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People with MS have higher rates of cardiovascular disease

We have previously observed that cardiovascular disease risk factors are very similar to MS risk factors; new Swedish research confirms this is true

Neurologists would take vitamin D themselves if diagnosed but not prescribe for their patients

The Multiple Sclerosis Journal has published an editorial with the odd conclusion that neurologists believe the evidence is strong enough that they would take vitamin D at a dose of 10,000IU a day themselves if diagnosed, and prescribe it to…

Factors associated with more rapid progression of MS identified

Professor George Ebers' group at Oxford have identified factors involved in more rapid development of secondary progressive Multiple Sclerosis

Omega 3s associated with markedly better health

The second paper from the HOLISM database has now been published, with striking reductions in relapse rates noted in those taking omega 3 supplements, particularly flaxseed oil.

MS can now be diagnosed on first presentation to a doctor

A new study of the 2010 McDonald criteria for MS diagnosis shows that 1 in 5 people can now be diagnosed at first presentation to a neurologist if there was MRI evidence of more than one attack arising from more…

Hope is a vital part of recovery in MS

How often have people with MS been told that they should not be given 'false hope' by their treating clinicians? Sadly, this seems to be a common occurrence. Perhaps this is to some extent explained by the fact that doctors…

HOLISM paper shows smoking harmful in MS, alcohol only harmful in excess

The more cigarettes smoked, the worse the quality of life, and never smokers had better quality of life than former smokers.

Warning: women should not be pregnant and on Gilenya

Research shows that being pregnant and on Gilenya at the same time can be risky for women who have also developed multiple sclerosis.

Major stressful life events increase number of lesions on MRI

Preventive medicine researchers in Chicago show the clear effect of major stressful life events in worsening disease activity in PwMS.

HOLISM paper shows intake of healthy fat, fruit and vegetables predict better quality of life and less disability in people with MS

The latest HOLISM paper just published in the international journal Nutritional Neuroscience demonstrates the strong associations of healthy diet with better health for a large international sample of people with MS.

Brazilian Academy of Neurology shares recommended vitamin D level

The Brazilian Academy of Neurology in new Consensus Guidelines are to keep blood vitamin D level between 100-250 nmol/L.