-network-meta-analysis-of-randomized-trials/) - Linda G Snetselaar 1, Joshua J Cheek 1, Sara Shuger Fox 1, Heather S Healy 1, Marin L Schweizer 1, Wei Bao 1, John Kamholz 1, Tyler J Titcomb 2PMID: 36257717 DOI: 10.1212/WNL.0000000000201371AbstractBackground and objective: Emerging evidence suggests a role for diet in multiple sclerosis (MS) care; however, owing to methodological issues and heterogeneity of dietary interventions in preliminary trials, the current state of evidence does not support dietary recommendations for MS. The objective
- [The Focus of MS Care / Living Well with MS - Presented by:  Lynn Stazzone, A.,N.P.,M.S.  - Brigham Multiple Sclerosis Center](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-focus-of-ms-care-living-well-with-ms-presented-by-lynn-stazzone-a-n-p-m-s-brigham-multiple-sclerosis-center/) - Shared Decision Making + MS Fatigue, Cognition, Depression and MorePlease CLICK here to watch this presentation Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Improve Your MS by Making MS Boring - Presented by Aaron Boster, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/improve-your-ms-by-making-ms-boring-presented-by-aaron-boster-md/) - WatchListenLearnthen please Share with others so they too can learn more about MSVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [An MS Patient's Voice - Listen with Emily Blosberg, founder of Mr. Oscar Monkey - (Pediatric MS related)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/an-ms-patients-voice-listen-with-emily-blosberg-founder-of-mr-oscar-monkey-pediatric-ms-related/) - -----------Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [• Learning about Visual Disturbances in MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/learning-about-visual-disturbances-in-ms/) - Event date: August 27th / Published Date: September 21, 2022 Listen with Dr. Jonathan Calkwood's In-Depth discussion on Topics: • Learning about Visual Disturbances in MS (Optic Neuritis, Double-vision & Nystagmus) • Understanding Emerging Therapies, including Brand, Biosimilars, Biologics and Generics • Shared decisions & communicating with your healthcare team --- Dr. Jonathan C. Calkwood,
- [Multiple Sclerosis Prognosis and Life Expectancy](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-prognosis-and-life-expectancy/) - Last updated May 5, 2022, by Marisa Wexler, MS✅ Fact-checked by Ines Martins, PhDMultiple sclerosis (MS) is a neurological disorder caused by the body’s immune system erroneously attacking myelin, a fatty covering around nerve fibers. The resulting neurological damage can cause a number of MS symptoms, including fatigue, muscle spasms, balance issues, and vision problems.Depression, trouble controlling the bladder or
- [Insufficient and Poor Sleep in Teen Years Increase Risk of MS: Study](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/insufficient-and-poor-sleep-in-teen-years-increase-risk-of-ms-study/) - Adolescents with poor sleep up to 50% more likely to develop MSTeenagers with poor sleep quality or insufficient sleep — those who sleep less than seven hours a night — are 40% to 50% more likely to develop multiple sclerosis (MS) later in life than those who get adequate rest, according to a Swedish population-based study.Differences in
- [Almost No Cases Found of Celiac Disease and MS in New Analysis / Investigating links between celiac disease and MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/almost-no-cases-found-of-celiac-disease-and-ms-in-new-analysis-investigating-links-between-celiac-disease-and-ms/) - Prevalence of gluten-caused disease in MS patients is close to zeroby Patricia Inacio, PhD | January 18, 2023This illustration shows the anatomy of the human digestive system.------------Celiac disease, in which the ingestion of gluten causes the immune system to attack the lining of the small intestine, is not common in people with multiple sclerosis (MS), a meta-analysis
- [Digital Eye Strain -- (a good read)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/digital-eye-strain-a-good-read/) - Written by Dr. Melody Huang, O.D.What is Digital Eye Strain?Digital eye strain describes the symptoms you experience after spending long periods on a digital device such as a computer, smartphone, or tablet. This condition is also known as computer vision syndrome, although the term digital eye strain is more inclusive of all digital devices. Studies estimate that 90 percent of digital device users experience
- [Microbial Cocktails Are More Than a Gut Feeling](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/microbial-cocktails-are-more-than-a-gut-feeling/) - January 12, 2023Targeted manipulation of bacteria could boost immunity and help sufferers of chronic diseases and allergies.In 2023, our understanding of the microbes that live inside the human gut will lead to new ideas for medicine. Today, we know that gut microbes help develop and sustain our immune system. They do that by producing high
- [A discovery at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation is shedding new light on a particularly devastating form of multiple sclerosis: PPMS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/a-discovery-at-the-oklahoma-medical-research-foundation-is-shedding-new-light-on-a-particularly-devastating-form-of-multiple-sclerosis-ppms/) - January 10, 2023OMRF scientists say their finding could lead to a treatment breakthrough for primary-progressive MS, which may affect as many as 10 to 15 out of every 100 people diagnosed with the condition and has no highly effective treatments. Conversely, there are more than a dozen approved drugs for relapsing-remitting MS, the most common
- [MS Cognitive Symptoms Get Worse With Fatigue](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-cognitive-symptoms-get-worse-with-fatigue/) - By Trevis Gleason - For Life With Multiple Sclerosis - Reviewed: December 29, 2022Have you ever felt like you can’t think straight when you’re overly tired or physically fatigued? Sure, a lot of people could say yes to that question, but people with multiple sclerosis (MS) — and in particular, people with progressive forms of the disease
- [Lifestyle Changes to Increase Physical Activity Improved MS Fatigue](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/lifestyle-changes-to-increase-physical-activity-improved-ms-fatigue/) - By Joana Vindeirinho, PhD on 01/10/2023 A behavioral intervention that teaches people with multiple sclerosis (MS) strategies for becoming physically active significantly improved patient-reported measures of fatigue over a year, but had no effect on other self-reported disease measures, according to new data from a Phase 3 trial. Earlier results had shown that the approach,
- [COVID-19 Could Trigger MS Via ‘Molecular Mimicry,’ Study Shows](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/covid-19-could-trigger-ms-via-molecular-mimicry-study-shows/) - By Marisa Wexler, MS on 01/10/2023 A protein in the virus that causes COVID-19 is structurally similar to several proteins targeted by the immune system in multiple sclerosis (MS), a new study shows. The results provide a potential mechanism for how COVID-19 could trigger MS-like disease in susceptible individuals, researchers said. The study, “Sequence similarity
- [A Mass Extinction Is Taking Place in the Human Gut](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/a-mass-extinction-is-taking-place-in-the-human-gut/) - January 4, 2023To preserve humankind’s diverse bacteria, scientists are harvesting, freezing, and storing poop from around the world.In November 2022, Swiss scientists opened an eagerly awaited package from rural Ethiopia. It was full of shit.For two months, public health researcher Abdifatah Muhummed had been collecting stool samples from children in a remote, pastoralist community in
- [video:   A Man, His Motorcycle and MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-a-man-his-motorcycle-and-ms/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Video:  Shared Decision Making + MS Fatigue, Cognition, Depression and More](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-shared-decision-making-ms-fatigue-cognition-depression-and-more/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [video:  Learn more about Mood Disorders in MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-learn-more-about-mood-disorders-in-ms/) - Keep up to date with MS News and InformationClick hereVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [FDA OKs Phase 3 Trial of Masitinib for Progressive Forms of MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/fda-oks-phase-3-trial-of-masitinib-for-progressive-forms-of-ms/) - By Lindsey Shapiro, PhD on 01/03/2023The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cleared AB Science to initiate a Phase 3 clinical trial of its investigational treatment masitinib in people with progressive forms of multiple sclerosis (MS).The decision follows approvals in several European countries that will also host trial sites, including Sweden and France.The MAXIMS Phase 3 trial (NCT05441488), also known as Study AB20009, is
- [video:  with Dr. Aaron Boster, MD  - MS Symptom Mgmt, Disease Progression, Emerging Therapies plus a bit of chat on NMOSD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-with-dr-aaron-boster-md-ms-symptom-mgmt-disease-progression-emerging-therapies-plus-a-bit-of-chat-on-nmosd/) - Keep up-to-date with MS events and resources by clicking hereVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Watch this interview regarding Parenting with MS, with Brittany Quiroz and Damian Washington](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/watch-this-interview-regarding-parenting-with-ms-with-brittany-quiroz-and-damian-washington/) - MS Views NOW presentsStay up-to-date with MS information Sign-up here: www.register.msviewsandnews.org ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Ocrevus Reduces Disease Activity, Slows Progression in RRMS, PPMS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ocrevus-reduces-disease-activity-slows-progression-in-rrms-ppms/) - Therapy works by killing off antibody-producing B-cells involved in inflammatory responsesby Joana Vindeirinho, PhD | December 21, 2022Ocrevus (ocrelizumab) was equally effective in reducing disease activity after two years in people with primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS) and relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS), a new study reports.The therapy also slowed disease progression in both groups, although
- [Could Your Hip Pain Be Related to Your MS Steroid Treatments?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/could-your-hip-pain-be-related-to-your-ms-steroid-treatments/) - by Ed Tobias | January 2, 2023My hips have hurt for several years. Right now, it’s just a dull ache. But there have been times when it has been a shooting pain.Hip pain isn’t necessarily connected to your multiple sclerosis (MS), but it could be. It might be caused by alterations in your gait because of MS spasticity, muscle weakness,
- [Walking Difficulties Improve for MS Patients With Natural Supplement](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/walking-difficulties-improve-for-ms-patients-with-natural-supplement/) - Using MS14, a natural product from Persian medicine, led to physical activity gainsby Lindsey Shapiro, PhD | December 28, 2022Daily use of MS14, a natural product derived from Persian medicine, safely led to gains in physical activity and walking for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) with walking difficulties, according to data from a small placebo-controlled trial.MS14, which contains both herbal
- [BREAKING NEWS::: TG Therapeutics Announces FDA Approval of BRIUMVI™ (ublituximab-xiiy) for Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/breaking-news-tg-therapeutics-announces-fda-approval-of-briumvi-ublituximab-xiiy-for-multiple-sclerosis/) - December 28, 2022BRIUMVI is the first and only anti-CD20 monoclonal antibody approved for patients with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis that can be administered in a one-hour infusion twice-a-year following the starting doseU.S. Commercial launch expected Q1 2023Company to host conference call on Thursday, December 29, 2022 at 8:30 AM ET See slide show by clicking
- [What to Do When Cold Weather Worsens MS Symptoms](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-to-do-when-cold-weather-worsens-ms-symptoms/) - By Becky Upham - Medically Reviewed by Samuel Mackenzie, MD, PhDReviewed: January 21, 2022Overheating during hot weather or in a hot bath is known to magnify symptoms in many people with multiple sclerosis (MS).But for some, cold weather can be just as problematic. No one knows this better than Barbara Appelbaum, a 59-year-old semiretired motivational speaker and
- [Learning to Advocate for Yourself with MS:  A Guide](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/learning-to-advocate-for-yourself-with-ms-a-guide/) - When you speak up or act on behalf of your rights and well-being, you’re self-advocating. If you have multiple sclerosis (MS), self-advocacy enables you to have more control over how your condition affects your life.Self-advocacy is important in all aspects of your life. Your family, friends, healthcare team, and co-workers all need to know how
- [New Exercises and Activities to Try If You Have MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/new-exercises-and-activities-to-try-if-you-have-ms/) - Medically reviewed by Deborah Weatherspoon, Ph.D., MSN — By Nancy Lovering — Updated on September 1, 2020If you have multiple sclerosis (MS), you may feel tired, weak, or low on energy, and exercise may be the last thing on your mind.In fact, exercise has many benefits for people with MS, including improvements in strength, balance,
- [Hip Pain: Age or MS?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/hip-pain-age-or-ms/) - August 2022 --- By Cherie BinnsAs to the hip replacement question, most people will never need a hip replacement.I see many on social media sites for people with MS asking the questions, “Is hip pain caused by MS?” or “I’ve had this pain in my hip for so long. Should I get a hip replacement?” I’d
- [The Effect of Aging in Multiple Sclerosis and the Model of Care: Ruth Ann Marrie, MD, PhD, FRCPC](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-effect-of-aging-in-multiple-sclerosis-and-the-model-of-care-ruth-ann-marrie-md-phd-frcpc/) - December 13, 2022The professor of medicine at the University of Manitoba discussed the need to change how multiple sclerosis is characterized, and how aging contributes to increased disease progression. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]WATCH TIME: 4 minute"As like other disease with neurodegenerative components, we think age does play a role in the expansion of MS. We
- [At-Home OTC COVID-19 Diagnostic Tests / Expiration Date information](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/at-home-otc-covid-19-diagnostic-tests-expiration-date-information/) - December 14, 2022General Information About At-Home OTC COVID-19 Diagnostic TestsThis page has information about at-home over-the-counter (OTC) COVID-19 diagnostic tests. Diagnostic tests can show if you have an active COVID-19 infection. These at-home OTC COVID-19 diagnostic tests are FDA authorized for self-testing at home (or in other locations). This means you collect your own sample, perform the test,
- [What Is Spasticity? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-is-spasticity-symptoms-causes-diagnosis-and-treatment/) - By Julie Lynn Marks - Medically Reviewed by Jason Paul Chua, MD, PhDReviewed: May 12, 2022Spasticity is a symptom or complication of many different neurological disorders in which normal muscle movement patterns are disrupted, and muscles contract, or tighten, involuntarily.In a healthy brain and nervous system, signals along nerves instruct muscles when to
- [EVUSHELD is no longer effective against newer Omicron subvariants](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/evusheld-is-no-longer-effective-against-newer-omicron-subvariants/) - Article provided by: Cherie C Binns RN MSCNAs SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, continues to evolve, monoclonal antibodies are no longer effective against newer Omicron subvariants. The monoclonal antibody treatment bebtelovimab is no longer effective against BQ.1 and BQ.1.1. As of November 30, FDA no longer authorizes bebtelovimab for emergency use because of circulating variants. Additionally, clinicians and patients
- [Many people complain about winter, but it can be a particularly challenging time for those who live with chronic conditions](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/many-people-complain-about-winter-but-it-can-be-a-particularly-challenging-time-for-those-who-live-with-chronic-conditions/) - Chris Anderson is no stranger to bad winters. He lives in Minnesota — a state that gets, on average, between 35–70 inches of snow every year, depending on where you live.In the winter, the average temperature can get as low as 18 to 8°F (-7 to -13°C).And as someone living with multiple sclerosis (MS), this cold, frigid
- [Antidepressant Bupropion Found to Ease Sexual Dysfunction in MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/antidepressant-bupropion-found-to-ease-sexual-dysfunction-in-ms/) - Dec 2022Daily treatment with an oral antidepressant called bupropion — marketed as Wellbutrin and Zyban, among others — significantly improved some aspects of sexual function in women with multiple sclerosis (MS), according to the results of a randomized trial in Iran.“The results of our study showed bupropion can have promising effects on [sexual dysfunction] of female patients with MS,”
- [Under the microscope: what is the potential of BTK inhibitors (BTKI) ?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/under-the-microscope-what-is-the-potential-of-btk-inhibitors-btki/) - information provided by: MS Society UK Bruton’s tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitors are an emerging type of disease modifying therapy (DMT) for MS. They’re currently being tested in late-stage clinical trials for relapsing, primary and secondary progressive MS. We look at how they work differently from existing DMTs and what they could offer. BTK inhibitors were first developed
- [The MS wealth death gap.  Rich people with MS are 16.6% more likely to be alive after 30 years compared with poor people with MS [according to this observational study in France].](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-ms-wealth-death-gap-rich-people-with-ms-are-16-6-more-likely-to-be-alive-after-30-years-compared-with-poor-people-with-ms-according-to-this-observational-study-in-france/) - AbstractBackground: The effects of socio-economic status on mortality in patients with multiple sclerosis is not well known. The objective was to examine mortality due to multiple sclerosis according to socio-economic status.Methods: A retrospective observational cohort design was used with recruitment from 18 French multiple sclerosis expert centers participating in the Observatoire Français de la Sclérose en Plaques. All patients
- [FDA requests additional information, extends goal date for application of MS treatment](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/fda-requests-additional-information-extends-goal-date-for-application-of-ms-treatment/) - November 18, 2022The FDA has extended the Prescription Drug User Fee Act goal date to Dec. 28, for TG Therapeutics’ biologics license application of ublituximab for patients with relapsing forms of MS.According to a release issued by TG, ublituximab is an investigational glycoengineered monoclonal antibody that targets a specific site on CD20-expressing B-cells. The FDA
- [Can diabetes drugs like insulin, metformin affect MS risk?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/can-diabetes-drugs-like-insulin-metformin-affect-ms-risk/) - Medical New TodayBy Hannah Flynn on November 24, 2022 — Fact checked by Anna Guildford, Ph.D. Christina House/Los Angeles Times via Getty ImagesThe causes of many autoimmune conditions are unclear, and having one, such as type 2 diabetes, can mean you are more likely to develop another one.Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a
- [video:   An  INSPIRING MS Patient's Voices program w/Jennifer & Dan Digmann (MS patient Advocates)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-an-inspiring-ms-patients-voices-program-w-jennifer-dan-digmann-ms-patient-advocates/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Video: MS Views NOW - Dietary Approaches for MS,  Covid updates for those with Multiple Sclerosis, medication information and more](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-ms-views-now-dietary-approaches-for-ms-covid-updates-for-those-with-multiple-sclerosis-medication-information-and-more/) - Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Video:   YOU ARE NOT ALONE - Building Your Communication Toolbox](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-you-are-not-alone-building-your-communication-toolbox/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [video : Talking about Seasonal Depression in a Proactive Way](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-talking-about-seasonal-depression-in-a-proactive-way/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Time to reconsider the classification of multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/time-to-reconsider-the-classification-of-multiple-sclerosis/) - author: Takashi YamamuraNovember 18, 2022Multiple sclerosis is an inflammatory demyelinating disease of the CNS, showing various clinical manifestations depending on the site, nature, and extent of the inflammatory lesions. In practice, multiple sclerosis is classified into clinical subtypes—relapsing-remitting, primary progressive, and secondary progressive—on the basis of the patient's clinical course. Since the turn of the
- [Multiple sclerosis progression: time for a new mechanism-driven framework](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-progression-time-for-a-new-mechanism-driven-framework/) - Published: November 18, 2022Prof Tanja Kuhlmann, MD Marcello Moccia, MDTimothy Coetzee, PhD *Prof Jeffrey A Cohen, MD *Prof Jorge Correale, MD *Jennifer Graves, MDProf Ruth Ann Marrie, MD *Prof Xavier Montalban, MD *Prof V Wee Yong, PhDProf Alan J Thompson, MD *Prof Daniel S Reich, MD *on behalf of theInternational Advisory Committee on Clinical Trials in Multiple Sclerosis SummaryTraditionally, multiple sclerosis has been categorised
- [5 things to know about the flu vaccine and MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/5-things-to-know-about-the-flu-vaccine-and-ms/) - 2022Getting vaccinated to prevent harmful infections is a fundamental part of medical care for people with MS. With flu season around the corner, the seasonal flu vaccine can help prevent infection and keep you and your loved ones safe.Lisa Doggett, MD, MPH, is a family physician based in Austin, Texas, and senior medical director of
- [Researchers seek to know why stem cell treatment works](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/researchers-seek-to-know-why-stem-cell-treatment-works/) - November 14, 2022A new study from Switzerland suggests why stem cell transplant works. The treatment is particularly suitable for younger people with aggressive forms of the disease.During the treatment, several chemotherapies completely destroy the patients’ immune system – including the subset of T cells which mistakenly attack their own nervous system. The patients then receive
- [Brain discovery may help boost body’s ability to fight MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/brain-discovery-may-help-boost-bodys-ability-to-fight-ms/) - Researchers may have discovered a molecule in the brain responsible for orchestrating the immune system’s responses to multiple sclerosis. The findings may point to a treatment avenue that could alter the behavior of these native brain cells to behave in a more neuroprotective way.October 2022 The molecule the researchers identified, called a kinase, is crucial to
- [Access to MS Care in Rural America and more, discussed by Dr. Chris LaGanke, MD of Neurology](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/access-to-ms-care-in-rural-america-and-more-discussed-by-dr-chris-laganke-md-of-neurology/) - Click to listen to this very inciteful presentation:Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Listen to this interview with Founder of Step by Step Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Foundation, Chasity Toler](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/listen-to-this-interview-with-founder-of-step-by-step-multiple-sclerosis-awareness-foundation-chasity-toler/) - LISTEN to Chasity Toler and Damian Washington as they discuss patient advocacy for MS and more!Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [7 Complications of Multiple Sclerosis (MS)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/7-complications-of-multiple-sclerosis-ms/) - MS complicationsMS is a lifelong condition that can affect overall health. With proper management of symptoms, people living with MS can often remain active for many years. And not everyone will have complications. However, some complications are common to many people living with MS.Here are seven common issues that affect people with MS, and ways
- [Holistic & Integrative Therapies in Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/holistic-integrative-therapies-in-multiple-sclerosis/) - MS Views and News partnered with Memorial Neuroscience Institute for a day of learning: Program Titled: Understanding New Therapeutic and Integrative Treatments for Multiple Sclerosis Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Women's Health in MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/womens-health-in-ms/) - Event Date: August 18th Listen to this interview from 2020 as Constance B. Easterling, MSN, ARNP, MSCN , an expert MS Nurse Practitioner with over 28 years of experience is interviewed about Women's health issues in MS. Included in this interview is information concerning exercise, social activity, emotions, relationships, intimacy, pregnancy, parenting, menopause and more.
