Altering The Immune System to Reverse Paralysis: Mouse Study
An experimental treatment can generate immune cells that migrate to the brain and prevent attacks against myelin, allowing mice the ability to regain walking skills.... Read More...
autoimmune diseases
Researchers Find Another Immune System Link Science Said Didn’t Exist
A groundbreaking new study reveals an unexpected interaction between men's testes and the immune system. Additionally, the findings could help explain the development of certain autoimmune disorders and why some cancer vaccines are ineffective.... Read More...
New Gene Interaction Associated With Increased Multiple Sclerosis Risk
A new study reports a three fold risk for people who carry variants of two specific genes in developing multiple sclerosis.... Read More...
Curb Your Immune Enthusiasm
Researchers discover a way in which to prevent immune attacks on viruses used as therapeutic treatments.... Read More...
Biomarker to Speed Diagnosis of Brain and Spinal Cord Inflammation Identified
Researchers have identified a new biomarker for spinal cord and brain inflammation.... Read More...
Overlooked Molecules May Revolutionize Understanding of the Immune System
In a historic breakthrough, researchers have discovered thousands of new immune system signals. The findings hold potential implications for immunotherapies, autoimmune disease treatments and vaccine developments.... Read More...
Toys and Enriched Surroundings Can Help Fight Infection: Mouse Study
Researchers report mice living in an enriched environment and stimulating surroundings have healthier immune systems.... Read More...
Reprogramming Lymph Nodes to Fight Multiple Sclerosis
Reprogramming lymph nodes could help to 'turn off' harmful immune attacks that occur in Multiple Sclerosis while keeping the immune system intact, a new study reports.... Read More...
Yoga May Help Combat Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis
A new study reports low impact exercise, such as yoga and swimming, can help improve certain symptoms of multiple sclerosis.... Read More...
Zika Virus May Also Be Tied to Another Brain Disorder
Researchers report the Zika virus may also be tied to an automimmune disease that attacks myelin similar to multiple sclerosis.... Read More...
HIV Drugs Interfere With Brain’s “Insulation”
Common antiretroviral therapies used to treat HIV/AIDS can disrupt the function of oligodendrocytes which are critical for the manufacturing of myelin, a new study reports.... Read More...
Pregnancy Hormone Helps Multiple Sclerosis Patients Avoid Relapse
Patients with RRMS who took the pregnancy hormone estriol in combination with their regular medication were able to avoid relapse, a new study reports.... Read More...