Research on Faulty Stem Cells Suggests MS Patients Need Tailored Therapies

Source Multiple Sclerosis News Today:

Brain stem cells from primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS) patients lack the ability to repair brain damage and to trigger the maturation of protective myelin-producing cells, a surprising study with far-reaching implications indicates.

Cakes and help needed

Cakes needed for cake sale at Milton Park on Friday 5th May, can you either

– buy or make some cakes/cake? We need cookies, cupcakes, whole cakes, any cakes….?

– help on the stall between 11 and 2?

Ocrevus (ocrelizumab) Approved By FDA

Read Multiple Sclerosis News Today’s full, ongoing coverage of the Ocrevus approval:

News:

FDA Approves Ocrevus as 1st MS Treatment for Both Relapsing and Primary Progressive Forms

Ocrevus’ Journey from Defiant Idea to Game-Changing Treatment

Ocrevus and the Hope of ‘Ending MS Forever’: Interview with MS Society’s Tim Coetzee

Social Media:

5 Things to Know About the New MS Drug Ocrevus

Stay tuned for additional follow-up coverage throughout the week on Multiple Sclerosis News Today, including:

  • Reaction statements from Genentech, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, and other major MS influencers on the approval.
  • Exclusive interview with Dr. Peter Chin, Group Medical Director for Neuroscience, US Medical Affairs at Genentech.
  • Exclusive interview with Tim Coetzee, Chief Advocacy, Services, and Research Officer (NMSS) on Ocrevus and issues of importance.
  • Interviews with MS patients, as well as Multiple Sclerosis News Today columnists, on reaction of the Ocrevus approval.

Relaxation

 

Source MS Trust:

Relaxation techniques are activities that generate a feeling of complete peace and calm, away from daily hassles and routines.

The Mobility Roadshow

 

Europe’s largest test-drive and independent mobility event.

1 – 3rd June 2017 NAEX Stoneleigh, Warickshire. Free addmission and parking. Fully accessible.

Test drive and compare the latest:

Accessible vehicles, adapted driving controls, mobility scooters, ramps, wheelchairs, hoists and innovative ideas for easier mobility and much more! Visit their website here.