- [Let's Learn about a New MS Treatment, - with Nurse Practitioner Katrina M. Bawden, MSN, MSCN, NP-C.](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/lets-learn-about-a-new-ms-treatment-with-nurse-practitioner-katrina-m-bawden-msn-mscn-np-c/) - Share your comments with us please... Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Victoria Reese shares her story of advocacy in the MS community](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/victoria-reese-shares-her-story-of-advocacy-in-the-ms-community/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Helpful Tips for Travelers with a Disability](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/helpful-tips-for-travelers-with-a-disability/) - Information provided by:Cherie Binns, RN, MSCN, Helpful Tips for Travelers with a Disability https://www.activemsers.org/traveling-with-ms-guide Dozens of links to help a traveler prepare for travel, know what to expect with travel, how to find the ways that different countries cater to travelers with disabilities. https://www.Curbfreewithcorylee.com Blog written by an individual who uses a wheel chair discussing tips
- [Obesity and MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/obesity-and-ms/) - News Flash! According to the German National MS study of 1066 German participants with relapsing-remitting MS, those considered obese had higher current and subsequent levels of disability within a relatively short period. Furthermore, those considered obese during childhood and adolescence were later linked to a heightened risk of developing MS. To understand why this critical
- [MEDICARE and Medicaid Resource Links to NEEDED Information](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/medicare-and-medicaid-resource-links-to-needed-information/) - Click on the Links showing below https://www.medicareplans.com/seniors-medicare-and-medicaid-enrollees/#how_medicaid_works_with_medicare https://www.medicareplans.com/seniors-medicare-and-medicaid-enrollees/#dual_eligible_standards https://www.medicareplans.com/seniors-medicare-and-medicaid-enrollees/#qualifying_and_applying_for_medicare_and_medicaid https://www.medicareplans.com/seniors-medicare-and-medicaid-enrollees/#medicaid_costs https://www.medicareplans.com/seniors-medicare-and-medicaid-enrollees/#how_to_apply Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Large study finds greater risk of Infection with progressive forms than RRMS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/large-study-finds-greater-risk-of-infection-with-progressive-forms-than-rrms/) - by Patricia Valerio, PhD | October 20, 2022People with progressive forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) are nearly four times more likely to have serious infections — those leading to hospitalization — than those with relapsing-remitting MS (RRMS), according to a large study in Germany.This higher infection risk was found despite the fact that, during the study period, most RRMS
- [What is Dysphasia?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-is-dysphasia/) - What is dysphasia? Dysphasia or aphasia is the medical term for difficulty in finding words or forming sentences. It can be a symptom of multiple sclerosis (MS). Find out more in this A-Z entry.Dysphasia, also known as aphasia, is the medical term for difficulty in understanding and producing language. In multiple sclerosis this is caused by disruptions in
- [Speech problems with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/speech-problems-with-ms/) - Problems with how you speak can be a symptom of multiple sclerosis for some people. MS speech disorders include slurring of speech and problems with the quality of your voice (dysarthria) and difficulty remembering specific words (dysphasia).A speech and language therapist may be involved in helping you cope with speech problems.What are speech problems?Speech problems may happen
- [Bathroom Renovations for Seniors](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/bathroom-renovations-for-seniors/) - There are several reasons why some seniors decide against moving into a retirement home. Living at home, or with family, allows them to keep to their own routines and never have meals or activities scheduled for them. It means having more space and not having to sell or store possessions. Crucially, it's also much cheaper.All
- [Chronic Itching May Be Overlooked in MS, Says New Study: Some Treatments May Help](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/chronic-itching-may-be-overlooked-in-ms-says-new-study-some-treatments-may-help/) - Researchers at the University of Miami found that 27 of 77 people with MS reported experiencing chronic itching (also known as pruritus). Itching occurred in the upper and lower limbs and hands, scalp, and face. Compared to people with MS without chronic itching, people with it reported more fatigue, heat sensitivity, cognitive impairment, and depression
- [The Cost of Multiple Sclerosis...](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-cost-of-multiple-sclerosis/) - Information showing below is provided by The National MS SocietyA new study shows the average total cost of living with multiple sclerosis is $88,487 per year. The actual amount spent per year varies from person to person based on a number of factors including treatment option, daily life needs and health insurance coverage. The Cost of MSFor the
- [3 ways pharma can prep for Biden’s sweeping drug pricing policies](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/3-ways-pharma-can-prep-for-bidens-sweeping-drug-pricing-policies/) - August 18, 2022Now that Medicare will be able to negotiate drug prices under the Inflation Reduction Act, the industry can expect to see some changes. Here are some tips on how to navigate the changing tide.President Joe Biden signs the Inflation Reduction Act into law with Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer,
- [What Are Digital Therapeutics and Their Use Cases?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-are-digital-therapeutics-and-their-use-cases/) - Over the past decade, a new category of medicine has emerged that delivers evidence-backed treatment through software to combat various conditions, including diabetes, pain, and PTSD.Source: Getty ImagesMay 20, 2022 - The digital transformation of healthcare is underway, bringing with it large-scale changes in various aspects of the healthcare journey, from scheduling visits to care delivery to
- [Video:  Supplements for Fatigue: What Can MS Patients Take for Fatigue?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-supplements-for-fatigue-what-can-ms-patients-take-for-fatigue/) - a Video by Aaron Boster, MD Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Sexual Dysfunction in MS Real,  But Often Ignored: Neurologist Survey](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/sexual-dysfunction-in-ms-real-but-often-ignored-neurologist-survey/) - Responses by doctors in Colombia point to 'underdiagnosed, undertreated' issueby Lindsey Shapiro, PhD | October 10, 2022Neurologists in Colombia agree that sexual dysfunction is burdensome and affects quality of life in major ways for people with multiple sclerosis (MS), but some still don’t ask their patients about it, a survey study reported.Findings also revealed that many neurologists there do
- [Four Ways To Find The Inner Peace You Need When MS (And Life) Are Wearing You Down](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/four-ways-to-find-the-inner-peace-you-need-when-ms-and-life-are-wearing-you-down/) - October 10, 2022Welcome back! It’s been a while since I published a blog post so I’m thrilled to have you here! Thanks for stopping by.I took the summer off from writing when it became apparent that I needed a break. It was time to focus on my inner peace.I tell others with MS to listen
- [Join special guest Victoria Reese and host Damian Washington to learn more about "We Are Ill", a non-profit whose focus is Redefining what Sick Looks like for Black Women living with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/join-special-guest-victoria-reese-and-host-damian-washington-to-learn-more-about-we-are-ill-a-non-profit-whose-focus-is-redefining-what-sick-looks-like-for-black-women-living-with-ms/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Gadolinium-based contrast agent exposures and physical and cognitive disability in multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/gadolinium-based-contrast-agent-exposures-and-physical-and-cognitive-disability-in-multiple-sclerosis/) - Kunio Nakamura 1, Marisa P McGinley 2, Stephen E Jones 3, Mark J Lowe 3, Jeffrey A Cohen 2, Paul M Ruggieri 3, Daniel Ontaneda 2Affiliations expandPMID: 36181666 DOI: 10.1111/jon.13057AbstractBackground and purpose: The clinical correlation of gadolinium-based contrast agents (GBCAs) has not been well studied in multiple sclerosis (MS). We investigated the extent to which the number of GBCA administrations relates to self-reported disability and performance measures.Methods: A cohort of MS patients was analyzed
- [Let's Learn about a New MS Treatment - with Nurse Practitioner Katrina M. Bawden, MSN, MSCN, NP-C.](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/lets-learn-about-a-new-ms-treatment-with-nurse-practitioner-katrina-m-bawden-msn-mscn-np-c-2/) - Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Off-label DMT Use for Progressive MS May Be as Effective as On-label](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/off-label-dmt-use-for-progressive-ms-may-be-as-effective-as-on-label/) - by Lindsey Shapiro, PhD | September 7, 2022'Small' difference in disability worsening at 2 years seen across 5 trialsOff-label use of high-efficacy disease modifying therapies (DMTs) for people with progressive forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) appear to be as effective as on-label, or approved, DMTs for this MS patient group, a review study from Brazil suggests.The meta-analysis, which included
- [IFN-beta Therapy Found to Help Blood Vessels in Brain Dilate in MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ifn-beta-therapy-found-to-help-blood-vessels-in-brain-dilate-in-ms/) - by Vanda Pinto, PhD | September 30, 2022DMT restores cerebrovascular reactivity that's reduced in patients: studyTreatment with interferon beta (IFN-beta) — a disease-modifying therapy that lowers inflammation in multiple sclerosis (MS) — was found to restore the ability of blood vessels in the brain to dilate following a stimulus.A new study suggests that this ability, called cerebrovascular reactivity
- [How Many Times a Day Should You Pee?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-many-times-a-day-should-you-pee/) - The Unmentionables is a series that answers common questions we all have about our bodies but are sometimes afraid to ask.Written by Anne Jacobson, MD, MPH | Reviewed by Patricia Pinto-Garcia, MD, MPHPublished 2022Key takeaways:Some of us have to pee more often than others. Maybe you’ve wondered if you’re peeing too much or too little. Or maybe your
- [Unhealthy Coping Strategies in MS May Lead to Worse Quality of Life](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/unhealthy-coping-strategies-in-ms-may-lead-to-worse-quality-of-life/) - New study recommends 'regular supervision' of patients' coping methodsarticle written by: Lindsey Shapiro, PhD - Sept 26, 2022------------------------------------People with multiple sclerosis (MS) may be more likely to use unhealthy or ineffective coping mechanisms than healthy individuals — and these “maladaptive strategies” are linked to worse mood and a poorer quality of life among patients, according to a new
- [How MS progresses over time / The Expanded Disability Status Scale and what this means](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-ms-progresses-over-time-the-expanded-disability-status-scale-and-what-this-means/) - Most people with MS experience two stages of disease. The first stage is relapsing-remitting MS (RRMS), which is characterized by episodes of new or worsening symptoms (relapses), interspersed with periods of partial or complete recovery from symptoms (remission).Most RRMS patients will gradually enter a progressive phase of disease, called secondary progressive MS (SPMS), in which symptoms continually worsen over
- [Dual Cognitive, Motor Tasks More Difficult Even in Early MS Stages](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/dual-cognitive-motor-tasks-more-difficult-even-in-early-ms-stages/) - Dual-tasking cognitive and motor problems seen with mild, moderate diseaseSeptember 27, 2022Even in early stages of disease, people with multiple sclerosis (MS) commonly experience more difficulties performing cognitive and motor tasks simultaneously than do people without MS, a new study indicates.The study, “Cognitive-motor interference in people with mild to moderate multiple sclerosis, in comparison with healthy controls,”
- [Survival Much Higher for MS Patients Who Take DMTs as Directed: Study](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/survival-much-higher-for-ms-patients-who-take-dmts-as-directed-study/) - Medication adherence linked to greater survival for US veterans prescribed DMTsby Marisa Wexler, MS | September 23, 2022The likelihood of survival is about 7.5 times higher for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) who take their disease-modifying treatments as directed compared with those who do not, an analysis of data from U.S. veterans shows.The study, “Impact of Adherence with Disease-Modifying Therapies
- [Novartis to Petition U.S. Supreme Court to Uphold Gilenya Patent](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/novartis-to-petition-u-s-supreme-court-to-uphold-gilenya-patent/) - Novartis said it will petition the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold a patent that protects the dosing regimen of Gilenya (fingolimod) that’s approved for relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS).The original patent was not set to expire until the end of 2027, which meant generic versions wouldn’t be able to reach the market until that date. But a recent court
- [FDA puts brakes on Sanofi's $3.7B multiple sclerosis bet, imposing partial hold, over liver injuries](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/fda-puts-brakes-on-sanofis-3-7b-multiple-sclerosis-bet-imposing-partial-hold-over-liver-injuries/) - The $3.7 billion centerpiece of Paul Hudson’s R&D strategy for Sanofi has hit a setback. Seeing cases of drug-induced liver injury, the FDA has slapped a partial clinical hold on phase 3 trials of the candidate, raising still more doubts about the merits of Sanofi’s Principia Biopharma takeover.Sanofi struck a deal to buy Principia in 2020, with
- [How Age Affects Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms and Progression](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-age-affects-multiple-sclerosis-symptoms-and-progression/) - While age at diagnosis may influence the rate of MS progression, it appears not to be the only factor.By Connie Brichford Medically Reviewed by Jason Paul Chua, MD, PhDMost people with multiple sclerosis (MS) are diagnosed between age 20 and 50, though it can occur in children as well as in older adults, according
- [Mindfulness Training Can Help People With Chronic Pain Reduce Their Pain and Dosage of Opioids](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/mindfulness-training-can-help-people-with-chronic-pain-reduce-their-pain-and-dosage-of-opioids/) - In the largest trial of its kind to date, researchers found mindfulness training reduced pain, opioid dosing, and depression for chronic pain patients.By Kaitlin Sullivan - March 7, 2022Another massive study has shown the power mindfulness-based therapy can have on the brain. A randomized clinical trial by Utah researchers compared the efficacy of mindfulness-based therapy with cognitive
- [Acupuncture to Help Chronic Pain](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/acupuncture-to-help-chronic-pain/) - By Cathy CassataMedically Reviewed by Justin Laube, MDAcupuncture involves using thin needles to puncture the skin at specific points on the body. This technique is a practice used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), which has been around for thousands of years.How It WorksNeedles are placed on the skin to activate qi, which in TCM is considered the
- [The story of a Husband and Wife, with Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-story-of-a-husband-and-wife-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~A personal story about Dan and Jennifer Digmann, both of whom, have MSThere’s two of us, so let’s start with our multiple sclerosis elevator speeches:JENNIFER“I was diagnosed with MS on November 14, 1997, eight days after my 23rd birthday. 23 years old, single and I had a chronic disease of the central nervous system for
- [Numb Feet: Is It MS? Or Something Else?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/numb-feet-is-it-ms-or-something-else/) - There are many causes of foot numbness, whether or not you have MS. If you know you have MS, your disease is the most likely culprit, but there are other potential causes. ShutterstockNumbness of the face, body, or extremities (arms and legs) is one of the most common symptoms of multiple scelerosis (MS), and can
- [Multiple Sclerosis Activists Play Key Role in Passage of Meaningful Prescription Drug and Health Insurance Legislation](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-activists-play-key-role-in-passage-of-meaningful-prescription-drug-and-health-insurance-legislation/) - On August 12, the U.S. House voted to pass the Inflation Reduction Act, following the U.S. Senate’s passage of the legislation, which includes meaningful provisions to lower the cost of prescription drugs and health insurance. The bill now moves to the President’s desk where it is expected to be signed into law. “This important milestone in
- [Welcome to the MSAA Ultimate MS Treatment Guide  - an online tool to help people with multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/welcome-to-the-msaa-ultimate-ms-treatment-guide-an-online-tool-to-help-people-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - August 2022MSAA is proud to announce the launch of the Ultimate MS Treatment Guide (MStreatmentguide.org) – an online tool to help people with multiple sclerosis learn about the different FDA-approved disease-modifying therapies. This new online tool includes detailed information about each disease-modifying therapy as well as additional helpful resources including: - Comparison option outlining the
- [Seeing Double, and I’m Not Even Drunk!](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/seeing-double-and-im-not-even-drunk/) - Seeing Double, and I’m Not Even Drunk!By John Connor | August 12, 2022I only had my glasses for two years, yet reading anything on my phone was now nigh impossible. Still, it did cure my Facebook and Twitter addiction.Yer, yer, I’m old. (I’m 64, you know.) Sure, I’ve written this before — surely that’s a free pass for
- [Erectile Dysfunction Can Affect Most Men With MS, Analysis Suggests](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/erectile-dysfunction-can-affect-most-men-with-ms-analysis-suggests/) - by Lindsey Shapiro, PhD | June 22, 2022The risk of erectile dysfunction was about three times greater in men with multiple sclerosis (MS) compared with healthy men, according to a recent meta-analysis of published studies.It was identified in nearly half of the 2,760 adult male patients in these studies, highlighting the importance of diagnosing and treating erectile dysfunction in
- [7 Energy-Boosting Ways to Fight MS Fatigue](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/7-energy-boosting-ways-to-fight-ms-fatigue/) - Although no diet has been proved to change the course of MS, nutritious foods like fresh fruit and low-fat dairy may help you fight fatigue, dietitians say.By Elizabeth Shimer Bowers --- Medically Reviewed by Jason Paul Chua, MD, PhDCLICK THE PICTURE TO READ THIS ARTICLEClick to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and
- [Strong T-cell activation in response to COVID-19 vaccination in multiple sclerosis patients receiving B-cell depleting therapies](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/strong-t-cell-activation-in-response-to-covid-19-vaccination-in-multiple-sclerosis-patients-receiving-b-cell-depleting-therapies/) - ORIGINAL RESEARCH article - Front. Immunol., 05 August 2022 https://doi.org/10.3389/fimmu.2022.926318 --- Sec. Vaccines and Molecular Therapeutics - -----------------------------------------https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/immunologyTisch Multiple Sclerosis Research Center of New York, New York, NY, United StatesImmunocompromised individuals, including multiple sclerosis (MS) patients on certain immunotherapy treatments, are considered susceptible to complications from severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection and specific
- [Why MS Can Affect Your Breathing — and What You Can Do About It](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/why-ms-can-affect-your-breathing-and-what-you-can-do-about-it/) - Article provided by: Everyday HealthMultiple sclerosis can negatively affect multiple processes that control or modulate breathing. Here’s what you can do to improve your respiratory function.By Madeline R. Vann, MPH -- Medically Reviewed by Jason Paul Chua, MD, PhD Reviewed: May 24, 2021MS can make it difficult to cough effectively, which can lead to a
- [Should you get a Tdap vaccine with MS?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/should-you-get-a-tdap-vaccine-with-ms/) - Most people with MS use disease-modifying therapies (DMTs). These are medications that dampen the effects of your immune system, helping to lower MS disease activity.Because DMTs suppress your immune system, people with MS can be more vulnerable to infections. Contracting an infection can also trigger an MS flare. Because of this, vaccination is important for people with MS.The Tdap
- [Cervical and thoracic cord atrophy in multiple sclerosis phenotypes: Quantification and correlation with clinical disability](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/cervical-and-thoracic-cord-atrophy-in-multiple-sclerosis-phenotypes-quantification-and-correlation-with-clinical-disability/) - AbstractObjective: We sought to characterize spinal cord atrophy along the entire spinal cord in the major multiple sclerosis (MS) phenotypes, and evaluate its correlation with clinical disability.Methods: Axial T1-weighted images were automatically reformatted at each point along the cord. Spinal cord cross-sectional area (SCCSA) were calculated from C1-T10 vertebral body levels and profile plots were compared across
- [Critical spinal cord lesions associate with secondary progressive motor impairment in long-standing MS: A population-based case-control study](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/critical-spinal-cord-lesions-associate-with-secondary-progressive-motor-impairment-in-long-standing-ms-a-population-based-case-control-study/) - Elia Sechi 1, Steven Messina 2, B Mark Keegan 1, Marina Buciuc 1, Sean J Pittock 3, Orhun H Kantarci 1, Brian G Weinshenker 1, Eoin P Flanagan 3Affiliations expandPMID: 32552535 DOI: 10.1177/1352458520929192AbstractBackground: Progressive motor impairment anatomically attributable to prominent, focally atrophic lateral column spinal cord lesions ("critical lesions") can be seen in multiple sclerosis (MS),
- [Varieties of MS Bladder and Bowel Dysfunction](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/varieties-of-ms-bladder-and-bowel-dysfunction/) - Some of the most common and even dangerous symptoms of multiple sclerosis make us feel ‘dysfunctional.’July 18, 2022 - By Trevis GleasonMultiple sclerosis (MS) is a degenerative disease of the central nervous system that can affect many aspects of a person’s body — and that includes their bladder and bowels.It’s always annoyed me that the ever-encroaching, ever-worsening symptoms of
- [Video:  Learning about The CASA-MS study,  a Comprehensive Assessment of Severely Affected Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-learning-about-the-casa-ms-study-a-comprehensive-assessment-of-severely-affected-multiple-sclerosis/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Breakthrough Cionic Neural Sleeve redefines the future of human mobility](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/breakthrough-cionic-neural-sleeve-redefines-the-future-of-human-mobility/) - July 19, 2022 - SAN FRANCISCO - CIONIC announces a collaboration with acclaimed designer Yves Behar and his world-renowned multidisciplinary design firm, fuseproject. The collaboration between fuseproject and CIONIC marries thoughtfully inclusive design with revolutionary mobility technology to deliver the Cionic Neural Sleeve, an FDA-cleared bionic leg wearable that uses AI to understand and influence human mobility in
- [Ekso Bionics nabs FDA exoskeleton clearance for multiple sclerosis rehabilitation](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ekso-bionics-nabs-fda-exoskeleton-clearance-for-multiple-sclerosis-rehabilitation/) - - - By Conor Hale - Jun 13, 2022 - To help multiple sclerosis patients who have trouble walking, Ekso Bionics is taking a leap forward with the first FDA clearance in the condition for a robotic exoskeleton suit that provides power and balance to the legs.Previously cleared in the U.S. and Europe for assisting people with
- [Rituximab Outperforms Tecfidera at Preventing Relapses in Phase 3 Trial](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/rituximab-outperforms-tecfidera-at-preventing-relapses-in-phase-3-trial/) - by Marisa Wexler, MS | July 15, 2022Patients on rituximab MS treatment 5 times less likely to experience relapseMultiple sclerosis (MS) patients treated with rituximab were more than five times less likely to experience a relapse compared with patients given Tecfidera (dimethyl fumarate), according to data from a Phase 3 clinical trial.Patients on the experimental
- [MS and Hot Flashes: How Menopause Impacts Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-and-hot-flashes-how-menopause-impacts-multiple-sclerosis/) - By Nancy LeBrun - Published on June 06, 2022 Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD---------------Menopause is a universal part of aging for women. During menopause, the body produces less of the hormone estrogen. A person's menstrual cycle fluctuates and then stops, and other changes and symptoms will occur.Women who have multiple sclerosis (MS) may find their MS symptoms are similar
- [EDSS '0'  is not normal:  Multiple sclerosis disease burden below the clinical threshold](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/edss-0-is-not-normal-multiple-sclerosis-disease-burden-below-the-clinical-threshold/) - 2022 Jul 13;13524585221108297 - doi: 10.1177/13524585221108297. Online ahead of print. Stephen C Krieger 1, Ali Antoine 1, James F Sumowski 1PMID: 35832024 DOI: 10.1177/13524585221108297#MS disability has been measured for 40 years w/the EDSS, with 0 defined as “normal.” We showed ppl w/MS at EDSS 0 may have subtle neuro deficits. They know it. Such symptoms are “invisible” only if we don’t listen & look for what’s
- [Watch: the Ins and Outs of Specialty Pharmacy / Step Therapy and more](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/watch-the-ins-and-outs-of-specialty-pharmacy-step-therapy-and-more/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [CBT? DBT? Psychodynamic? What Type of Therapy Is Right for Me?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/cbt-dbt-psychodynamic-what-type-of-therapy-is-right-for-me/) - Psychotherapy is not one size fits all. From behavioral to gestalt therapies, which approach will work best for you depends on your needs and goals.The Conversation - Sourav Sengupta Since ancient times, cultures across the world have understood that human suffering can have psychological causes. At its core, psychotherapy is working with
- [Does Intermittent Fasting Help MS?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/does-intermittent-fasting-help-ms/) - article published June 2022 A nutritious, well-balanced diet combined with other healthy lifestyle choices is the foundation of good health not only for people with MS, but also for the general public. There is evidence that eating certain foods and nutrients, and avoiding others, may help a person’s MS symptoms and disease activity. As we discussed
- [Researchers Report Fewer Relapses in Multiple Sclerosis with Off-Label Drug (rituximab)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/researchers-report-fewer-relapses-in-multiple-sclerosis-with-off-label-drug-rituximab/) - July 2022 An off-label drug may be an effective alternative to approved treatments for multiple sclerosis (MS).Federal approval is unlikely, but off-label use will probably remain a viable option.The cost of MS treatment is generally high and this
- [Cognitive Impairment May Predict Physical Disability in MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/cognitive-impairment-may-predict-physical-disability-in-ms/) - Pauline Anderson - July 08, 2022Cognitive impairment is a good predictor of physical disability progression in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS), new research suggests.In an analysis of more than 1600 patients with secondary-progressive MS (SPMS), the likelihood of needing a wheelchair was almost doubled in those who had the worst scores on cognitive testing measures
- [Health Care Utilization, Prodromal Symptoms Prior to Pediatric-Onset MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/health-care-utilization-prodromal-symptoms-prior-to-pediatric-onset-ms/) - By Sheila Jacobs - June 7, 2022In a cohort of patients with pediatric-onset multiple sclerosis (POMS), increased utilization of health care resources has been observed in the year immediately prior to their MS diagnosis — a finding that is consistent with those from prior population-based data. Further, individuals with POMS typically present with a myriad of
- [DMT for Multiple Sclerosis Tied to Lower Risk for In-Hospital COVID-19 Mortality](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/dmt-for-multiple-sclerosis-tied-to-lower-risk-for-in-hospital-covid-19-mortality/) - Mortality among patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) hospitalized for COVID-19 was lower among patients taking disease-modifying therapy (DMT), according to study findings published in Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders.During the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been concern that patients receiving immunocompromising or immunomodulating drugs may be at increased risk for poorer COVID-19 outcomes. Patients with MS often
- [How to Participate in a Clinical Trial for Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-to-participate-in-a-clinical-trial-for-multiple-sclerosis/) - By Cory Martin - Published on June 23, 2022 - Medically reviewed by Huma Sheikh, MDWhile there is no cure for MS, research is ongoing through clinical trials.1 Clinical trials allow researchers to evaluate the effects of interventions like medications, exercise, environment, and healthcare services on people living with MS. Clinical trials also look for better
- [The syndrome that can cause ‘vision loss’ in hot weather - ‘coincides’ with many ailments](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-syndrome-that-can-cause-vision-loss-in-hot-weather-coincides-with-many-ailments/) - VISION loss can occur at varying degrees, and has many known causes. One type of vision loss, which occurs through exposure to hot temperatures, has been found to coincide with several disorders.By SOLEN LE NET04:01, Sat, Jul 2, 2022When elevated body temperature impairs vision, it is known as Uhthoff’s phenomenon. The temporary syndrome is known to
- [Nimhans to study impact of yoga on multiple sclerosis patients](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/nimhans-to-study-impact-of-yoga-on-multiple-sclerosis-patients/) - The project is funded by the Department of Science and Technology DHNS, Bengaluru, JUL 08 2022, The National Institute of Mental Health and Neurological Sciences (Nimhans) has taken up a three-year project to study the impact of yoga on multiple sclerosis (MS) patients. The project is funded by the Department of Science and Technology. "We ...Read more Click to
- [Video:  'Getting Back to Normal' - Adapting & Changes for the MS Community since the beginning of Covid](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-getting-back-to-normal-adapting-changes-for-the-ms-community-since-the-beginning-of-covid/) - After watching this video, visit our Youtube Learning channel: www.youtube.com/msviewsandnewsVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [video: Listen with Suzanne O'Connell, MS Patient Advocate/ founder of Multiple Sclerosis Alliance of Virginia discusses this MS organizations' role in rural VA](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-listen-with-suzanne-oconnell-ms-patient-advocate-founder-of-multiple-sclerosis-alliance-of-virginia-discusses-this-ms-organizations-role-in-rural-va/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [A compass to MS Care Rural America - from Lynchburg, VA](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/a-compass-to-ms-care-rural-america-from-lynchburg-va/) - Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Diroximel Fumarate for Relapsing MS: How Does It Affect Clinical Outcomes?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/diroximel-fumarate-for-relapsing-ms-how-does-it-affect-clinical-outcomes/) - June 8, 2022 - Mary StrokaDiroximel fumarate is an effective treatment for young adults with multiple sclerosis, according to study results presented at the 2022 Annual Meeting of the Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers (CMSC) held from June 1-4, in National Harbor, Maryland.Compared with dimethyl fumarate, diroximel fumarate has superior gastrointestinal (GI) tolerability and decreased rates
- [Ocrelizumab Reduces Thalamic Volume Loss](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ocrelizumab-reduces-thalamic-volume-loss/) - Ocrelizumab Reduces Thalamic Volume Loss, - Cenobamate Shines in C017 Study, Trial of LRRK2 Inhibitor BIIB122 CommencesUsing the phase 3 OPERA I and II and ORATORIO studies, investigators found significantly reduced thalamic volume loss in patients with relapsing (RMS) and primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS) treated with ocrelizumab (Ocrevus; Genentech) compared with those on interferon beta-1a or placebo.
- [UK Study: Fatigue Often Influences Quality of Life in MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/uk-study-fatigue-often-influences-quality-of-life-in-ms/) - by Lindsey Shapiro, PhD | June 30, 2022Fatigue is a common symptom among people living with multiple sclerosis (MS), and has a significant negative impact on physical and psychological function, as well as quality of life, a U.K. study reported.Citing the study as the “largest study on fatigue in MS from U.K.,” researchers emphasized that
- [Media Update: Patient enrollment of phase III tolebrutinib trials paused in the U.S.](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/media-update-patient-enrollment-of-phase-iii-tolebrutinib-trials-paused-in-the-u-s/) - Paris, June 30, 2022. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has placed Phase 3 studies of tolebrutinib in multiple sclerosis (MS) and myasthenia gravis on partial clinical hold. As a result, new enrollment in the United States (U.S.) is paused, and participants in the U.S. who have been in the trial for fewer than 60 days
- [Brain age as a surrogate marker for cognitive performance in multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/brain-age-as-a-surrogate-marker-for-cognitive-performance-in-multiple-sclerosis/) - Information provided by: Gavin Giovannoni, aka Prof G @GavinGiovannoniAre you ready for some hard-to-process information about the impact of MS on your #BrainHealth? Did you know brain age is a surrogate marker for cognitive performance in pwMS? Knowing your brain's age will tell you something about your cognition. =>AbstractBackgroundData from neuro-imaging techniques allow us to
- [Biogen Secures Tecfidera Patent in EU Until 2028](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/biogen-secures-tecfidera-patent-in-eu-until-2028/) - Biogen has secured a new patent in Europe covering the use of its oral therapy Tecfidera (dimethyl fumarate) for multiple sclerosis (MS) through 2028, the company announced.Granted by the European Patent Office, patent EP2653873 covers the composition and use of dimethyl fumarate at a dose of 480 milligrams per day — Tecfidera’s recommended maintenance dose in the EU — according to
- [A 5-Step Stretching Routine to Boost Energy and Mobility](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/a-5-step-stretching-routine-to-boost-energy-and-mobility/) - Keeping muscles limber is important for healthy movement, avoiding injury, and aging well. Here’s how to get started today.By Jessica Migala - Medically Reviewed by Samuel Mackenzie, MD, PhDThe call to stretch is about far more than getting limber enough to touch your toes. “Stretching can improve hip, pelvic, neck, and shoulder movement
- [Are Mushrooms Magic for MS Patients?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/are-mushrooms-magic-for-ms-patients/) - By Gary Chester June 14, 2022 ``````````````````````````````````Anyone who is health-conscious is typically aware of whether certain foods are heart-healthy. Are they nutritious? Low in fat? Low in salt?Those with MS, or caregivers who often shop and cook for MS patients, should ask an additional question: Does this food have anti-inflammatory
- [Compassionate learning from Chris LaGanke, MD of MS Neurology as he talks about Multiple Sclerosis from his heart](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/compassionate-learning-from-chris-laganke-md-of-ms-neurology-as-he-talks-about-multiple-sclerosis-from-his-heart/) - Event date: April 23, 2022Updates on MS Disease Progression, Symptom Management, New Treatment options and moreHear the preview, the tribute and the awesome details provided Dr. Chris LaGanke, MD of neurology as he provides needed information by ALL affected by MSCLICK the banner above to listen to Dr. LaGanke's compassionate story about MS as he
- [Advances in Progressive Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/advances-in-progressive-multiple-sclerosis/) - AAN Expert Exchange: Advances in Progressive Multiple SclerosisJune 22, 2022 Barry Hendin, MD, Regina Berkovich, MD, PhD, Ahmed Obeidat, MD, PhDA trio of experts in multiple sclerosis exchanges their thoughts on the gains that have been made in the understanding of the progressive phases of the disease. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]CLICK HERE to listen (when page opens,
- [Multiple Sclerosis DMT Waste Is STARTLING, New Study Shows    (View the photo with the waste build-up)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-dmt-waste-is-startling-new-study-shows-view-the-photo-with-the-waste-build-up/) - June 22, 2022 -- by: Alicia BigicaMore than $5.2 million in new, unused DMTs were collected from patients with MS over the course of 1 year—from only 1 neuroimmunologist.Nearly every person with a chronic health condition likely has the same voicemail recording on their phone... “Hello Mr. Smith, it’s your local pharmacy. Your 3-month prescription
- [video:  Neurologist Explains Oligoclonal Bands](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-neurologist-explains-oligoclonal-bands/) - ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Beer Consumption May Be Linked to MS Risk: Meta-analysis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/beer-consumption-may-be-linked-to-ms-risk-meta-analysis/) - Alcohol intake is not significantly associated with an increased risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS), but specifically drinking beer may elevate the risk, according to a recent meta-analysis.The association, however, was limited by a small number of included studies. “Further large-scale prospective studies should be conducted to verify this conclusion,” the researchers wrote.The study, “Alcohol consumption is
- [Participate in Disability Travel Research, Chance to Win Prizes](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/participate-in-disability-travel-research-chance-to-win-prizes/) - From United Spinal Association United Spinal has partnered with one of the country's leading travel industry research companies, MMGY Global, to field a ground-breaking survey profiling travelers with disabilities, specifically those living with mobility impairment. The 15-minute online survey will be open through June 21st to help researchers better understand your valuable perspectives on travel
- [Learn the Truth About PTSD  --- This can happen to anybody...](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/learn-the-truth-about-ptsd-this-can-happen-to-anybody/) - June 2022Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition triggered when someone experiences or witnesses a traumatic event. Symptoms include flashbacks, recurring memories or dreams, and distressing thoughts. PTSD affects 3.6% of the U.S. adult population, but there are widespread misconceptions about the true nature of this condition. Myth #1: PTSD only impacts veterans.
