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    [an error occurred while processing this directive] New Multiple Sclerosis Vaccine 24 Nov 2005
    BACKGROUND: About 400,000 Americans are living with multiple sclerosis. Multiple sclerosis can range from relatively mild to somewhat disabling to devastating. ...
    - WFtv.com,

    Multiple Sclerosis conference in Faro this weekend 24 Nov 2005
    This Saturday, 26th November, a conference will be taking place on the theme of Multiple Sclerosis. The event is being organized ...
    - Regiao Sul,

    The Fraser Institute-Media Release; Canada's High Performing Non ... 24 Nov 2005
    Community Living Campbellford/Brighton (Campbellford, Ontario) and the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada-Calgary Chapter (Calgary, Alberta) shared the ...
    - CCNMatthews (press release),

    Dragon boat proceeds awarded to MS Sudbury 24 Nov 2005
    The Sudbury chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society is looking forward to big crowds at the 2006 and 2007 Dragon Boat Festivals now that they stand to take ...
    - NorthernLife.ca,

    North Bulletin Board 24 Nov 2005
    Fox Chapel -- Singles who have multiple sclerosis will meet for fun and support from 6 to 8:30 pm Tuesday at Abate Restaurant at the Waterworks, 849 Freeport ...
    - Pittsburgh Post Gazette,

    Israeli expertise modernizing Nepal's farming system 24 Nov 2005
    Industries, said its Copaxone treatment may protect nerves from being damaged and induce recovery in patients with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis. ...
    - Israel 21C,

    Nutra Pharma Penetrates the China Market 24 Nov 2005
    ...is conducting basic drug discovery, research and clinical development for the indications of its therapies that include Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and HIV/AIDS. ...
    - PR Newswire (press release),

    Psychotherapy works over phone, study finds 24 Nov 2005
    Psychotherapy delivered over the telephone reduces symptoms of depression in patients with physical impairments due to multiple sclerosis, investigators report ...
    - Standard-Speaker,

    Study To Look At New MS Treatment 24 Nov 2005
    According to Margarita Fox, director of programs for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s Long Island Chapter, MS is an autoimmune disease that attacks ...
    - Suffolk Life Newspapers,

    Slipping Them The Old Thanksgiving 'Mickey' 24 Nov 2005
    ...metabolites - molecules formed as the body breaks down the amino acid - work as well as any other existing medicines to alleviate multiple sclerosis symptoms. ...
    - Newtown Bee,

    New ATM lobby wants review of medicine subsidy process 24 Nov 2005
    ...incorporates groups representing people with Alzheimers, Arthritis, Cystic Fibrosis, Diabetes, Epilepsy, Haemophilia, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinsons and the ...
    - Radio New Zealand,

    Analysis: Crunch time for Europe's family-owned drug makers 24 Nov 2005
    Its strong market presence in multiple sclerosis and an established biotech infrastructure could make it attractive to a large company like Novartis AG (NOVN.VX ...
    - Reuters

    The Immune Response Corporation Receives Nasdaq Delisting Notice 24 Nov 2005
    Corporation (Nasdaq:IMNR), abiopharmaceutical company dedicated to becoming a leading immune-basedtherapy company in HIV and multiple sclerosis (MS), today ...
    - Finanzen.net,

    The Immune Response Corporation Receives Nasdaq Delisting Notice 24 Nov 2005
    Corporation (Nasdaq:IMNR), a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to becoming a leading immune-based therapy company in HIV and multiple sclerosis (MS), today ...
    - Genetic Engineering News,

    Oil deal is her lifeline 24 Nov 2005
    ...last winter. Kelly suffers from multiple sclerosis. Her husband is food service director for Derby Academy in Hingham. Their three ...
    - Boston Globe,

    Health Beat: Nov. 23, 2005 24 Nov 2005
    The CHRISTUS St. Michael Multiple Sclerosis support group meets at 4 pm on the first Tuesday of each month in the Neuro Gym at CHRISTUS St. ...
    - Texarkana Gazette,

    Local dealerships help find cure for diabetes 24 Nov 2005
    ...implications not only to the future of diabetes treatment, but also to other autoimmune diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis and lupus. ...
    - Rock River Times,

    Doubts over Prescriptions Bill cost 24 Nov 2005
    But some chronic health conditions including cancer, HIV/Aids and multiple sclerosis are not exempt and around 80% of 18- to 60-year-olds face paying charges ...
    - Scotsman,

    Cooking with care 24 Nov 2005
    ...front burner. Students also cook for multiple sclerosis benefits and the Relay for Life Survivor's Dinner in the spring. Adam Atkinson's ...
    - Kinston Free Press,

    Stanford study of sea squirt provides clue to human immune system 24 Nov 2005
    ...how to manipulate our immune systems would also have major ramifications for treating autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis, which essentially ...
    - EurekAlert (press release),

    Increase to Hillsview membership fees OK'd 24 Nov 2005
    Approved a request for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society to use the amphitheater in Steamboat Park for a walk next spring. ...
    - The Capital Journal,

    Northern Monmouth Calendar 24 Nov 2005
    Guests can honor special people by purchasing name tags to be displayed on the Tree of Life. All proceeds benefit the CentraState Multiple Sclerosis Center. ...
    - Asbury Park Press,

    Medicine lobby group launched 24 Nov 2005
    ...incorporates groups representing sufferers of Alzheimer's, arthritis, cystic fibrosis, diabetes, epilepsy, haemophilia, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's, and ...
    - TVNZ,

