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Abi B
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I work in the #CJS and was DX with MS in 2008. I used to write a blog about Multiple Sclerosis but have run out of things to say. Proud wheelchair user
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www.neurologylive.com/view/neurovo...
#MultipleSclerosis
NeuroVoices: Jeffrey Cohen, MD, on Stem Cell Strategies and the Future of Multiple Sclerosis Therapeutics | NeurologyLive - Clinical Neurology News and Neurology Expert Insights
The professor of neurology at Cleveland Clinic gave insights on hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, CAR T-cell strategies, and the ongoing challenges of developing immune reconstitution and repai...
www.neurologylive.com
February 18, 2026 at 12:46 PM
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www.healthcentral.com/condition/mu...
#MultipleSclerosis
How to Handle Stress When Living With Multiple Sclerosis
Art therapy, relaxing at home, and learning how to calm her busy brain helps MS advocate Nicole Pedra handle feelings of stress and anxiety.
www.healthcentral.com
February 18, 2026 at 12:45 PM
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Finished👇last night. Powerful story of a sliding doors moment that can alter the course of your life. Great observation of family dynamics and complex relationships. Loved it. 4/5 #Reading #Books
February 15, 2026 at 9:08 AM
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www.tribtoday.com/life/lifecov...
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The outlook after an MS diagnosis
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease of the central nervous system. MS disrupts the flow of information between the brain and ...
www.tribtoday.com
February 11, 2026 at 12:55 PM
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Gordon Brown by James Macintyre review – a very different kind of politician
Gordon Brown by James Macintyre review – a very different kind of politician
A new biography reveals Brown to be a man of exceptional vision and probity – what a contrast with today’s politics
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February 9, 2026 at 7:54 AM
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Off to #Twickenham see you on the other side…
a rugby player flexes his muscles in front of a sign that says come on england
ALT: a rugby player flexes his muscles in front of a sign that says come on england
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February 7, 2026 at 2:05 PM
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www.everydayhealth.com/neurological...
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How to Travel Safely With Multiple Sclerosis
Discover how to plan for travel with multiple sclerosis. Get tips on managing fatigue, mobility, heat sensitivity, choosing destinations, and what to bring for ease.
www.everydayhealth.com
February 7, 2026 at 12:16 PM
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Signs of multiple sclerosis may surface years before diagnosis
Signs of multiple sclerosis may surface years before diagnosis, as patients use healthcare more often for early symptoms.
multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com
February 4, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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Mediterranean diet may slash MS risk for young nonsmoking adults
A higher adherence to a Mediterranean diet is linked to a lower risk of developing MS, particularly in nonsmokers and people under 45
multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com
February 3, 2026 at 12:44 PM
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www.healthcentral.com/condition/mu...
#MultipleSclerosis
The Importance of Finding Your MS Community
Multiple sclerosis advocate Nicole Pedra explains why connecting with other people with the condition can help you feel like you are part of a community.
www.healthcentral.com
February 3, 2026 at 12:43 PM
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Finished 👇last night. It was alright but the ending was too long and ridiculous! The whole plot was far fetched and the villain was a bit unbearable (although I didn’t guess their identity which was good) good if you like a thriller 3/5 #books #reading
January 31, 2026 at 8:14 AM
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Frontiers | Urinary incontinence, core morphology and their impact on balance and fatigue in multiple sclerosis: an observational study
Introduction Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic condition affecting the central nervous system, often leading to urinary incontinence (UI), balance disturb...
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January 30, 2026 at 3:59 PM
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Disability, not age, drives cognitive impairment in MS adults: Study
Cognitive impairment is more common and severe in older adults with MS than in younger patients, but this is driven by disability, not age.
multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com
January 29, 2026 at 12:52 PM
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New research findings challenge old beliefs about myelin and MS
Researchers have found that new myelin-making cells are constantly being made in the brain and spinal cord, even in the absence of damage.
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January 29, 2026 at 12:51 PM
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www.healthcentral.com/news/multipl...
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The Most Effective Exercises for Fighting Fatigue With MS
Resistance training and aquatic therapy can help reduce fatigue associated with multiple sclerosis, according to two recent studies.
www.healthcentral.com
January 28, 2026 at 12:24 PM
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6-week yoga program improves sleep, eases fatigue in MS patients
A trial found six weeks of yoga improved sleep quality and reduced fatigue in people with MS, suggesting its use as a complementary therapy.
multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com
January 28, 2026 at 12:23 PM
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www.msaustralia.org.au/news/is-it-m...
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Is it MS or something else? New research explains - MS Australia
ANZgene researchers analysed genetic data from thousands of people with and without MS to see if rare changes in other disease genes affect MS risk or severity.
www.msaustralia.org.au
January 28, 2026 at 12:22 PM
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thelimbic.com/neurology/th...
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Three genetic forms of MS, three very different outlooks
Multiple sclerosis patients can be divided into three genomic clusters, each with different clinical outcomes that could be targeted by precision medicine, researchers report. For example, patients in...
thelimbic.com
January 28, 2026 at 12:21 PM
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www.everydayhealth.com/neurological...
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Effects of Alcohol on Multiple Sclerosis
Alcohol and MS both affect the central nervous system. Short-term effects of drinking can include balance issues, fatigue, brain fog, and vision changes. Heavy drinking can impact overall health.
www.everydayhealth.com
January 24, 2026 at 12:35 PM
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www.murdoch.edu.au/news/article...
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In their own words: the frustration, stigma and emotion of walking with MS
A major Murdoch University review has found that for many people with multiple sclerosis (MS), walking is hindered not only by physical symptoms but also by external emotional and societal challenges.
www.murdoch.edu.au
January 22, 2026 at 3:10 PM
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The value of patient experience in multiple sclerosis research
The number of therapies approved to treat multiple sclerosis has grown substantially over the past 20 years, yet many people living with the disease continue to have symptoms that are not adequately c...
www.thelancet.com
January 22, 2026 at 3:09 PM
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www.healthcentral.com/condition/mu...
#MultipleSclerosis
Explaining the Biggest Misconceptions About MS
From coping with invisible symptoms to being “cured,” here’s how MS advocate Nicole Pedra handles the biggest misperceptions she’s heard about living with MS.
www.healthcentral.com
January 21, 2026 at 3:26 PM
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www.ucl.ac.uk/brain-scienc...
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Multiple sclerosis treatments can be just as effective for older adults
Older adults with a common type of multiple sclerosis benefit from disease-modifying treatments just as much as younger patients, finds a UCL-led study.
www.ucl.ac.uk
January 21, 2026 at 3:26 PM
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Finished👇last night. It didn’t change my life but I enjoyed reading it and liked the characters! 4/5 #Reading #Books
January 21, 2026 at 8:03 AM
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Gluten-Free Diet Linked to Reduced Inflammation and Improved Outcomes in Multiple Sclerosis (+Video)
A six-month study found that a gluten-free diet reduced inflammation, improved body composition, and modestly improved disability in women with multiple sclerosis, highlighting the role of gut health ...
www.celiac.com
January 20, 2026 at 1:17 PM