- [Research Opportunity for Individuals Diagnosed with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis!  - A study to evaluate the effects of three diets](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/research-opportunity-for-individuals-diagnosed-with-relapsing-remitting-multiple-sclerosis-a-study-to-evaluate-the-effects-of-three-diets/) - June 2022 Wahls UIHC Clinical Research is recruiting for a new study! You are invited to participate in a research study to evaluate the effects of three diets — Modified Paleolithic Elimination diet, Time Restricted Olive Oil-based Ketogenic diet, and USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans on quality of life, including long term effect on motor and vision
- [An MS Journey - Understanding Aspects of Specialty Pharmacy, Step Therapy & more (renewed from Sept 2019)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/an-ms-journey-understanding-aspects-of-specialty-pharmacy-step-therapy-more-renewed-from-sept-2019/) - Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [video:  Discovering the relationship and causes of Stress with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-discovering-the-relationship-and-causes-of-stress-with-ms/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [MS Views Now Interview with Guest MS Blogger Martin Baum](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-views-now-interview-with-guest-ms-blogger-martin-baum/) - Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [SPEECH Problems in Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/speech-problems-in-multiple-sclerosis/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Does Ocrelizumab Limit Multiple Sclerosis Progression? Current Evidence from Clinical, MRI, and Fluid Biomarkers - PubMed](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/does-ocrelizumab-limit-multiple-sclerosis-progression-current-evidence-from-clinical-mri-and-fluid-biomarkers-pubmed/) - Monica Margoni 1 2, Paolo Preziosa 1 3, Paola Tortorella 4, Massimo Filippi 1 3 5 6 7, Maria A Rocca 8 9 10Affiliations expandPMID: 35668317 DOI: 10.1007/s13311-022-01252-5AbstractMultiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic inflammatory, demyelinating, and neurodegenerative disease affecting the central nervous system, often characterized by the accumulation of irreversible clinical disability over time. In recent years, there has been a dramatic evolution in several key concepts of MS treatment. The demonstration of the effects of
- [Video:  GAIT issues in MS   (Spasticity, Foot Drop, Walking & etc)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-gait-issues-in-ms-spasticity-foot-drop-walking-etc/) - Supported by: Sanofi, Biogen and GenentechVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Boster Video: New MS Medication Class [2022]  (BTK Inhibitors)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/boster-video-new-ms-medication-class-2022-btk-inhibitors/) - Share with as many people as possible as ALL with MS, will benefit from listening to this video Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Video:  Medical Cannabis: Methods of Cannabis Use](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-medical-cannabis-methods-of-cannabis-use/) - Boster's Corner Presents:CLICK the Image to listen with this video concerning an MS Patient and Medical CannabisVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [How Multiple Sclerosis Affects Your Brain](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-multiple-sclerosis-affects-your-brain/) - Medically reviewed by Nancy Hammond, M.D. — Written by Sara Lindberg on February 21, 2022Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an unpredictable and long lasting disease of the central nervous system that disrupts communication between the brain and other parts of the body.How MS originates isn’t entirely known, but many experts believe the body launches an attack
- [Video:   Mental Wellness April Chat on Couples and MS - Recognizing when Counseling May Help](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-mental-wellness-april-chat-on-couples-and-ms-recognizing-when-counseling-may-help/) - Click to watch Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [The first decade of biosimilars – and beyond](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-first-decade-of-biosimilars-and-beyond/) - Information showing is for meds released in recent years and for many still to come.March 2017Ahead of this year’s eyeforpharma conference in Barcelona, Richard Staines speaks to Sandoz’s CEO Richard Francis about the latest developments in biosimilars.Richard Francis, CEO of Novartis’ generics and biosimilars division, Sandoz, says that 2016 was a key year for the
- [Exploring Diversity (Part 2) in the Multiple Sclerosis Community -  Are people of color being represented in Clinical Trials](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/exploring-diversity-part-2-in-the-multiple-sclerosis-community-are-people-of-color-being-represented-in-clinical-trials/) - Listen to the conversations with Sheila L. Thorne, President & CEO of Multicultural Healthcare Marketing Group, LLC and Mitzi Joi Williams, MD, FAAN - an MS Neurologist in this second part of a two part seriesTopics for this segment: • Minority participation in clinical trials• Clinical trials in MS today - Are people of color being represented?•
- [Exploring Diversity in the Multiple Sclerosis Community - part 1   - Good information for ALL to be watching, Learning and sharing](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/exploring-diversity-in-the-multiple-sclerosis-community-part-1-good-information-for-all-to-be-watching-learning-and-sharing/) - Published: May 9, 2022 Listen to the presentations from: Sheila L.Thorne, President & CEO of Multicultural Healthcare Marketing Group, LLC and Mitzi Joi Williams, MD, FAAN - MS Neurologist-- as they have discussions on: • Diversity and differences for People of Color living with MS• Health disparities- The importance of representation of people of color in clinical
- [MS patients treated with rituximab may receive COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-patients-treated-with-rituximab-may-receive-covid-19-vaccine-as-soon-as-possible/) - May 17, 2022Rituximab-treated patients with MS may be vaccinated for COVID-19 as soon as possible, researchers reported in JAMA Network Open.Andreas Tolf, MD, of the department of medical sciences at Uppsala University in Sweden, and colleagues conducted a prospective cohort study from Jan. 21 to Dec. 1, 2021, and analyzed data from 67 participants with planned
- [Identification of four novel T cell autoantigens and personal autoreactive profiles in multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/identification-of-four-novel-t-cell-autoantigens-and-personal-autoreactive-profiles-in-multiple-sclerosis/) - Published by: Science Advances - April 27, 2022AbstractMultiple sclerosis (MS) is an inflammatory disease of the central nervous system (CNS), in which pathological T cells, likely autoimmune, play a key role. Despite its central importance, the autoantigen repertoire remains largely uncharacterized. Using a novel in vitro antigen delivery method combined with the Human Protein Atlas
- [Exploring Diversity in the MS Community - part 1](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/exploring-diversity-in-the-ms-community-part-1/) - Listen to the presentations from Sheila L.Thorne, President & CEO of Multicultural Healthcare Marketing Group, LLC and Mitzi Joi Williams, MD, FAAN - MS Neurologist • Discussions about diversity and differences for people of color living with MS• Health disparities- The importance of representation of people of color in clinical trialsThe Population of "white" people has
- [Multiple Sclerosis Vlog: DIET and MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS  -- Wheelchair Weight Loss?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-vlog-diet-and-multiple-sclerosis-wheelchair-weight-loss/) - LEARN how to lose weight if you have a slow metabolism due to being in a wheelchair or mobility scooter. Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [MS Relapse Rates Drop to Zero Following Stem Cell Transplants — But ‘Risks Are Real,’ Study Says](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-relapse-rates-drop-to-zero-following-stem-cell-transplants-but-risks-are-real-study-says/) - Medically reviewed by Evelyn O. Berman, M.D.KEY TAKEAWAYSPeople with multiple sclerosis (MS) who undergo hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) may reduce their rate of relapse, according to a recent study.Researchers found that annual relapse rates dropped from 1.1 per person to zero following HSCT.The risks of stem cell transplantation were highest among participants with a
- [MS and Migraine: What's the Connection?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-and-migraine-whats-the-connection/) - By Becky Upham -- Reviewed: May 5, 2022Medically Reviewed by Samuel Mackenzie, MD, PhDHeadache isn’t typically a symptom of multiple sclerosis, but recurrent or persistent head pain is worth discussing with your doctor. Getty ImagesA high proportion of people with MS also have migraine. Is it just a coincidence? And if not, what’s the link?Migraine
- [Vitamin D & Omega-3 Fatty Acids Fights Off More Than Autoimmune Disease](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/vitamin-d-omega-3-fatty-acids-fights-off-more-than-autoimmune-disease/) - May 2022Vitamin D is one of the most popular supplements in the U.S. It is excellent for bone strength, heart health, etc. However, Vitamin D deficiency is not talked about enough. Unfortunately, studies show that type 2 diabetes, IBS, and MS are more prevalent in individuals lacking Vitamin D. When looking into the different levels
- [Obstacles to access:  Despite barriers, people of color with MS are speaking up for themselves and their communities.](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/obstacles-to-access-despite-barriers-people-of-color-with-ms-are-speaking-up-for-themselves-and-their-communities/) - by Elaine ShellyPeople of color living with multiple sclerosis (MS) face challenges beyond differences in symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. They also confront issues with lack of access to healthcare and participation in research projects, as well as language and cultural differences. But many people of color are advocating for themselves and their communities to improve
- [Prevalence of MS Among Black People ‘Under-recognized’: Study](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/prevalence-of-ms-among-black-people-under-recognized-study/) - by Lindsey Shapiro PhD | May 5, 2022Rates of multiple sclerosis (MS) were similar among Black and white people, but significantly lower in Hispanics and Asians living in southern California, a study found.These findings contrast with previous studies that have long reported lower MS rates among Black people compared to white people.https://www.nationalmssociety.org/What-is-MS/Who-Gets-MS/MS-in-the-Black-CommunityThose discrepancies might be due to a
- [Four new autoantigens trigger multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/four-new-autoantigens-trigger-multiple-sclerosis/) - Swiss and Swedish researchers have uncovered four previously unknown autoantigens that trigger multiple sclerosis in mice.April 27, 2022 Article SourceDespite considerable progress in the treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS), the disease still often leads to permanent neurological disability. Identifying autoantigens, which are targets of a misdirected immune response within the central nervous system that is
- [The Portable Neuromodulation Stimulator (PoNS) Device for MS-associated Gait Problems Now Available in US](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-portable-neuromodulation-stimulator-pons-device-for-ms-associated-gait-problems-now-available-in-us/) - By Lindsey Shapiro PhD on 04/29/2022The portable neuromodulation stimulator (PoNS) device, which improves walking abilities in people with multiple sclerosis (MS), is now available commercially in the U.S. for patients ages 22 and older who have a prescription from their healthcare provider.The device was approved last year by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA),
- [MS Relapse: 6 Things to Do During a Flare-Up](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-relapse-6-things-to-do-during-a-flare-up/) - Multiple sclerosis (MS) can be unpredictable. About 85 percent of people with MS are diagnosed with relapsing-remitting MS (RRMS), which is characterized by recurring relapses, or flare-ups, that can be triggered by things like fatigue, infections, and illnesses.These relapses can last anywhere from a few days to several months and, depending on their severity, may be disruptive
- [Medical Power of Attorney and Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/medical-power-of-attorney-and-multiple-sclerosis/) - 2022 Article written by: Anastasia Climan Medically reviewed by: Evelyn O. Berman, M.D. Being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) is a life-changing event that can alter the way you think about your future. Dealing with MS symptoms can put life into perspective and bring up issues that you may not have thought about, including how you want to be
- [MS Living Well Podcast: Multiple Sclerosis Biomarkers including Blood Tests - an interview led by Barry Singer, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-living-well-podcast-multiple-sclerosis-biomarkers-including-blood-tests-an-interview-led-by-barry-singer-md/) - April 26, 2022Photo: RawpixelRapid recent advancements have led to blood tests (biomarkers) to track multiple sclerosis disease activity. A biomarker is a something that can be measured to check normal functioning or the impact of a disease. Blood biomarkers are common in medicine to measure response to therapy such as measuring hemoglobin A1c levels for
- [New Study Highlights How Complex Trust in Science and Medicine Is For Black Americans](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/new-study-highlights-how-complex-trust-in-science-and-medicine-is-for-black-americans/) - Black women are most likely to have a negative interaction during care and prefer to see a Black provider.Margo Snipe Apr 14, 2022A majority of Black adults have had at least one negative experience with a health care provider, according to a new report. But young Black women are particularly likely to report a harmful interaction
- [FDA approves drug for adults with generalized myasthenia gravis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/fda-approves-drug-for-adults-with-generalized-myasthenia-gravis/) - April 28, 2022AstraZeneca has announced FDA approval of #Ultomiris, a long-acting C5 complement inhibitor for the treatment of adults with generalized myasthenia gravis.According to a company press release, Ultomiris (ravulizumab-cwvz) was approved for adult patients who are anti-acetylcholine receptor antibody-positive, which represents 80% of people with the disease. It is estimated that generalized myasthenia gravis
- [8 More SPMS Patients Cleared for Foralumab Nasal Spray Treatment](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/8-more-spms-patients-cleared-for-foralumab-nasal-spray-treatment/) - by Marta Figueiredo PhD | April 12, 2022BREAKING NEWSBased on findings from the first two secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (SPMS) patients given foralumab nasal spray, an experimental therapy, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved starting treatment in up to eight other patients under a special access program.Those enrolled in this intermediate-size expanded access program — anticipated
- [Multiple Sclerosis (MS) vs. Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-ms-vs-rheumatoid-arthritis-ra/) - By Angelica Bottaro Published on April 27, 2022 Medically reviewed by Anita C. Chandrasekaran, MD, MPHMultiple sclerosis (MS) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are both autoimmune diseases that develop in similar ways.1 An autoimmune disease occurs when the immune system mistakes healthy cells for foreign pathogens and attacks them. While MS and RA can
- [Coping with MS Back Pain](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/coping-with-ms-back-pain/) - Keeping Back Pain Under Control When You Have MS Are you coping with debilitating back pain related to multiple sclerosis? Learn how medications, exercise, and other treatments can help.Back pain is one of many symptoms associated with MS. A variety of treatments may help alleviate your pain. Keep reading to find out what these are
- [Feel Your Body Move, while doing Chair Pilates :](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/feel-your-body-move-while-doing-chair-pilates/) - April 2022 with Bri Rhea, Pilates Instructor for MS Views and News Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Mental Wellness Chat: MS, Relations, and Communication:](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/mental-wellness-chat-ms-relations-and-communication/) - Learn of upcoming Wellness events by visiting: www.msvn.org Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [The Immune System and MS Forum - "How Lifestyle Choices can Impact Immune Health"](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-immune-system-and-ms-forum-how-lifestyle-choices-can-impact-immune-health/) - Integrative Health, Nutrition, Lifestyle choices and more Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [An 'MS Views NOW' Interview with MS Fitness Specialist Angie Gensler](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/an-ms-views-now-interview-with-ms-fitness-specialist-angie-gensler/) - Listen with @DamianWashington as he interviews Angie Gensler, CFT, MS Warrior, and MS Fitness Specialist as they talk about living with an invisible illness. Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Is My MS Medicine Working? - A Multiple Sclerosis VLog by Aaron Boster, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/is-my-ms-medicine-working-a-multiple-sclerosis-vlog-by-aaron-boster-md/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [MS Views and News "in-person" Multiple Sclerosis educational programs](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-views-and-news-in-person-multiple-sclerosis-educational-programs/) - See listings for each of the "In-Person" MS programs showing below by visiting www.msvn.org Compass to MS Care Rural America and Underserved Communities:May 21st June 18thAugust 1st August 27thSeptember 30th October 25thNovember 19th December 3rd or 10th ----------MS Today:August 13th ----------MS SymposiumNovember 5th - ---------- Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Aging, MS, and the Questions We Need Answered](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/aging-ms-and-the-questions-we-need-answered/) - written by: Cathy Chester - April 20, 2022When I was 22 I was in a serious car accident that landed me in the hospital with a concussion and feet that were suddenly numb. I ignored the loss of sensation.At 27, along with increasing numbness and weakness, I had a few other troubling symptoms. I finally consulted with a neurologist
- [Update on Multiple Sclerosis Molecular Biomarkers to Monitor Treatment Effects](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/update-on-multiple-sclerosis-molecular-biomarkers-to-monitor-treatment-effects/) - ABSTRACTMultiple sclerosis (MS) is an inflammatory and neurodegenerative disease of the central nervous system characterized by broad inter- and intraindividual heterogeneity. The relapse rate, disability progression, and lesion load assessed through MRI are used to detect disease activity and response to treatment. Although it is possible to standardize these characteristics in larger patient groups, so
- [Molecular biomarkers in multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/molecular-biomarkers-in-multiple-sclerosis/) - AbstractMultiple sclerosis (MS) is an inflammatory-neurodegenerative disease of the central nervous system presenting with significant inter- and intraindividual heterogeneity. However, the application of clinical and imaging biomarkers is currently not able to allow individual characterization and prediction. Complementary, molecular biomarkers which are easily quantifiable come from the areas of immunology and neurobiology due to the
- [MS researchers in Buffalo and Boston join forces to understand the most severe, and humbling, cases](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-researchers-in-buffalo-and-boston-join-forces-to-understand-the-most-severe-and-humbling-cases/) - April 21, 2022Scott ScanlonMultiple sclerosis robbed Mary Jo Montani of many abilities late in life.She could barely move. She needed a feeding tube. She couldn’t speak.“She was still cognitively aware and alert,” said her brother, Larry. “She could see things and nod her head, but she effectively lost all her ability to vocalize or communicate
- [‘THE BALL CAME OUT' -  “LIFE FROM THE OTHER SIDE OF THE FIELD” ~ MS Patient Tyler Campbell's, story](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-ball-came-out-life-from-the-other-side-of-the-field-ms-patient-tyler-campbells-story/) - ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~TYLER CAMPELL’S NEW BOOK OPENS A WINDOW INTO THE LIFE OF THE POPULAR INSPIRATIONAL PRESENTER WITH A MOTIVATIONAL STORY CAPABLE OF CHANGING LIVES.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~‘THE BALL CAME OUT' - “LIFE FROM THE OTHER SIDE OF THE FIELD”~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ One of the biggest battles of life that most individuals will fight is to determine where their true purpose in
- [Behavioral Training May Help MS Patients Recognize Facial Expressions](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/behavioral-training-may-help-ms-patients-recognize-facial-expressions/) - April 14, 2022An intervention that involves training to recognize facial expressions, and also mimicking these expressions, may help people with multiple sclerosis (MS) who have trouble recognizing facial affect, according to data from a small clinical trial.These findings were reported in the study “Emotional processing intervention (EMOPRINT): A blinded randomized control trial to treat facial affect recognition
- [What are the Phases of a Clinical Trial?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-are-the-phases-of-a-clinical-trial/) - Clinical trials are conducted in a series of steps, called phases - each phase is designed to answer a separate research question. Phase I: Researchers test a new drug or treatment in a small group of people for the first time to evaluate its safety, determine a safe dosage range, and identify side effects. Phase II: The
- [New Study Confirms the High Costs of MS to Individuals and the U.S. Economy --  ("The Economic Burden of Multiple Sclerosis in the U.S.")](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/new-study-confirms-the-high-costs-of-ms-to-individuals-and-the-u-s-economy-the-economic-burden-of-multiple-sclerosis-in-the-u-s/) - April 13, 2022A new study, commissioned by the National MS Society, shows that for the nearly 1 million people living with MS in the U.S., the average total cost of living with multiple sclerosis is $88,487 per year, underscoring what many people affected by MS know all too well – MS is a highly expensive disease.
- [Join THIS (FACEBOOK)  virtual support group for people who speak Spanish: "Puertorriqueños Unidos por la Esclerosis Múltiple"](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/join-this-facebook-virtual-support-group-for-people-who-speak-spanish-puertorriquenos-unidos-por-la-esclerosis-multiple/) - Join a virtual support group for Spanish speakers Puertorriqueños Unidos por la Esclerosis Múltiple. This group meets every other Thursday 'ONLINE' on Zoom at 7:30pm EST. Email : prunidosporlaem@gmail.com to get the link.Click the above link and "Like" their page --------------------------------------- Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [New Research Finds That, For The First Time Ever, Stem Cell Treatments Improve Disability Status for Multiple Sclerosis Patients With Progressive Disease](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/new-research-finds-that-for-the-first-time-ever-stem-cell-treatments-improve-disability-status-for-multiple-sclerosis-patients-with-progressive-disease/) - Preliminary analysis of FDA-approved study conducted by the Tisch MS Research Centerof New York found that stem cell treatments substantially improved muscle strength and disability scores, particularly among patients with lower levels of disability New York, NY – April 13, 2022 – New research conducted by the Tisch MS Research Center of New York has
- ["Never Drinking Alcohol"  Tied to ‘Significantly’ Higher MS Risk](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/never-drinking-alcohol-tied-to-significantly-higher-ms-risk/) - Not drinking alcohol significantly increases the risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS), especially if a person also is a current or former smoker, according to a new study.These findings add to the knowledge, discovered in multiple previous studies, that alcohol decreases the activity of the immune system. According to the researchers, this may account for the known
- [New Bouts of Depression, Anxiety Linked to Pandemic, US Survey Finds](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/new-bouts-of-depression-anxiety-linked-to-pandemic-us-survey-finds/) - by Marisa Wexler MS | April 11, 2022Many people with multiple sclerosis (MS) report new bouts of depression and anxiety as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, but factors that often influence such mental health concerns were not associated with anxiety or depression in the patient group surveyed for a recent U.S. study.“We found that ‘new’ depression and anxiety appeared
- [$1M Invested in Study on Effects of Childhood-onset MS Over Time](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/1m-invested-in-study-on-effects-of-childhood-onset-ms-over-time/) - About CA$1.35 million ($1.07 million) has been invested in a project that seeks to understand the effects of multiple sclerosis (MS) on a group of people with pediatric-onset disease as they move into adulthood.The three-year investment was from Biogen Canada and Roche Canada — each providing about CA$500,000 (nearly $400,000) — and the Brain Canada Foundation, which is giving around
- [Poorer Sense of Smell Can Be Evident Even in Early Stages of MS, Study Says](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/poorer-sense-of-smell-can-be-evident-even-in-early-stages-of-ms-study-says/) - by Jose Marques Lopes PhD People with multiple sclerosis (MS) can indeed have a poorer-than-usual sense of smell, with problems possibly starting at early diseases stages, a small Turkish study reports.This work supports previous research noting olfactory problems in MS patients. It also argues that longer disease duration and more relapses are associated with greater difficulties, reflecting “more
- [Smell Test Might Help Predict if MS Treatments Are Working](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/smell-test-might-help-predict-if-ms-treatments-are-working/) - A measure of the nose’s sensitivity to smell could be used to detect whether treatments for relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS) are working or not, a new study indicates.The scientists noted that their results need to be validated through further study, but said the findings suggest that a smell test might be “a useful biomarker” for the efficacy
- [Understanding Uhthoff’s Phenomenon:  Overheating with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/understanding-uhthoffs-phenomenon-overheating-with-ms/) - When multiple sclerosis (MS) symptoms worsen from overheating, it’s called Uhthoff’s phenomenon. Learn more about prevention and treatment.Some people with multiple sclerosis (MS) feel their symptoms worsen when they become overheated. When elevated body temperature impairs vision, it’s called Uhthoff’s phenomenon.Uhthoff’s occurs because of damage to the optic nerve due to MS. It interferes with the transmission
- [Learn to recognize and manage the possible symptoms of MS, which range from mild to severe.](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/learn-to-recognize-and-manage-the-possible-symptoms-of-ms-which-range-from-mild-to-severe/) - More common symptomsLess common symptomsSecondary symptoms and the impact of diseaseAdditional resourcesClick above links to read moreMS symptoms are variable and unpredictable. No two people have exactly the same symptoms, and each person’s symptoms can change or fluctuate over time. One person might experience only one or two of the possible symptoms while another person
- [New Data for Genentech’s Ocrevus (Ocrelizumab) Show Benefit in Disability Progression and Cognitive Decline in Both Secondary Progressive and Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/new-data-for-genentechs-ocrevus-ocrelizumab-show-benefit-in-disability-progression-and-cognitive-decline-in-both-secondary-progressive-and-primary-progressive-multiple-sclerosis/) - 75% of patients with secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (SPMS) and primary progressive MS (PPMS) achieved no evidence of progression (NEP) in a one-year interim analysis of CONSONANCE study70% of patients with SPMS and PPMS demonstrated stable or improved cognition after one year of Ocrevus treatment in CONSONANCESeparate analysis on treatment disparities showed fewer Black and
- [Latest updates for diagnosis and management of NMOSD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/latest-updates-for-diagnosis-and-management-of-nmosd/) - In this enduring touchSATELLITE SYMPOSIUM (#ACTRIMS22), Prof. Sean Pittock, Dr Amy Kunchok, and Prof. Dean Wingerchuk share their insights on the diagnosis, treatment and care provision for patients with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD). Take a look as they discuss the latest data for immunotherapies as well as the importance of holistic care
- [About BAFIERTAM™ (monomethyl fumarate) treatment, for Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/about-bafiertam-monomethyl-fumarate-treatment-for-multiple-sclerosis/) - Banner Life Sciences Announces BAFIERTAM, a Novel Oral Fumarate Treatment for Relapsing Forms of Multiple Sclerosis, is available in the U.S. BAFIERTAM is a prescription medicine used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), to include clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease, in adults. It is not known if BAFIERTAM is
- [Survey Alert: What Health Issues are the Highest Research Priorities for Women Living with MS?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/survey-alert-what-health-issues-are-the-highest-research-priorities-for-women-living-with-ms/) - March 29, 2022Recent research pinpointed significant knowledge gaps in the extent to which women’s health issues have been studied in persons with MS. These gaps may leave women with MS and their physicians without the solid evidence needed to help with care decisions. (Read more about these findings.) This important effort is led by Ruth Ann Marrie,
- [Myelin Repair, Progressive MS, Exercise, and Other Research News](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/myelin-repair-progressive-ms-exercise-and-other-research-news/) - October 22, 2021Myelin repair strategies, progressive MS, exercise, and other promising avenues took center stage at the virtual European Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis (ECTRIMS) 2021 meeting, with some 9,000 participants from 100 countries convening to share progress in understanding and treating MS.Anyone can explore the scientific summaries (abstracts) and educational content.Advances were
- [3D Showing of Mayzent Binding to Receptor Could Advance Treatments](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/3d-showing-of-mayzent-binding-to-receptor-could-advance-treatments/) - by Steve Bryson PhD | March 18, 2022For the first time, researchers have brought to light the precise three-dimensional structure of Mayzent (siponimod) as it binds to its molecular target, the sphingosine 1-phosphate receptor 1 (S1P1).These findings are expected to aid in developing next-generation MS therapeutics with better selectivity for S1P1, enhancing their potency while reducing unwanted side effects, the
- [Immune Reaction to Milk Protein May Explain Dairy’s Link to MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/immune-reaction-to-milk-protein-may-explain-dairys-link-to-ms/) - Immune system reaction to casein, a protein in cow’s milk, can trigger an inflammatory neurological disease in mice that’s similar to multiple sclerosis (MS) and includes the loss of myelin, a study reported.“These results identify how consumption of milk and milk products may exacerbate the autoimmune response in MS,” its researchers wrote.The study, “Antibody cross-reactivity between casein and
- [PIPE-307, Aiming to Restore Myelin, Found Safe in Phase 1 Trial](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/pipe-307-aiming-to-restore-myelin-found-safe-in-phase-1-trial/) - PIPE-307, an investigational myelin-restoring medication being developed by Pipeline Therapeutics for the treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS), appears to be safe and well tolerated in healthy adults.The results are from a Phase 1 clinical trial (NCT04725175) that evaluated the safety and tolerability of PIPE-307 in 70 healthy volunteers, ages 18 to 55, at a center
- [An MS Educational Skit (with MS Neuros Thrower & Boster),  that will Help You Learn about The Immune System and Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/an-ms-educational-skit-with-ms-neuros-thrower-boster-that-will-help-you-learn-about-the-immune-system-and-multiple-sclerosis/) - * - Watch https://youtu.be/Xcva0swapuM as Dr. Ben Thrower plays “Multiple Sclerosis (MS)” (the Invader) and Dr. Aaron Boster plays “The Human Body’s Nervous System” (a person with MS)*** "WATCH this event from the Beginning", to understand what these two doctors are doing to make this event understandable to You, the viewer.... This video is
- [Serum GFA Identified as a Biomarker for NMOSD,  sNfL as a Predictor of Poor Post-Attack Outcomes](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/serum-gfa-identified-as-a-biomarker-for-nmosd-snfl-as-a-predictor-of-poor-post-attack-outcomes/) - March 12, 2022A systematic literature review of randomized controlled trials in neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder was performed, with 7 studies identified and 2 used in analyses.Recently published findings suggest that serum glial fibrillary acidic protein (sGFAP) may serve as a biomarker for neuromyelitis optic spectrum disorder (NMOSD), and serum neurofilament light chain (sNfL) may act
- [sNfL May Predict Multiple Sclerosis Disease Activity in Individual Patients](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/snfl-may-predict-multiple-sclerosis-disease-activity-in-individual-patients/) - In the first year of therapy, sNfL concentrations were reduced rapidly in treated patients and decreased only marginally in those who went untreated. Credit: Getty ImagesSerum neurofilament light chain (sNfL) can be used as a biomarker for monitoring treatment efficacy and predicting disease course in individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS), according to study findings published
- [Why Switching MS Medications Was the Right Move for Me](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/why-switching-ms-medications-was-the-right-move-for-me/) - Chelsey Horn, an Atlanta-based writer and actor, shares her journey to finding the right MS treatment for her. I’ll never forget the day I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS). It was my 20th birthday.I was sitting in a coffee shop with a close friend, studying for college midterms. I had just pulled an all-nighter to
- [Hadassah Medical Organization Announces Breakthrough in Stem Cell Treatment for MS and ALS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/hadassah-medical-organization-announces-breakthrough-in-stem-cell-treatment-for-ms-and-als/) - WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2, 2022MEDIA CONTACTAlix Friedmanafriedman@hadassah.org New York, NY – Hadassah Medical Organization announces the first objective evidence that stem cells injected into the central nervous system can improve life for people living with multiple sclerosis and other neurodegenerative diseases. The results of a Phase II trial demonstrate that repeated NG-01 stem cell treatments for these conditions are not
- [Lifestyle Changes to Slow MS Progression](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/lifestyle-changes-to-slow-ms-progression-2/) - MS is a complex disease that impacts the brain and spinal cord.While the exact cause is unknown, experts believe the body’s immune system abnormally attacks the central nervous system causing damage to the myelin. This disrupts communication to and from the brain, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)Trusted Source.Common MS symptoms
- [Multiple Sclerosis Itching: Causes, Treatments, and More](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-itching-causes-treatments-and-more-2/) - OverviewHave you ever felt an itch that just wouldn’t go away, one where the more you scratch, the more it itches? Although itching for no apparent reason may sound like a psychological problem, it’s a very real phenomenon for people with multiple sclerosis (MS).It’s common for people with MS to experience strange sensations (also known as dysesthesias).