    Expo to help health and good cause 24 Nov 2005
    AN Adorn, Pamper and Nurture Expo in Pakenham on Friday will raise funds for the Make a Wish Foundation and the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Victoria. ...
    - South East Newspapers,

    American Academy of Neurology elaborates expert witness guidelines 24 Nov 2005
    ...in diagnosing, treating and managing disorders of the brain and nervous system such as Alzheimer's disease, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease ...
    - EurekAlert (press release),

    Hammarskjold holds volunteer fair 24 Nov 2005
    ...the participating organizations this year are: Big Brothers/ Big Sisters, St, Joseph Care Group, Therapeutic Riding Associaton, Multiple Sclerosis Society and ...
    - Thunder Bay's Source,

    Edward H. Tunstall, Detroit: Tuskegee Airman was charitable at ... 24 Nov 2005
    ...in various tournaments. They last played together in May at the annual Multiple Sclerosis Longest Day tournament. “I think he ...
    - DetNews.com,

    Ipswich Family YMCA 24 Nov 2005
    Ski Team and an extensive background in working with professional athletes, cardiac rehab, stroke recovery, Parkinson's disease and multiple sclerosis patients ...
    - Ipswich Chronicle,

    Health Notes 24 Nov 2005
    The National Capital Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society presents “Managing Pain in MS,� with Heidi Maloni, Thursday, Dec. ...
    - Burke Connection,

    Tears as vice girl tells of knifing a client six times 24 Nov 2005
    ...at Garforth Town's ground at 7.30pm tonight to raise funds for local woman Pam Young, who is due to undergo pioneering treatment for multiple sclerosis abroad. ...
    - Leeds Today,

    Community calendar 24 Nov 2005
    WINDWARD SELF-HELP GROUP, for people with multiple sclerosis and their families, 6-7:30 pm, St. John Vianney Parish community office ...
    - Honolulu Advertiser,

    What's up doc? Nerve condition is painful 24 Nov 2005
    ...other diseases. However, some cases of TN are associated with multiple sclerosis, tumors or can even occur after trauma. The trigeminal ...
    - Daily News Transcript,

    Xyrem (Sodium Oxybate) Receives FDA Approval for the Treatment of ... 24 Nov 2005
    Narcolepsy is as widespread as Parkinson's Disease or multiple sclerosis and more prevalent than cystic fibrosis, but it is less well known. ...
    - DG News

    TennCare says it did provide health data 24 Nov 2005
    Dot Watson, general manager for Partners for Healing in Tullahoma, said: "If we knew a lot of people with multiple sclerosis, for example, were coming in, we ...
    - Fairview Observer,

    It's all about your life! 24 Nov 2005
    • The Olive Branch chapter of the multiple sclerosis self-help group meets the fourth Thursday of each month at 7 pm at Maples Memorial Methodist Church ...
    - DeSoto Times,

    GALLAGHER JOINS MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS CENTER OF ATLANTA Nov 22, 2005
    ATLANTA – Eileen M. Gallagher RN, CNP, CMSC, CMC has joined The Multiple Sclerosis Center of Atlanta (MSCA) as a nurse practitioner. ...
    - dBusinessNews Atlanta (press release),

    PHARMAC funds new treatment for multiple sclerosis Nov 21, 2005
    A new treatment for multiple sclerosis will be funded from 1 December, Government drug-funder PHARMAC announced today. Glatiramer ...
    - Scoop.co.nz (press release),

    Multiple sclerosis, FDA acceptance of supplemental biologics ... Nov 19, 2005
    ...plc announced that the supplemental Biologics License Application (sBLA) for TYSABRI® (natalizumab) for the treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS) has been ...
    - Medical News Today (press release),

    Speaker to address living with multiple sclerosis Nov 18, 2005
    Mona Sen, 39, who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis when she was 21, will give a presentation on understanding multiple sclerosis fatigue. ...
    - Oneonta Daily Star,

    Current guidelines for diagnosing multiple sclerosis updated Nov 16, 2005
    An international panel of neurologists has updated the current guidelines for diagnosing multiple sclerosis (MS), strengthening the role of magnetic resonance ...
    - Medical News Today (press release),

    Multiple Sclerosis, COPAXONE® may repair nerve damage Nov 18, 2005
    Clinical research data published in the December issue of Multiple Sclerosis provided evidence that COPAXONE® (glatiramer acetate injection) may offer ...
    - Medical News Today (press release),

    Athlete adapts to multiple sclerosis Nov 17, 2005
    And, as the first issue of Dandelion hit the press in 2003, I learned I had multiple sclerosis, or MS. ... Meet the new face of multiple sclerosis. Buff. Fit. ...
    - Bradenton Herald,

    Cannabis-based drug is cleared for use by multiple sclerosis ... Nov 15, 2005
    By David Winning. People with multiple sclerosis can be prescribed a new cannabis-based med-icine even though it is yet to be licensed in the UK. ...
    - Independent,

    Neurologists Refine Multiple Sclerosis Diagnostic Criteria Nov 10, 2005
    NJ -- November 10, 2005 -- An international panel of neurologists has updated the current guidelines for diagnosing multiple sclerosis (MS), strengthening the ...
    - DG News

    Multiple sclerosis diagnostic guidelines (McDonald criteria) ... Nov 9, 2005
    By The Annals of Neurology, An international panel of neurologists has updated the current guidelines for diagnosing multiple sclerosis (MS), strengthening the ...
    - RxPG NEWS,

