MS in the Media - 25 September 2020
19 - 25 September 2020
These are links to recent news stories about multiple sclerosis 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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Myelin repair breakthrough
Repairing the damage to nerves caused by MS is possible, according to UK research, although the side effects of the particular drug used in the trial, bexarotene, mean that it is unsafe to be considered as a potential treatment
Source: Guardian
MS Trust link: Trial reports myelin repair success
Progressive MS results encouraging
Masitinib showed 'positive signs' in progressive forms of multiple sclerosis according to a French study. EDSS scores increased less quickly and the time to 'first progression' was longer than for people on a placebo
Source: MedPage Today
MS Trust link: Masitinib
Health changes before MS onset identified
People who go on to develop MS will start using health and mental health services more frequently in the 5 to 10 years before MS is recognised, according to Canadian research. This effects is called a prodrome.
Source: Healio
MS Trust link: Worried you might have MS?
US dental amalgam advice changed
The FDA, the US drug regulator, has reviewed its advice on dental amalgam fillings. Although they have found no evidence of danger from these fillings, and they don't recommend removal, they advise that certain groups, including people with pre-existing neurological disease should be offered alternative, non-mercury materials
Source: FDA
MS Trust link: Dental fillings
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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