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Patient Support Programs for People with MS

Posted on: June 14th, 2016 by Stephanie Buxhoeveden
Category: About MS, Managing MS, MS Resources, MS Treatments

If you receive care at an MS Center, chances are you have already gotten to know the nurses. What some people don’t realize is that you also have a team of MS nurses through the pharmaceutical company that manufactures your disease modifying treatment (DMT).

The Blood-Brain Barrier and MS

Updated on: April 11th, 2016 by admin
Posted on: January 27th, 2016 by Stephanie Buxhoeveden
Category: About MS, MS Glossary, MS Resources

The brain has a personal security system that’s designed to keep intruders out. But what happens when it malfunctions? Does it hold the answer to MS?

MS in 2015: A Year of Research In Review

Posted on: December 31st, 2015 by MS HOPE Staff
Category: About MS, Clinical Trials, Health News, MS Awareness, MS News, MS Treatments

Ten, nine, eight… The end of 2015 means we’re a year closer to finding the answers and a cure for multiple sclerosis. Before we ring in 2016, let’s take a look back at all the progress made and lessons learned this year. Biggest MS Headlines in 2015 There were a lot of attention-grabbing headlines in 2015. Here’s a look […]

Ocrelizumab: New Hope for Progressive MS

Posted on: December 1st, 2015 by Stephanie Buxhoeveden
Category: About MS, Clinical Trials, Health News, MS News, MS Treatments

Over the past 15 years multiple sclerosis (MS) treatments have come a long way. MS is easier to diagnose now than it was in the past, and we have 12 different disease modifying drugs (DMDs) for people with relapsing-remitting MS. This is a huge step in the right direction, but we still have a long […]

What to Do and Say When A Loved One Has MS

Posted on: October 7th, 2015 by Stephanie Buxhoeveden
Category: About MS, MS Resources

When someone is diagnosed with multiple sclerosis it affects not only their life, but it also deeply affects the lives of the people around them. It would be nice if we were handed an instruction manual…

MS and The Gut’s Microbiome

Updated on: October 7th, 2015 by Kristin Zimmermann
Posted on: July 20th, 2015 by Stephanie Buxhoeveden
Category: About MS, MS Resources

Given that the gut’s microbiome is such a huge component of the immune system, researchers have long sought out a connection between it and autoimmune diseases. Links between an imbalance in the gut’s microbiome and autoimmune…

Caretakers Need Care Too

Posted on: July 8th, 2015 by Kristin Zimmermann
Category: About MS, Managing MS, MS Treatments

As adults, we still need caretakers when we’re sick — and often the caretaker winds up needing care. We’ve created a list of tips for taking care of yourself while you’re caring for someone else.

Exercising With MS

Posted on: February 25th, 2015 by Stephanie Buxhoeveden
Category: About MS, Exercise and MS, Inspiration & Motivation, Living a Healthy Life, Managing MS

We all know that exercise is good for your heart, but you may not realize that exercise can improve the quality of life for people living with MS, too.

Disease Modifying Drugs for Multiple Sclerosis

Posted on: February 13th, 2015 by MS HOPE Staff
Category: About MS, Managing MS, MS Resources, MS Treatments

Twenty years ago, there were absolutely no treatments available for multiple sclerosis. The outlook for those diagnosed was grim. Fast forward to 2015 and there are now, thankfully, twelve disease modifying drugs and much…

MS Glossary

Posted on: February 4th, 2015 by MS HOPE Staff
Category: About MS, Clinical Trials, Managing MS, MS Glossary, MS Resources, MS Treatments

Whether you’re newly diagnosed, have had multiple sclerosis for a while, or have a friend or family member with the condition, it can be tough to absorb, understand, and remember the many terms associated…