- [5 Steps to Take If You’re Unhappy with Your Current MS Treatment](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/5-steps-to-take-if-youre-unhappy-with-your-current-ms-treatment/) - While multiple sclerosis has no cure, many treatments are available that can slow the disease’s progression, control flare-ups, and manage symptoms. Some treatments may work well for you, but others may not. If you’re not satisfied with your current treatment, you might want to try something else.There are many reasons to consider changing treatments. Your
- [How MS Affects Your Brain](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/how-ms-affects-your-brain-2/) - Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an unpredictable and long lasting disease of the central nervous system that disrupts communication between the brain and other parts of the body.How MS originates isn’t entirely known, but many experts believe the body launches an attack on the nerve-insulating myelin. This causes a delay or disruption of messages from the
- [Keto Diet May Help Ease Fatigue and Depression for People with Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/keto-diet-may-help-ease-fatigue-and-depression-for-people-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - The ketogenic, or keto diet, is one that focuses on meats, fats, and non-starchy vegetables.Researchers say the low carb diet may help ease depression and fatigue for people with multiple sclerosis.Other experts say the diet can possibly help with symptoms of an inflammatory disease such as multiple sclerosis, but they say more research is needed.They
- [Parkinson’s vs. Multiple Sclerosis: How They’re Different](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/parkinsons-vs-multiple-sclerosis-how-theyre-different/) - Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis are neurodegenerative diseases that affect your brain and spinal cord.Multiple sclerosis occurs when your immune system attacks cells that cover your nerves. Parkinson’s is caused by the loss of dopamine-producing cells in a part of your brain called the substantia nigra.Keep reading as we look at the similarities and differences
- [Brain Changes Seen After Mild COVID Infection](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/brain-changes-seen-after-mild-covid-infection/) - Tissue damage, brain shrinkage, cognitive decline emerge in longitudinal studyby Judy George, Senior Staff Writer, MedPage Today March 7, 2022Tissue damage and shrinkage in brain areas related to smell were seen months after people had mild SARS-CoV-2 infection, longitudinal data from the U.K. Biobank showed.Compared with controls, people who had mild COVID demonstrated a greater reduction in
- [High Demand for Drug to Prevent Covid in the Vulnerable, Yet Doses Go Unused](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/high-demand-for-drug-to-prevent-covid-in-the-vulnerable-yet-doses-go-unused/) - Sasha Mallett, Sue Taylor and Kimberly Cooley all have immune deficiencies that make them especially vulnerable to COVID-19, and all have tried to get the same thing: a new treatment that can prevent the disease in people who either cannot produce antibodies after receiving a coronavirus vaccine or cannot get vaccinated at all.Cooley, a liver
- [Patient Self-Advocacy, from the ground up](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/patient-self-advocacy-from-the-ground-up/) - Stuart Schlossman is an MS patient as well as president and founder of MS Views and News.MS Views and News (MSVN) is a Grassroots, Non-Profit 501C3, Nationally-based MS Patient Advocacy organization which provides educational programs, advocacy and resources to empower and enhance the quality of life, for the MS community. Join
- [Israeli study: Stem cells may help multiple sclerosis brain ‘repair itself’](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/israeli-study-stem-cells-may-help-multiple-sclerosis-brain-repair-itself/) - Eight of 15 patients who receive NG-01 therapy as spinal injection see better disability scores; inventors say therapy may ‘dramatically improve’ patients’ livesBy NATHAN JEFFAY 1 March 2022 A new Israeli stem cell therapy, intended to make the brain of multiple sclerosis sufferers “repair itself,” has shown promise in a small clinical trial, with several patients experiencing hopeful
- [Rural Life as a Wheelchair User](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/rural-life-as-a-wheelchair-user/) - This story is for everyone who wonders about how wheelchair users live their best lives outside the urban landscape — and for anyone else who likes well-told tales. Editor emeritus and longtime farmer Tim Gilmer offers a colorful and insightful look at the draw, and drawbacks, of rural living for people with mobility disabilities. Read complete
- [#ACTRIMS2022 – Ublituximab Eases Brain Lesions Better Than Aubagio](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/actrims2022-ublituximab-eases-brain-lesions-better-than-aubagio/) - The experimental medication Ublituximab significantly reduces the number of new brain lesions with severe nerve cell degeneration in people with relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS) as compared with Aubagio (teriflunomide), according to new data from the Phase 3 ULTIMATE clinical trials.The findings showed that ublituximab induces a rapid and sustained reduction in the number of B-cells, a type of immune
- [Cannabinoid and endocannabinoid system: a promising therapeutic intervention for multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/cannabinoid-and-endocannabinoid-system-a-promising-therapeutic-intervention-for-multiple-sclerosis/) - Hina Khan 1, Fareeha Khalid Ghori 1, Uzma Ghani 1, Aneela Javed 1, Saadia Zahid 2Affiliations expandPMID: 35182322 DOI: 10.1007/s11033-022-07223-5AbstractMultiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic and complex neurodegenerative disease, distinguished by the presence of lesions in the central nervous system (CNS) due to exacerbated immunological responses that inflict oligodendrocytes and the myelin sheath of axons. In recent years, studies have focused on targeted therapeutics for MS that emphasize
- [Serum neurofilament light chain for individual prognostication of disease activity in people with multiple sclerosis: a retrospective modelling and validation study](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/serum-neurofilament-light-chain-for-individual-prognostication-of-disease-activity-in-people-with-multiple-sclerosis-a-retrospective-modelling-and-validation-study/) - Pascal Benkert 1, Stephanie Meier 2, Sabine Schaedelin 1, Ali Manouchehrinia 3, Özgür Yaldizli 2, Aleksandra Maceski 2, Johanna Oechtering 2, Lutz Achtnichts 4, David Conen 5, Tobias Derfuss 2, Patrice H Lalive 6, Christian Mueller 7, Stefanie Müller 8, Yvonne Naegelin 2, Jorge R Oksenberg 9, Caroline Pot 10, Anke Salmen 11, Eline Willemse
- [Systematic Review of Safety and Efficacy of Second- and Third-Generation CD20-Targeting Biologics in Treating Immune-Mediated Disorders](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/systematic-review-of-safety-and-efficacy-of-second-and-third-generation-cd20-targeting-biologics-in-treating-immune-mediated-disorders/) - Read complete article hereAbstractBackground: B cells can contribute to immune-mediated disorders. Targeting CD20 has proved to be efficacious in several B cell-mediated immunopathologies, as illustrated by the use of rituximab, the first anti-CD20 monoclonal antibody (mAb). Following rituximab, second- and third-generation anti-CD20 mAbs have been developed and tried in immune-mediated diseases, including obinutuzumab, ocrelizumab, ofatumumab, ublituximab,
- [What Happens if Multiple Sclerosis Goes Untreated?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-happens-if-multiple-sclerosis-goes-untreated-2/) - Multiple sclerosis drugs have been proved to reduce relapses. But some with MS still say no to treatment.By Becky Upham Medically Reviewed by Samuel Mackenzie, MD, PhDReviewed: February 14, 2022In active MS, lesions form in the brain and sometimes the spinal cord. Getty ImagesIn many chronic conditions, the way the disease will progress over months
- [Multiple Sclerosis: Fatigue](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-fatigue/) - Fatigue in people with multiple sclerosis is very real, although the reason it occurs is not clear. MS patients may also become fatigued by the presence of sleep disorders or from certain types of medications.How is fatigue related to multiple sclerosis?Fatigue is the most common symptom of multiple sclerosis (MS). It occurs in 75 percent
- [Frequently Asked Questions ( FAQ's ) : Generic, Biologic and Biosimilar - Medications](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/frequently-asked-questions-faqs-generic-biologic-and-biosimilar-medications/) - February 2022What is a generic medication?A generic medication is a product that is equivalent to a brand-name medication whose patent protections have expired.As part of the generic medication approval process, the FDA requires that generics have the same active ingredients, strength, dosage and mode of administration as the brand-name medication, and that they are manufactured according to federal
- [Tevogen Bio™ to Study Potential Use of its T cell Technology in Epstein-Barr Virus and Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tevogen-bio-to-study-potential-use-of-its-t-cell-technology-in-epstein-barr-virus-and-multiple-sclerosis/) - January 20, 2022 04:26 PM Eastern Standard TimeMETUCHEN, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tevogen Bio, a clinical stage biotechnology company specializing in cell and gene therapies in oncology and viral infections, today announced its intention to study its proprietary off-the-shelf T cell technology to develop therapeutic solutions for multiple sclerosis (MS) by developing Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) specific CD8+ cytotoxic
- [Study: DNA Methylation in T-cells Affected by MS and Its Treatments](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/study-dna-methylation-in-t-cells-affected-by-ms-and-its-treatments/) - by Marisa Wexler MS | February 1, 2022 Multiple sclerosis (MS) is characterized by changes in methylation — a type of chemical modification in the DNA that changes how genes are read — in immune cells called T-cells, according to a new study.The results also suggest that treatments for MS can help to normalize methylation
- [Five Stretches You Should Do Every Day, even if you never work-out](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/five-stretches-you-should-do-every-day-even-if-you-never-work-out/) - Popular Science -Rachel FeltmanWe asked experts for the moves everyone should work on. UnsplashStretching can feel like a real hassle, but it really is crucial to preventing injury and maintaining a good range of mobility—especially if you’re engaging in serious weight training. You should always throw some basic stretches into your pre- and post-workout, do
- [12 Types of Doctors Who Help with Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/12-types-of-doctors-who-help-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - Medically reviewed by Seunggu Han, M.D. — Written by June Halper, MSN, APN-C, FAAN, MSCN — Updated on August 5, 2021OverviewMultiple sclerosis (MS) can affect many different parts of the body. Managing it typically involves a team of doctors and healthcare professionals. They will work closely with you to determine the best course of care. An MS
- [Sweden, Like France, OKs Start of Masitinib Trial in Progressive MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/sweden-like-france-oks-start-of-masitinib-trial-in-progressive-ms/) - Feb. 7th, 2022The Swedish Medical Products Agency has approved AB Science’s request to launch in the country a confirmatory Phase 3 clinical trial of its lead candidate masitinib in adults with primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS) and nonactive secondary progressive MS (SPMS).The decision comes on the heels of a similar authorization by the French Health Authority. AB Science expects the upcoming trial to involve 75 sites in
- [Eye Complications Associated With Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/eye-complications-associated-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - Vision problems caused by MS can be frightening, but in many cases they improve over time.By Ingrid Strauch Medically Reviewed by Jason Paul Chua, MD, PhDReviewed: June 28, 2021Eye and vision problems commonly occur among people who have multiple sclerosis (MS), and they're often the first symptom of MS for many people, according to
- [Ice Pick Headaches (Ophthalmodynia Periodica): Causes, Symptoms and Treatmen](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ice-pick-headaches-ophthalmodynia-periodica-causes-symptoms-and-treatmen/) - January 2022Published: January 31, 2022Dr. Juliana VanderPluym of Mayo Clinic discusses ice pick headache, its relationship with migraine, its causes, symptoms and treatments.In terms of the phrases that people often use to describe their headaches, “stabbing” is probably near the top of the list. For people who try searching the internet for answers, this might
- [Adaptive Winter Boots  with easy-on styles..](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/adaptive-winter-boots-with-easy-on-styles/) - SOREL Introduces Its First-Ever Adaptive Winter BootsJanuary 31, 2022 SOREL has partnered with Zappos Adaptive to release easy-on versions of three of its most popular winter boots.The SOREL Explorer Boot Dual Zip for men and Explorer II Joan Dual Zip for women feature waterproof leather outers, microfleece linings for warmth, a rubber sole, and adaptive designs to make it easier to
- [Aaron Boster MD: lists and discusses "every" MS symptom](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/aaron-boster-md-lists-and-discusses-every-ms-symptom/) - Published February 1st, 2022 - by Aaron Boster, MD Click to subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter & events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [What is multiple sclerosis? An expert explains](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-is-multiple-sclerosis-an-expert-explains/) - Learn more from neurologist Oliver Tobin, M.B., B.Ch., B.A.O., Ph.D.for video What is multiple sclerosis? An expert explainsOpen pop-up dialog boxMultiple sclerosis (MS) is a potentially disabling disease of the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system).In MS, the immune system attacks the protective sheath (myelin) that covers nerve fibers and causes communication problems between your
- [EBV and MS: Is Multiple Sclerosis Really ‘Long Mono’?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ebv-and-ms-is-multiple-sclerosis-really-long-mono/) - New research strengthens the connection between the Epstein-Barr virus, the cause of most cases of mononucleosis, and MS.By Trevis Gleason with #EverydayHealth --- Reviewed: January 21, 2022For many years now, researchers have been investigating the possibility that infection with the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), which is part of the human herpesvirus family of infectious diseases, may play
- [COVID May Affect Spinal Fluid, Causing 'Brain Fog,' Study Says](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/covid-may-affect-spinal-fluid-causing-brain-fog-study-says/) - Ralph Ellis - January 21, 2022Editor's note: Find the latest COVID-19 news and guidance in Medscape's Coronavirus Resource Center.A small study may help explain the cause of "brain fog," the lingering mental confusion reported in some people who've had COVID.Researchers at the University of California, San Francisco, found abnormalities in the cerebrospinal fluid -- the
- [January 2022 - This message is geared towards people with MS -  about how to get reimbursement for home tests/get free home tests](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/january-2022-this-message-is-geared-towards-people-with-ms-about-how-to-get-reimbursement-for-home-tests-get-free-home-tests/) - Reimbursing Your At-Home COVID-19 TestsJanuary 24, 2022On January 10, 2022, the Biden Administration issued guidance that required private insurers to reimburse people for up to eight at-home COVID-19 tests per-member, per-month, beginning on January 15. The federal law does not require insurance companies to reimburse for tests purchased before January 15, 2022 and private insurers
- [Legal Information that everybody in a relationship (or not), should have prepared:  Financial Rights and responsibilities](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/legal-information-that-everybody-in-a-relationship-or-not-should-have-prepared-financial-rights-and-responsibilities/) - Caring for the Caregiver - Financial Rights and responsibilities recorded: January 11, 2022 ~~ Listen to the Talk AND the Q&A that follows *** Discussion includes: Wills, Trusts, Advanced Directives, Powers of Attorney, Medical decision documentation, Caregiver information, Guardianship, disability and care coverage, Designating the right people to handle affairs and so much more.Click to Subscribe
- [Bite, Chew, Swallow: How to Deal With Dysphagia When You Have MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/bite-chew-swallow-how-to-deal-with-dysphagia-when-you-have-ms/) - Trouble with swallowing is both frightening and unpleasant, but help is available to make eating and drinking easier.By Becky UphamMedically Reviewed by Jason Paul Chua, MD, PhDReviewed: January 14, 2022Suddenly being unable to swallow is scary, to say the least.“When dysphagia — trouble swallowing — strikes, I can feel my adrenal glands kick in, my eyes widen, and a feeling
- [Could Walking on the Treadmill Have Cognitive Benefits for People With MS?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/could-walking-on-the-treadmill-have-cognitive-benefits-for-people-with-ms/) - Medically reviewed by Evelyn O. Berman, M.D. - Article written by Jocelyn Solis-MoreiraJanuary 2022People with MS working to strengthen cognitive functions, such as learning and memory, may reap greater benefits from walking on a treadmill than from stretching and toning, according to a recent study.Researchers investigated the effects of treadmill-walking on the hippocampus — a critical brain area for cognition
- [When MS Attacks the Spinal Cord](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/when-ms-attacks-the-spinal-cord/) - Spinal cord lesions are more commonly seen in progressive forms of multiple sclerosis, and they can result in an increased risk of disability.By Quinn Phillips Medically Reviewed by Jason Paul Chua, MD, PhD Everyday Health MS lesions on the spinal cord can be seen on an MRI scan, as shown here. Getty ImagesNearly everyone with
- [Head Position During Sleep: Potential Implications for Patients with Neurodegenerative Disease](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/head-position-during-sleep-potential-implications-for-patients-with-neurodegenerative-disease/) - AbstractBackground:The characterization of sleep in those with neurodegenerative disease (NDD) is essential in understanding the potential neurobiological mechanisms that underlie the connection between sleep disruption and NDD manifestations and progression.Objective:Explore the inter-relationships between NDD and age, sex, diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea, snoring, and duration of sleep time with the head in the supine and
- [Hydroxychloroquine May Slow PPMS Progression, Study Shows](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/hydroxychloroquine-may-slow-ppms-progression-study-shows/) - NOTE: Please always speak with your MS healthcare team before making any decisions to try new treatments. ---------------------------------------------Oct 2021The drug hydroxychloroquine may not be a cure for COVID-19, but it appears to slow disability progression in people with primary-progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS), at least according to the results of a small study published on September 30 by the journal Annals of Neurology.In
- [Evusheld for Pre-exposure Prevention of COVID-19 - This prevention medication is strictly for those who are not expected to have adequate immune responses to the vaccine](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/evusheld-for-pre-exposure-prevention-of-covid-19-this-prevention-medication-is-strictly-for-those-who-are-not-expected-to-have-adequate-immune-responses-to-the-vaccine/) - Last updated: December 17, 2021The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized Evusheld (tixagevimab co-packaged with cilgavimab) as a medication to prevent COVID-19 in some individuals age of 12 years and older. This prevention medication is strictly for those who are not expected to have adequate immune responses to the vaccine or who have a
- [COVID-19 Studies Recruiting People with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/covid-19-studies-recruiting-people-with-ms/) - OverviewThe National MS Society is partnering with organizations and supporting research that seeks to understand the impacts of COVID-19 for people living with MS, both in those who have the infection and those who do not. Other studies may address the impact of COVID-19 vaccines in people with MS.Learn more about COVID-19 and MSImpact of
- [Delaying b-cell depleters (Ocrevus, kesimpta, rituximab) increases the chance of getting protective antibodies after covid-19 vaccination](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/delaying-b-cell-depleters-ocrevus-kesimpta-rituximab-increases-the-chance-of-getting-protective-antibodies-after-covid-19-vaccination/) - January 13, 2022Seroconversion following COVID-19 vaccination: Can we optimize protective response in CD20-treated individuals?AbstractAlthough there is an ever-increasing number of disease-modifying treatments for relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS), few appear to influence COVID-19 severity. There is concern about the use of anti-CD20-depleting monoclonal antibodies, due to the apparent increased risk of severe disease following SARS-CoV-2 infection
- [COVID-19 Vaccine Response in People with Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/covid-19-vaccine-response-in-people-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - AbstractObjective: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of disease modifying therapies on immune response to severe acute respiratory syndrome-coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) vaccines in people with multiple sclerosis (MS).Methods: Four hundred seventy-three people with MS provided one or more dried blood spot samples. Information about coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and vaccine history, medical, and
- [Answering Viewers Questions: Highly Effective Multiple Sclerosis Medications](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/answering-viewers-questions-highly-effective-multiple-sclerosis-medications/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Common Epstein-Barr Virus May Play Role in Debilitating Neurological Illness](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/common-epstein-barr-virus-may-play-role-in-debilitating-neurological-illness/) - In a study of members of the Armed Forces, people who developed multiple sclerosis first had Epstein-Barr virus.A colored transmission electron micrograph of Epstein-Barr virus particles, a disease scientists suspect can cause multiple sclerosis.Credit...CNRI/Science Source.By Gina Kolata --- Jan. 13, 2022For decades, researchers have suspected that people infected with an exceedingly common virus, Epstein-Barr, might be
- [Learning about MS Diagnosis & MS Symptoms, plus COVID updates - presented by Aaron Boster, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/learning-about-ms-diagnosis-ms-symptoms-plus-covid-updates-presented-by-aaron-boster-md/) - Watch Dr. Aaron Boster present Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [NMOSD PATIENTS MAY BE HIDDEN WITHIN THE MS POPULATION](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/nmosd-patients-may-be-hidden-within-the-ms-population/) - NMO vs MS - Click: https://bit.ly/3tfnPZSAn accurate diagnosis of NMOSD is critical, as patients with NMOSD have been misdiagnosed with MS1Differential diagnosis of Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder (NMOSD) from multiple sclerosis (MS) is important to individualize treatment.1-3NMOSD PATIENTS MAY BE HIDDEN WITHIN THE MS POPULATIONIn a retrospective study of patients with NMOSD, 42.5% (31/73) with available data were
- [Multiple Sclerosis, Lupus, Low-Dose Naltrexone, and the Hormone Connection](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-lupus-low-dose-naltrexone-and-the-hormone-connection/) - #MS #LUPUS #EPSTEINBARRAccording to the American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association (AARDA) about 50 million Americans have an autoimmune disease and 75% of Americans with autoimmune disease are women. Multiple sclerosis (MS) and lupus are the most common of the more than 100 different autoimmune diseases. Research suggests that low-dose naltrexone (LDN)—and its potential effects on
- [Sex hormones in MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/sex-hormones-in-ms/) - Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that does not affect men and women equally, with three times more women than men diagnosed in Australia and the number of women with MS on the rise in most countries around the world.In fact, women are more commonly affected by autoimmune diseases generally. Women tend to develop MS earlier and have more frequent relapses, while
- [What’s the Link Between Hormones and MS?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/whats-the-link-between-hormones-and-ms/) - By Sharon Liao Medically Reviewed by Christopher Melinosky, MD on July 23, 2020Researchers aren’t sure exactly what causes multiple sclerosis. An area of their interest is hormones, which act as messengers in the body to influence everything from your moods, hunger, growth, and sex drive.Studies show hormones may also affect how MS plays out in your body, how much damage
- [New MRI Technique Might Help Spot MS Sooner](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/new-mri-technique-might-help-spot-ms-sooner/) - January 7, 2022Researchers in Austria say a new MRI technique may lead to faster diagnosis and treatment for people with multiple sclerosis.The technique can detect biochemical changes in the brains of people with MS early in their disease, according to findings published Jan. 4 in the journal Radiology.“MRI of neurochemicals enables the detection of changes
- [Novartis announces U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) upholds validity of Gilenya® (fingolimod) dosage regimen patent](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/novartis-announces-u-s-court-of-appeals-for-the-federal-circuit-cafc-upholds-validity-of-gilenya-fingolimod-dosage-regimen-patent/) - January 4, 2022 --- Basel, January 4, 2022 — Today, Novartis announced that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) issued its decision upholding the validity of US Patent No. 9,187,405 covering a dosing regimen for Gilenya. In August 2020, the U.S. Federal District Court for the District of Delaware issued a favorable decision in
- [Talking to Little Kids About MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/talking-to-little-kids-about-ms/) - Explaining MS --- January 2022 A Blog written by an MS patient with kids Here is my biggest parenting beef with MS. It changes too much.Now, I don't mean how it changes my life or parenting style. I mean how I can be "okay-ish" one minute and later I can be "not-okay" If it is hard for me to
- [What is:  Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder  (NMOSD / NMO)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-is-neuromyelitis-optica-spectrum-disorder-nmosd-nmo/) - Synonyms of Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder(Asian, Japanese) opticospinal MSDevic diseaseDevic syndromeoptic neuromyelitisopticomyelitisNMOSDSubdivisions of Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum DisorderNMOSD with aquaporin-4 antibodiesNMOSD without aquaporin-4 antibodies (or not tested)General DiscussionNeuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD), also known as Devic disease, is a chronic disorder of the brain and spinal cord dominated by inflammation of the optic nerve (optic neuritis)
- [Boster's MS Corner:  Functional Brain Reserve in Multiple Sclerosis [it's not too late to act!]](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/bosters-ms-corner-functional-brain-reserve-in-multiple-sclerosis-its-not-too-late-to-act/) - January 3, 2022 - In this video, @AaronBosterMD teaches you about Function Reserve, or Brain Reserve, in Multiple Sclerosis. Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational eventsLearn how brain volume loss in MS relates to shrinking functional reserve. Listen to the end of the video, when Dr. Boster, shares 5 tips
- [New Immune Target: New MS Treatment? -  Decoding the Immune System](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/new-immune-target-new-ms-treatment-decoding-the-immune-system/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [MS Patient's Voices interview with MS advocate, Cathy Chester](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-patients-voices-interview-with-ms-advocate-cathy-chester/) - Listen with to this interview with Author: Cathy Chester - An Empowered Spirit / MS Patient Advocate. To listen, click the video Click here to learn of our future educational programs and e-Newsletters========================== Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Higher MS Genetic Risk Linked to Disease Onset at Younger Ages - Multiple Sclerosis News Today](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/higher-ms-genetic-risk-linked-to-disease-onset-at-younger-ages-multiple-sclerosis-news-today/) - by Margarida Maia PhD | December 21, 2021People with a higher genetic risk for multiple sclerosis (MS) are significantly more likely to develop the disease at an earlier age, a large study found.People with a higher genetic risk for multiple sclerosis (MS) are significantly more likely to develop the disease at an earlier age, a large study
- [Kids who get more sunlight may have lower risk for MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/kids-who-get-more-sunlight-may-have-lower-risk-for-ms/) - December 15, 2021Increased sunlight exposure may offer significant protection against development of pediatric MS, according to study results published in Neurology.“MS etiology is understood to be a combination of genetic predisposition, infectious exposures and other environmental and behavioral risk factors,” Prince Sebastian, PhB, of the Australian National University Medical School, and colleagues wrote. “In particular,
- [Myasthenia Gravis Fact Sheet](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/myasthenia-gravis-fact-sheet/) - What is myasthenia gravis?Myasthenia gravis is a chronic autoimmune, neuromuscular disease that causes weakness in the skeletal muscles that worsens after periods of activity and improves after periods of rest. These muscles are responsible for functions involving breathing and moving parts of the body, including the arms and legs.The name myasthenia gravis, which is Latin
- [MEDICAL UPDATE : FDA approves Vyvgart for treatment of myasthenia gravis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/medical-update-fda-approves-vyvgart-for-treatment-of-myasthenia-gravis/) - December 2021The FDA announced the approval of Vygart for treatment of the chronic autoimmune, neuromusucal disease myasthenia gravis in adults who are positive for acetylcholine receptor antibody positive adults.The approval of the investigational antibody fragment designed to target the neonatal Fc receptor is the first for the new drug class, according to a press release.“There
- [Ask the expert: spasticity and spasms](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ask-the-expert-spasticity-and-spasms/) - Have you ever experienced muscle stiffness or a heavy feeling in your muscles which makes them difficult to move? Or perhaps one of your muscles has suddenly stiffened causing your arm or leg to kick out or jerk towards your body? These symptoms are known as spasticity and spasms – they’re a common symptom of
- [Learn more about Sleep issues with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/learn-more-about-sleep-issues-with-ms/) - Compiled by Stuart S. - December 19, 2021 www.sleepadvisor.org Does having MS affect your sleep?Unfortunately, more than half of people with MS experience difficulty sleeping. Inadequate sleep leads to fatigue, the most common and one of the most debilitating symptoms of MS. It also causes daytime drowsiness, lack of
- [Adaptive Tools to Enhance Your Sex Life - (RATED R) -](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/adaptive-tools-to-enhance-your-sex-life-rated-r/) - December 1, 2021 by Emily Rose YatesNote: Sexual issues is a huge concern for many living with, or affected by MS, which is why I wanted to provide this article. Please do not read if you get easily offended by this topic.===================== Emily Rose Yates is an accessibility consultant, journalist and pink hair enthusiast living
- [Pregnancy Poses Challenges to MS Management, Review Study Shows](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/pregnancy-poses-challenges-to-ms-management-review-study-shows/) - Women with multiple sclerosis (MS) who receive high-efficacy disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) before conception have a greater risk of relapses and disability progression during pregnancy than those given moderate-efficacy or no DMTs, according to a systematic review of studies.Exclusive breastfeeding for at least two to four months, however, was associated with a significantly lower risk of relapses after delivery.The findings
- [Study: Anti-CD20 Therapies, Gilenya Lower Efficacy of COVID-19 Vaccines](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/study-anti-cd20-therapies-gilenya-lower-efficacy-of-covid-19-vaccines/) - Certain treatments for multiple sclerosis (MS) — specifically, anti-CD20 antibody therapies and Gilenya (fingolimod) — are likely to reduce the effectiveness of vaccines for COVID-19, according to a new study.“Highlighting groups who have mounted an inadequate vaccine response has already been helpful in guiding who should receive additional doses of the vaccine, and who may need to continue to
- [Researchers explore efficacy of methylphenidate for mental fatigue in multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/researchers-explore-efficacy-of-methylphenidate-for-mental-fatigue-in-multiple-sclerosis/) - By Kessler FoundationCredit: CCO Public DomainA team of researchers at Kessler Foundation studied the effects of methylphenidate on mental fatigue in individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS). This is the first study to examine the psychostimulant's effects on 'state' vs 'trait' mental fatigue in MS. The article, "Methylphenidate may improve mental fatigue in individual with multiple
- [Insomnia in Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/insomnia-in-multiple-sclerosis/) - Insomnia is a common symptom of multiple sclerosis (MS), one that can significantly interfere with your quality of life by contributing to daytime fatigue and low energy. Rather than being separate issues, many experts believe that sleep-related disorders are direct consequences of the physical and emotional burden commonly experienced by people with the disease.One study reported that the rate
- [Making a difference for the MS Community ....](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/making-a-difference-for-the-ms-community/) - ____________________________________ It's never too late to make a difference!As we reflect, we recognize that where we are today would not have been possible without your generous support. By providing
- [Health Inequities in Access to Care for Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders Here's What's Known and What's Left to Learn](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/health-inequities-in-access-to-care-for-multiple-sclerosis-and-related-disorders-heres-whats-known-and-whats-left-to-learn/) - By Gina Shaw - December 16, 2021Article In BriefA review found a paucity of studies that look in depth at the social determinants of health that impact disparities and inequities of care for multiple sclerosis for Black, Brown, Latino and Hispanic people. Experts in health care disparities and MS offered practical tips to help neurologists address
- [TG Therapeutics Announces FDA Acceptance of Biologics License Application for Ublituximab as a Treatment for Patients with Relapsing Forms of Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tg-therapeutics-announces-fda-acceptance-of-biologics-license-application-for-ublituximab-as-a-treatment-for-patients-with-relapsing-forms-of-multiple-sclerosis/) - December 14, 2021 (Globe Newswire)Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) goal date of September 28, 2022TG Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: TGTX) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted the Biologics License Application (BLA) for ublituximab, the Company's investigational glycoengineered anti-CD20 monoclonal antibody, as a treatment for patients with relapsing forms of
- [COVID-19 Vaccine Reactions in People with MS Similar to General Population, Says New Society-Funded Study](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/covid-19-vaccine-reactions-in-people-with-ms-similar-to-general-population-says-new-society-funded-study/) - November 17, 2021Surveys of hundreds of people with MS enrolled in the iConquerMS network reveal that reactions to COVID-19 vaccine doses are similar to those experienced in the general population. People on certain disease-modifying therapies were less likely to experience reactions. This study adds to growing research on the safety of COVID-19 vaccination for people
- [Researchers Identify Subset of Immune Cells Driving MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/researchers-identify-subset-of-immune-cells-driving-ms/) - by Marta Figueiredo PhD | December 10, 2021A new subset of type 3 innate lymphoid cells (ILC3s) — a type of immune cell known mostly for its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects in the gut — infiltrates the brain and promotes the abnormal immune attacks that drive multiple sclerosis (MS), according to a study in a mouse model
- [Monday Mantras with Megan](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/monday-mantras-with-megan/) - “Monday Mantras with Megan is a weekly online mindfulness series that begins January 3, 2022 (or any time thereafter). It’s approachable, lighthearted, and a great entry point to mindfulness and meditation. Learn more at mondaymantraswithmegan.com Use code MSVN22 to receive 50% off the subscription, and Megan will donate half of those proceeds back to MS Views!”Get