    ChemoCentryx to Initiate Clinical Studies of CCR2 Antagonist ... Nov 22, 2005
    CCX915, is a highly selective inhibitor of the CCR2 chemokine receptor which is implicated in the damaging inflammation underlying multiple sclerosis and other ...
    - Business Wire (press release),

    Hassan Nawaz has multiple sclerosis Nov 2, 2005
    Former prime minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif has been permitted to travel to London because his son, Hassan Nawaz, has been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. ...
    - Daily Times,

    'Sharif's son suffering from multiple sclerosis' Nov 3, 2005
    Islamabad, Nov 4. (PTI): The son of Nawaz Sharif is suffering from multiple sclerosis, a chronic disease affecting the central nervous system, media reported ...
    - Hindu,

    New treatment for multiple sclerosis tested Nov 3, 2005
    A new pathway for treating multiple sclerosis may have been found, if “exciting� results in mice can be replicated in humans. ...
    - New Scientist (subscription),

    Compound in Turkey May Help Treat Multiple Sclerosis Nov 4, 2005
    By Miranda Hitti. A compound found in turkey may one day help treat multiple sclerosis (MS), new research shows. So far, scientists ...
    - FOX News

    A multiple sclerosis find Nov 4, 2005
    A team of scientists in California and Germany have prevented paralysis in mice with multiple sclerosis by feeding them a synthetic version of a by-product of ...
    - Newsday,

    Wine and Cheese For Multiple Sclerosis Nov 1, 2005
    GREENVILLE - For those who like to sample a variety of wines and cheeses, along with tasty sampling of creative dishes, then the Multiple Sclerosis Society fund ...
    - Delta Democrat Times,

    Drug maker Schering makes profit on multiple sclerosis pills sales Oct 24, 2005
    ...that its third-quarter net profit rose by 29 percent, lifted by stronger sales of its birth control pill and treatments for multiple sclerosis and program to ...
    - Pravda,

    PharmaFrontiers Tovaxin(TM) Phase IIb Multiple Sclerosis Clinical ... Oct 31, 2005
    ...announced today that the protocol for its Phase IIb clinical trial of Tovaxin(TM), a novel T cell therapeutic vaccine for Multiple Sclerosis (MS), has been ...
    - Genetic Engineering News,

    Metabolon Wins Contract for CDC Multiple Sclerosis Study Oct 27, 2005
    PARK – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has awarded a contract to Metabolon to identify disease biomarkers related to multiple sclerosis. ...
    - Local Tech Wire,

    Metabolon to Identify Disease Biomarkers for CDC Multiple ... Oct 26, 2005
    ...today announced it has been awarded a contract from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to identify disease biomarkers for multiple sclerosis. ...
    - Genetic Engineering News,

    Multiple sclerosis may soon have a cure Nov 4, 2005
    Here is good news for multiple sclerosis (MS) patients. Researchers trying a novel therapy on a mouse version of MS found that the ...
    - Webindia123,

    Exercise is good for multiple sclerosis, but it must be done ... Nov 3, 2005
    Aerobic exercise is thought to help persons with multiple sclerosis fight fatigue, the most common symptom of the disease. Yet MS ...
    - News-Medical.net,

    Woman with multiple sclerosis helps others fight the disease Nov 2, 2005
    Multiple sclerosis is different for each patient. ... For Lisa Eorio, multiple sclerosis affected her stamina and caused weakness in her hand and legs. ...
    - Winston-Salem Journal,

    Multiple Sclerosis Progression Linked To Immune-cell Substance Oct 24, 2005
    ...new study suggests that a substance made by immune cells plays a key role in the progression of a disease in animals that closely mimics multiple sclerosis (MS ...
    - Science Daily (press release)

    Macrophage Inhibitory Factor Causes Multiple Sclerosis Progression Nov 5, 2005
    Researchers have found that Migration/Macrophage Inhibitory factor (MIF) which is an immune cell responsible for progression of Multiple Sclerosis. ...
    - MedIndia,

    Multiple sclerosis progression linked to MIF Oct 25, 2005
    A study suggests that a substance made by immune cells plays a key role in the progression of a disease in animals that closely mimics multiple sclerosis. ...
    - Xagena.it,

    Kelly “Girl� Sutton Uses Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis to ... Nov 7, 2005
    ...“I was diagnosed with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS) in 1988 when I was only 16 years old,� explained Sutton. ...
    - TruckSeries.com,

    Facing Multiple Sclerosis head on Oct 24, 2005
    ...realist. Fischer has Multiple Sclerosis and understands that his physical abilities could diminish at any time with little warning. ...
    - Edwardsville Intelligencer,

    Prominent Perivenular Spaces in Multiple Sclerosis as a Sign of ... Oct 25, 2005
    ...describe prominent perivenular spaces as a sign that is seen on high-resolution (512 x 512) transverse T2-weighted MR images in patients with multiple sclerosis ...
    - Am J Neuroradiology (subscription)

    Multiple Sclerosis Vaccine Oct 26, 2005
    Multiple sclerosis short-circuits the wiring in the brain, causing loss of feeling, vision problems, fatigue and weakness for about 400,000 Americans. ...
    - WIFR,

    Turkey's Twist on Treating Multiple Sclerosis Nov 3, 2005
    Nov. 3, 2005 -- A compound found in turkey may one day help treat multiple sclerosis (MS), new research shows. So far, scientists ...
    - WebMD

    Feds choose Metabolon for multiple sclerosis study Oct 26, 2005
    ...revealed, calls for Metabolon scientists to search for metabolic differences, or biomarkers, in blood samples between people with multiple sclerosis and people ...
    - Raleigh Triangle Business Journal,

