Source The Telegraph:
British scientists have discovered a potential cause for multiple sclerosis, in a major breakthrough that could pave the way for new treatments for the disease.
New drug for neurodegenerative disease is being developed
Source BBC: 
Scientists hope they have found a drug to stop all neurodegenerative brain diseases, including dementia.
In 2013, a UK Medical Research Council team stopped brain cells dying in an animal for the first time, creating headline news around the world.
But the compound used was unsuitable for people, as it caused organ damage.
Now two drugs have been found that should have the same protective effect on the brain and are already safely used in people.
“It’s really exciting,” said Prof Giovanna Mallucci, from the MRC Toxicology Unit in Leicester. Read on.
Cake sale reminder
Just a reminder to get baking soon for our cake sale on Friday 5th, we also would love some shop bought cakes, bring to the centre on Thursday or Friday morning.
London Marathon
After months of training huge congratulations to Will Jones for completing the London Marathon yesterday. His first time and completed in an amazing 4 hours 28. Will was very driven by the charities he was representing which included 45% of the amount raised going to the Centre and we are very grateful for his efforts.
Oxygen volunteers needed
We have recently opened oxygen up for Mondays and are looking to expand to another session. Anyone interested please speak to myself, Mike Waters or Tim Pett for more information. It would entail training with another operator at least once a week until they are happy with the operation of the chamber before becoming a second operator and eventually a first operator.
I tried to eat to beat MS
Source The I News:
When she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, Siobhan Norton’s neurologist warned her not to put her faith in eating plans to ‘cure’ her condition.
Personal Independence Payments – Information Eventd
Source Newbury MS Society:
Are you worried about claiming Personal Independence Payments (PIP)?
Stop PIP reassessments for patients with progressive diseases, campaigners say
Source The Guardian:
MPs and patient groups have called for an end to the repeated assessments that people with progressive diseases must undergo in order to qualify for disability benefits.
Thousands have disability vehicles taken away
Source BBC:
More than 50,000 disabled people have had specially adapted vehicles taken away since changes to disability benefits in 2013.
London Marathon Run
Not long until our runner Will Jones takes part in the London Marathon, there is a sponsorship sheet at the centre or contact Sue by email if you wish to donate.