- [Smoking, Most DMTs Not Associated With Severe COVID-19 in Patients With MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/smoking-most-dmts-not-associated-with-severe-covid-19-in-patients-with-ms/) - December 11, 2021 by Skylar JeremiasAlthough obesity, diabetes, and certain comorbidities were all detected as risk factors for severe COVID-19 among people with multiple sclerosis (MS), other long-suspected risk factors, such as smoking and use of most disease-modifying therapies (DMTs), were not.Smoking and use of most disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) were not among the
- [An interpretable machine learning model to explain the interplay between brain lesions and cortical atrophy in multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/an-interpretable-machine-learning-model-to-explain-the-interplay-between-brain-lesions-and-cortical-atrophy-in-multiple-sclerosis/) - ============================By DocWire News - Featured Reading - December 11, 2021Annu Int Conf IEEE Eng Med Biol Soc. 2021 Nov;2021:3757-3760. doi: 10.1109/EMBC46164.2021.9629526.ABSTRACTMultiple Sclerosis (MS) is the most common cause, (after trauma) of neurological disability in young adults in Western countries. While several Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) studies have demonstrated a strong association between the presence of cortical
- [Study examines the roles of microglia and monocytes in myelin destruction in patients with early multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/study-examines-the-roles-of-microglia-and-monocytes-in-myelin-destruction-in-patients-with-early-multiple-sclerosis/) - Multiple Sclerosis: Microglia, Monocytes, and Macrophage-Mediated DemyelinationJohn W Prineas 1, John D E Parratt 2PMID: 34553215 PMCID: PMC8557350 DOI: 10.1093/jnen/nlab083AbstractThis study examined the roles of microglia and monocytes in myelin destruction in patients with early multiple sclerosis (MS). Twenty-two cases were studied; the clinical duration was
- [Stem Cell Transplant Induces Multiple Sclerosis Remission](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/stem-cell-transplant-induces-multiple-sclerosis-remission/) - At a GlanceImmunosuppressive therapy followed by stem cell transplantation induced remission of a common form of multiple sclerosis (MS) over a 5-year follow-up period.Researchers are continuing to assess the benefits and risks of the experimental therapy.Multiple sclerosis causes damage to the brain and nerve fibers. yodiyim/iStock/Thinkstock.MS is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks
- [Brain Scans Reveal Marker for Severe MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/brain-scans-reveal-marker-for-severe-ms/) - At a GlanceResearchers found that dark rimmed spots on the brain may be a hallmark of more aggressive and disabling forms of multiple sclerosis.The findings suggest that targeting the brain’s unique immune system may be an avenue to explore for new disease treatments.The ability to detect aggressive forms of MS would enable researchers to test
- [A cellular map of brain lesions in multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/a-cellular-map-of-brain-lesions-in-multiple-sclerosis/) - At a GlanceResearchers created a detailed map of cells in the expanding lesions involved in more disabling forms of multiple sclerosis.The findings reveal potential new therapeutic targets for progressive disease.Researchers used single-cell RNA sequencing to map the cells found at the edges of chronic MS lesions. Reich lab, NIH/NINDSMultiple sclerosis (MS) is a long-lasting condition that
- [mRNA COVID-19 vaccines effective in patients with MS on disease-modifying therapies](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/mrna-covid-19-vaccines-effective-in-patients-with-ms-on-disease-modifying-therapies/) - December 3, 2021Messenger RNA COVID-19 vaccination was effective among most patients with MS who used various disease-modifying therapies, according to study results published in Neurology.However, the extent of protection appeared to differ based on the medication used.Source: Adobe Stock“Our study aimed to focus on patients with MS, representatives of part of the population with an
- [FDA approves Cortrophin Gel for rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/fda-approves-cortrophin-gel-for-rheumatoid-arthritis-multiple-sclerosis/) - November 2021The FDA has approved a supplemental new drug application for ANI Pharmaceutical’s Cortrophin Gel to treat rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis and certain other autoimmune diseases, according to a company press release.The FDA decision clears the way for the adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), also known as purified corticotropin, to reenter the U.S. market for the first
- [Relapse comparable among common DMTs for MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/relapse-comparable-among-common-dmts-for-ms/) - Dimethyl fumarate and fingolimod appeared to have no significant difference in relapse rates, and rituximab appeared to have better relapse outcomes than natalizumab in patients with MS, according to results published in JAMA Network Open.“The [MS] treatment landscape has changed considerably because of the growing number of approved disease-modifying therapies (DMTs),” Jue Hou, PhD, of
- [Timing of rituximab infusion not tied to risk for COVID-19 hospitalization](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/timing-of-rituximab-infusion-not-tied-to-risk-for-covid-19-hospitalization/) - December 6, 2021The timing of rituximab infusion or cumulative lifetime rituximab dose did not appear statistically significantly associated with risk for hospitalization for COVID-19 among patients with MS who received the drug before getting COVID-19.However, researchers noted limited power of the study in which these results were reported.“Rituximab therapy has been associated with more severe
- [What are the different kinds of Multiple sclerosis pain?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-are-the-different-kinds-of-multiple-sclerosis-pain/) - Special to Gulf News Understanding and being able to communicate the different types of pain is keyIf you’re reading this as someone living with MS, then we doubt that we need to tell you that pain and discomfort are difficult, often unavoidable parts of living with the condition. Many people with Multiple Sclerosis experience pain, and
- [What Causes MS?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-causes-ms/) - OverviewThe cause of MS is not known. Scientists believe MS is triggered by a combination of factors. To identify the cause, research is ongoing in areas of:immunology (the study of the body’s immune system)epidemiology (the study of disease patterns in large groups of people)genetics (understanding the genes that may not be functioning correctly in people who develop MS)infectious
- [Video:    Lean into Life's Turns, while living with Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-lean-into-lifes-turns-while-living-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - Listen to MS Patient Paul Pelland's motivational story, involving his motorcycle and MS Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Managing MS -   A Roadmap to Navigate Multiple Sclerosis, by Debbie Petrina](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/managing-ms-a-roadmap-to-navigate-multiple-sclerosis-by-debbie-petrina/) - It’s done! The second edition of my book Managing MS is out, and I would love for you to read it. This edition is updated and enhanced—it’s amazing how much has changed and happened in ten years. As in the past, my mission is to continue educating anyone dealing with MS in an easy, uncomplicated way. In
- [Results of International Mesenchymal Stem Cell Trial Suggest No Benefits Against Inflammation in Active MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/results-of-international-mesenchymal-stem-cell-trial-suggest-no-benefits-against-inflammation-in-active-ms/) - November 4, 2021Results have been published from a phase 2 clinical trial conducted at 15 sites in 9 countries, testing the ability of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) to reduce new inflammation seen on MRI brain scans of people with relapsing. The procedure was found to be safe, but it did not reduce the risk of active brain
- [Teriflunomide Study in Kids with MS Does Not Meet Primary Endpoint, But Reduces MRI Activity](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/teriflunomide-study-in-kids-with-ms-does-not-meet-primary-endpoint-but-reduces-mri-activity/) - November 29, 2021--Do We Need Different Ways to Measure Treatment Effectiveness in Children with MS?In a recently published study of 155 children and teens with MS, teriflunomide (Aubagio®, Sanofi Genzyme) did not reduce the time to a relapse significantly more than placebo, the primary endpoint of the study. However, teriflunomide did reduce disease activity on
- [Siponimod’s Efficacy on Secondary Progressive MS in Older age groups](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/siponimods-efficacy-on-secondary-progressive-ms-in-older-age-groups/) - October 28, 2021 - Le Hua, MDranscript below.Le Hua, MD: The original EXPAND study had been presented, so we wanted to look at a subgroup analysis of those who were younger than 50 [years] and older than 50 [years]. This is a follow-up study. We’ve looked at young age differences before, using 45 [years] as
- [6 Hand Exercises for Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/6-hand-exercises-for-multiple-sclerosis/) - These simple, functional exercises can help you stretch and strengthen your hands in order to continue to independently perform everyday activities.By Beth W. Orenstein Medically Reviewed by Jason Paul Chua, MD, PhDExercising your hands can help you improve range of motion, relieve stiffness, and alleviate numbness.Getty Images; Everyday HealthNumbness or tingling
- [Video:  Cognitive Changes in MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-cognitive-changes-in-ms/) - program date: November 17, 2021Listen with Dr. Rick Harris as he meticulously discusses this important topic #Memory #Cognition #Processing #MS #MultipleSclerosisClick to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Video:  MS Disease Progression / The Leaky pool model and MS  ---- Plus  COVID19 Vaccine updates](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-ms-disease-progression-the-leaky-pool-model-and-ms-plus-covid19-vaccine-updates/) - WATCH MS NEUROLOGIST STEPHEN KRIEGER, MD, as he expertly discusses MS Disease progression, The Leaky Pool Theory and so much more. Plus listen to his talk on Covid-19 as it relates to the MS Community and about his Covid-Deployment at Mt. Sinai Hospital in Manhattan An awesome Q&A follows Dr. Krieger's presentation. This educational Program was supported
- [Ocrelizumab Data Go Against Traditional Conceptions of Wearing Off Effect](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ocrelizumab-data-go-against-traditional-conceptions-of-wearing-off-effect/) - November 18, 2021 - Marco MeglioIlya Kister, MD, professor of neurology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, discussed his surprising results from ECTRIMS, which found no evidence of wearing off with ocrelizumab (Ocrevus; Genentech).For years, there has been ongoing debate as to whether disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) prescribed for patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) have a “wearing-off”
- [Are You Prepared for a Fall?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/are-you-prepared-for-a-fall/) - An MS Patient's story -- by Jennifer (Jenn) Powell I sit amid the flood of carpet stain remover. My left leg is elongated as my right leg is at a jackknife. The cool of the fluid penetrates my sweats. Shock dissipates into pain. I try to move, but pain sears down toward my tailbone.I sit in the dark
- [Next Time, Ask Me Why I Need an Accessible Parking Placard](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/next-time-ask-me-why-i-need-an-accessible-parking-placard/) - by Jennifer (Jenn) Powell | August 12, 2021 To the person who left the note on my windshield:I wish you would have asked. I would have told you that I have secondary progressive multiple sclerosis, a neurological disease that impairs my ability to walk. My MS has worsened over time and will continue to progress.
- [11 Mental Tricks to Stop Overthinking Everything](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/11-mental-tricks-to-stop-overthinking-everything/) - I am posting this article because, well, I hardly ever sleep, as My brain is too busy thinking ~~~ Says: Stuart Schlossman - (Patient advocate for MS community)Read when you’ve got time to spare. Being a leader requires confidence, decisiveness, and quick thinking--none of which are served
- [New Research Study Investigates Earliest Predictors of MS Across Diverse Groups to Identify People At-Risk of Worse Disability Outcomes](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/new-research-study-investigates-earliest-predictors-of-ms-across-diverse-groups-to-identify-people-at-risk-of-worse-disability-outcomes/) - MS Society of Canada partners with National MS Society to support a Canadian-led study investigating the MS prodromeTORONTO, Nov. 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada (MS Society) is proud to announce a partnership with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS) to support a study that aims to understand the “MS
- [2021 MS Symposium Event Journal Handout](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/2021-ms-symposium-event-journal-handout/) - Click image to reveal The Presenters, resources and supporters of the 2021 MS SymposiumDonations are requested to help us to provide MS educational programsPlease click here to learn more~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Never Drinking Alcohol Tied to ‘Significantly’ Higher MS Risk](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/never-drinking-alcohol-tied-to-significantly-higher-ms-risk-2/) - by Marisa Wexler MS | November 2, 2021Not drinking alcohol significantly increases the risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS), especially if a person is also a current or former smoker, according to a new study.These findings add to the knowledge, discovered in multiple previous studies, that alcohol decreases the activity of the immune system. According to the researchers, this may
- [Resourceful Links to MS Medications, Pharmaceutical-Patient Resources and MS Organizations](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/resourceful-links-to-ms-medications-pharmaceutical-patient-resources-and-ms-organizations/) - Valuable information on Multiple Sclerosis can be found on the internet. However not all, is from reliable sources. Use the links found on this page as a Valuable guide to Multiple Sclerosis resources. Also, your doctors may have better options for information.Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational events Visit our MS Learning Channel
- [Video: Diversity and Inclusion in Research - Presented by Dr. Mitzi Joi  Williams, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-diversity-and-inclusion-in-research-presented-by-dr-mitzi-joi-williams-md/) - October 2021Are you aware of the severe lack of diversity in clinical research? Do you know how this affects certain populations when the products and prescriptions don't include US in their trials?Waiting embed code for outside of Facebook Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS educational eventsVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube:
- [Video: Three common bladder mistakes people with MS make  - presented by Aaron Boster, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-three-common-bladder-mistakes-people-with-ms-make-presented-by-aaron-boster-md/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS education Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Genentech to Present New Data on Ocrevus (ocrelizumab) in Multiple Sclerosis and Enspryng (satralizumab-mwge) in Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder at ECTRIMS 2021](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/genentech-to-present-new-data-on-ocrevus-ocrelizumab-in-multiple-sclerosis-and-enspryng-satralizumab-mwge-in-neuromyelitis-optica-spectrum-disorder-at-ectrims-2021/) - Ocrevus data to show sustained reduction in disability progression through 8 years for primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS) and 7.5 years for relapsing MS (RMS)Long-term safety analysis of all clinical trials will reinforce the consistently favorable benefit-risk profile of OcrevusEnspryng data to show efficacy and safety sustained over four years of treatment for people living
- [Why is Multiple Sclerosis SO expensive?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/why-is-multiple-sclerosis-so-expensive/) - Click to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and MS News Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [MS Views and News (MSVN) Continues Making an IMPACT on Those, Affected by MS (Patients and Caregivers)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-views-and-news-msvn-continues-making-an-impact-on-those-affected-by-ms-patients-and-caregivers/) - MS Views and News (MSVN) is a Grassroots, Non-Profit 501C3, Nationally-based MS Patient Advocacy organization which provides educational programs, advocacy and resources to empower and enhance the quality of life, for the MS community. Whether in metropolitan communities, suburbia or Rural America, we want those needing information about Multiple Sclerosis, to have access. MS Views and News is dedicated to
- [T20K Combo Shows Promise in MS Preclinical Studies](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/t20k-combo-shows-promise-in-ms-preclinical-studies/) - New preclinical data continues to support the potential of Cyxone’s investigational plant-derived peptide T20K for the treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS).In a collaboration with its academic partner, the Medical University of Vienna, Cyxone has shown that a combination of T20K plus an activator of the kappa opioid receptor (kappa OR) has greater benefits than any treatment alone at preventing disease
- [Promising Neuroimaging Biomarkers for Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/promising-neuroimaging-biomarkers-for-multiple-sclerosis/) - October 27, 2021 - By David Li, MD, FRCPC“Another aspect of imaging which there is a lot of excitement about are some of the advanced measures. Several of my colleagues at [University of British Columbia] have been working on myelin-related measures of MR, which will allow us to look at myelin content, but more importantly, see
- [What is Lupus?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-is-lupus/) - Lupus is a chronic (long-term) disease that can cause inflammation and pain in any part of your body. It’s an autoimmune disease, which means that your immune system — the body system that usually fights infections — attacks healthy tissue instead.READ MORE hereVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Connecting patients, caregivers, and doctors in the gMG community](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/connecting-patients-caregivers-and-doctors-in-the-gmg-community/) - Ask questions and gather information about generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG) at a free webinar or in-person event. These events are open to patients and their caregivers in the United States.To Learn More, click: https://alexiongmgevents.com/@alexionVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Unraveling the substrates of cognitive impairment in multiple sclerosis: A multiparametric structural and functional magnetic resonance imaging study](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/unraveling-the-substrates-of-cognitive-impairment-in-multiple-sclerosis-a-multiparametric-structural-and-functional-magnetic-resonance-imaging-study/) - Lorenzo Conti 1, Paolo Preziosa 1 2, Alessandro Meani 1, Elisabetta Pagani 1, Paola Valsasina 1, Olga Marchesi 1, Carmen Vizzino 1, Maria A Rocca 1 2 3, Massimo Filippi 1 2 3 4 5PMID: 34255918 DOI: 10.1111/ene.15023PubMedAbstractBackground: Cognitive impairment frequently affects multiple sclerosis (MS) patients. However, its neuroanatomical correlates still need to be fully explored. We investigated the contribution of structural and functional magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) abnormalities in explaining cognitive impairment in MS.Methods: Brain dual-echo, diffusion tensor, 3D T1-weighted and resting-state (RS)
- [Evaluate the efficacy and safety of alemtuzumab in CARE-MS II patients over 10 years](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/evaluate-the-efficacy-and-safety-of-alemtuzumab-in-care-ms-ii-patients-over-10-years/) - Knowing what MS can do to people and seeing these results who wouldn’t want to be treated with, or at least offered the option of being treated with, alemtuzumab or another IRT when they are diagnosed? Giovannoni et al. Early treatment with alemtuzumab maintains its efficacy on clinical and MRI disease activity outcomes, including slowing of
- [Study Explores Link Between MS and Bowel Dysfunction](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/study-explores-link-between-ms-and-bowel-dysfunction/) - The authors of a recent study reviewed the Neurogenic Bowel Dysfunction scores of 1,100 participants across nine multiple sclerosis (MS) centers in Italy.Researchers found a “relatively high prevalence” of moderate to severe bowel dysfunction among the study participants.Researchers recommend health care providers proactively screen people with MS for symptoms of neurogenic bowel dysfunction.Results from a new
- [Majority of People With MS Report Communication Changes](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/majority-of-people-with-ms-report-communication-changes/) - A new study investigates the impact of communication changes in the lives of people with multiple sclerosis (MS).The majority of study participants with MS indicated they have experienced issues with language and verbal communication since being diagnosed with the condition.The study’s authors call for more awareness about the option of speech-language pathology services for those
- [1 Year of Ocrevus Not Linked to Higher Risk of Brain Infection PML](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/1-year-of-ocrevus-not-linked-to-higher-risk-of-brain-infection-pml/) - By Steve Bryson PhD on Oct 07, 2021One year of Ocrevus (ocrelizumab) treatment does not increase the risk for a rare brain infection — called progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML) — in people with multiple sclerosis (MS), a study suggests.The study, “Risk Assessment of Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy in Multiple Sclerosis Patients during 1 Year of Ocrelizumab Treatment,” was published in
- [Depression worsens vascular, mortality outcomes in MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/depression-worsens-vascular-mortality-outcomes-in-ms/) - September 13, 2021Depression appeared to increase risk for incident vascular disease and mortality among individuals with MS, according to results of a population-based retrospective matched cohort study published in Neurology.“In the general population, depression is associated with a 30% increased relative risk of developing vascular disease and a 70% increased relative risk of all-cause mortality,” Raffaele Palladino,
- [Newer MS diagnostic criteria show ‘prognostic improvement’](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/newer-ms-diagnostic-criteria-show-prognostic-improvement/) - September 27, 2021Researchers observed a continuous decrease in the time to MS diagnosis and treatment initiation across diagnostic criteria periods during the past 25 years, according to results of a retrospective study published in Neurology.“The establishment of different MS criteria over the last decades has enabled diagnosing patients in earlier stages of the disease, thereby
- [Rituximab, ocrelizumab pose risks in patients with MS and COVID-19](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/rituximab-ocrelizumab-pose-risks-in-patients-with-ms-and-covid-19/) - October 07, 2021Rituximab and ocrelizumab appeared to increase risk for adverse outcomes among patients with MS and COVID-19, according to study results published in Neurology.A prior study suggested disease-modifying therapies that involve immunomodulation or immunosuppression for treating MS may increase susceptibility. Other studies showed patients treated with rituximab or ocrelizumab had increased risk for severe
- [Research News: Hospital Visits for People With MS Rise as Temperatures Increase, Study Finds](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/research-news-hospital-visits-for-people-with-ms-rise-as-temperatures-increase-study-finds/) - Medically reviewed by Evelyn O. Berman, M.D.Article written by Torrey KimOctober 05, 2021In a recent retrospective study, researchers analyzed the connection between high ambient temperatures and clinic visits among U.S. veterans with multiple sclerosis (MS).The authors reviewed information from 27,290 people who made 530,075 total hospital and clinic visits during the three-year study period.Researchers concluded that sudden
- [Depression Can Be a Killer for People With MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/depression-can-be-a-killer-for-people-with-ms/) - Depression and multiple sclerosis (MS) tend to travel together, new research finds, and when they do the chances of dying during the next decade can be up to five times greater than it is for those with neither condition.Exactly why the combination is so lethal is not fully understood, but several factors may be at
- [Hydroxychloroquine for Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/hydroxychloroquine-for-primary-progressive-multiple-sclerosis/) - AbstractObjective: Primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS) does not respond well to immunomodulatory or immunosuppressive treatment. Chronic activation of microglia has been implicated in the pathophysiology of PPMS. The antimalarial drug hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) reduces the activity of human microglia and has neuroprotective effects in vitro.Methods: We conducted a single-arm, phase 2 futility trial of 200mg oral HCQ twice
- [Black People Undergoing MS Treatment Can Benefit From COVID Vaccines](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/black-people-undergoing-ms-treatment-can-benefit-from-covid-vaccines/) - New research may be a determining factor for Black multiple sclerosis (MS), who often experience different symptoms than those of other races, when deciding whether or not to get vaccinated.People Undergoing MS Treatment Can Benefit From COVID VaccinesNew research may be a determining factor for Black multiple sclerosis (MS), who often experience different symptoms than
- [Can MS Be Prevented?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/can-ms-be-prevented/) - OverviewMultiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease of the central nervous system. More than 2.3 million people worldwide live with MS, estimates the Multiple Sclerosis International Federation.MS is considered an autoimmune disease, as the body’s immune system attacks myelin. This is a fatty substance that insulates and protects the nerve fibers of the central nervous system.When myelin is damaged,
- [Severe COVID-19 may trigger autoimmune conditions; New variants cause more virus in the air](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/severe-covid-19-may-trigger-autoimmune-conditions-new-variants-cause-more-virus-in-the-air/) - by Nancy LapidSept 22 (Reuters) - The following is a summary of some recent studies on COVID-19. They include research that warrants further study to corroborate the findings and that have yet to be certified by peer review.Severe COVID-19 may "trip off" immune self-attacksSevere COVID-19 may trick the immune system into producing so-called autoantibodies that
- [Humoral and T-Cell Response to SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination in Patients With Multiple Sclerosis Treated With Ocrelizumab](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/humoral-and-t-cell-response-to-sars-cov-2-vaccination-in-patients-with-multiple-sclerosis-treated-with-ocrelizumab/) - September 23, 2021Livnat Brill, PhD1; Ariel Rechtman, BSc1; Omri Zveik, BMedSc1; et alNitzan Haham, BMedSc1; Esther Oiknine-Djian, PhD2,3; Dana G. Wolf, MD, PhD2,3; Netta Levin, MD, PhD1; Catarina Raposo, PhD4; Adi Vaknin-Dembinsky, MD, PhD1Author Affiliations Article InformationJAMA Neurol. Published online September 23, 2021. doi:10.1001/jamaneurol.2021.3599Key PointsQuestion Do patients with multiple sclerosis treated with the B-cell–depleting agent ocrelizumab develop T-cell and humoral responses to the SARS-CoV-2 messenger RNA vaccine?Findings In this cohort study of 112 participants, those treated with ocrelizumab developed lower serology response compared with untreated
- [‘Shining a light on MS learnings from the COVID-19 pandemic’  - a PRISMS webinar](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/shining-a-light-on-ms-learnings-from-the-covid-19-pandemic-a-prisms-webinar/) - The first webinar will take place on September 23, 2021 at 2:30pm EDT until 3:30pmET Registrations are open at https://www.prismswebinar.online/user/register. The event will be co-chaired by Trishna Bharadia and Dr. Aaron Boster and will feature four short presentations, each followed by a live discussion and interactive Q&A. The topics covered will include individual’s experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, as
- [Alarming COVID study indicates long-term loss of gray matter and other brain tissue](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/alarming-covid-study-indicates-long-term-loss-of-gray-matter-and-other-brain-tissue/) - By Michael Greenwood, M.Sc. Jun 18 2021There has been extensive evidence of brain-related pathologies associated with COVID-19 disease throughout the pandemic, with “brain fog” and other cognitive defects being reported in the large majority of severe cases, and even otherwise asymptomatic cases widely reporting the loss of the senses of taste and smell.A
- [Multiple Sclerosis Linked to Infection in Adolescence](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-linked-to-infection-in-adolescence/) - September 7, 2021Summary: A new study links viral infections including mononucleosis and pneumonia experienced during adolescence with an increased risk of developing multiple sclerosis.Source: The ConversationMultiple sclerosis (MS) is most often diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 50. Certain genes put a person at greater risk of getting this disease of the central nervous system, but
- [Healthy Habits for the MS Community](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/healthy-habits-for-the-ms-community/) - Watch & Listen, to learn Click HERE to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Protecting Yourself Against Infection While Living with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/protecting-yourself-against-infection-while-living-with-ms/) - Click video to listen to this interesting information Click HERE to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Risk of MS Relapse Not Increased by COVID-19 Vaccine, Study Finds](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/risk-of-ms-relapse-not-increased-by-covid-19-vaccine-study-finds/) - By Marisa Wexler MS on Sep 08, 2021 07:00 amGetting the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine for COVID-19 does not increase the risk of multiple sclerosis (MS) relapses in the two months following vaccination, according to a new study.The results support recommending COVID-19 vaccines for people with MS, its researchers said.“The incidence of relapses in the 2 months before and after vaccination was
- [Walking (Gait) Difficulties](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/walking-gait-difficulties/) - OverviewDifficulty in walking — also known as problems with gait — is among the most common mobility limitations in MS. Walking difficulties are related to several factors:Spasticity: Muscle tightness or spasticity can interfere with gait.Balance: Balance problems typically result in a swaying and “drunken” type of gait known as ataxia.Sensory deficit: Some people with MS have such severe numbness in their
- [COVID19 Updates from The National MultipleSclerosis Society, Includes Boosters, Post Exposure & More](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/covid19-updates-from-the-national-multiplesclerosis-society-includes-boosters-post-exposure-more/) - Recorded August 26, 2021--- MS Hub Interview with: Julie Fiol, Associate Vice President, Healthcare Access for The National Multiple Sclerosis Society and Karen Mariner, Vice President, MS Navigator Experience for The National Multiple Sclerosis Society Discussion includes: 1. Covid 19 updates from the NMSS2. What the Booster means for the MS Patient.3. How the NMSS is
- [MS Patient's Voices:  Men with MS discuss Men's Health Issues](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-patients-voices-men-with-ms-discuss-mens-health-issues/) - *** Listen with MS Patients: Tyler Campbell, Damian Washington and Stuart Schlossman discussing Men's health issues. Using common sense and humor to make a point when discussing matters that affect many men with Multiple Sclerosis.*** Topics include: Depression, Cognition, Sexual Issues, Daily Endurance, Fatigue, Getting-things-done and more. --- This is an MS Views and News presentation
- [BTK Inhibitor Reduces New Lesions in Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/btk-inhibitor-reduces-new-lesions-in-relapsing-multiple-sclerosis/) - Tolebrutinib may hold promise for progressive MS, tooby Judy George, Senior Staff Writer, MedPage Today September 3, 2021 Tolebrutinib, a Bruton's tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitor, reduced new, active brain lesions in people with relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS), a phase IIb dose-finding trial showed.After 12 weeks of daily oral tolebrutinib treatment, MRI showed dose-dependent reductions in the number of new
- [NIH opens study of COVID-19 vaccine booster in patients with autoimmune disease](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/nih-opens-study-of-covid-19-vaccine-booster-in-patients-with-autoimmune-disease/) - The NIH has launched a clinical trial to examine antibody responses to a COVID-19 vaccine booster dose in patients with autoimmune disease who failed to respond to the initial vaccine regimen.According to a press release issued by the NIH, the phase 2 trial will also study whether pausing immunosuppressive therapy for autoimmune disease improves the
- [Acute Migraine Treatment INP104 Approved](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/acute-migraine-treatment-inp104-approved/) - September 3, 2021 by: Marco MeglioImpel’s agent is designed to deliver a lower dose of dihydroergotamine mesylate (DHE) compared with other nasally administered products.The FDA has approved Impel NeuroPharma’s INP104 nasal spray for the acute treatment of migraine headaches with or without aura in adults. Marketed as Trudhesa, it is the first and only approved
- [Patient Voices - MS patients and a caregiver discuss how the Covid Pandemic has affected them](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/patient-voices-ms-patients-and-a-caregiver-discuss-how-the-covid-pandemic-has-affected-them/) - Recorded August 19, 2021 Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Participation of people living with disabilities in physical activity: a global perspective](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/participation-of-people-living-with-disabilities-in-physical-activity-a-global-perspective/) - Published: July 21, 2021SummaryApproximately 1·5 billion people worldwide live with a physical, mental, sensory, or intellectual disability, about 80% of which are in low-income and middle-income countries. This Series paper provides a global overview of the prevalence, benefits, and promotion policies for physical activity for people living with disabilities (PLWD). PLWD are 16–62% less likely
- [Let's discuss MS and Aging, an MS Conversations Now series event](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/lets-discuss-ms-and-aging-an-ms-conversations-now-series-event/) - This event was solely supported by: MS Views and NewsClick HERE to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletter and our websiteVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Mental Wellness:  Managing Mood Changes with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/mental-wellness-managing-mood-changes-with-ms/) - ----------------------------Thanking Supporters: Biogen; Bristol-Myers Squibb; EMD Serono; Janssen, a div of Johnson & Johnson; and Novartis.Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Overcoming Obstacles to Promote Repair in Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/overcoming-obstacles-to-promote-repair-in-multiple-sclerosis/) - Tue, August 24, 2021, 1:21 PM·8 min readStudy points to a new promising therapy against toxic blood leaks in the brainSAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- In the nearly 1 million Americans living with multiple sclerosis, the fatty substance that insulates the nerves of the central nervous system—called myelin—is damaged. This slows the transmission of signals
- [Biomarkers for Monitoring Treatment Response in Relapsing MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/biomarkers-for-monitoring-treatment-response-in-relapsing-ms/) - August 14, 2021Fred D. Lublin, MD, Ravi Dukkipati, MD, Gavin Giovannoni, MD , Lauren Gluck, MD CLICK above to watch ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Click HERE to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletterVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [10 Reasons You Have Swollen Feet, Ankles, and Legs, According to a Doctor](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/10-reasons-you-have-swollen-feet-ankles-and-legs-according-to-a-doctor/) - An expert explains how to get swollen feet, ankles, and legs back down to size.by: Marisa Cohen When you can’t seem to squeeze on those strappy sandals that looked so cute last summer, or your formerly slender ankles and calves are starting to balloon up like Snoopy at the Thanksgiving Day Parade, it could just be due
- [The Status of NMOSD Patient Education and the Development Pipeline](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-status-of-nmosd-patient-education-and-the-development-pipeline/) - August 28, 2021 - Matt HoffmanBruce Cree, MD, PhD, clinical research director of the UCSF Multiple Sclerosis Center, provided context on the status of patient education efforts and clinical development for neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder.Since 2019, patients with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) have been given a trio of therapeutic options that were approved by the FDA.