    Key Protein Is Linked to Transverse Myelitis and Multiple ... Nov 7, 2005
    ...a single molecule that is a cause of an autoimmune disease in the central nervous system, called transverse myelitis, that is related to multiple sclerosis. ...
    - Johns Hopkins Gazette,

    Thanksgiving mystery: Does turkey make you sleepy Nov 22, 2005
    In fact, the substance could possibly aid in the treatment of depression and multiple sclerosis. Purified tryptophan is a mild sleep-inducing agent. ...
    - Kazinform,

    A novel type of T helper cells found to be a key to inflammatory ... Nov 22, 2005
    The molecular roots of inflammatory and autoimmune diseases such as asthma, arthritis, and multiple sclerosis ( MS ) have been discovered by a team of ...
    - Xagena.it,

    Cannabinoids Show Long-Term Benefits For MS Patients, Study Says Nov 22, 2005
    Psychiatry. The findings are based on the results of a 52-week follow-up trial of more than 500 multiple sclerosis patients. Results ...
    - Norml,

    Business briefs Nov 21, 2005
    Jewelry buffs throughout the region recently enjoyed a showcase of fine gems at Albert’s Diamond Jewelers' Auction, a benefit for Multiple Sclerosis. ...
    - Munster Times,

    Volunteer draws on own experience to help others with MS Nov 20, 2005
    By Toni Hoh. Janet Schroeder doesn't remember a time when her life wasn't affected by multiple sclerosis. Her mother was diagnosed ...
    - Appleton Post Crescent,

    Rising health-care costs devastating for some patients Nov 20, 2005
    O'Connor, 64, has advanced, progressive multiple sclerosis, a deadly, debilitating disease that attacks the central nervous system. ...
    - Beaufort Gazette,

    Coming events Nov 21, 2005
    Your Health Care Benefits,� an educational teleconference sponsored by the Central Pennsylvania Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, is ...
    - Lebanon Daily News,

    Reach for a Star Nov 21, 2005
    Multiple Sclerosis is the most common disabling neurological condition affecting over 6,000 Irish adults and the many thousands of people that share their lives ...
    - Dublinks,

    Back on his own two feet Nov 21, 2005
    RALLY:Bill Horvat doesn't let multiple sclerosis get in the way of his snowmobiling. BY LEE BLOOMQUIST. The way Bill Horvat looks ...
    - Duluth News Tribune,

    Town icon passes away Nov 22, 2005
    For more than 45 years Les not only coped with multiple sclerosis (MS), he lived defiant of the disorder, which left him confined to a wheelchair. ...
    - The Lacombe Globe,

    Body & mind Nov 21, 2005
    Alternatives: The Ohio Valley Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and the Alliance Institute for Integrative Medicine will present a program on ...
    - Cincinnati Enquirer,

    Tele-Response Center Becomes 1 2 1 Direct Response Nov 22, 2005
    ...contact services. Clients include H&R Block Mortgage, Comcast, HBO, Special Olympics and the Multiple Sclerosis Association. Mickey ...
    - DM News,

    New treatment for multiple sclerosis tested Nov 5, 2005
    A new pathway for treating multiple sclerosis may have been found, if “exciting� results in mice can be replicated in humans. ...
    - Digital Silence,

    Metabolon to Identify Disease Biomarkers for CDC Multiple ... Oct 27, 2005
    Metabolon, Inc.has been awarded a contract from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to identify disease biomarkers for multiple sclerosis. ...
    - Carolina Newswire (press release),

    Multiple sclerosis may soon have a cure Nov 4, 2005
    Washington: Here is good news for multiple sclerosis (MS) patients. Researchers trying a novel therapy on a mouse version of MS ...
    - NewKerala.com,

    Gelinas: Understanding Multiple Sclerosis Oct 28, 2005
    By Deborah Gelinas, MD. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is the most common neurological disease in young adults. Half a million people in ...
    - Harvard Post,

    Cannabis medicine cleared for MS patients Nov 16, 2005
    By Lisa Urquhart. A small number of patients will be allowed an unlicensed cannabis-based treatment for multiple sclerosis. Paul ...
    - Financial Times,

    Twenty dollars keeps MS patient from medication Nov 20, 2005
    O'Connor, who has multiple sclerosis, recalls walking his daughter down the aisle as being one of the last times he was able to walk without complications. ...
    - Hilton Head Island Packet,

    Support groups Nov 22, 2005
    Multiple sclerosis: Well spouse/caregivers, singles and a men's only group, 6:30 pm first Tuesday of each month at Edmonds United Methodist Church, 828 Caspers ...
    - Bothell Herald,

    Tarrytown riders raise money for multiple sclerosis 03 Oct 2005
    ...of the Tappan Zee Bridge yesterday morning for 1,000 cyclists to ride across as part of the Tappan Zee Bike Tour, a fundraiser for multiple sclerosis research. ...
    - The Journal News.com

    PharmaFrontiers Presents Positive Tovaxin(TM) Research at ... 03 Oct 2005
    ...positive interim research findings of its Phase I/II clinical trials of Tovaxin(TM), a novel T cell therapeutic vaccine for Multiple Sclerosis on Friday ...
    - Business Wire (press release)

    FTY720 Phase II 12-month data show sustained benefits and good ... 03 Oct 2005
    II study to 12 months confirm the significant effects of FTY720, a novel oral medication, for the treatment of patients with relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS). ...
    - Biotech Intelligence (press release)

