27 April - 3 May 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.
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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MS raises risk of sexual problems in women
Women with MS are more likely to have sexual problems than those without the condition, according to Italian research. The study found that two in five (42%) women with MS reported issues compared to about one in six (16%) in women who don't have MS
Source: MS News Today
MS Trust link: Talking about sexual problems
New study provides strong evidence for role of Epstein Barr virus as a trigger for multiple sclerosis
14 Jan 2022 - 00:00
New research has provided evidence that infection with the Epstein Barr virus acts as a trigger for people to develop MS.
Ponvory (ponesimod) approved for relapsing remitting MS in England and Wales
23 Dec 2021 - 00:00
The MS Trust is delighted that Ponvory (ponesimod) has been approved in England and Wales for people with active relapsing remitting multiple sclerosis.
The PANORAMIC trial for Covid-19 treatment
23 Dec 2021 - 00:00
If you are not eligible to receive Covid-19 treatment automatically on the basis of increased risk, you may be able to get antiviral medication through the PANORAMIC clinical trial.
Natalie's MS journey and how it led to the Black MS Foundation, by Natalie
18 Jan 2022 - 00:00
We caught up with Natalie, Founder of the Black MS Foundation to hear about her multiple sclerosis journey and find out what led her to set up the Foundation.
MS and exercise: part one - a Q&A with physiotherapist, Henriette
14 Jan 2022 - 00:00
In this first blog in a new series, we talk to physiotherapist, Henriette who answers some common questions people with MS may have about exercising.
New study provides strong evidence for role of Epstein Barr virus as a trigger for multiple sclerosis
14 Jan 2022 - 00:00
New research has provided evidence that infection with the Epstein Barr virus acts as a trigger for people to develop MS.
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