- [Tolebrutinib Shows Dose-Dependent MS Lesion Reduction in Phase 2b Trial](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tolebrutinib-shows-dose-dependent-ms-lesion-reduction-in-phase-2b-trial/) - August 26, 2021 Marco MeglioThe results support continued development of tolebrutinib 60 mg in phase 3 trials for MS, based on the well-established relationship between reductions of Gadolinium-enhancing lesions and relapse rates.Treatment with tolebrutinib (Sanofi), an oral Bruton’s tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitor, demonstrated a dose-dependent reduction in the number of new gadolinium-enhancing (GdE) lesions and
- [Listen with Dr. Aaron Boster, MD as he hopes to teach you HOW to MAKE MS BORING](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/listen-with-dr-aaron-boster-md-as-he-hopes-to-teach-you-how-to-make-ms-boring/) - An entertaining way in which to learn, more about MsVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Comparison of the EDSS, Timed 25-Foot Walk, and the 9-Hole Peg Test as Clinical Trial Outcomes in Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/comparison-of-the-edss-timed-25-foot-walk-and-the-9-hole-peg-test-as-clinical-trial-outcomes-in-relapsing-remitting-multiple-sclerosis/) - Marcus W Koch 1 2, Jop P Mostert 3, Jerry S Wolinsky 4, Fred D Lublin 5, Bernard Uitdehaag 6, Gary R Cutter 7Affiliations expandPMID: 34433679 DOI: 10.1212/WNL.0000000000012690AbstractBackground: Clinical trials in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS) usually use the Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) as their primary disability outcome measure, while the more recently developed outcomes timed 25 foot walk (T25FW) and nine hole peg test (NHPT) may be more useful and patient-relevant.Objective: To
- [Editorial concerning barriers to care globally, improving education about MS, and advocating for improving quality of life for people with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/editorial-concerning-barriers-to-care-globally-improving-education-about-ms-and-advocating-for-improving-quality-of-life-for-people-with-ms/) - written by: Mary Alissa Willis, MD - MS Neurologist, Jackson, MSInt J MS Care (2021) 23 (4): iv.https://doi.org/10.7224/1537-2073-23.4.ivThe World Federation of Neurology highlights one neurologic condition each year for World Brain Day. The focus this year is on MS. As an MS neurologist practicing in the United States, I sometimes take for granted the access to imaging
- [Do People With MS Need a 3rd Vaccine Shot?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/do-people-with-ms-need-a-3rd-vaccine-shot/) - by Ed Tobias | August 20, 2021Now that a third COVID-19 vaccine shot has been approved in the U.S. for immunocompromised people, and vaccine boosters are expected to be available to the general public sometime after Sept. 20, Walgreens and CVS have lost no time in offering the additional shot to those who qualify.Like their previous policies for vaccine shots and COVID-19 tests,
- [BioNTech Vaccine Treats MS in Mice Without Dampening Immune System](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/biontech-vaccine-treats-ms-in-mice-without-dampening-immune-system/) - BioNTech’s experimental non-inflammatory vaccine — designed to dampen the abnormal immune responses seen in multiple sclerosis (MS) against myelin — delayed the onset and lessened the severity of symptoms in a mouse model of MS, a study reports.Importantly, treated mice showed no signs of overall immune suppression, suggesting that this type of therapy may overcome the downsides associated
- [Listen to a Brain Chat Podcast with Nerdy Neurologist Dr. Mitzi J. Williams](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/listen-to-a-brain-chat-podcast-with-nerdy-neurologist-dr-mitzi-j-williams/) - Topic: Trusted Information Sources in the MS Advocacy Community…Dr Mitzi chats with Podcast host Jon Strum and patient advocacy leader Stuart Schlossman on finding trusted sources of information.To Listen, click here Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [FDA authorizes REGEN-COV for post-exposure prophylaxis (prevention) for COVID-19  (in English and Spanish)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/fda-authorizes-regen-cov-for-post-exposure-prophylaxis-prevention-for-covid-19-in-english-and-spanish/) - August 10, 2021The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for REGEN-COV (casirivimab and imdevimab, administered together) for emergency use as post-exposure prophylaxis (prevention) for COVID-19 in adults and youth 12 years of age and older who are at high risk for progression to severe COVID-19, including hospitalization or death.REGEN-COV is not a
- [Vaccine Effectiveness and MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/vaccine-effectiveness-and-ms/) - Some DMTs may reduce the effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccinesPeople taking certain DMTs (ocrelizumab, rituximab, ofatumumab, and possibly fingolimod, siponimod, ozanimod, ponesimod and others) will have a reduced and possibly undetectable antibody response to the COVID-19 vaccines. If you use one of these DMTs and take an antibody test following your vaccine, it may show
- [Lifestyle Changes You Must Try To Manage Migraines](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/lifestyle-changes-you-must-try-to-manage-migraines/) - Dealing with Migraine (for the MS Community and beyond)If you’ve ever experienced a migraine headache, you know all too well how important it is to treat this painful condition aggressively. Learning to identify what triggers your migraines can go a long way toward helping you manage the migraine.Migraines can be chronic (happening more than 6
- [BTK Inhibitor Fenebrutinib Aims to Tackle Progressive MS in FENtrepid Trial](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/btk-inhibitor-fenebrutinib-aims-to-tackle-progressive-ms-in-fentrepid-trial/) - August 20, 2021 - Marco MeglioNeurologyLive, August 2021, Volume 4, Issue 4The agent’s safety profile has been studied in more than 1200 individuals to date across several inflammatory diseases, with data indicating that the high selectivity of fenebrutinib may limit off-target effects.IN SEPTEMBER 2020, Roche announced it was initiating a new phase 3 clinical trial program
- [6-Week Dosing of Natalizumab Effective, May Reduce PML Risk](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/6-week-dosing-of-natalizumab-effective-may-reduce-pml-risk/) - August 3, 2021 - Abby Reinhard Efficacy data from a trial examining extended dosing adds to real-world data that demonstrates a significant reduction in the probability of progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy infection.Results from the phase 3b NOVA study (NCT03689972) showed no statistically significant differences in efficacy when extending the approved 4-week (QW4), 300-mg natalizumab (Tysabri, Biogen) intravenous
- [Efficacy of probiotics in multiple sclerosis: a systematic review of preclinical trials and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/efficacy-of-probiotics-in-multiple-sclerosis-a-systematic-review-of-preclinical-trials-and-meta-analysis-of-randomized-controlled-trials/) - Jinchi Jiang,‡a Chuanqi Chu,‡a Caie Wu,b Chen Wang,ac Chengcheng Zhang,ac Tiantian Li,ac Qixiao Zhai, acd Leilei Yu,*ac Fengwei Tian *ac and Wei Chen acef Author affiliationsAbstractPreliminary evidence shows the potential role of probiotics in ameliorating multiple sclerosis (MS); however, the effects of probiotics on MS remain unclear. Therefore, the aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of probiotics on multiple sclerosis by systematically reviewing the preclinical trials
- [Who are You? - A Guide to Finding Yourself](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/who-are-you-a-guide-to-finding-yourself/) - SELF DEVELOPMENT -By PsychAlive The greatest and most important adventure of our lives is discovering who we really are. Yet, so many of us walk around either not really knowing or listening to an awful inner critic that gives us all the wrong ideas about ourselves. We mistakenly think of self-understanding as self-indulgence, and we carry
- [What Are "Biologics" Questions and Answers](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-are-biologics-questions-and-answers/) - What is a biological product?Biological products include a wide range of products such as vaccines, blood and blood components, allergenics, somatic cells, gene therapy, tissues, and recombinant therapeutic proteins. Biologics can be composed of sugars, proteins, or nucleic acids or complex combinations of these substances, or may be living entities such as cells and tissues.
- [MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS - Clinical and Biological Features](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-clinical-and-biological-features/) - Multiple sclerosis (MS) literally means “many scars,” which refers to the lesions that accumulate in the brain and spinal cord throughout the course of the disease. These scars, or lesions, consist mostly of dead nerve cells, whose axons have been denuded of the myelin sheaths that normally protect them and permit the conduction of nerve
- [What I Wish Someone Had Told Me When I Was Diagnosed with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-i-wish-someone-had-told-me-when-i-was-diagnosed-with-ms/) - Seven members of the MS Healthline community share their words of wisdom for people with new multiple sclerosis diagnoses. BONNIN STUDIO/Stocksy UnitedNavigating a new multiple sclerosis (MS) diagnosis can feel overwhelming and frightening. MS is a chronic disease that doesn’t have a cure, but its symptoms can be managed.For many, the diagnosis
- [Video: Learning about MRI for Multiple Sclerosis, by Aaron Boster, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-learning-about-mri-for-multiple-sclerosis-by-aaron-boster-md/) - Click HERE to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletterVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Multiple Sclerosis and Mental Health: 3 Common Challenges](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-and-mental-health-3-common-challenges/) - Multiple sclerosis (MS) affects everyone differently. If you or your loved one has MS, you are probably familiar with symptoms such as difficulty walking, fatigue, and numbness or tingling. These and other physical symptoms can be severe and limiting. However, emotional changes and mental health challenges can be just as (if not more) disabling.Rehabilitation neuropsychologist Meghan
- [Study protocol on advance care planning in multiple sclerosis (ConCure-SM): intervention construction and multicentre feasibility trial](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/study-protocol-on-advance-care-planning-in-multiple-sclerosis-concure-sm-intervention-construction-and-multicentre-feasibility-trial/) - August 13, 2021 - PubmedAbstractIntroduction: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is the most common cause of progressive neurological disability in young adults. The use of advance care planning (ACP) for people with progressive MS (pwPMS) remains limited. The ConCure-SM project aims to assess the effectiveness of a structured ACP intervention for pwPMS. The intervention consists of a training
- [The emotional disorders associated with multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-emotional-disorders-associated-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - Handb Clin Neurol. 2021;183:197-220. doi: 10.1016/B978-0-12-822290-4.00009-8.ABSTRACTMultiple sclerosis (MS) is associated with a high prevalence of emotional and mood disorders. Emotional disorders may worsen during illness progression and affect the quality of life of patients and their families. MS is often associated with depression, with an increased risk of suicide, poor adherence to treatment, decreased functional
- [Multiple Sclerosis in People Over Age 55](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/multiple-sclerosis-in-people-over-age-55/) - ==================== The average age of people with MS is increasing, but knowledge of the disease in people over age 55 remains sparse.Abedallah A. K. Balusha, MD, and Sarah A. Morrow, MD, MS, FRCPC, FAANHistorically, MS was recognized as a disease of young people as the typical onset is between age 20 to 40 years.2 The life expectancy
- [Men with MS comprise an unlikely minority with distinct challenges that may also intersect with other signifiers of special populations](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/men-with-ms-comprise-an-unlikely-minority-with-distinct-challenges-that-may-also-intersect-with-other-signifiers-of-special-populations/) - ----------------------------The Neurology HUB - written by: Neha V. Safi, MD, and Stephen Krieger, MD, FAANMultiple sclerosis (MS) is the most common immune-mediated inflammatory demyelinating disease of the central nervous system (CNS). In 2017, an estimated 913,925 adults were living with MS in the US, and that number continues to grow.1 The sex-specific incidence of MS has always
- [Sexual problems for men with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/sexual-problems-for-men-with-ms/) - =======From The Multiple Sclerosis Trust-UKOn this pageWhat are sexual problems for men with MS?What causes sexual problems for men with MS?How many men with MS have sexual problems?What can I do if I have sexual problems? Research suggests that more than half of men with MS will experience sexual problems at some point in their
- [What is happening to people with MS on DMTs getting vaccinated with the COVID-19 vaccines. Are they immune or not?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-is-happening-to-people-with-ms-on-dmts-getting-vaccinated-with-the-covid-19-vaccines-are-they-immune-or-not/) - Gavin GiovannoniJul 16Yes, we are seeing vaccine breakthroughs in vaccinated patients with MS on ocrelizumab. A colleague of mine has just had two patients admitted to the hospital over the weekend with COVID-19 despite being double-jabbed.The message is clear if you are on an anti-CD20 or fingolimod or another S1P-modulator (siponimod, ozanimod, ponesimod) please remain
- [Israel, Widely Vaccinated, Suffers Another Covid-19 Surge](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/israel-widely-vaccinated-suffers-another-covid-19-surge/) - Country delivers more booster shots, restores mask and quarantine mandates as Delta variant drives up hospitalizationsclick arrow to play video - then read what shows belowCompanies are working on coronavirus booster shots, as some early studies suggest antibody levels against Covid-19 wane with time, making boosters more necessary. We explore what that means for individual
- [The Delta Variant, Covid-19 Symptoms and Vaccine Efficacy: What to Know](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/the-delta-variant-covid-19-symptoms-and-vaccine-efficacy-what-to-know/) - Places with higher vaccination rates are keeping hospitalizations and deaths in checkAs the Delta variant sweeps the globe, scientists are learning more about why new versions of the coronavirus spread faster, and what this could mean for vaccine efforts. The spike protein, which gives the virus its unmistakable shape, may hold the key. Illustration: Nick
- [Trial Will Test Mavenclad for Advanced Progressive MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/trial-will-test-mavenclad-for-advanced-progressive-ms/) - After some delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Phase 2/3 clinical trial evaluating whether Mavenclad (cladribine) can slow hand and arm function worsening in adults with progressive multiple sclerosis (MS) and very limited walking abilities, has recruited its first patient.The study, ChariotMS (NCT04695080), aims to enroll up to 200 patients with advanced progressive MS — a population typically excluded from
- [Christina Applegate reveals she has multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/christina-applegate-reveals-she-has-multiple-sclerosis/) - Posted Tuesday, August 10, 2021 9:43 amTHE ASSOCIATED PRESSEmmy Award-winner Christina Applegate has announced that she has multiple sclerosis, describing her diagnosis as a "tough road."The 49-year-old actor known for her roles in "Married... with Children" and "Dead to Me," said in a tweet late Monday that she was diagnosed "a few months ago.""It's been a strange journey.
- [Brain atrophy rates in patients with multiple sclerosis on long term natalizumab resembles healthy controls](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/brain-atrophy-rates-in-patients-with-multiple-sclerosis-on-long-term-natalizumab-resembles-healthy-controls/) - Enrique Alvarez 1, Kavita V Nair 2, Brian D Hoyt 3, Rebecca A Seale 1, Stefan Sillau 1, Augusto Miravalle 4, Eric Engebretson 1, Brittany Schurr 1, John R Corboy 1, Timothy L Vollmer 1, Justin M Honce 5Affiliations PMID: 34364034 DOI: 10.1016/j.msard.2021.103170AbstractBackground: Clinically stable multiple sclerosis (MS) patients often have negligible inflammatory MRI changes. Brain atrophy may provide insight into subclinical disease progression. The objective was to compare brain atrophy rates in stable patients on long term natalizumab treatment vs.
- [Neuromyelitis Optica ( NMO) vs. Multiple Sclerosis (MS)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/neuromyelitis-optica-nmo-vs-multiple-sclerosis-ms/) - NMO and MS – The Key DifferencesIn the past, Neuromyelitis Optica (NMO) was considered to be a severe variant of multiple sclerosis (MS). That’s because both can cause attacks of optic neuritis and myelitis.Unfortunately, that mix-up can cause you to get the wrong kind of Neuromyelitis Optica treatment.However, recent discoveries suggest that NMO is different from MS in the severity
- [Canadian Patients Say Their Top Concern Is Access to MS Providers](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/canadian-patients-say-their-top-concern-is-access-to-ms-providers/) - by Steve Bryson PhD | August 5, 2021 Accessing healthcare providers knowledgeable about multiple sclerosis (MS) and being able to afford additional services to improve overall health were the most pressing healthcare concerns among Canadians with the condition, a survey suggests.“These findings provide healthcare planners prioritized concerns and a profile of [people with MS] that have these concerns,
- [What You Need to Know About Migraine, Depression and Anxiety](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/what-you-need-to-know-about-migraine-depression-and-anxiety/) - By Becky Upham - Medically Reviewed by Jason Paul Chua, MD, PhDReviewed: July 30, 2021 Migraine, depression, and anxiety often occur together, but a treatment that helps one may also help the others.If you have migraine and a mood disorder such as depression or anxiety, you may wonder if these conditions are somehow connected. Although there is evidence
- [Learn about PONVORY™ (ponesimod), a prescription medicine that is used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/learn-about-ponvory-ponesimod-a-prescription-medicine-that-is-used-to-treat-relapsing-forms-of-multiple-sclerosis/) - PONVORY™ is a prescription medicine that is used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis, to include clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease, in adults.Read More about PonvoryIt is not known if PONVORY™ is safe and effective in children.Here for your MS journey The Wellness Companion Program* by Janssen CarePath provides one-on-one
- [Swank and Wahls Diets Found to Help with MS Fatigue, Quality of Life](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/swank-and-wahls-diets-found-to-help-with-ms-fatigue-quality-of-life/) - by Steve Bryson PhD | August 4, 2021The low-fat Swank diet and the Wahls elimination diet reduced fatigue and improved quality of life after three months for people with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS), a clinical trial has found.“It’s encouraging that fatigue was reduced and quality of life improved in both groups,” Bruce Bebo, PhD, from the National MS
- [AGING with Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/aging-with-multiple-sclerosis/) - Written for MSFOCUS magazine August 28, 2020By Cherie C. Binns RN MSCNThis year at the Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers (CMSC) Annual Meeting, there was a greater focus on aging in the MS population than I think I have ever seen in my 16 years as a member of that organization. There were a number
- [Biogen Announces Results from Phase 3b NOVA Study Evaluating Every Six-Week Dosing with Natalizumab in Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/biogen-announces-results-from-phase-3b-nova-study-evaluating-every-six-week-dosing-with-natalizumab-in-relapsing-remitting-multiple-sclerosis/) - AUGUST 2, 2021 • Results show that every six-week natalizumab IV administration provides a high level of efficacy in controlling MS disease activity in patients who switched from the approved every four-week dosing regimenData from the first prospective, randomized, controlled study of an extended dosing schedule for natalizumab
- [Could BTK Inhibitors Be the Next Big MS Treatment?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/could-btk-inhibitors-be-the-next-big-ms-treatment/) - by Ed Tobias | July 30, 2021 - The MS WireIs orelabrutinib one of the next big MS therapies? Biogen is betting at least $125 million that it is.Orelabrutinib is an experimental oral BTK inhibitor (BTKi). BTKi’s are designed to selectively block an enzyme that’s important for the activation of B-cells and microglia. Some of those immune
- [Gilenya Started Earlier in RRMS Disease Course in Recent Years](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/gilenya-started-earlier-in-rrms-disease-course-in-recent-years/) - By Marisa Wexler MS on Jul 26, 2021People with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS) have switched to treatment with Gilenya (fingolimod) at an earlier stage in their disease in recent years, compared to individuals who switched to the treatment around the time it became available, a new study indicates.The findings suggest “an increased experience in using fingolimod [Gilenya] for sub-optimally
- [Swimming gives your brain a boost – but scientists don’t know yet why it’s better than other aerobic activities](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/swimming-gives-your-brain-a-boost-but-scientists-dont-know-yet-why-its-better-than-other-aerobic-activities/) - by: Seena Mathew - Assistant Professor of Biology, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Swimming offers a host of beneficial effects on the brain. Stanislaw Pytel/Stone via Getty ImagesIt’s no secret that aerobic exercise can help stave off some of the ravages of aging. But a growing body of research suggests that swimming might provide a unique
- [At-home Tysabri Infusions Appear as Safe, Effective as Those at Clinics](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/at-home-tysabri-infusions-appear-as-safe-effective-as-those-at-clinics/) - by Forest Ray PhD | July 26, 2021Tysabri (natalizumab) infusions given in the home to people with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS) save money and are more convenient, while apparently as safe and effective as those given in clinical settings, a pilot study comparing the two delivery methods reported.Nonetheless, its researchers recommended larger trials be conducted to verify these findings, particularly in
- [MS MENTAL WELLNESS CHAT: Communication & Relationships - Building your Emotional Support Team](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-mental-wellness-chat-communication-relationships-building-your-emotional-support-team/) - Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Why Does Marijuana Affect Me Differently Than Other People?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/why-does-marijuana-affect-me-differently-than-other-people/) - Written by: Amy B. Gragnolati, PharmD, BCPS - a clinical pharmacist in San Francisco, CaliforniaThe effects of marijuana can vary from person to person, depending on genetics, age, gender, and the quantity and strength of the marijuana.Is marijuana harmful or helpful? It’s complicated.It’s likely that marijuana can be positive or negative, depending on the situation and
- [Watch this video presentation on Bladder issues and Pelvic Floor](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/watch-this-video-presentation-on-bladder-issues-and-pelvic-floor/) - Bladder issues, discussion on pelvic floor and bladder exercises in MS, Presented by Carina Siracusa, PT, DPT, WCSBegins at: 32:05 into this video Watch all or advance the scroll-bar to the mentioned timeframe Visit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Is Medicare Part C (Advantage) or Medicare Part D Better For You?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/is-medicare-part-c-advantage-or-medicare-part-d-better-for-you/) - written by: - Beth Braverman, for GoodRx - July 23, 2021Key takeaways:To get prescription drugs via Medicare, you’ll need either a Medicare Part C (Medicare Advantage) or Part D policy.Part C and Part D policies are provided only by private insurers.In choosing between Part C and Part D, consider whether you want coverage for other types
- [Signaling Protein Seen to Help Promote Myelin-making Cells](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/signaling-protein-seen-to-help-promote-myelin-making-cells/) - by Marisa Wexler MS | July 28, 2021A signaling protein called fractalkine helps to regulate the development of oligodendrocytes, cells of the nervous system responsible for making myelin — the protecting coating of nerve cell fibers that is damaged and lost in multiple sclerosis (MS).This finding was in the study, “Fractalkine signaling regulates oligodendroglial cell genesis from SVZ precursor cells,”
- [• Gray Matter in Hippocampus Can Help Distinguish Between Two MS Types](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/gray-matter-in-hippocampus-can-help-distinguish-between-two-ms-types/) - by Marisa Wexler MS | July 27, 2021Subtle changes in structure in the hippocampus — a region of the brain involved in processing memories — can differentiate between relapsing-remitting and primary progressive multiple sclerosis, according to a new study.The study, “Unraveling the MRI-Based Microstructural Signatures Behind Primary Progressive and Relapsing–Remitting Multiple Sclerosis Phenotypes,” was published
- [Considerations for the Use of Fumarates in Relapsing MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/considerations-for-the-use-of-fumarates-in-relapsing-ms/) - July 24, 2021Fred D. Lublin, MD, Ravi Dukkipati, MD, Gavin Giovannoni, MD , Lauren Gluck, MDCLICK IMAGE TO WATCH VIDEOClick HERE to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletterVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Prevalence of MS and NMOSD in Indigenous Populations Dependent on Ancestry](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/prevalence-of-ms-and-nmosd-in-indigenous-populations-dependent-on-ancestry/) - Investigators evaluated the occurrence of multiple sclerosis and neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder in Australian and New Zealand Indigenous populations, comparing data with ancestral data.A new study evaluated the prevalence of multiple sclerosis (MS) and neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) in Indigenous populations in Australia and New Zealand, with the Māori indigenous population in New Zealand
- [Anti-CD20 Agents for Relapsing MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/anti-cd20-agents-for-relapsing-ms/) - July 24, 2021Fred D. Lublin, MD, Ravi Dukkipati, MD, Gavin Giovannoni, MD , Lauren Gluck, MDA panel of experts discuss the use of anti-CD20 monoclonal antibodies in relapsing multiple sclerosis including summaries of the phase III ORATORIO and ASCLEPIOS trials, for ocrelizumab and ofatumumab, respectively. Click Image to watch this presentationClick HERE to Subscribe for the MS Beacon
- [Made to Measure: Patient-Tailored Treatment of Multiple Sclerosis Using Cell-Based Therapies](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/made-to-measure-patient-tailored-treatment-of-multiple-sclerosis-using-cell-based-therapies/) - By DocWire News Featured Reading -July 24, 2021ABSTRACTCurrently, there is still no cure for multiple sclerosis (MS), which is an autoimmune and neurodegenerative disease of the central nervous system. Treatment options predominantly consist of drugs that affect adaptive immunity and lead to a reduction of the inflammatory disease activity. A broad range of possible cell-based therapeutic
- [Wearable Robotic Gait Training in Persons with Multiple Sclerosis: A Satisfaction Study](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/wearable-robotic-gait-training-in-persons-with-multiple-sclerosis-a-satisfaction-study/) - By DocWire News --- July 24, 2021ABSTRACTWearable exoskeletons have showed improvements in levels of disability and quality of life in people with neurological disorders. However, it is important to understand users’ perspectives. The aim of this study was to explore the patients’ and physiotherapists’ satisfaction from gait training with the EKSO GT® exoskeleton in people with multiple sclerosis
- [Do you have #MS, but are unsure if you should have the COVID-19 vaccine?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/do-you-have-ms-but-are-unsure-if-you-should-have-the-covid-19-vaccine/) - Research study on MS & COVID-19 vaccine: Curious? Read more belowREAD THE CONSENT FORMAbout the Research StudyWhy Is It Being Done?The purpose of this research is to help the MS community better understand the laboratory results and any side effects caused by the COVID-19 vaccines in people with MS on disease modifying therapies.Where Is It Being
- [Novartis pledges 10-year commitment with Morehouse School of Medicine, 26 Historically Black Colleges, Universities, Medical Schools and other leading organizations to co-create effective, measurable solutions for health equity](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/novartis-pledges-10-year-commitment-with-morehouse-school-of-medicine-26-historically-black-colleges-universities-medical-schools-and-other-leading-organizations-to-co-create-effective-measurable/) - July 20, 2021Novartis and the Novartis US Foundation to join forces with Thurgood Marshall College Fund, Morehouse School of Medicine, 26 other Historically Black Colleges, Universities and Medical Schools and others to address root causes of disparities in health and educationThis collaboration will create actionable solutions to target the systemic racism that drives inequitable health
- [Video:  Overview of Sexual Dysfunction in MS Plus Bladder issues & Pelvic Floor exercise](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-overview-of-sexual-dysfunction-in-ms-plus-bladder-issues-pelvic-floor-exercise/) - Click HERE to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletterVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Video:  MS Mental Wellness Chat: Managing Changes in Today's World While Living with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/video-ms-mental-wellness-chat-managing-changes-in-todays-world-while-living-with-ms/) - Click box to watch this videoClick HERE to Subscribe for the MS Beacon eNewsletterVisit our MS Learning Channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/msviewsandnews
- [Using Cannabis to Treat Your MS? A Word of Caution](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/using-cannabis-to-treat-your-ms-a-word-of-caution/) - by Ed Tobias July 16, 2021 People with MS who are using cannabis take heed: A research letter published in May in JAMA Network Open reports that calls to poison control centers about people intentionally or inadvertently using plant-based or processed cannabis products have been increasing over the past several years. Public health officials are concerned.According to
- [Life Changes after MS or does it?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/life-changes-after-ms-or-does-it/) - By mike-d-russell June 29, 2021 Life was just another day of work and fun in the sun before MS or was it? Oh boy, I know that statement has risen a few eyebrows. Yes, life has changed and I’m not going to say it hasn’t because it has! I would like to share
- [You have MS, but you look so healthy!](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/you-have-ms-but-you-look-so-healthy/) - By mike-d-russell June 9, 2021You have MS, but you look so healthy!Yep, I know you have heard this before and I know the thought going through your mind. As an MS warrior, like you, we have heard this several times. Oh, then there is that look parking in a handicap spot
- [MS Trial Evaluating ATA188 in Progressive MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/ms-trial-evaluating-ata188-in-progressive-ms/) - Evaluating ATA188 in Progressive MS: Jakob Dupont, MD, MAPart 2 of a phase 1, multicenter study evaluating the safety/tolerability, product kinetics and biological and clinical effect of ATA188 (NCT03283826) in adults with progressive forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) is now underway.The study design of the double-blind, placebo-controlled study was presented at the Americas Committee for Treatment

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- [Jessica Thomas, LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker (MS Wellness Chat)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/team/jessica-thomas-lcsw-licensed-clinical-social-worker-ms-wellness-chat/)
- [Rick A. Harris, PsyD.](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/team/rick-a-harris-psyd/)
- [Dimitrios Karussis - Professor / Researcher](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/team/dimitrios-karussis-professor-researcher/)
- [Cherie C. Binns RN BS MSCN](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/team/cherie-c-binns-rn-bs-mscn/)
- [Gretchen Hawley, DPT, Physical Therapy (Moving Monday for MS)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/team/gretchen-hawley-dpt-physical-therapy-moving-monday-for-ms/)
- [Matthew D Kay, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/team/matthew-d-kay-md/)
- [Lisa Gonzalez Goetz, J.D., P.A. - Advisor](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/team/lisa-gonzalez-goetz-j-d-p-a-advisor/)
- [Carmen Benitez, Advisor](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/team/carmen-benitez-advisor/)
- [Harvey R. Samowitz, M.D., F.A.C.S.](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/team/harvey-r-samowitz-m-d-f-a-c-s/)
- [Jennifer Falk, MSW, Director of Development](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/team/jennifer-falk-msw-director-of-development/)
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- [Cheryl Ornstein - Advisor](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/team/cheryl-ornstein-advisor/)
- [Brian Steingo, MD, Chair Medical Advisory Committee](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/team/brian-steingo-md-chair-medical-advisory-committee/)
- [Aaron L. Boster, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/team/aaron-l-boster-md/)
- [Donald Negroski, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/team/donald-negroski-md/)
- [Scott L. Gold, M.D.](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/team/scott-l-gold-m-d/)
- [Jonathan Calkwood, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/team/jonathan-calkwood-md/)
- [Samuel F. Hunter, MD, PhD.](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/team/samuel-f-hunter-md-phd/)
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## Venues

- [College Park Marriott Hotel & Conference Center](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/college-park-marriott-hotel-conference-center/)
- [Crosswinds Golf Club](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/crosswinds-golf-club/)
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- [Embassy Suites Grapevine (Dallas) at DFW Airport](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/embassy-suites-grapevine-dallas-at-dfw-airport/)
- [Sonesta Hotel](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/sonesta-hotel/)
- [Chicago Marriott Oak Brook](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/chicago-marriott-oak-brook/)
- [Hilton Los Angeles Airport (LAX)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/hilton-los-angeles-airport-lax/)
- [Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/renaissance-mobile-riverview-plaza-hotel/)
- [PURITAN Backroom - Conference and Events Center](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/puritan-backroom-conference-and-events-center/)
- [The Virginian Hotel, a Curio Collection by Hilton](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/the-virginian-hotel-a-curio-collection-by-hilton/)
- [Hilton Garden Inn - Auburn](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/hilton-garden-inn-auburn/)
- [Hilton Garden Inn - near Buffalo Airport](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/hilton-garden-inn-near-buffalo-airport/)
- [Courtyard by Marriott Scottsdale, AZ](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/courtyard-by-marriott-scottsdale-az/)
- [Greenville Marriott](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/greenville-marriott/)
- [Embassy Suites Hotel - Columbus Airport](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/embassy-suites-hotel-columbus-airport/)
- [DoubleTree by Hilton Birmingham Perimeter Park](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/doubletree-by-hilton-birmingham-perimeter-park/)
- [HILTON DFW LAKES EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE CENTER](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/hilton-dfw-lakes-executive-conference-center/)
- [Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte/Mooresville](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/hilton-garden-inn-charlotte-mooresville/)
- [The 94th Aero Squadron Restaurant](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/the-94th-aero-squadron-restaurant/)
- [Crowne Plaza Fort Myers](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/crowne-plaza-fort-myers/)
- [Marriott Lexington Griffin Gate](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/marriott-lexington-griffin-gate/)
- [HILTON JACKSON](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/hilton-jackson/)
- [STONE BRIDGE FARMS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/stone-bridge-farms/)
- [VIRTUAL](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/virtual/)
- [HOLIDAY INN DWTN CONV CTR](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/holiday-inn-dwtn-conv-ctr/)