    150 miles, countless smiles 03 Oct 2005
    ...one of 3,600 bicyclists participating in the two-day, 16th annual MS 150 Bike to the Beach tour, which benefits the National Multiple Sclerosis Society's Lone ...
    - Corpus Christi Caller Times

    South Texas' Largest Bike Tour Began Saturday 03 Oct 2005
    The 16th annual "Bike to the Beach" tour kicked off Saturday morning with proceeds of the bicyclists tour to benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. ...
    - AXcess News

    BioMS Medical to present at Biocontact 2005 03 Oct 2005
    3 /CNW/ - BioMS Medical Corp. (TSX: MS), a leading developer in the treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS), today announced that Mr. Ryan Giese, Vice President ...
    - Canada NewsWire (press release)

    Disabled Woman Suing EPD For Throwing Her In A Ditch 03 Oct 2005
    Angle's attorney says she tried to tell officers she couldn't get out on her own because she has multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease.
    - WFIE-TV

    Deutsche Bank Ups Novartis To Buy From Hold 03 Oct 2005
    Nomura says Novartis' treatment could be first effective oral therapy for multiple sclerosis on market, expects launch in '08. Novartis +0.8% at CHF66.20. ...
    - New Ratings

    Deep Brain Stimulation 03 Oct 2005
    Possible areas of study for DBS are in seizure disorders, multiple sclerosis, paralysis, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and depression. ...
    - rarediseases.about.com

    Catawba Valley Calendar 03 Oct 2005
    ...(828) 322-6333. ALEXANDER COUNTY MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SELF-HELP GROUP: 11:30 am-1 pm, St. Paul's Lutheran Church Parish Hall, 323 First Ave. SW, Taylorsville. ...
    - Charlotte Observer

    Williamses' contributions honored with tribute award 03 Oct 2005
    He was a pioneer in supporting low-income and senior-citizen housing and was a supporter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society's local fund-raiser, the MS Walk. ...
    - Cincinnati Enquirer

    Health Etc: Events for week of Oct. 3 03 Oct 2005
    ...or (812) 485-5725. Dr. Roderick Warren and Dr. Allison Weaver will present a free program on multiple sclerosis Oct. 11 at 7 pm ...
    - Evansville Courier & Press (subscription)

    New Immune Cell Found to be a Key to Inflammatory Diseases 03 Oct 2005
    Newswise — The molecular roots of inflammatory and autoimmune diseases such as asthma, arthritis, and multiple sclerosis (MS) have been discovered by a team ...
    - Newswise (press release)

    Hold on a minute 03 Oct 2005
    ...ablaze. He then contracted multiple sclerosis and became a wheelchair-user, Ross continued, although still occasionally performing. ...
    - The Herald

    Health announcements 03 Oct 2005
    The Bowie / Crofton Multiple Sclerosis Support group will meet from 7:30 to 9:30 pm Thursday at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 611 Columbian Way, Bowie. ...
    - Annapolis Capital

    Greasing Interferon's Gears May Pave Way To Greater Therapeutic ... 03 Oct 2005
    ...of a mechanism to tweak Stat1's responsiveness may prove particularly useful for patients with such disorders as hepatitis C, multiple sclerosis and many types ...
    - Science Daily (press release)

    Multiple Sclerosis - Largest Global Study Launched to Examine ... Oct 1, 2005
    Project (GAP), the largest multi-national study of its kind to date to evaluate patient adherence to long-term treatments for multiple sclerosis (MS) in a real ...
    - Medical News Today (press release)

    Multiple Sclerosis Patients Learn How the Mind Affects the Body Oct 1, 2005
    According to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 400,000 Americans have MS, a chronic disease of the central nervous system. ...
    - WLUC-TV

    Multiple Sclerosis Gene Cluster Pinpointed Sep 29, 2005
    The most comprehensive genetic study to date of multiple sclerosis has pinpointed a cluster of genes on chromosome 6 as playing the major role in causing the ...
    - Scoopt.org

    Ayag receives John Dystel Nursing Fellowship in Multiple Sclerosis Sep 29, 2005
    Watertown resident Anthony Ayag is the first Mount Auburn Hospital nurse to receive the John Dystel Nursing Fellowship in Multiple Sclerosis, which is ...
    - Watertown TAB & Press

    IL-6 linked to transverse myelitis and multiple sclerosis Sep 30, 2005
    ...single molecule that is a cause of an autoimmune disease in the central nervous system, called transverse myelitis ( TM ), that is related to multiple sclerosis ...
    - Xagena.it

    Multiple Sclerosis barrier to love Sep 30, 2005
    The same survey revealed that 56% Europeans still incorrectly believe that people with MS will die early(1) and as many as 75% think that people with the ...
    - FemaleFirst.co.uk

    Biogen, Elan seek return of multiple sclerosis drug Sep 26, 2005
    ...on Monday said they have submitted new safety data to US regulators on their drug Tysabri, in hopes of getting the withdrawn multiple sclerosis treatment back ...
    - Reuters

    Study Shows Glycominds Test May Predict Active Multiple Sclerosis Sep 28, 2005
    ...present at the conference the initial results of a landmark study that successfully predicted impending disease activity in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients ...
    - Business Wire (press release)

    Genetical Screening Can Detect Early Signs Of Multiple Sclerosis Sep 28, 2005
    Research shows that gene variations make some people vulnerable to suffer from the dreaded disease of multiple sclerosis and a simple genetic testing can ...
    - MedIndia

    ANA: Impaired Gene Cluster Singled Out in Multiple Sclerosis Sep 27, 2005
    27-The most complete genetic study to date of multiple sclerosis singles out a cluster of genes on chromosome 6 as the only group to play a significant role in ...
    - MedPage Today

