MS News Today

MS News & Perspectives

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Multiple Sclerosis News Today seeks to fill an unmet need in healthcare news journalism by providing patients and their families with a reliable news journal on MS that they can engage with on a daily basis for the latest news and MS resources.

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Nerve Tissue Scarring May Explain MS Progression & MS Doesn’t Get to Decide Whether We Are Enough 25.08.2021 11:29

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses how nerve tissue scarring may explain MS progression. Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s multimedia associate, Price Wooldridge, reads the column by Jennifer Powell, Silver Linings, “MS Doesn’t Get to Decide Whether We Are Enough”. ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progression | MAYZENT® (siponimod) Read...

Actively ‘Coping’ With Daily Stress of MS Tied to Better Life Quality 23.08.2021 13:59

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses how actively coping with daily stress of MS is tied to better quality of life. Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s multimedia associate, Price Wooldridge, reads the column by Jessie Ace, Disabled to Enabled, “The Beginning of the End: A Reminder to #StayEnabled”. ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progressi...

Early High-efficacy Therapies May Be Better to Eliminate MS Activity 20.08.2021 13:32

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses how early high-efficacy therapies may be better to eliminate MS activity. Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s multimedia associate, Price Wooldridge, reads the column by Ed Tobias, MS Wire, “Can Special Diets or Vitamin Supplements Improve My MS Symptoms?”. ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progression | M...

Sleep Deprivation May Worsen Memory in Early MS & Defining MS Reality With Optimism 18.08.2021 12:15

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses how sleep deprivation may worsen memory in early MS. Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s multimedia associate, Price Wooldridge, reads the column by Jennifer Powell, Silver Linings, “To Define My Reality With MS, I Choose Optimism”. ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progression | MAYZENT® (siponimod) Read...

Early Use of High-efficacy DMTs Favor Lesser Disability Over Time 16.08.2021 11:39

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses how early use of high efficacy DMTs favor lesser disability over time. Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s multimedia associate, Price Wooldridge, reads the column by Jessie Ace, Disabled to Enabled, “Focusing on What I Can Do Rather Than What I Can’t”. ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progression | MAYZE...

MIND Diet May Protect Brain Tissue in MS & Getting Something Off My Chest 13.08.2021 12:31

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses how the MIND diet may protect brain tissue in MS. Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s multimedia associate, Price Wooldridge, reads the column by Ed Tobias, MS Wire, “Getting Something Off My Chest”. ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progression | MAYZENT® (siponimod) Read about MAYZENT, a once daily pill...

MS Symptoms Often Apparent Years Before Diagnosis & Managing MS Through Meditation 11.08.2021 9:44

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses how symptoms of MS are often apparent years before diagnosis. Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s multimedia associate, Price Wooldridge, reads the column by Jennifer Powell, Silver Linings, “Management Through Meditation: Balance Can Happen With MS”. ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progression | MAYZENT...

MS-related Fatigue Strongly Affects Youngsters’ Functioning 09.08.2021 12:22

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses how MS-related fatigue affects youngsters’ ability to function. Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s multimedia associate, Price Wooldridge, reads the column by Jessie Ace, Disabled to Enabled, “Finding Comfort in Unlikely Places: TV Medical Dramas”. ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progression | MAYZENT®...

Brainstorm Secures NurOwn-associated Patents in Several Markets & BTK Inhibitors As MS Treatment? 06.08.2021 10:03

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses how Brainstorm secured Nur-Own-associated patents in several markets. Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s multimedia associate, Price Wooldridge, reads the column by Ed Tobias, MS Wire, “Could BTK Inhibitors Be the Next Big MS Treatment?” ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progression | MAYZENT® (siponimod)...

Younger Age, DMT Use at Early Relapse May Lessen Later Disability 04.08.2021 12:21

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses how younger age DMT use at early relapse may lessen future disability. Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s multimedia associate, Price Wooldridge, reads the column by Jennifer Powell, Silver Linings, “Excising the Complaints in My Life Helps Me Manage MS”. ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progression | MA...

Scientists Discover Enzyme Needed for Activating Myelin Repair & Combating the Uncertainties of MS 02.08.2021 13:41

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses how scientists have discovered an enzyme needed for activating myelin repair. Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s multimedia associate, Price Wooldridge, reads the column by Jessie Ace, Disabled to Enabled, “My Latest Obsession Help Me Combat the Uncertainties of MS”. ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Prog...

Stem Cell Transplant Trial Enrolls First Patient in Minnesota & Asking For Help With MS 30.07.2021 10:52

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses a stem-cell transplant trial in Minnesota which has enrolled its first patient. Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s multimedia associate, Price Wooldridge, reads the column by Ed Tobias, MS Wire, “It’s Not a Crime to Ask for Help When You Need It”. ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progression | MAYZENT® (...