- [SONESTA HOTEL - NASHVILLE AIRPORT](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/sonesta-hotel-nashville-airport/)
- [Doubletree by Hilton](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/doubletree-by-hilton/)
- [DOUBLETREE BY HILTON, LARGO MD - WASHINGTON DC](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/doubletree-by-hilton-largo-md-washington-dc/)
- [THE PARK EVENT CENTER](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/the-park-event-center/)
- [EMBASSY SUITES by Hilton MINNEAPOLIS Airport](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/embassy-suites-by-hilton-minneapolis-airport/)
- [DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/doubletree-by-hilton-madison-east/)
- [Flint Golf Club](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/flint-golf-club/)
- [Tuxnis Country Club](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/tuxnis-country-club/)
- [Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Airport](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/hilton-garden-inn-atlanta-airport/)
- [Pinnacle Golf Club](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/pinnacle-golf-club/)
- [Renaissance Hotel - Plantation, FL](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/renaissance-hotel-plantation-fl/)
- [Hilton Hotel Cincinnati Airport](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/hilton-hotel-cincinnati-airport/)
- [Sonesta Atlanta Northwest Marietta – The Battery](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/sonesta-atlanta-northwest-marietta-the-battery/)
- [Holiday Inn Melbourne Viera Conference Center](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/venue/holiday-inn-melbourne-viera-conference-center/)

## Organizers

- [MS VIEWS AND NEWS VIRTUAL](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/organizer/ms-views-and-news-virtual/)
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## Events

- [Understanding WELLNESS, Access to Care & the Future of MS Treatments](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/understanding-ms-newhampshire/) - TO RSVP, for this “In-Person” program, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, shown below: `````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````` CLICK HERE to View Flyer • A discussion on Complimentary Wellness, Nutrition, Exercise, sleep and mindfulness to achieve wellness. • Access to Care in Rural America. • Plus, a Year in review regarding Multiple Sclerosis findings and achievements leading to the future
- [Understanding More about Disability Progression - Dallas, TX](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/understanding-disability-progression-dallas/) - TO RSVP, for this “In-Person” program, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, shown below: Click HERE to View Flyer Topics are Focused on disability progression across the spectrum of MS: • Learn more about signs and symptoms that may indicate disability progression in MS • Understanding the clinical pathways that drive disability progression • A deeper look at
- [Understanding more about WELLNESS,  Learning more of the Future of MS Treatments](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/understanding-more-about-wellness-learning-more-of-the-future-of-ms-treatments/) - Please register using the ORANGE LINK showing below Topics: • Understanding Disease Progression in MS • High-Efficacy MS treatment options, including BTK inhibitors & B-Cell Therapies • What to do about Fatigue, Pain and Cognitive issues PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button. Register For Virtual Event Plus, to join
- [Understanding Disability Progression in MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/understanding-disability-progression-in-ms-2/) - Please register for this event by clicking the orange "Register for Virtual Event" button, below Topic Discussions: Guest Speaker: Patricia K. Coyle, MD, FAAN, FANA Topic: Focuses on disability progression across the spectrum of MS, including: • Learn more about signs and symptoms that may indicate disability progression in MS • Understanding the clinical pathways that
- [Understanding more about WELLNESS,  Learning more of the Future of MS Treatments](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/understanding-wellness-in-ms/) - Please register using the ORANGE LINK showing below Topics: • A discussion on Complimentary Wellness, Nutrition, Exercise, sleep and mindfulness to achieve wellness. • Access to Care in Rural America. • Plus, a Year in review regarding Multiple Sclerosis findings and achievements leading to the future of MS medications and treatments. Plus a Patient advocate
- [The MS Patient's Experience with the Ins and Outs of Insurance & Specialty Pharmacy](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/the-ms-patients-experience-with-the-ins-and-outs-of-insurance-specialty-pharmacy/) - TO RSVP, for this “In-Person” program, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, shown below: Click HERE to View Flyer Topic Discussions: - SPECIALTY PHARMACY - What is it & What you need to know - A LOOK AT affordability - UNDERSTANDING COST SHARING - WHAT IS STEP THERAPY - Co-Pay Assistance Date: Wednesday, November 22, 2025 11:30am
- [Understanding Disability Progression in MS - (in Melville)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/ms-disability-progression_melville/) - TO RSVP, for this “In-Person” program, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, shown below: Click HERE to View Flyer Live In-Person MS Dinner program Focuses on disability progression across the spectrum of MS, including: • Learn more about signs and symptoms that may indicate disability progression in MS • Understanding the clinical pathways that drive disability progression •
- [MS Views Now: MEDICAL and FINANCIAL CARE PLANNING (patient & caregiver related)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/medical-and-financial-care-planning-patient-caregiver-related/) - Please register using the ORANGE LINK showing below Needed Documents for Everybody but even more for People living with an illness PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button. Register For Virtual Event Plus, to join our MS Community chat page, click here
- [Understanding Disease Progression in MS plus Learning about High Efficacy Treatments](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/disease-progression-in-ms-savannah/) - TO RSVP, for this “In-Person” program, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, shown below: Click HERE to View Flyer Live In-Person MS Dinner program Focuses on disability progression across the spectrum of MS, including: • Understanding Disease Progression in MS • High-Efficacy MS treatment options, including BTK inhibitors & B-Cell Therapies • What to do about Fatigue, Pain
- [Understanding More about Disability Progression in MS - in Oak Brook, IL](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/understanding-disability-progression-oak_brook/) - TO RSVP, for this “In-Person” program, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, shown below: Click HERE to View Flyer Topic Discussions: • Focused on disability progression across the spectrum of MS, including • Learn more about signs & symptoms that may indicate disability progression in MS • Understanding the clinical pathways that drive disability progression • A
- [Moving with MS - Seated Exercises for MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/moving-with-ms-seated-exercises-for-ms/) - Please register using the ORANGE LINK showing below Learning how to Track Your Progress to see if Your Exercise is Helping Date / Topic -December 8th - Seated Exercises for MS PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button. Register For Virtual Event Plus, to join our MS Community chat page, click
- [Moving with MS - Reducing Fatigue in MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/moving-with-ms-reducing-fatigue-in-ms/) - Please register using the ORANGE LINK showing below Learning how to Reduce Fatigue in MS Date / Topic -November 10th- Reducing Fatigue in MS -December 8th - Seated Exercises for MS PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button. Register For Virtual Event Plus, to join our MS Community chat page, click
- [Moving with MS - Managing Pain in MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/moving-with-ms-managing-pain-in-ms/) - Please register using the ORANGE LINK showing below Learning how to Manage Pain from MS Date / Topic -October 13th - Managing Pain in MS -November 10th- Reducing Fatigue in MS -December 8th - Seated Exercises for MS PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button. Register For Virtual Event Plus,
- [UNDERSTANDING More about DISABILITY Progression in MS - Virtual](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/understanding-more-about-disability-progression-in-ms-virtual/) - Please register for this event by clicking the orange "Register for Virtual Event" button, below Topic Discussions: Focuses on disability progression across the spectrum of MS PLUS, The the benefits, safety, and prescription of exercise training Register For Virtual Event Plus, to join our MS Community chat page, click here
- [Moving with MS - Tracking Your Exercise Progress](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/moving-with-ms-tracking-your-exercise-progress/) - Please register using the ORANGE LINK showing below Learning how to Track Your Progress to see if Your Exercise is Helping Date / Topic -September 8th- Tracking Progress -- Are Your Exercises Helping? -October 13th - Managing Pain in MS -November 10th- Reducing Fatigue in MS -December 8th - Seated Exercises for MS PLEASE
- [2025 - 17th Annual MS SYMPOSIUM - South Florida](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/2025-ms-symposium-soflo/) - TO RSVP, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, showing below. -------------------------------------- MS Views and News Invites You to: 2025 MS SYMPOSIUM - South Florida A Special Event Focused on Wellness for People Living with MS CLICK HERE to View COMPLETE Flyer Then return to this page, scroll down to the Orange Going Button to register -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
- [MS SYMPOSIUM ALABAMA -Virtual -Begins at 11:15am CT (12:15pm ET)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/ms-symposium-alabama-virtual/) - RSVP as SHOWING BELOW ```````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````` TOPICS: * What is Occupational Therapy? Learn about neuroplasticity and neurorehabilitation devices, * Living Well with MS - The impact of lifestyle choices. MS Relapse and recovery, plus discussing MS spasticity, neurosensory pain, fatigue, and more *Understanding MS disease progression - What does progression look like? Plus, a quick look
- [Understanding More, about Disability Progression in MS - in Los Angeles](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/understanding-more-about-disability-progression_la/) - TO RSVP, for this “In-Person” program, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, shown below: Click HERE to View Flyer Topic Discussions: • Focused on disability progression across the spectrum of MS, including • Learn more about signs & symptoms that may indicate disability progression in MS • Understanding the clinical pathways that drive disability progression • A
- [Understanding More about Disability Progression in MS - Virtual](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/understanding-more-about-disability-progression-in-ms/) - Please register for this event by clicking the orange "Register for Virtual Event" button, below Topic Discussions: Focused on disability progression across the spectrum of MS: • Learn more about signs and symptoms that may indicate disability progression in MS • Understanding the clinical pathways that drive disability progression • A deeper look at smoldering MS,
- [IS it AGE or MS related?  Plus Stretching and strengthening (12:30pm ET)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/is-it-age-or-ms/) - Please register using the ORANGE LINK showing below Jeff Segal presents: - An Interactive & demonstrative presentation giving multiple ideas to enhance movement for people living with MS. - Exercises to help reduce spasticity Dr. William Kilgo topics: Gait issues, Falls, Spasticity, Neuro Pain, Cognitive issues, Fatigue Plus, High Efficacy MS Treatment options, Access to
- [Moving with MS - Remyelination Updates](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/moving-with-ms-remyelination-updates/) - Please register using the ORANGE LINK showing below Discussion on Remyelination Updates Date / Topic -August 11th - Remyelination Update -September 8th- Tracking Progress -- Are Your Exercises Helping? -October 13th - Managing Pain in MS -November 10th- Reducing Fatigue in MS -December 8th - Seated Exercises for MS PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking
- [Is it Age related or is it MS? - Mobile, AL](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/is-it-age-related-or-ms/) - TO RSVP, for this “In-Person” program, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, shown below: ````````````````````````````````````````````````````` CLICK HERE to View Flyer Dr. Kilgo's Topics: Gait issues, Falls, Spasticity, Neuro Pain, Cognitive issues, Fatigue Plus, High Efficacy MS Treatment options, Access to MS Care/Telehealth Plus Jeff Segal's topics: - An Interactive & demonstrative presentation giving multiple ideas to enhance
- [Understanding Disability Progression in MS - Virtual](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/understanding-disability-progression-in-ms/) - Please register for this event by clicking the orange "Register for Virtual Event" button, below Topic Discussions: * This program begins with: Topic: Cognitive and Emotional Disability Changes in MS Guest Speaker: Vanessa Watorek, Psy.D. Clinical Neuropsychologist Assistant Training Director, Fuqua Clinical Neuropsychology Fellowship Program Followed by Dr. Ben Thrower's discussion on DISABILITY PROGRESSION in MS •
- [Understanding More About Disability Progression in MS - in Atlanta](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/disability-progression-in-ms/) - TO RSVP, for this “In-Person” program, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, shown below: Click HERE to View Flyer Topic Discussions: • Focused on disability progression across the spectrum of MS, including • Learn more about signs & symptoms that may indicate disability progression in MS • Understanding the clinical pathways that drive disability progression • A
- [Learn about how NMOSD affects certain racial and ethnic groups differently and the importance of self-advocacy](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/learn-about-how-nmosd-affects-certain-racial-and-ethnic-groups-differently-and-the-importance-of-self-advocacy/) - Learn about how NMOSD affects certain racial and ethnic groups differently and the importance of self-advocacy • Diagnosing NMOSD and the danger of NMOSD attacks • How NMOSD affects certain racial and ethnic groups differently • The importance of self-advocacy for those living with NMOSD Program Location: Virtual ___________________________________________________________________ PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange
- [The MS Mental Wellness Chat - Addressing, MS, Depression and Anxiety (virtual program)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/the-ms-mental-wellness-chat-addressing-ms-depression-and-anxiety/) - MS Mental Wellness Chat - Addressing, MS, Depression and Anxiety 1. Spot the warning signs of depression and anxiety in MS. 2. Explore your treatment options: from therapy to medication. 3. Discover coping strategies to lift the weight of anxiety and depression. Program Location: Virtual ___________________________________________________________________ PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual
- [The MS Mental Wellness Chat - Finding Purpose in the MS Journey (virtual program)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/the-ms-mental-wellness-chat-finding-purpose-in-the-ms-journey-virtual-program/) - MS Mental Wellness Chat - Finding Purpose in the MS Journey 1. Redefine your sense of purpose after an MS diagnosis. 2. Explore new ways to find meaning in everyday life. 3. Build a purposeful routine that nurtures your mind and soul. Program Location: Virtual ___________________________________________________________________ Register For Virtual Event If you do not have
- [2025 MS SYMPOSIUM ALABAMA in Cullman - Understanding disability/disease Progression, LIVING better with MS, Pain management](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/2025-ms-symposium-alabama/) - TO RSVP, for this “In-Person” program, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, seen below: ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Click HERE to view Flyer ---------------------------------------- -- RSVP as showing below -- TOPICS: 1) Learn about neuroplasticity and neurorehabilitation devices 2) Living well with MS. The impact of lifestyle choices. MS Relapse and recovery, plus discussing MS
- [Understanding Disability Progression - in Grove City, OH](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/disability-progression-grove-city/) - TO RSVP, for this “In-Person” program, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, shown below: Click HERE to View Flyer Topic Discussions: • Focused on disability progression across the spectrum of MS, including • Learn more about signs & symptoms that may indicate disability progression in MS • Understanding the clinical pathways that drive disability progression • A deeper
- [MS Views NOW - Getting Family and Friends to Understand Your MS better](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/ms-views-now-getting-family-and-friends-to-understand-your-ms-better/) - Please register using the ORANGE LINK showing below Dr. Boster Helps us to Understand why our Family and Friends, do Not Understand our MS PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button. Register For Virtual Event Plus, to join our MS Community chat page, click here
- [Moving Mondays for MS -  Common Gait Abnormalities + Exercises to Help](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/moving-mondays-for-ms-common-gait-abnormalities-exercises-to-help/) - ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Please register for this event by clicking the orange "Register for Virtual Event" button, below Moving Mondays for MS – Physical Therapy Class Common Gait Abnormalities + Exercises to Help ` Specific Physical Therapy For Those With Multiple Sclerosis — ` All programs for this series begin at 4pm ET – All classes are just
- [Understanding More about High Efficacy MS Treatment options - Lynchburg (Compass to MS Care)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/ms-treatments-lynchburg/) - TO RSVP, for this “In-Person” program, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, shown below: CLICK HERE to View Flyer ````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````` TO RSVP Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, seen below: ........................................................................................... Date: July 12th 2025 10:45am ET – Check-in 11:30am ET – Program Begins Complimentary Lunch ........................................................................................... Location: The Virginian Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
- [Learning About Being an MS Activist](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/learning-about-being-an-ms-activist/) - Please register using the ORANGE LINK showing below Learning to be an MS Activist plus Q&A about NMSS policies PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button. Register For Virtual Event
- [Understanding More about HIGH Efficacy MS Treatments](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/understanding-more-about-high-efficacy-ms-treatments/) - Please register using the ORANGE LINK showing below Topics: Understanding High-Efficacy MS treatment options • Learning more about B-Cell Therapies and BTK inhibitors • What to do about Fatigue, Pain and Cognitive issues • Access to MS Care, Resources and Telehealth Plus - Swallowing and Voice issues in MS PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange
- [Understanding More about AGING in MS, Treatment Options & PT (Compass to MS Care)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/aging-in-ms-buffalo/) - TO RSVP, for this “In-Person” program, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, shown below: ``````````````````````````````````````````````````````` Click HERE to View Flyer Understanding more about Aging and MS. Are symptoms age related or are they MS? MS Treatments, now and on the horizon Managing MS Symptoms & Exercise During Seasonal Changes ...................................................................................................................... Date: Saturday, June 21st, 2025 10:40am
- [The MS Mental Wellness Chat -  The Power of Self-Compassion (virtual program)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/the-ms-mental-wellness-chat-helping-fatigue-with-emotional-health-virtual-program-2/) - MS Mental Wellness Chat - The Power of Self-Compassion 1. Embrace self-compassion as a key to mental health with MS. 2. Practice simple self-acceptance exercises for tough moments. 3. Defeat negative self-talk and unlock your inner ally. Program Location: Virtual ___________________________________________________________________ PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button. If you do not have
- [Let’s Learn more about  MS SYMPTOMS Management  with Aaron Boster, MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/lets-learn-more-about-ms-symptoms-management-with-aaron-boster-md/) - Please register using the ORANGE LINK showing below Symptom Management PLUS Q&A PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button. Register For Virtual Event
- [(Sold-out sorry)  The MS Forum, Scottsdale - MENTAL HEALTH and WELLNESS - Join us on May 27th](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/the-ms-forum-in-scottsdale-az/) - TO RSVP, for this "In-Person" program, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, shown below: MS Forum Supported By: ALEXION and NOVARTIS -------------------------------------- CLICK HERE to View Flyer Gait and Movement Issues Depression, Anxiety and Mental Wellness in MS MS Treatment Option and Town Hall Q&A Meeting Q&A's after each presentation --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DATE: Tuesday, May 27th, 2025
- [Moving Mondays for MS - How to properly Walk with a Cane or Rollator/Walker - PT class](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/moving-mondays-with-ms/) - ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Please register for this event by clicking the orange "Register for Virtual Event" button, below Moving Mondays for MS – Physical Therapy Class ` Gretchen Hawley to demonstrate and speaking, about proper walking with mobility device ` Specific Physical Therapy For Those With Multiple Sclerosis — ` All programs for this series begin at 4pm
- [Understanding more about MS Treatments  (current & future) - in Columbus, OH](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/understanding-ms-treatments/) - TO RSVP, for this "In-Person" program, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, shown below: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Click HERE to view flyer • What are high-efficacy MS treatment therapies • Learn more about B- Cell Therapies • A look at BTK inhibitors in MS, what is it and how does it work • Getting your needs met when
- [Understanding Complex MS Treatment Options - (Event closed - sorry - out of space )](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/ms-treatments-rsvp-gvl_sc/) - TO RSVP, for this "In-Person" program, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, shown below: Supported by: Genentech, Novartis, Sanofi and TG Therapeutics -------------------------------------- CLICK HERE to View Flyer • Understanding High Efficacy MS treatment options • Learning more about B-Cell Therapies and BTK inhibitors • What to do about Pain that is ruining your sleep •
- [MS FORUM Special Educational Program](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/ms-forum/) - Scroll to review program topics and to click link to register for this Online Program The MS Forum - Gait issues, Depression, Treatments & Town Hall Q&A A special MS educational program focused on: * Physical Therapy, Gait, and Movement Issues * Mental Health and Wellness; Depression, Anxiety in MS * MS Relapse & MS
- [Learning More about Multiple Sclerosis in Dallas](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/ms_and_rare_disease/) - TO RSVP, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, shown below: Click HERE to view Flyer - Have you heard about the new Kinds of MS treatment options?! - Also, learn about potential Optic Issues with MS & other diseases - LEARN HOW to Advocate for yourself _________________________________________________________________ Program Date: April 26th, 2025 Check-in: 10:40am
- [Is it AGE or MS? (Gait, Pain & Fatigue issues) / Adaptive Devices, Being more independent -a Compass to MS Care program - B'ham](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/age-related-or-ms/) - TO RSVP, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, shown below: Is it Age related or is it MS? Learning about Gait Issues, Fatigue and Pain Understanding Assistive devices and how to be more independent Click HERE to view Flyer _________________________________________________________________ Date: April 23rd, 2025 5:45pm – Check-in 6:30pm – Program Begins Complimentary Dinner ...................................................................................................................... Location:
- [Understanding More about AGING in MS, Treatment Options & PT](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/understanding-more-about-aging-in-ms-treatment-options-pt-2/) - Please register using the ORANGE LINK showing below 1) Let’s Learn More About Multiple Sclerosis. What’s New? 2) How do I learn more about the Efficacious treatment options for Multiple Sclerosis? 3) Understanding more about Aging and MS. Are symptoms age related or are they MS? Managing MS Symptoms & Exercise During Seasonal Changes a)
- [COMPASS to MS Care - Is it Age related or is it MS?  - Virtual](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/is-it-age-related-or-is-it-ms/) - This online webinar begins at 6:30pm CT (7:30pm ET) Please register using the ORANGE LINK showing below PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button. Register For Virtual Event
- [Understanding More about MS Treatments (current & future)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/understanding-more-about-ms-treatments-current-future/) - Please register using the ORANGE LINK showing below - What are high-efficacy MS treatment therapies - Learn more about B-Cell Therapies - A look at BTK inhibitors in MS, what is it and how does it work - Preparing to have a conversation with your healthcare provider - Shared decisions - Getting your needs met
- [COMPASS to MS Care - Understanding High Efficacy Treatment Options](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/compass-to-ms-care-understanding-high-efficacy-treatment-options/) - Please register using the ORANGE LINK showing below • Understanding High-Efficacy MS treatment options • Learning more about B-Cell Therapies and BTK inhibitors • What to do about Pain that is “ruining” your sleep • Learn about Neuroplasticity for Multiple Sclerosis • Access to Care and Telehealth ** CHAIR YOGA demonstration and learning the benefits
- [TOWN HALL MEETING: What YOU need to know about Clinical Trials in MS, B-Cells meds and hopeful soon Treatments](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/town-hall-meeting_april2025/) - PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the ORANGE “Register For Virtual Event” button, showing below. PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button. If you do not have internet, please call (888) 871-1664 – Ext 105 Register For Virtual Event
- [Learning more about Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and similar Autoimmune Diseases (NMOSD, gmg and mogad) - Virtual](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/learn-about-multiple-sclerosis-ms-and-similar-rare-diseases/) - PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button. REGISTER to watch this program Listen to Dr. Subei and Brenda Zimmerman Plus: (3) Patient advocates - Each address their battle with their disease PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button. If you do not have internet, please call (888) 871-1664
- [Moving Mondays for MS – Upper Body Strengthening](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/moving-mondays-for-ms-upper-body-stregthening/) - Moving Mondays for MS – Physical Therapy Class Specific Physical Therapy For Those With Multiple Sclerosis — All programs for this series begin at 4pm ET – All classes are just one hour Join us each month for different topics to benefit the MS Community April - Upper Body Strengthening May - How to properly
- [2025 MS Wellness Summit - in Miami](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/2025-ms-wellness-summit/) - TO RSVP, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, showing below. EVENT SPONSORED BY: and -------------------------------------- MS Views and News Invites You to: The 2025 MS WELLNESS SUMMIT A Special Event Focused on Wellness for People Living with MS CLICK HERE to View Flyer Agenda 11:40am ET – Program Begins with Stuart’s Introductions 11:45am ET -
- [Learn about MS Immune system, Treatment options & Shared Decision Making in Mooresville, NC ( A Compass to MS Care event)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/ms-mooresville-nc/) - TO RSVP, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, shown below: Click HERE to view Flyer Understanding More about MS and The Immune System _________________________________________________________________ Date: Saturday - March 1st, 2025 10:40am ET –Check-in 11:30am ET – Program Begins Complimentary Lunch ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Location: Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte/Mooresville 159 Gateway Boulevard - Mooresville, NC 28117 TO RSVP,
- [MS in The BLACK COMMUNITY - Virtual](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/ms-in-the-black-community-virtual/) - Sponsored by: • Join the conversation about diversity and differences for people of color living with MS • Understanding historical impacts on access and health equities for communities of color today • Updates on current research, disease progression and new advancements in MS • Access to MS Care in Your Community; affordability, generics,
- [MS in Black Community - in Atlanta](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/ms-in-black-community/) - TO RSVP, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, showing below. Click HERE to View Flyer - Access to Care and Health Equities today, in People of Color - Disease Progression - Perspectives on disparity and access to care today and more ------------------------------------------------ Date: February 27th, 2025 Check-in at 5:45pm / Program Begins at 6:30pm Complimentary Dinner
- [MS Views NOW - SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY INCOME LAWS in current time](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/ms-views-now-social-security-disability-income-laws-in-current-time/) - Understanding What you Need to know about current views of Social Security law PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button. If you do not have internet, please call (888) 871-1664 – Ext 105 Register For Virtual Event
- [The Understated Benefits of  DANCE for people with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/the-understated-benefits-of-dance-for-people-with-ms/) - The Benefit of Dance for MS PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button. If you do not have internet, please call (888) 871-1664 – Ext 105 Register For Virtual Event
- [(event closed-out) Is it Age or MS Related? - A Compass to MS Care program (in Fort Myers)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/age-or-ms/) - TO RSVP, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, shown below: Click HERE to view Flyer _________________________________________________________________ Date: February 12th, 2025 5:45pm – Check-in 6:30pm – Program Begins Complimentary Dinner ...................................................................................................................... Location: Crowne Plaza Fort Myers (near airport) 9931 Interstate Commerce Drive Fort Myers, FL TO RSVP, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, Showing below. If
- ["Town Hall Meeting" - Ai Technology & MS Care -with Aaron Boster, MD - an MS Views NOW event](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/town-hall-meeting-with-boster/) - SCROLL down, to register for this program Dr. Boster talks about Ai technology and your MS healthcare. Plus Q&A Program Location: Virtual ___________________________________________________________________ PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button. If you do not have internet, please call (888) 871-1664 – Ext 105 Register For Virtual Event
- [Is it AGE-related OR is it MS?](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/age-related-or-is-it-ms/) - PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button. If you do not have internet, please call (888) 871-1664 – Ext 105 Register For Virtual Event
- [The MS Mental Wellness Chat -  Mastering a Positive Mindset (virtual program)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/the-ms-mental-wellness-chat-mastering-a-positive-mindset-virtual-program/) - MS Mental Wellness Chat - Mastering a Positive Mindset Program Location: Virtual ___________________________________________________________________ PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button. If you do not have internet, please call (888) 871-1664 – Ext 105 Register For Virtual Event The MS Mental Wellness Chat series - Welcome! February 26th - Mastering a Positive Mindset
- [Understanding More about MS and The Immune System - Virtual](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/understanding-more-about-ms-and-the-immune-system-virtual/) - - Learning More about MS and the Immune System - Resilience Building in Your MS Journey REGISTER to watch this program PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button. If you do not have internet, please call (888) 871-1664 – Ext 105 Register For Virtual Event
- [2025 - MS WELLNESS SUMMIT  - Virtual](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/2025-ms-wellness-summit-virtual/) - A special MS educational event offering avenues of Wellness and lifestyle for people living with MS. REGISTER to watch this program PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button. If you do not have internet, please call (888) 871-1664 – Ext 105 Register For Virtual Event
- [Moving Mondays for MS – Urinary, Bowel and Pelvic Floor Therapy](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/moving-mondays-for-ms-urinary-bowel-and-pelvic-floor-therapy/) - Moving Mondays for MS – Physical Therapy Class Specific Physical Therapy For Those With Multiple Sclerosis — All programs for this series begin at 4pm ET – All classes are just one hour Join us each month for different topics to benefit the MS Community March 10th - Urinary, Bowel and Pelvic Floor Therapy
- [The MS Mental Wellness Chat -  Strength in Connection: Social Support that is Healing (virtual program)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/the-ms-mental-wellness-chat-strength-in-connection-social-support-that-is-healing-virtual-program/) - MS Mental Wellness Chat - Strength in Connection: Social Support that is Healing 1. Why a strong social circle is your mental wellness superpower. 2. Strengthen your bonds and build lasting support systems. 3. Discover your tribe: finding local and online support groups. Program Location: Virtual ___________________________________________________________________ PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For
- [The MS Mental Wellness Chat -  Helping Fatigue with Emotional Health (virtual program)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/the-ms-mental-wellness-chat-helping-fatigue-with-emotional-health-virtual-program/) - MS Mental Wellness Chat - Helping Fatigue with Emotional Health - NOW ON APRIL 30 1. Uncover the powerful connection between mental health and MS fatigue. 2. Energize your day with simple mental wellness strategies. 3. Fight fatigue with relaxation techniques that refresh your mind Program Location: Virtual ___________________________________________________________________ PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange
- [The MS Mental Wellness Chat - Sleep Smart for a Better Tomorrow (virtual program)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/the-ms-mental-wellness-chat-sleep-smart-for-a-better-tomorrow-virtual-program/) - MS Mental Wellness Chat - Sleep Smart for a Better Tomorrow 1. Unlock the sleep-mental wellness connection in MS. 2. Create sleep routines that soothe your mind and body. 3. Rest easy with relaxation techniques that boost sleep quality. Program Location: Virtual ___________________________________________________________________ PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button. If you do
- [The MS Mental Wellness Chat - Healing Through Grief and Loss (virtual program)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/the-ms-mental-wellness-chat-healing-through-grief-and-loss-virtual-program/) - MS Mental Wellness Chat - Healing Through Grief and Loss 1. Navigate the emotional landscape of grieving physical and cognitive changes. 2. Process feelings of loss in healthy, empowering ways. 3. Build a support network to guide you through grief toward hope. Program Location: Virtual ___________________________________________________________________ PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual
- [The MS Mental Wellness Chat - Creativity: An Emotional Escape Route (virtual program)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/the-ms-mental-wellness-chat-creativity-an-emotional-escape-route-virtual-program/) - MS Mental Wellness Chat - Creativity: An Emotional Escape Route 1. Use art, music, or writing to channel your emotions. 2. Create a personal routine to express your feelings through creativity. 3. Share your creative journey and connect with others through art. Program Location: Virtual ___________________________________________________________________ PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual
