Research teams uncover risk genes for multiple sclerosis
Jul-29-2007
Two new large-scale genomic studies have honed in on the main genetic pathway associated with multiple sclerosis, while also uncovering new genetic variations in the disease and suggesting a possible link between multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune diseases.
Researchers identify gene causing multiple sclerosis
Jul-30-2007
Three teams of researchers, working separately by different methods, have succeeded in identifying the gene linked to the causes of multiple sclerosis.
UM researchers find key link to multiple sclerosis.
Jul-30-2007
Teams of researchers at the University of Miami and elsewhere have found a gene linked to multiple sclerosis that could lead to breakthroughs in understanding and treating the often-devastating disease.
Studies link genes to multiple sclerosis
Jul-30-2007
RALEIGH, N.C. ??? An international team of scientists has pinpointed genes that increase the risk of developing multiple sclerosis.
New genetic risk factors for multiple sclerosis found.
Jul-30-2007
People with one of two common gene variants may be at increased risk of developing the autoimmune disorder multiple sclerosis, researchers say.
Advances cited in research on multiple sclerosis.
Jul-30-2007
Medical researchers have made a significant advance in understanding multiple sclerosis, a common neurological disease that causes symptoms ranging from muscle weakness to paralysis.
Research Teams Identify Gene Seen as Tied to Multiple Sclerosis
Jul-30-2007
In three articles, three teams of researchers say they have identified, by separate routes, new genetic variants that contribute to multiple sclerosis.
Multiple sclerosis findings could help pinpoint cause
Jul-29-2007
Gene hunters from the USA and Europe have located two genes that appear to increase the risk of developing multiple sclerosis, ...
Scientists identify 2 genes linked to multiple sclerosis
Jul-30-2007
CHICAGO -- After decades of dead ends, scientists have identified two genes that might raise the risk of multiple sclerosis, providing insight into the causes of the debilitating disease.
Scientists find 2 genes linked to multiple sclerosis
Jul-29-2007
British and U.S. researchers have located two genes that increase the risk of getting multiple sclerosis, something scientists have been looking to find for 30 years. more
First new multiple sclerosis gene found in 30 years
Jul-30-2007
A newly identified gene may hold the promise of guiding future research into therapies for multiple sclerosis in what its discoverers say is the first major genetic advance in 30 years for understanding this nervous system disease.
Genetic breakthrough in multiple sclerosis -- biggest for decades
(AFP)
Jul-29-2007
AFP - Investigators on Sunday reported the biggest breakthrough in decades into the genetic drivers for multiple sclerosis (MS), identifying two genes that each boost the risk of developing this tragic disease by up to 30 percent.
Breaking down an unpredictable disease
Jul-30-2007
What is multiple sclerosis? Multiple sclerosis is an unpredictable, often disabling neurological disease.
Campaigner horrified by aspartame products
Jul-29-2007
Veteran US anti-aspartame campaigner Betty Martini claims to have seen people "cured" of multiple sclerosis, epilepsy and other chronic conditions, simply by stopping using artificial sweeteners.
New MS genes after 30 year hunt
Jul-29-2007
The first new genes for three decades linked to multiple sclerosis have been identified by UK and US researchers.
New MS genes after 30 year hunt
Jul-30-2007
The first new genes for three decades linked to multiple sclerosis have been identified by UK and US researchers.
Genetic Breakthrough Offers Hope to MS Sufferers
Jul-30-2007
The first genetic advance in multiple sclerosis research in three decades has opened new approaches to treating the neurological disorder, scientists say.
Advances Cited in Research on Multiple Sclerosis
Jul-29-2007
Researchers say they have identified new genetic variants that contribute to the neurological disease.
Sunshine 'protective' against MS.
Jul-29-2007
People who spend more time in the sun as children subsequently have a lower risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS), a US study shows.
Ultraviolet rays may protect against developing disease
Jul-29-2007
PEOPLE who spend more time in the sun as children may have a lower risk of developing multiple sclerosis, research suggests.