Interview With Physical Therapist Gretchen Hawley, PhD. DPT 29.07.2021 32:20

Jenn Powell speaks with physical therapist Gretchen Hawley, PhD. DPT. Join Jenn as she sits with Gretchen Hawley, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, and a Multiple Sclerosis Certified Specialist. Dr. Hawley utilizes the concept of neuroplasticity in her online MS wellness program, The MSing Link, to help her clients reduce fatigue, get stronger, improve their balance, and walk better. Listen in as Dr....

Meaningful Cognitive Gains in Pediatric MS Captured Using Pencil-Paper Test 28.07.2021 10:13

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses a computer-based training program which has captured cognitive gains in pediatric MS patients. Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jessie Ace reads for Jennifer Powell as she describes her journey with Rituxan and the side effects. ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progression | MAYZENT® (siponi...

DMTs Underutilized in Younger Patients, Study Indicates & What Do You See When You See Me? 26.07.2021 9:56

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses how DMTs are underutilized in younger patients. Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jessie Ace reads Jennifer Powell’s column where she describes her experiences of other people’s judgement around her disability. ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progression | MAYZENT® (siponimod) Read about MAY...

Prevalence of Urinary Problems in Those with MS & Using Cannabis 23.07.2021 13:52

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses the prevalence of urinary problems in those with MS. Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s multimedia associate, Price Wooldridge, reads the column by Ed Tobias, MS Wire, “Using Cannabis to Treat Your MS? A Word of Caution”. ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progression | MAYZENT® (siponimod) Read about MAYZ...

Impaired Social Cognition May Affect Well-being of RRMS Patients 21.07.2021 10:26

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist Jenn Powell discusses how impaired social cognition may affect the well-being of RRMS patients. https://multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com/news-posts/2021/06/07/impaired-social-cognition-rrms-may-affect-well-being/ Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jessie Ace reads Jennifer Powell’s column where she describes sailing as a young girl and how an event o...

Applying For a Mental Health Treatment Scholarship & Hiring a Wheelchair 19.07.2021 8:55

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses how MS patients may apply for a mental health or addiction treatment scholarship. https://multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com/news-posts/2021/06/02/red-songbird-foundation-jason-davis-scholarship-mental-health-addiction-treatment/ Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jessie Ace describes her experience of hiring a wheelchair after...

Walk MS Fundraising Events To Be ‘Virtual Experience’ in 2021 16.07.2021 9:21

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses how Walk MS Fundraising will be a ‘virtual experience’ in 2021. Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s multimedia associate, Price Wooldridge, reads the column by Ed Tobias, MS Wire, “Don’t Let MS Stop You From Grandparenting”. ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progression | MAYZENT® (siponimod) Read about MA...

At-home Brain Stimulation Program Now Available & Overcoming MS Challenges by Being Resourceful 14.07.2021 11:29

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses an at-home brain program which is now available. Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jessie Ace describes how a recent flare caused challenges when she was asked to look after a dog. ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progression | MAYZENT® (siponimod) Read about MAYZENT, a once daily pill that c...

Immersive Virtual Reality May Improve Treadmill Gait Training & Positivity VS Realities of MS 12.07.2021 10:46

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses how immersive virtual reality may improve treadmill gait training. Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jessie Ace reads for Jennifer Powell in this column where she discusses the role of positivity and the differences between positivity and reality. ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progression...

First SPMS Patient Dosed With Foralumab Nasal Spray & Sativex With Positive Results in MS Patients 09.07.2021 9:28

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses the first SPMS patient dosed with the nasal spray Foralumab. Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s multimedia associate, Price Wooldridge, reads the column by Ed Tobias, MS Wire, “Sativex Study Reports Positive Results in People With MS”. ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progression | MAYZENT® (siponimod) R...

Vitamin D Binding Protein a Potential Biomarker in MS & Accepting a New Diagnosis 07.07.2021 9:22

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses how Vitamin D binding protein is a potential biomarker for MS. Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jessie Ace reads Jennifer Powells article where she discusses her new diagnosis and how this is linked to MS. ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progression | MAYZENT® (siponimod) Read about MAYZENT...

‘Stop Multiple Sclerosis’ Is The Theme of World Brain Day & Managing MS Through Meditation 05.07.2021 8:53

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses how ‘Stop Multiple Sclerosis’ Is the theme of World Brain Day. Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jessie Ace reads Jennifer Powell’s column and discusses the role meditation plays in managing her life with MS. ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progression | MAYZENT® (siponimod) Read about MAYZE...

Male Immune Cells Drive More Severe MS, Study Suggests 02.07.2021 10:58

Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s columnist, Jenn Powell, discusses how male immune cells drive more severe MS. Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s multimedia associate, Price Wooldridge, reads the column by Ed Tobias, MS Wire, “Was It Vertigo That Sent Me Tumbling the Other Day?” ===================================== Treatment for Relapsing MS Progression | MAYZENT® (siponimod) Read about MAYZENT, a on...