    Molecule Behind Multiple Sclerosis Discovered Sep 26, 2005
    ...central nervous system, called transverse myelitis (TM). This disease is related to multiple sclerosis. In a study published in the ...
    - MedIndia

    Researchers find use of multiple sclerosis drug during pregnancy ... Sep 26, 2005
    26 /CNW/ - Researchers at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) have determined that women being treated for multiple sclerosis (MS) with beta interferon ...
    - Canada NewsWire (press release)

    ANA: Impaired Gene Cluster Singled Out in Multiple Sclerosis Sep 28, 2005
    27-The most complete genetic study to date of multiple sclerosis singles out a cluster of genes on chromosome 6 as the only group to play a significant role in ...
    - Scoopt.org

    Research inches close to multiple sclerosis cure Sep 28, 2005
    Each year around 2.5 million people world-wide, including 400,000 Americans, are affected by multiple sclerosis, a crippling disease that targets the brain and ...
    - Yale Daily News

    MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE IN THESSALONIKI Sep 28, 2005
    The 21st Conference on Multiple Sclerosis opened in Thessaloniki today with the participation of 3,500 delegates organized jointly by the European Committee ...
    - Macedonian Press Agency

    Oral contraceptives reduce multiple sclerosis risk Sep 29, 2005
    A comparison reveals that women on oral contraceptives are less likely to develop multiple sclerosis. Previous research has suggested ...
    - HealthandAge.com

    Definitive Gene Screen Confirms Multiple Sclerosis Suspects Sep 23, 2005
    San Diego -- A cluster of genes on chromosome six is the only one that plays a significant role in multiple sclerosis (MS), according to the most complete ...
    - Science Daily (press release)

    Water Channel Protein Implicated In Relative Of Multiple Sclerosis Sep 23, 2005
    San Diego -- Researchers have identified a molecular suspect in a disorder similar to multiple sclerosis (MS) that attacks the optic nerve and spinal cord ...
    - Science Daily (press release)

    Move to Reinstate Multiple Sclerosis Drug Sep 20, 2005
    ...and the Elan Corporation said yesterday that they would seek federal regulatory approval to resume sales of the withdrawn Tysabri drug for multiple sclerosis. ...
    - New York Times

    Study: The pill, pregnancy cut multiple sclerosis risk Sep 18, 2005
    Women who take oral contraceptives or are pregnant have a lower risk of developing multiple sclerosis, a new study finds. Earlier ...
    - Indianapolis Star

    Pregnancy and pill lower multiple sclerosis risk Sep 19, 2005
    School of Public Health have published new findings that women who are pregnant or taking oral contraceptives have a lower risk of developing multiple sclerosis ...
    - Blogging Baby

    Multiple sclerosis gene cluster confirmed Sep 22, 2005
    A cluster of genes on chromosome six has is the only one playing a significant role in multiple sclerosis, according to the most complete genetic study to date ...
    - Betterhumans

    Multiple Sclerosis Foundation Offers Quality of Life Grants to MS ... Sep 20, 2005
    FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 20 (AScribe Newswire) -- The Multiple Sclerosis Foundation (MSF) has expanded its national Quality of Life Grant Program for 2006. ...
    - AScribe

    Aquaporin-4 implicated in a form of multiple sclerosis Sep 21, 2005
    By American Neurological Association, Researchers have identified a molecular suspect in a disorder similar to multiple sclerosis (MS) that attacks the optic ...
    - RxPG NEWS

    Water channel protein implicated in relative of multiple sclerosis Sep 21, 2005
    Researchers have identified a molecular suspect in a disorder similar to multiple sclerosis (MS) that attacks the optic nerve and spinal cord, according to a ...
    - Medical News Today (press release)

    Promising diagnostic tools for multiple sclerosis developed at ... Sep 20, 2005
    Yale School of Medicine researchers have identified three rapid diagnostic methods that can target antibodies commonly found in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients ...
    - EurekAlert

    Oral contraceptives linked to reduced risk of multiple sclerosis Sep 18, 2005
    A study, published in the Archives of Neurology, showed that over a three-year period, the risk of developing multiple sclerosis ( MS ) was reduced in women ...
    - Xagena.it

    Special fund-raiser helps Multiple Sclerosis Society Sep 23, 2005
    By Tamara Fudge. “I would be dead right now if it weren’t for research,� said Valerie Culp at the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s “A Taste of ...
    - Quad City Times

    Fundraisers needed for Multiple Sclerosis charity Sep 19, 2005
    LIMERICK people are being invited to throw their weight behind a major campaign to be launched by the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Ireland. ...
    - Limerick Post

    Several therapies relieve pain of multiple sclerosis Sep 18, 2005
    Multiple sclerosis is a disease that destroys part of the inside of the nerves, thereby disrupting communication between the brain and the rest of the body. ...
    - St. Petersburg Times

    Could the pill halve multiple-sclerosis risk? Sep 12, 2005
    Women who take the contraceptive pill cut their short-term risk of developing multiple sclerosis by nearly half, according to a survey. ...
    - Nature.com (subscription)

    Oral Contraceptives May Cut Multiple Sclerosis Risk Sep 13, 2005
    TUESDAY, Sept. 13 (HealthDayNews) -- Women who take oral contraceptives or are pregnant have a lower risk of developing multiple sclerosis, a new study finds. ...
    - Forbes

