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March 14, 2018

Future T-Cell Targeting: Temp Tattoos to Treat MS?

A recent lab study has found a way of inactivating immune T-cells by injecting antioxidant-filled nanoparticles under the skin, which could revolutionize multiple sclerosis treatment in the future — ... Read more

March 13, 2018

9 Tips to Self-Manage Your Multiple Sclerosis

According to the Mayo Clinic, there are several common everyday ways to help you self-manage your multiple sclerosis. Here are a handful of examples to help you feel better in your ... Read more

March 8, 2018

The Histopathology of Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic illness that presents many different symptoms since it can affect any part of the human body. MORE: How massage and bodywork is used to treat MS patients ... Read more

March 7, 2018

The Importance of Diet and Nutrition in Multiple Sclerosis

Living with multiple sclerosis means having to consider some lifestyle changes, adapted routines and taking extra care of yourself. Diet and nutrition are extremely important for everyone, but for ... Read more

March 5, 2018

How JK Rowling Helped Fight Multiple Sclerosis

There are many celebrities who use their status for good causes. Actors and actresses, singers, writers. Some of them are very well-known by everyone, loved and cherished by people ... Read more

March 2, 2018March 2, 2018

How a Service Dog Changed This MS Patient’s Life

We’ve heard from many members of the MS community that service or therapy dogs can provide incredible comfort to patients and their families. From helping with mobility to reducing ... Read more

February 28, 2018

MS and Yoga: How the Ancient Discipline Can Help MS Patients

Mindy Eisenberg is the author of the book Adaptive Yoga Moves Any Body and Multiple Sclerosis News Today had the chance to hear all about the benefits of yoga for ... Read more

February 26, 2018

Chill Seeker: Tips for Reducing MS Anxiety

A whopping 43 percent of all people with MS have some type of anxiety disorder. Worse, according to the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America, “Anxiety is perhaps the most ... Read more

February 22, 2018

15 Multiple Sclerosis-Inspired Tattoos

Getting a tattoo shouldn’t be taken lightly. It’s a piece of art that will be on your body for life and therefore, should represent something that’s near and dear to your ... Read more

February 21, 2018February 22, 2018

6 Tips for MS Patients, Their Families and Loved Ones

Being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) is scary — you don’t know the whys, whens or hows when it comes to the disease. Patients and their loved ones often ... Read more

February 19, 2018February 19, 2018

Important Things to Remember If You Have MS

If you or a loved one is living with multiple sclerosis (MS), it’s important to remember that you can always try to make your situation better. If your doctor says something like ... Read more

February 15, 2018

Optic Neuritis: Commonly Asked Questions

According to the Multiple Sclerosis Society in the UK, optic neuritis is associated with MS. Although the two conditions can be connected, they’re not consequential: not everyone who develops ... Read more

February 14, 2018

7 Videos About Bladder Issues and MS That Might Interest You

According to the National MS Society, approximately 80 percent of MS patients experience some sort of bladder dysfunction. It’s caused by MS lesions which block or delay the signals ... Read more

February 12, 2018

Feeling It: Tips For Talking to Others About MS Fatigue

If you have MS, chances are really good that you have MS-related fatigue — about 80 percent of people with MS do according to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society ... Read more

February 8, 2018

Exploring Multiple Sclerosis From the Inside With Jack Osbourne

Jack Osbourne is well-known within the multiple sclerosis community — and the world over, to be honest. Known since the day he was born for being Ozzy Osbourne’s son, ... Read more

February 7, 2018

Could Drinking Four Cups of Coffee a Day Help You Fight MS?

