MS in the Media - 24 January 2020
18 - 24 January 2020
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.
Please note that the MS Trust did not write the original items and does not endorse their content nor any claims made in them.
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Genetic research seeks participants
Researchers in Scotland are looking to recruit people with two or more grandparents from Shetland or Orkney to study genetic connections to conditions that are more prevalent on the islands, including MS.
Source: Herald Scotland
Source: University of Edinburgh
MS Trust link: Prevalence and incidence of multiple sclerosis
Mayzent licensed for SPMS
Mayzent (siponimod) has been granted a licence by the European Commission as for people with secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (SPMS) who are still having relapses or showing signs of disease activity on MRI scans
Source: Novartis press release
Source: MSIF
MS Trust link: Mayzent (siponimod)
Mothers of children with MS need support
Mothers who have a child with MS are more likely to have anxiety or mood disorders than mothers of children without the condition, according to a Canadian study. Researchers suggest mental health support for mothers should be considered
Source: National MS Society (USA)
MS Trust link: Childhood MS
Robotic trousers help walking
A rehabilitation machine that helps people with MS walk and balance is showing promising early results from a small study in Kent. The item includes stories of several people who took part in the study.
Source: Daily Mail
MS Trust link: Walking difficulties
New Advanced MS Champion in Swansea
Leanne Walters is the new Advanced MS Champion in Swansea. She explains what she can do for people with MS and why her own experiences mean she is suited to the role.
Source: Swansea Bay University Health Board
MS Trust link: Advanced MS Champion
Move it for MS Nick's story
7 Oct 2021 - 00:00
Nick, was diagnosed with relapsing remitting Multiple Sclerosis at the start of the first lockdown. In this story we talk to him about how he coped with his diagnosis and how running helps him with his MS.
David's diary - Inclusion and diversity, where are we now?
6 Oct 2021 - 00:00
Just over a year ago we published a diary entry about Inclusivity and Diversity at the MS Trust. In this piece we take a look at what's changed since then and what we still need to do.
Flu season 2021
4 Oct 2021 - 00:00
This year is likely to involve a bigger flu vaccination programme in the UK, including for people with multiple sclerosis (MS), due to the circulation of Covid-19 at the same time. Here we discuss who's eligible for a flu jab on the NHS and how to get one.
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