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·August 27, 2018·3 min read

Possible New Ways to Regenerate Myelin

Researchers successfully used a synthetic compound to stimulate a receptor pathway to promote remyelination in the brain. The technique may have significant beneficial implications for treating multiple sclerosis, researchers say.

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·August 21, 2018·4 min read

Exercise Means Much More than Moving for Those with Multiple Sclerosis

For people with multiple sclerosis, exercise and physical activity mean much more than simply keeping fit. Researchers say exercise helps those with MS better cope with their condition and helps to maintain their identity beyond their diagnosis.

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·July 10, 2018·5 min read

Vitamin D No Defense Against Dementia or MS

Researchers report they have found little convincing evidence to support the claim vitamin D is a neuroprotective agent.

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·July 9, 2018·6 min read

Can Fasting Improve Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms?

A new study reveals intermittent fasting successfully reduces multiple sclerosis like symptoms. Mice who fasted every other day were less likely to develop motor problems associated with the disease.

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·June 20, 2018·4 min read

Mechanism Controlling Multiple Sclerosis Risk Identified

Researchers have identified a new mechanism of a risk gene for multiple sclerosis that triggers the disease via epigentic regulation. The study reports a protective genetic variant can reduce the risk of multiple sclerosis through the same mechanism.

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·June 4, 2018·7 min read

In MS, Disintegrating Brain Lesions May Indicate the Disease is Getting Worse

A new study reports the atrophy of brain lesion volume predicts the development of more physical disabilities associated with multiple sclerosis.

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·May 28, 2018·4 min read

No Link Between HPV Vaccine and Autoimmune Disorder Risk

Researchers report they have found no increased risk of autoimmune diseases in girls who received the HPV4 vaccine. The study adds to a growing body of evidence for the safety of the vaccine.

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·May 23, 2018·4 min read

‘Seeing’ Music or ‘Tasting’ Numbers? What We Can Learn From Those With Synesthesia

Researchers take a deeper look at synesthesia, revealing the condition could be linked to some autoimmune diseases. The paper also reports synesthetes have better memory and are more creative than those without the disorder.

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·May 16, 2018·4 min read

How the Gut Influences Neurological Diseases

Researchers examine the role gut bacteria plays in the development of neurological disorders. Using mouse models of multiple sclerosis, researchers found compounds generated from the breakdown of tryptophan can cross the blood-brain barrier and activate anti-inflammatory pathways that limit neurodegeneration. Activation of these pathway have also been linked to Alzheimer's and brain cancers.

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·May 15, 2018·4 min read

First Clues to the Causes of Multiple Sclerosis

Researchers report TOX, a DNA binding factor, may play a significant role in triggering multiple sclerosis. The study reports TOX promotes T cells to initiate autoimmune tissue destruction in the brain.

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·May 8, 2018·4 min read

Study Challenges Conventional Belief About Origins of Multiple Sclerosis

A new study challenges conventional thought on the origins of multiple sclerosis. Researchers say biochemical injury to myelin appears to trigger an immune response that leads to additional damage as a result of inflammation. The new theory challenges the view that MS is primarily at autoimmune disease at origin.