Three genes believed to increase the risk of MS are identified.
Jul-30-2007
Genes newly linked to an increased risk of multiple sclerosis have bolstered understanding of the incurable nerve disorder and may lead to added treatments, researchers said.
Three Genes Believed To Increase the Risk Of MS Are Identified
Jul-30-2007
Genes newly linked to an increased risk of multiple sclerosis have bolstered understanding of the incurable nerve disorder and may lead to added treatments, researchers said.
Research identifies new genes linked with MS
Jul-29-2007
CHICAGO (Reuters) - After decades of dead ends, scientists have identified two genes that may raise the risk of multiple sclerosis, lending insight into the causes of the debilitating disease.
Sunshine 'protective' against MS
Jul-29-2007
Basking in the sun's rays lowers the risk of developing multiple sclerosis, more work suggests.
2 genes found that may hike MS risk
Jul-30-2007
After decades of dead ends, scientists have identified two genes that may raise the risk of multiple sclerosis, lending insight into the causes of the debilitating disease.
2 genes found that may hike MS risk
Jul-30-2007
After decades of dead ends, scientists have identified two genes that may raise the risk of multiple sclerosis, lending insight into the causes of the debilitating disease.
MS: Is it all in the genes
Jul-29-2007
A MAJOR advance in the search for new treatments for multiple sclerosis was heralded yesterday, with news of the first genetic breakthrough in the understanding of the disease for 30 years.
Risk genes for multiple sclerosis uncovered
Jul-28-2007
Using a whole-genome association scan, an international consortium of scientists has found genetic variations in multiple sclerosis patients, findings that suggest a possible link between MS and other autoimmune diseases.
Childhood Sun Exposure May Lower Risk Of Multiple Sclerosis
Jul-26-2007
People who spent more time in the sun as children may have a lower risk of developing multiple sclerosis than people who had less sun exposure during childhood, according to a new study.
BioMS's multiple sclerosis trial gets positive review
Jul-26-2007
BioMS Medical's relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis trial has received a positive review from the data safety monitoring board, which recommends that the trial should continue.
First new multiple sclerosis gene found in 30 years
Jul-28-2007
A newly identified gene may hold the promise of guiding future research into therapies for multiple sclerosis in what its discoverers say is the first major genetic advance in 30 years for understanding this nervous system disease.
FDA Questions Tysabri for Crohn's Disease
Jul-27-2007
"The benefit and risk considerations in the Crohn's disease population are considerably different from those in the multiple sclerosis population"
BIIB - Cramer's Take - Stockpickr ) and Elan skidded Friday after a Food and Drug Administration report questioned whether the multiple sclerosis drug Tysabri should be used for treating the chronic ...
Sun exposure during childhood may lower risk of developing multiple sclerosis
Jul-24-2007
"High priority should be given to research into how sun exposure reduces MS risk if we are to unravel the mystery of what causes MS."
People who spent more time in the sun as children may have a lower risk of developing multiple sclerosis than people who had less sun exposure during childhood, according to a study published in the July 24, ...
Sunlight in Youth Might Shield Against MS
(HealthDay)
Jul-27-2007
HealthDay - FRIDAY, July 27 (HealthDay News) -- A new study of identical
twins suggests that children who spend more time in the sun have a lower
risk for developing multiple sclerosis (MS) as adults.
Conn. town stunned by deadly robbery
Jul-24-2007
In this undated photo provided by the Greater Connecticut Chapter Multiple Sclerosis Society, Jennifer Hawke-Petit, right, and her daughter Hayley Petit are shown.
Powered Wheelchair Provision "Unacceptable", UK
Jul-21-2007
Main Category: Multiple Sclerosis News Article Date: 19 Jul 2007 - 1:00 PDT newsletters The MS Society is extremely concerned that people with multiple sclerosis across Devon have to wait years to receive the ...
Tour de Farms should take place on bike paths
Jul-05-2007
Editor: On June 23, the MS Bike Tour, also known as the Tour de Farms, was held in the -Maple Park area to raise money for multiple sclerosis.