Coffee is one of the most famous drinks in the world. Everyone (or almost everyone) loves coffee in its many different ways. With or without sugar, black, with or ... Read more

February 5, 2018

MS Spasticity and You: Five Stretches You Should Try (and Why)

An estimated 85 percent of people with MS experience some type of spasticity due to the disease, according to a recent report (p/w) published in Multiple Sclerosis and Related ... Read more

January 31, 2018

What Vitamin D Could Do for MS Patients

In this video from RxWikiTV, learn why a daily dose of vitamin D can do the body good, and that may be especially true for patients with multiple sclerosis (MS). MORE: Vlogger ... Read more

January 29, 2018

3 Things to Consider When Telling People You Have Multiple Sclerosis

Accepting a multiple sclerosis (MS) diagnosis is difficult and it often takes people a while to come to terms with what it means for their future. Some people choose to tell ... Read more

January 25, 2018

How Chiropractic Therapy Can Help Multiple Sclerosis Patients

Chiropractic therapy is a common form of treatment to try and help ease some of the physical symptoms associated with multiple sclerosis. According to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, the ... Read more

January 24, 2018January 26, 2018

9 Ways Multiple Sclerosis Affects Your Body From Head to Toe

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic illness that presents many different symptoms since it can affect any part of the human body. While no two people living with MS will experience the same ... Read more

January 18, 2018

How Massage and Bodywork Is Used to Treat MS Patients

Massages are known to relieve pain, stress and help out with problem areas. According to the National MS Society, it’s one of the most well-known bodywork treatments. There are several kinds of massages that originated in different countries — below are some of the most used today. MORE: Massage helps with MS pain and fatigue The Swedish massage is a bit more “traditional.” It uses techniques such as vibration, kneading, and friction. The German massage uses most of the same techniques as the Swedish massage, but combines them with healing baths. Keep in mind that if you’re sensitive to heat, this might not be the best option for you. Acupressure sounds like acupuncture, ... Read more

January 15, 2018

5 Benefits of Cannabis Tea for Chronic Illnesses

Medical marijuana is gaining popularity as a complementary medicine to help with many symptoms associated with chronic illnesses. While many people are curious about how marijuana (or cannabis) may ... Read more

January 11, 2018

Using MRI to Diagnose and Track Multiple Sclerosis

This video from the Center for Diagnostic Imaging explains how magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can help in diagnosing multiple sclerosis (MS) and how far this technology has come in a relatively ... Read more

January 10, 2018

6 of the Most Common Symptoms of Chronic Fatigue

If you suffer from a chronic illness like MS, then it’s highly likely that you’ll experience fatigue from time to time. Fatigue is different than just feeling tired, and generally it’s ... Read more

January 8, 2018

4 Tips for Taking Care of Caregivers

While few of us choose to become caregivers, many of us are faced with the task if a loved one is diagnosed with a chronic disease. The transition is ... Read more

January 4, 2018

Firefighter With MS Has Been On Active Duty for 25 Years

Looking at Dan Pimenta, you wouldn’t know he was suffering from a chronic illness — but the 53-year-old has multiple sclerosis (MS). He was diagnosed at the age of 28 after experiencing ... Read more

January 3, 2018January 3, 2018

What You Need to Know About Natalizumab (Tysabri)

Natalizumab (Tysabri) is a drug used in the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). We’ve put together a list of things to know about the treatment using ... Read more

December 21, 2017

The MSAA on Helping MS Patients – Monday Through Sunday

In this video, the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) reminds everyone that people with MS don’t get a day off from the disease. They have to deal with multiple ... Read more

December 20, 2017

5 Tips For Making Every Doctor Visit Count

Effectively managing MS may require ongoing appointments with multiple specialists on your health care team — including neurologists, physical and occupational therapists and others. And it goes without saying ... Read more

December 19, 2017

5 Tips for Parenting With Multiple Sclerosis

Living with an unpredictable illness can be tough at the best of times, but when you’re a parent, it can often cause unforeseen problems. Living with multiple sclerosis (MS) is ... Read more

December 14, 2017December 17, 2017

18 Common Home Modifications to Improve Life With MS

As your MS progresses, you may find it necessary to make some modifications to your home to make it safer and more accessible. Such alterations can vastly improve the ... Read more

December 13, 2017December 17, 2017

Important Things to Remember If You Have MS

If you or a loved one is living with multiple sclerosis (MS), it’s important to remember that you can always try to make your situation better. If your doctor says something like ... Read more