    Long Islanders will Pedal for an End to Multiple Sclerosis Sep 8, 2005
    Hauppauge, NY (OPENPRESS) September 9, 2005 -- Every week 200 people are diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis – the chronic, often disabling disease that ...
    - The Open Press (press release)

    LONG ISLANDERS WILL PEDAL FOR AN END TO MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS Sep 10, 2005
    .../24-7PressRelease/ - HAUPPAUGE, NY, September 10, 2005 - Every week 200 people are diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis - the chronic, often disabling disease ...
    - 24-7PressRelease.com (press release)

    Swimmers to cross Hudson for multiple sclerosis Sep 5, 2005
    HARRISON — Since she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at age 24, Karen Frankel has been blind for several weeks at time, and her legs drag and her hands ...
    - The Journal News.com

    National Multiple Sclerosis Society Offers Information and ... Sep 9, 2005
    The hurricane has also devastated the Louisiana Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, both in terms of its physical offices and by displacing ...
    - PR Newswire (press release)

    Oral Contraceptives Associated with Reduced Risk of Multiple ... Sep 13, 2005
    Over a three-year period, the risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS) was reduced in women taking oral contraceptives. Chicago, Ill. ...
    - Kansas City infoZine

    Tigers Take Part In Fight Against Multiple Sclerosis Sep 9, 2005
    COLUMBIA, Mo. - The Gateway Area Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society will host its annual stop on the MS 150 Bike Tour this weekend, September ...
    - Mizzou Tigers

    Multiple Sclerosis society program to be held Sep 7, 2005
    The Central Pennsylvania chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis society is holding an educational program accessible by telephone from 7 pm to 8:30 pm on ...
    - Chambersburg Public Opinion

    Does the pill Protect Against Multiple Sclerosis? Sep 12, 2005
    Researchers from the Harvard School of Public Health in Boston, say the pill may help prevent multiple sclerosis, an autoimmune disease that affects the ...
    - Ivanhoe

    Oral Contraceptives Associated With Reduced Risk Of Multiple ... Sep 13, 2005
    By JAMA/Archives, Over a three-year period, the risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS) was reduced in women taking oral contraceptives, according to a ...
    - RxPG NEWS

    Prevent Multiple Sclerosis From Oral Contraceptives Sep 13, 2005
    Women who take oral contraceptives may be less at risk from developing the dreaded disease of multiple sclerosis. This study result ...
    - MedIndia

    Women using contraceptive seem less likely to develop multiple ... Sep 13, 2005
    Women who use oral contraceptive seem to be less likely to develop multiple sclerosis (MS), but the effect is short-lived; in the long-term, former oral ...
    - Pravda

    Depression improved during telephone therapy in multiple sclerosis ... Sep 7, 2005
    Patients with multiple sclerosis showed significant improvement in their depression during 16 weeks of telephone-administered psychotherapy treatment ...
    - Medical News Today (press release)

    IBD Linked to Risk of Multiple Sclerosis Sep 1, 2005
    1, 2005 - People with inflammatory bowel disease have a higher than normal risk for developing multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune disorders, new studies ...
    - WebMD

    Bike tour hopes to raise $1 million for multiple sclerosis Sep 10, 2005
    Their mission: raising money for multiple sclerosis research. The fifth annual MS 150 Magical Mystery Bike Tour kicked off at 8 am Saturday. ...
    - New Bern Sun Journal

    Ultraconserved regions in multiple sclerosis Sep 14, 2005
    The epidemiology of multiple sclerosis. Mayo Clin Proc 1997; 72: 871–878. ... New diagnostic criteria for multiple sclerosis: guidelines for research protocols. ...
    - Nature.com (subscription)

    380 hiking for multiple sclerosis Sep 17, 2005
    ...tingled and they were already tired, but they will keep walking the three-day, 50-mile hike down the coast to raise funds for research into multiple sclerosis. ...
    - San Diego Union Tribune

    Betaseron(R) Demonstrates Impressive Protection Against ... Sep 30, 2005
    ...aspects of CIS," explained Dr. Freedman, Professor of Medicine (Neurology) at the University of Ottawa and Director of the Multiple Sclerosis Research Unit at ...
    - CNW Telbec (Communiqués de presse)

    Treating Multiple Sclerosis Sep 9, 2005
    Multiple Sclerosis Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a condition that affects the central nervous system (the nerves in the brain and spinal cord). ...
    - WSOCtv.com

    Multiple Sclerosis groups to meet Sep 11, 2005
    By Staff report. The Washington, Ind., support group of the Tri-State Multiple Sclerosis Association will meet Saturday at 10 am at Daviess Community Hospital. ...
    - Evansville Courier & Press (subscription)

    Tele-Response Center, Inc. Wins Multiple Sclerosis Association of ... Sep 9, 2005
    ...(TRC) recently announced it has entered into a new agreement with the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) to participate in MSAA's ongoing donor ...
    - 24-7PressRelease.com (press release)

    Multiple Sclerosis: Does Birth Order Influence Your Risk? Sep 2, 2005
    Whether you're the oldest, youngest or middle child in your family, your risk of contracting multiple sclerosis (MS) is about the same as every one of your ...
    - MS Neighborhood

    Humour, strong spirits help couple deal with multiple sclerosis Sep 2, 2005
    They were relieved to discover that wasn't the case, but it took nine months for doctors to diagnose Sharon with multiple sclerosis. ...
    - Stoney Creek News

    Telephone therapy helps with multiple sclerosis Sep 7, 2005
    A study shows that telephone therapy can really improve depression among patients who have multiple sclerosis. Many patients who ...
    - HealthandAge.com

