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MS in the Media - 13 December 2019

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  1. Girls more likely to have MS than boys
  2. Breastfeeding reduces relapse risk
  3. Study may explain MS gender differences

7 - 13 December 2019

These are links to news stories about multiple sclerosis from the last week that may be of interest to people affected by MS in the UK. The link beneath each item will take you to the original story.

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Girls more likely to have MS than boys

Girls are more likely than boys to be diagnosed with MS according to a study of childhood MS in the USA.

Source: Medical Xpress

MS Trust link: Childhood MS

Breastfeeding reduces relapse risk

Breastfeeding was associated with fewer relapses in the period after the birth of a baby according to a review of 16 previous studies.

Source: National MS Society (USA)

MS Trust link: Breastfeeding

Study may explain MS gender differences

The finding that the X chromosome that women inherit from their father operates differently to the one that comes from their mother may explain why women have a higher rate of MS and other autoimmune conditions.

Source: News Medical

MS Trust link: MS research updates

 

The ADAMS project

The ADAMS project

25/05/2022 - 00:00

Dr Benjamin Jacobs spoke to us about a new study on the genetics of MS in people from minority ethnic backgrounds which may eventually shed light on why MS can be more severe for Black and Asian people.

Roxy's journey to diagnosis

Roxy's journey to diagnosis

16/05/2022 - 00:00

Roxy talks about her MS journey and the importance of sharing her own experiences to ensure that others don’t face the same challenges when receiving a diagnosis.

Lis' MS journey: one woman and her bike

Lis' MS journey: one woman and her bike

04/05/2022 - 00:00

In May 2022, Lis will be heading off on her 5,000 mile cycling challenge. She shares how the idea came about and discusses why the support of the MS Trust was invaluable following a multiple sclerosis diagnosis.

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