Medical Research & News

MS Ireland/UCD Research Published
A research project on memory and MS conducted by UCD and funded by MS Ireland has thrown up some interesting results.
http://www.irishtimes.com/newspaper/health/2011/1101/1224306841074.html

European Medicines Agency’s Committee for Medicinal Products for human use issues positive opinion on marketing authorization application for FAMPYRA
http://www.ms-society.ie/uploads/File/Reseach/Fampyra_20052011.pdf

Sun exposure and Vitamin D levels and its connection with MS. An Australian study published in the issue of ‘Neurology’ provides additional evidence for a potential role for low levels of sunlight exposure and Vitamin D as triggers for Multiple Sclerosis
To read more please visit the MS Trust Website http://www.mstrust.org.uk/news/article.jsp?id=4495

Researchers have completed two clinical trials testing a therapy for multiple sclerosis patients called the Story Memory Technique (SMT). It’s a behavioral, non-medical therapy designed to help people learn new information. In both trials, patients scored better on memory tests and reported that their “everyday” memory improved after treatment.
To read more please visit the MS Trust Website http://www.mstrust.org.uk/research/news/article.jsp?id=5104

Learn more about Cognitive difficulties in MS.   Build confidence in managing them.
Staying Smart is an online project from The MS Trust and Royal Holloway, University of London.

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