    Grootste wereldwijde studie gelanceerd voor onderzoek naar ... Sep 29, 2005
    ...( BW)(BIOGEN-IDEC)(BIIB) Largest Global Study Launched to Examine Patient Adherence to Drug Therapy in Multiple Sclerosis Biotech Writers BIOWIRE2K THESSALONIKI ...
    - Netherlands Corporate News

    Schering Betaferon study shows 50 pct reduced risk of developing ' ... Sep 30, 2005
    BERLIN (AFX) - Schering AG said a 2-year study on the use of its multiple sclerosis drug Betaferon 250 mcg showed a 50 pct reduced risk of developing ...
    - Forbes

    Myelin Suppresses Plasticity In The Mature Brain Sep 30, 2005
    Second Patient With Multiple Sclerosis Undergoes Groundbreaking Surgery At Yale (March 21, 2002) -- A 29-year-old man with multiple sclerosis is the second ...
    - Science Daily (press release)

    Record Number of Cyclists Depart Today for South Texas' Largest ... Oct 1, 2005
    The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Lone Star Chapter's 16th annual HEB MS 150 Bike to the Beach Bike Tour will take off bright and early this morning ...
    - Business Wire (press release)

    Multiple Sclerosis Gene Cluster Pinpointed Sep 28, 2005
    28, 2005 (San Diego) -- The most comprehensive genetic study to date of multiple sclerosis has pinpointed a cluster of genes on chromosome 6 as playing the ...
    - WebMD

    Birth order does not affect multiple sclerosis risk Aug 30, 2005
    A study shows that older siblings do not, as had previously been believed, run a higher risk of multiple sclerosis. It's been suggested ...
    - HealthandAge.com

    Ailing veterans blame their MS on Gulf War Sep 28, 2005
    As veterans of the 1991 Persian Gulf War, they are among perhaps 450 men and women across the country who blame their multiple sclerosis on that war's ...
    - Seattle Post Intelligencer

    US Soldiers in Iraq Cycle 100 Miles in the Desert to Raise ... Sep 27, 2005
    ...in MS Bike Tours(R), a group of 15 US military personnel concerned about the plight of those struggling with the effects of multiple sclerosis participated in ...
    - PR Newswire (press release)

    CepTor Announces Patent Filing for Neurodur (C-201) Pro-Drug in ... Sep 30, 2005
    ...pro-drug. It also speaks to multiple uses in several neurodegenerative indications including multiple sclerosis (MS). Neurodur includes ...
    - Genetic Engineering News

    The Enid News and Eagle Oct 1, 2005
    Call Teresa Bailey, RN, at 233-0650. Multiple Sclerosis Support Group , 7 pm, Christian Church of the Covenant, 1205 S. Cleveland. ...
    - Enid News & Eagle

    A cluster of genes on chromosome six plays a significant role in ... Sep 28, 2005
    A genetic study found that a cluster of genes on chromosome six is the only one that plays a significant role in multiple sclerosis ( MS ). ...
    - Xagena.it

    MS Support group meets monthly Sep 29, 2005
    The Multiple Sclerosis Support Group offers an upbeat place to go for resources, emotional support and information about this disease. ...
    - Pioneer Press Online

    WHAT'S HAPPENING Sep 29, 2005
    Dr. Mark Cascione, medical director of the South Tampa Multiple Sclerosis Center, will discuss the latest treatments and oral medications being developed at a ...
    - Orlando Sentinel

    Sativex, a Cannabis Based Medicine, Significantly Reduces Central ... Sep 27, 2005
    The cannabis based medicine, Sativex(r), is effective in reducing central neuropathic pain and sleep disturbance in people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in a UK ...
    - PharmaLive.com (press release)

    Teri Garr brings message of hope and humor to QC Sep 28, 2005
    Tuesday, Quad-Citians had the opportunity to get to know the “over-50� actress in her latest role — as a leading speaker on multiple sclerosis, a chronic ...
    - Quad City Times

    Promising drug's fate unclear Sep 28, 2005
    For patients like Aloha's Alicia Gilbert, the newest multiple sclerosis drug has been like the disease itself -- an on-again, off-again study in uncertainty. ...
    - OregonLive.com

    Confirmed Favorable Safety Profile for Active Biotech's Oral MS ... Sep 26, 2005
    ACTI.ST) recently concluded clinical phase II safety study shows that laquinimod, a novel oral medication for the treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS), was ...
    - PrimeZone (press release)

    Research blazes paths into MS Sep 28, 2005
    In a world of mysterious diseases, multiple sclerosis has always been among the most puzzling and hard to control. The nerve-damaging ...
    - OregonLive.com

    Task Force Liberty personnel participate in MS100 Bike Tour Sep 25, 2005
    Fifteen Task Force Liberty Soldiers, Airmen and civilian contractors participated in the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s Bike Tour Saturday and Sunday ...
    - Blackanthem.com

    Elan, Biogen resubmit Tysabri with US regulators UPDATE Sep 27, 2005
    AFX) - Elan Corporation PLC and Biogen Idec Inc have sent Tysabri back to US regulators for assessment as a treatment for Multiple Sclerosis, seven months ...
    - Forbes

    Athletes multi-task for charity Sep 27, 2005
    The annual fundraiser for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society gave him the chance to work for his health, hobby and a separate good cause all at the same ...
    - Simpsonville Tribune Times

    Caring in the community Sep 26, 2005
    Hear author and TV-radio personality Sue Thomas talk during the annual Women Against Multiple Sclerosis luncheon Wednesday. It will ...
    - Tallahassee Democrat




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