Latest issue of MS Research now online
I am happy to announce that the newest issue of MS Research is now available online. MS Research provides donors who fund research…
Shining a light on the role of vitamin D in healthy living, disease prevention, and multiple sclerosis
Vitamin D has been a topic of active discussion for decades, and as research continues to uncover the full range of health benefits…
“Rewiring” neurons: how the brain copes with MS
Sophie was diagnosed with relapsing-remitting MS almost 20 years ago. With every relapse, or flare-up of her symptoms, Sophie noticed that she struggled…
MS, fatigue and sleep disorders: putting the matter to bed
Fatigue is perhaps the most prevalent and disabling symptom experienced by persons affected by MS. An overpowering feeling of fatigue can severely affect…
Hot off the press: Canadian researcher receives funding for progressive MS research through MS Society-CDRD partnership
It seems like yesterday when I met with the Centre for Drug Research Development (CDRD) to discuss a potential partnership that would bolster…
Thinking outside the box: The use of non-conventional treatments for MS
Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is becoming increasingly recognized as an important component of disease management, and growing evidence has been able to…
Involvement of young researchers at ACTRIMS-ECTRIMS proves that the pool of talent in MS is stronger than ever
There was certainly no shortage of young researchers and clinicians at the 2014 ACTRIMS-ECTRIMS Conference, which makes me confident that the future of…
What is MS?
Canada has one of the highest rates of multiple sclerosis (MS) in the world, with an estimated 77,000 Canadians living with the disease. While it is most often diagnosed in young adults aged 20 to 49, younger children and older adults are also diagnosed with the disease.