- [The MS Mental Wellness Chat - Balancing Independence and Asking for Support (virtual program)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/the-ms-mental-wellness-chat-balancing-independence-and-asking-for-support-virtual-program/) - MS Mental Wellness Chat - Balancing Independence and Asking for Support 1. Face the emotional challenge of balancing independence with MS. 2. Learn how to ask for help with confidence and grace. 3. Cultivate strategies to harmonize self-reliance with a strong support system. Program Location: Virtual ___________________________________________________________________ PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For
- [The MS Mental Wellness Chat - Mastering Healthy Communication (virtual program)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/the-ms-mental-wellness-chat-mastering-healthy-communication-virtual-program/) - MS Mental Wellness Chat - Mastering Healthy Communication 1. Learn to express your needs with clarity and confidence. 2. Tackle tough conversations with assertiveness and understanding. 3. Build communication skills that strengthen your relationships. Program Location: Virtual ___________________________________________________________________ PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button. If you do not have internet, please call
- [Understanding More About MS and Treatment Options](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/learning-about-multiple-sclerosis/) - Click ORANGE Registration button, showing below, to RSVP -How do I learn more of the Efficacious treatment options for Multiple Sclerosis? - Discussion on disease Progression and PIRA. -Shared Decision Making: How do I choose which medication is best for me? Plus, An Interactive & demonstrative presentation offering ways to enhance movement for people living
- [2025 CHAIR PILATES - "Stretching Saturdays" with Bri - Virtual](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/2025-chair-pilates/) - 2025 CHAIR PILATES - "Stretching Saturdays" with Bri Connect on day of event on Zoom. Zoom information will be sent 24-30 hours prior to the program. If you do not receive the link we are sorry but for all registered prior to within 30 hours of the program, will receive the link by email. To
- [Moving Mondays for MS – Leg Strengthening for MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/moving-mondays-for-ms-leg-strengthening-for-ms/) - Moving Mondays for MS – Physical Therapy Class Specific Physical Therapy For Those With Multiple Sclerosis — All programs for this series begin at 4pm ET – All classes are just one hour Join us each month for different topics to benefit the MS Community February 10th - Leg Strengthening for MS March 10th
- [The MS Mental Wellness Chat -  THRIVING in UNCERTAINTY (virtual program)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/the-ms-mental-wellness/) - PLEASE Register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Register For Virtual Event” button Program Location: Virtual ___________________________________________________________________ If you do not have internet, please call (888) 871-1664 – Ext 105 Register For Virtual Event The MS Mental Wellness Chat series - Welcome! • January 29 - THRIVING in UNCERTAINTY • February 26 - Mastering a
- [(sold-out) Understanding More About MS and Treatment Options, a Compass to MS Care event (in Melbourne-Viera, FL)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/understanding-more-about-ms/) - TO RSVP, PLEASE Click the: Orange RSVP ‘Going’ button, Showing below::: Click HERE to view Flyer Understanding More About MS and Treatment Options Guest Speaker: Scott L. Gold, MD - Neurologist at Health First Medical Group, Melbourne, FL TOPICS: 1) Let’s Learn More About Multiple Sclerosis and Disease progression. What is PIRA? 2) How do I learn
- [Medicare and YOU - What you Should know, pre & post age 65](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/medicare-and-you/) - SCROLL DOWNWARD to the ORANGE GOING BUTTON to RSVP Program Location: Virtual Medicare and You : What you Should know Pre-and-Post, AGE 65 Please register (RSVP) by clicking the orange “Going” button below.
- [Moving Mondays for MS – Let's Learn about Neuroplasticity and Functional Exercise](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/moving-mondays-for-ms-lets-learn-about-neuroplasticity-and-functional-exercise/) - Moving Mondays for MS – Physical Therapy Class Specific Physical Therapy For Those With Multiple Sclerosis — All programs for this series begin at 4pm ET – All classes are just one hour Join us each month for different topics to benefit the MS Community January 13th - Let's Learn about Neuroplasticity and Functional

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- [About Stuart](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/about-stuart/)
- [Caregiver related](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/caregiver-related/)
- [Ai for MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/ai-for-ms/)
- [Brain Health](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/brain-health/)
- [Urologic Symptoms](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/urologic-symptoms/)
- [SPMS-PPMS News](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/spms-ppms-news/)
- [#COVID-19](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/covid-19/)
- [MS PODCASTS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/ms-podcasts/)
- [Digital Therapeutics](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/digital-therapeutics/)
- [Tysabri](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/tysabri/)
- [Pediatric MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/pediatric-ms/)
- [MIGRAINE](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/migraine/)
- [General](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/general/)
- [MS in Rural & Underserved communities](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/ms-in-rural-underserved-communities/)
- [Ask an MS Nurse](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/ask-an-ms-nurse/)
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- [CANNABIS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/cannabis/)
- [Family Planning with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/family-planning-with-ms/)
- [Noticias de Esclerosis Múltiple](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/noticias-de-esclerosis-multiple/)
- [MS Genetic Research](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/ms-genetic-research/)
- [Facts of MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/facts-of-ms/)
- [Parkinson's info](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/parkinsons-info/)
- [Virtual MS event](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/virtual-ms-event/)
- [FUNDRAISING](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/fundraising/)
- [Neurology LIVE](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/neurology-live/)
- [When others need assistance](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/when-others-need-assistance/)
- [CMSC related](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/cmsc-related/)
- [MS in Rural America](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/ms-in-rural-america/)
- [Chronic News](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/chronic-news/)
- [ACTRIMS-CMSC-ECTRIMS.](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/actrims-cmsc-ectrims/)
- [Lemtrada](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/lemtrada/)
- [March MS Awareness Month](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/march-ms-awareness-month/)
- [Medical Updates -Non MS Related](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/medical-updates-non-ms-related/)
- [Telemedicine](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/telemedicine/)
- [News from the MS Foundation](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/news-from-the-ms-foundation/)
- [TOOLS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/tools/)
- [Misc. Entertainment](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/misc-entertainment/)
- [Stu's Views and MS News](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/stus-views-and-ms-news/)
- [SSDI](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/ssdi/)
- [MS CLINICIAN DIGEST](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/ms-clinician-digest/)
- [Oral MS Medications](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/oral-ms-medications/)
- [MS Awareness Month](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/ms-awareness-month/)
- [LDN](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/ldn/)
- [News from MS.About.com](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/news-from-ms-about-com/)
- [Disability Travel](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/disability-travel/)
- [Anxiety & Depression](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/anxiety-depression/)
- [Anxiety & Depression](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/mental-health/anxiety-depression-mental-health/)
- [Chronic Illness](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/chronic-illness/)
- [Alzheimer’s and Dementia](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/alzheimers-and-dementia/)
- [MS Exercise, Yoga, Tai Chi, Pilates](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/ms-exercise-yoga-tai-chi-pilates/)
- [Cell-Based Therapies for MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/cell-based-therapies-for-ms/)
- [Advocacy](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/advocacy/)
- [AutoImmune Diseases](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/autoimmune-diseases/)
- [NMOSD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/autoimmune-diseases/nmosd/)
- [MOGAD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/autoimmune-diseases/mogad/)
- [Myasthenia Gravis (mg) /General Myasthenia Gravis (gmg)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/autoimmune-diseases/myasthenia-gravis-mg-general-myasthenia-gravis-gmg/)
- [Car-T Cell Therapy](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/car-t-cell-therapy/)
- [MS Treatments](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/category/ms-treatments/)

## Tags

- [Multiple Sclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/multiple-sclerosis/)
- [MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ms/)
- [MS Treatments](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ms-treatments/)
- [Research Updates](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/research-updates/)
- [MRI](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mri/)
- [Pediatric MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/pediatric-ms/)
- [Travel](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/travel/)
- [An Empowered Spirit](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/an-empowered-spirit/)
- [Sleep](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/sleep/)
- [Cathy Chester](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/cathy-chester/)
- [#BrainStimulation](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/brainstimulation/)
- [#MSCognition](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mscognition/)
- [#PhysicalTherapy #PT #Physical Therapy](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/physicaltherapy-pt-physical-therapy/)
- [#Briumvi](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/briumvi/)
- [#StephenKriegerMD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/stephenkriegermd/)
- [#MSRelapse](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/msrelapse/)
- [#MSTreatments](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mstreatments/)
- [NMOSD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/nmosd/)
- [NeuroMyeltisOpticaSpectrumDisorder](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/neuromyeltisopticaspectrumdisorder/)
- [ImmuneAttacks](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/immuneattacks/)
- [Heidi Crayton](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/heidi-crayton/)
- [#multipleSclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/multiplesclerosis/)
- [#Access to care](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/access-to-care/)
- [#JonathanCalkwoodMD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/jonathancalkwoodmd/)
- [#MSSymptomManagementmedications](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mssymptommanagementmedications/)
- [Christina Applegate](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/christina-applegate/)
- [Jamie Lynn Sigler](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/jamie-lynn-sigler/)
- [#Waite Park MN](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/waite-park-mn/)
- [St. Cloud MN](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/st-cloud-mn/)
- [Wheelchair comfort](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/wheelchair-comfort/)
- [wheelchair cushions](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/wheelchair-cushions/)
- [Functional Medicine](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/functional-medicine/)
- [GretchenHawleyDPT](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/gretchenhawleydpt/)
- [#Tyruko](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/tyruko/)
- [#Tysabri](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/tysabri/)
- [#MSmedications](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/msmedications/)
- [#MSawarenessMonth](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/msawarenessmonth/)
- [DanielKantorMD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/danielkantormd/)
- [#MSDiagnosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/msdiagnosis/)
- [#LisaDoggett](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/lisadoggett/)
- [#earlyDiagnosisandTreatment](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/earlydiagnosisandtreatment/)
- [#InvisibleMSSymptoms](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/invisiblemssymptoms/)
- [Itching](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/itching/)
- [Erectile Dysfunction](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/erectile-dysfunction/)
- [MS Symptoms](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ms-symptoms/)
- [Stress & MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/stress-ms/)
- [Accessibility](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/accessibility/)
- [#Exercise](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/exercise/)
- [Foot Drop](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/foot-drop/)
- [the Freight Elevator Quartet](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/the-freight-elevator-quartet/)
- [#CovidPandemic](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/covidpandemic/)
- [#Relaxation](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/relaxation/)
- [Stephen Krieger](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/stephen-krieger/)
- [#VisualHealth](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/visualhealth/)
- [National MS Society](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/national-ms-society/)
- [#smolderingMS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/smolderingms/)
- [#injectionTherapy](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/injectiontherapy/)
- [NMSS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/nmss/)
- [MS Research](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ms-research/)
- [#MarcusNeuroscienceInstitute](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/marcusneuroscienceinstitute/)
- [#BocaRegionalHospital](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/bocaregionalhospital/)
- [#PediatricMS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/pediatricms/)
- [rituximab](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/rituximab/)
- [Immunotherapy](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/immunotherapy/)
- [kesimpta](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/kesimpta/)
- [ocrevus](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ocrevus/)
- [white blood cells](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/white-blood-cells/)
- [anti-CD20](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/anti-cd20/)
- [Optic issues](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/optic-issues/)
- [Autoimmune](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/autoimmune/)
- [co-morbid](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/co-morbid/)
- [Accessible transport](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/accessible-transport/)
- [Accessible travel](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/accessible-travel/)
- [Depression](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/depression/)
- [mental illness](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mental-illness/)
- [UTI](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/uti/)
- [#GoodRxHealth](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/goodrxhealth/)
- [gait issues](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/gait-issues/)
- [walking issues](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/walking-issues/)
- [Ageing with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ageing-with-ms/)
- [SPMS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/spms/)
- [Counseling](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/counseling/)
- [Medications](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/medications/)
- [Drug Programs](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/drug-programs/)
- [medicare](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/medicare/)
- [medicaid](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/medicaid/)
- [private insurance](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/private-insurance/)
- [Accessible Housing](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/accessible-housing/)
- [Mesenchymal Stem Cells](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mesenchymal-stem-cells/)
- [#MSFatigue](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/msfatigue/)
- [#MSPain](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mspain/)
- [#MSNumbness](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/msnumbness/)
- [#MSWeakness](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/msweakness/)
- [Hadassah Medical Organization’s Multiple Sclerosis Center](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/hadassah-medical-organizations-multiple-sclerosis-center/)
- [Prof. Dimitrios Karussis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/prof-dimitrios-karussis/)
- [B cells](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/b-cells/)
- [T cells](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/t-cells/)
- [Researcg](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/researcg/)
- [autoimmune disease](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/autoimmune-disease/)
- [Medicare disaster resources](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/medicare-disaster-resources/)
- [Mobility equipment](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mobility-equipment/)
- [Shelters](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/shelters/)
- [medication](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/medication/)
- [Durable medical equipment](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/durable-medical-equipment/)
- [Myelin Sheath](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/myelin-sheath/)
- [Demyelination](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/demyelination/)
- [Axons](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/axons/)
- [exercise](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/exercise-2/)
- [MS Strategies](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ms-strategies/)
- [PIRA](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/pira/)
- [Understanding PIRA in MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/understanding-pira-in-ms/)
- [Swim walking](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/swim-walking/)
- [water therapy](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/water-therapy/)
- [Speech Therapy](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/speech-therapy/)
- [Swallowing problems](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/swallowing-problems/)
- [MS Exercise](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ms-exercise/)
- [MS Nutrition](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ms-nutrition/)
- [Finding an MS Neurologist](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/finding-an-ms-neurologist/)
- [Bladder issues](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/bladder-issues/)
- [Itching in MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/itching-in-ms/)
- [Aaron Boster MD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/aaron-boster-md/)
- [Medical Marijuana](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/medical-marijuana/)
- [Neuro Filament Light (NFL)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/neuro-filament-light-nfl/)
- [#AaronBoster](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/aaronboster/)
- [Effective MS Therapies](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/effective-ms-therapies/)
- [Brain Volume](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/brain-volume/)
- [MS Lesions](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ms-lesions/)
- [Tibial nerve stimulation](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/tibial-nerve-stimulation/)
- [sexual dysfunction related to MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/sexual-dysfunction-related-to-ms/)
- [Pathways to Cures Roadmap](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/pathways-to-cures-roadmap/)
- [stem cells](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/stem-cells/)
- [medical ethics](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/medical-ethics/)
- [remyelination](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/remyelination/)
- [clinical trials](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/clinical-trials/)
- [neuroinflammation](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/neuroinflammation/)
- [NIH](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/nih/)
- [concomitant medications (con-meds)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/concomitant-medications-con-meds/)
- [Covid-19](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/covid-19/)
- [Chronic Pain](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/chronic-pain/)
- [MOG](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mog/)
- [GMG](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/gmg/)
- [BTK inhibitor](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/btk-inhibitor/)
- [FDA](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/fda/)
- [Heart Failure](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/heart-failure/)
- [heart condition](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/heart-condition/)
- [aFib](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/afib/)
- [Sleep disorders](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/sleep-disorders/)
- [Mental Health](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mental-health/)
- [Autoimmune comorbidities](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/autoimmune-comorbidities/)
- [MS Comorbidities](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ms-comorbidities/)
- [Cardiovascular](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/cardiovascular/)
- [Vascular comorbidities](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/vascular-comorbidities/)
- [SeniorCare](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/seniorcare/)
- [InsuranceDelays](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/insurancedelays/)
- [Health Insurance](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/health-insurance/)
- [Restless Leg Syndrome](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/restless-leg-syndrome/)
- [Patient Advocacy](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/patient-advocacy/)
- [Medicare updates](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/medicare-updates/)
- [Air Travel](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/air-travel/)
- [Transportation](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/transportation/)
- [Menopause & MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/menopause-ms/)
- [#Numbness](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/numbness/)
- [#Burning](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/burning/)
- [#itching](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/itching-2/)
- [#tingling](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/tingling/)
- [#Neuro Pain](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/neuro-pain/)
- [#dysesthesia](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/dysesthesia/)
- [#Neuropathic Pain](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/neuropathic-pain/)
- [#Mogad](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mogad/)
- [#RareDisease](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/raredisease/)
- [#AutoImmune](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/autoimmune-2/)
- [#MyastaniaGravis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/myastaniagravis/)
- [#Epstein-Barr Virus](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/epstein-barr-virus/)
- [#EBV](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ebv/)
- [#RIS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ris/)
- [#MSHUG](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mshug/)
- [#OpticIssues](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/opticissues/)
- [#BRAIN](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/brain/)
- [#Motorskills](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/motorskills/)
- [#SexandMS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/sexandms/)
- [#MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ms-2/)
- [#MSSymptoms](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mssymptoms/)
- [#MakingMSBoring](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/makingmsboring/)
- [#Myelin](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/myelin/)
- [#spasticity](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/spasticity/)
- [#MuscleSpasms](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/musclespasms/)
- [#Spasms](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/spasms/)
- [#Hydration](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/hydration/)
- [#Stretching](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/stretching/)
- [MultipleSclerosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/multiplesclerosis-2/)
- [#Fatigue](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/fatigue/)
- [#neuropathicPain](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/neuropathicpain/)
- [#AssistiveMobility](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/assistivemobility/)
- [#physicalTherapy](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/physicaltherapy/)
- [#occupationalTherapy](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/occupationaltherapy/)
- [#walkingaids](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/walkingaids/)
- [#podiatrist](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/podiatrist/)
- [#botox](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/botox/)
- [#functionalElectricalNerveStimulation](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/functionalelectricalnervestimulation/)
- [#MS HUG](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ms-hug/)
- [#MSAgeism](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/msageism/)
- [#MSAging](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/msaging/)
- [#MSDisability](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/msdisability/)
- [#anti-CD20](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/anti-cd20-2/)
- [#tolebrutinib](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/tolebrutinib-2/)
- [#Indoor Exercise](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/indoor-exercise/)
- [#Loneliness](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/loneliness/)
- [Ai Technology](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ai-technology/)
- [Artificial Intelligence](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/artificial-intelligence/)
- [#FutureHealthcare](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/futurehealthcare/)
- [#AI](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ai/)
- [#AccessibleParking](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/accessibleparking/)
- [Complimentary Medicine](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/complimentary-medicine/)
- [Integrative Wellness](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/integrative-wellness/)
- [MS Clinical Depression](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ms-clinical-depression/)
- [MS Sadness](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ms-sadness/)
- [Mindfulness](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mindfulness/)
- [Copaxone](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/copaxone/)
- [Glatiramer acetate](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/glatiramer-acetate/)
- [#MSBLADDER](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/msbladder/)
- [#MSImmuneSystem](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/msimmunesystem/)
- [#MSCommunication_tool](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mscommunication_tool/)
- [#STEMCELLS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/stemcells/)
- [#MSNutrition](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/msnutrition/)
- [#MSWELLNESS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mswellness/)
- [#MSDIet](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/msdiet/)
- [#MSDepression](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/msdepression/)
- [#MSHealth](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mshealth/)
- [#MSLifestyle](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mslifestyle/)
- [#MSRelaxation](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/msrelaxation/)
- [#MeganWeigel](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/meganweigel/)
- [Multiple Sclerosi](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/multiple-sclerosi/)
- [North Carolina](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/north-carolina/)
- [Mooresville](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mooresville/)
- [Max Carraro](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/max-carraro/)
- [Jessica S Thomas](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/jessica-s-thomas/)
- [MS Immune system](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ms-immune-system/)
- [Holistic Medicine](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/holistic-medicine/)
- [#DALLAS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/dallas/)
- [#BrainHealthTM](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/brainhealthtm/)
- [#BrainHealth(TM)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/brainhealthtm-2/)
- [#MSBH](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/msbh/)
- [#OHPF](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ohpf/)
- [#MSTimeMatters](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mstimematters/)
- [#NMOSDTimeMatters](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/nmosdtimematters/)
- [#MOGADTimeMatters](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mogadtimematters/)
- [MOGAD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mogad-2/)
- [Multiple Sclerosis Awareness](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/multiple-sclerosis-awareness/)
- [ELECTRIC_JOLT](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/electric_jolt/)
- [PAIN](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/pain-2/)
- [SHOCK-Like](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/shock-like/)
- [dysesthesia](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/dysesthesia-2/)
- [MS Clinical Trials](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ms-clinical-trials/)
- [MS Pipeline Therapies](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ms-pipeline-therapies/)
- [BTK inhibitors](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/btk-inhibitors/)
- [B-Cell therapy](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/b-cell-therapy/)
- [Cellular Therapies](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/cellular-therapies/)
- [Visual issues](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/visual-issues/)
- [NeuroPai](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/neuropai/)
- [neuroPain](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/neuropain/)
- [Independent living](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/independent-living/)
- [assistive devices](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/assistive-devices/)
- [Retirement Savings](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/retirement-savings/)
- [#SLEEP](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/sleep-2/)
- [LumbarPuncture](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/lumbarpuncture/)
- [SPINAL TAP](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/spinal-tap/)
- [Neurofilaments](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/neurofilaments/)
- [MS Diagnosis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ms-diagnosis/)
- [#falls #fallingdown](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/falls-fallingdown/)
- [#mobilityscooters](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mobilityscooters/)
- [#travel](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/travel-2/)
- [#Advocacy](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/advocacy/)
- [#HERCULES Study](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/hercules-study/)
- [Self-Advocacy](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/self-advocacy/)
- [VETS with MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/vets-with-ms/)
- [#VeteranswithMS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/veteranswithms/)
- [#charlesschwab](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/charlesschwab/)
- [#investments](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/investments/)
- [@charlesschwab](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/charlesschwab-2/)
- [WORLD MS DAY](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/world-ms-day/)
- [Uhthoff's Syndrome](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/uhthoffs-syndrome/)
- [Uhthoff's Phenomenon](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/uhthoffs-phenomenon/)
- [#RelapsingMS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/relapsingms/)
- [Relapsing MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/relapsing-ms/)
- [HispanicPatients](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/hispanicpatients/)
- [BlackMSPatients](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/blackmspatients/)
- [Disability Progression in MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/disability-progression-in-ms/)
- [Disease progression](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/disease-progression/)
- [Smoldering MS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/smoldering-ms/)
- [#MS #HealthlineNews #STRESS](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ms-healthlinenews-stress/)
- [#journaling](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/journaling/)
- [#foralumab](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/foralumab/)
- [#robertmotl](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/robertmotl/)
- [#GavinGiovannoni](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/gavingiovannoni/)
- [#MSSexualdysfunction](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mssexualdysfunction/)
- [#ED](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ed/)
- [#ErectileDysfunction](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/erectiledysfunction-2/)
- [#SexualDysfunction](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/sexualdysfunction/)
- [#Car-T](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/car-t/)
- [#car-tCellularTherapy](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/car-tcellulartherapy/)
- [#FootDrop](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/footdrop/)
- [ALZHEIMER's (AD)](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/alzheimers-ad/)
- [AD](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ad/)
- [Caregiving](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/caregiving/)
- [#GoatMilk](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/goatmilk/)
- [DISABILITY PROGRESSION](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/disability-progression/)
- [Cognitive Disability](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/cognitive-disability/)
- [#neuroplasticity](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/neuroplasticity/)
- [MS SYMPOSIUM ALABAMA 2025](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ms-symposium-alabama-2025/)
- [2025 MS Symposium Alabama](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/2025-ms-symposium-alabama/)
- [#BRAINFOG](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/brainfog/)
- [#mswarrior](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/mswarrior/)
- [#drivingsafety](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/drivingsafety/)
- [#GUTBATERIA](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/gutbateria/)
- [#VisionIssues](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/visionissues/)
- [#OpticNeuritis](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/opticneuritis/)
- [#MS Exercise](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/ms-exercise-2/)
- [#FASTING](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/tag/fasting/)

## Event Categories

- [In-Person](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/category/in-person/)
- [Virtual](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/event/category/virtual/)

## Portfolio Categories

- [Commercial](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/services-category/commercial/)
- [Residential](https://staging.msviewsandnews.org/services-category/residential/)