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Popular Video Dancing Game May Reduce Cognitive, Physical Impacts of Multiple Sclerosis
February 27, 2013 Researchers have tested Dance Dance Revolution’s ability to help MS patients. Studies show the video game may help improve balance and mobility in certain patient ... > full story -
Cancer Drug a Possible Treatment for Multiple Sclerosis, Rat Study Suggests
February 21, 2013 A drug that is currently used for cancer can relieve and slow down the progression of the autoimmune disease multiple sclerosis (MS) in rats, according to a new study. The discovery might one day ... > full story -
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Help for Patients With Tuberous Sclerosis
February 12, 2013 Scientists have developed a new therapy for patients suffering from renal tumors associated with the rare genetic disease tuberous sclerosis (TSC). The researchers have succeeded in markedly reducing ... > full story -
Cells Forged from Human Skin Show Promise in Treating Multiple Sclerosis, Myelin Disorders
February 7, 2013 Human brain cells created by reprogramming skin cells are highly effective in treating myelin disorders, a family of diseases that includes multiple sclerosis and rare childhood disorders called ... > full story -
Magnetic Field Exposure May Affect Neurodegenerative Disease Risk
February 6, 2013 Occupational exposure to magnetic fields (MF) may be associated with "moderately increased risk" of certain neurodegenerative diseases —- including Alzheimer's and amyotrophic lateral ... > full story -
One in Three Children With MS Has Cognitive Impairment
February 5, 2013 Data from the largest multicenter study accessing cognitive functioning in children with multiple sclerosis (MS) reveals that one-third of these patients have cognitive impairment, according to a ... > full story -
Low Vitamin D Levels May Increase Risk of Type 1 Diabetes
February 4, 2013 Having adequate levels of vitamin D during young adulthood may reduce the risk of adult-onset type 1 diabetes by as much as 50 percent, according to researchers. The findings, if confirmed in future ... > full story -
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High Risk of Cardiovascular Diseases Amongst Swedish-Born and Immigrant MS Patients
February 4, 2013 A new study from Sweden shows that patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) run a high risk of heart attack, stroke and heart failure, regardless of migration background. The study is the first in the ... > full story -
Potential Therapy Target in Multiple Sclerosis
January 30, 2013 Findings offer a better understanding of the development and progression of multiple sclerosis and potential future therapeutic ... > full story -
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New Drug Target Identified for Multiple Sclerosis and Alzheimer's Disease
January 30, 2013 Researchers report that the protein Klotho plays an important role in the health of myelin, the insulating material allowing for the rapid communication between nerve cells. These findings may lead ... > full story
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