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·July 12, 2017·3 min read

Breastfeeding May Lower Multiple Sclerosis Risks for Mom

A new study published in Neurology reports a link between breastfeeding and a reduced risk of developing multiple sclerosis. The study reports women who breastfed for a total of 15 months over one or more pregnancies were less likely to develop MS than those who either breastfed for four months or didn't breastfeed at all.

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·July 10, 2017·5 min read

Hidden Herpes Virus May Play Role in Multiple Sclerosis and Other Brain Disorders

A new study in Scientific Reports concludes human herpesvirus 6 may impair the brain's ability to repair itself in demylination diseases, such as multiple sclerosis. HHV-6 is the most common human herpes virus, with an estimated 80% of people being exposed to infection during childhood. Researchers found the virus produces a protein that can impair the ability of brain cells to repair damaged myelin.

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·June 6, 2017·4 min read

A Star is Born: Lesser Known Brain Cells Take Center Stage

Researchers have derived a new method for deriving astrocytes from stem cells, opening the door to new research into neuroinflammatory diseases.

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·May 22, 2017·5 min read

Experimental Therapy for Immune Diseases Hits Achilles Heel of Activated T Cells

PPCA treatment shown to provide therapeutic benefit in mouse models of hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis and multiple sclerosis.

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·May 19, 2017·3 min read

New Biomarkers For Multiple Sclerosis Pathogenesis

Researchers identify new biomarkers associated with multiple sclerosis pathogenesis.

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·May 15, 2017·4 min read

Potential Risk of Common Multiple Sclerosis Treatment Discovered

Researchers detail possible adverse reactions, from stroke to depression, for a common medication given to help treat multiple sclerosis.

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·May 10, 2017·5 min read

Multiple Sclerosis and Stroke Patients Walk Significantly Better With Neural Stimulation

Researchers improve the ability to walk in patients with multiple sclerosis and stroke survivors with the help of functional electrical stimulation.

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·May 10, 2017·3 min read

Trigger For Autoimmune Disease Identified

Researchers have discovered a possible trigger for autoimmune diseases such as lupus, Crohn's disease and MS. Findings may explain how women are more susceptible to autoimmune disorders than men.