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Internationally acclaimed photographer creates first-of-its-kind exhibit highlighting the struggles, hopes and personal choices upon diagnoses A new photo exhibit created by Caitlin Cronenberg, entitled 'Dream/Awake' shares personal stories of young women TORONTO, May 30, 2012 /CNW/ - In recognition of World MS Day on May 30th, renowned international photographer, Caitlin Cronenberg, has created a first-of-its-kind photo exhibit to showcase the journey young women face when diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS). With many women diagnosed in the prime of their lives, three vivacious women from across the country participated in the project and shared their personal stories through a new lens. The national exhibit, entitled DREAM/AWAKE, will be unveiled today in Toronto, featuring Caitlin's visual interpretation of each woman's personal experience with MS. The exhibit takes aim at life after diagnosis, telling a visual tale of the pivotal moment when a young woman learns she has MS and the personal journey that follows. The images demonstrate the feelings of loss - of body, family, opportunity or work - and how each woman has reclaimed her life through treatment and become a figure of inspiration for young women fighting the disease. "The women featured in my exhibit are such an inspiration to … Continue reading →

WESTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Today, Biogen Idec (BIIB) will join with the multiple sclerosis (MS) community around the world to celebrate the Fourth Annual World MS Day by hosting diverse educational activities across the globe. Created and led by the Multiple Sclerosis International Federation (MSIF), World MS Day is a global campaign to raise awareness of MS. Every year, the MS movement comes together to provide the public with information about MS and how it affects the lives of more than 2 million people around the world. We have partnered with the global MS community for almost 20 years to raise awareness of this debilitating disease and we feel a deep responsibility to spotlight the needs of the community, said John Richert, M.D., vice president, global medical affairs, Biogen Idec. At Biogen Idec, our philosophy is patients first and we have an unwavering commitment to MS. This years theme for World MS Day focuses on the 1000 Faces of MS, putting people with MS at the heart of the day. The MSIF created 1000 Faces of MS, bringing together stories, messages and support for people living with and affected by MS, providing an opportunity to be a part of the global … Continue reading →

New Delhi, May 29 : All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) will be mobilising efforts towards the creation of India specific data at the national level to solve Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and related diseases and provide better lives for those who are suffering from the debilitating disease. Addressing a press conference on the eve of World Multiple Sclerosis Day Head of the Department, Neurology, AIIMS, Prof Madhuri Behari said, "There is a need for better understanding and medications to prevent progression and disability." The AIIMS is keen to set up a National MS Registry for maintenance of epidemiological data of MS patients from across the country for evidence based research, treatment, and education, she said. She added that since 2011, the Department of Neurology has also begun collecting data of MS patients undergoing counselling and treatment at AIIMS on the basis of their demographic profile, medical conditions, quality of life, disability stage and post treatment outcome. Ahead of the World MS day, Additional Professor of Neurology, AIIMS, Dr Rohit Bhatia said the neurology centre at AIIMS today is seeing more patients residing in tier I and tier II cities from across the country. "Therefore efforts are being made to … Continue reading →

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Editor's Choice Main Category: Multiple Sclerosis Article Date: 29 May 2012 - 9:00 PDT Current ratings for: 'World MS Day: Working Towards A Brighter Future' 4.67 (3 votes) In the run-up to WMSD, patient advocacy groups from twenty countries met last weekend in Zurich, Switzerland (May 24th) at a unique Patient Summit which brought together MS societies, activists, MS bloggers and social media experts to learn from each other about how to communicate the challenges of living and working with MS to a wider audience. MS is the leading cause of neurological disability among young and middle-aged adults. Symptoms usually start between the ages of 25 and 31 - a time when adult life is just beginning, when careers are being launched and when plans are being laid for the future. One of the most devastating consequences of MS in this relatively young population is unemployment. A key objective of the Patient Summit was to debate how best to convince employers and policy makers that helping people with MS to remain actively employed is good for both patients and for society. There is growing evidence that helping people with MS continue to work can play a vital role in their … Continue reading →

* No evidence of benefit in long-term clinical trial * Study tested capsules of active cannabis ingredient THC LONDON, May 29 (Reuters) - Cannabis capsules failed to slow the progression of multiple sclerosis in a large British study, dealing a blow to hopes that the drug could provide long-term benefits for patients with the debilitating nerve disease. Despite promising signs in earlier, shorter studies, researchers found patients who took capsules containing tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a key active ingredient in cannabis, fared no better than those given a placebo. The finding is a disappointment for researchers who thought cannabis might provide a viable therapy in the disease's secondary progressive stage, when patients have few treatment options. Multiple sclerosis (MS) patients were assessed in the trial known as CUPID (cannabinoid use in progressive inflammatory brain disease) on both a disability scale administered by neurologists and another based on their own reporting. "Overall the study found no evidence to support an effect of THC on MS progression in either of the main outcomes," researchers led by John Zajicek of the Peninsula College of Medicine and Dentistry, Plymouth University, said. Results from the study, which was funded by Britain's Medical Research Council, will be presented … Continue reading →

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) Mike Napoli's three-run homer put the Texas Rangers ahead to stay. The catcher also blocked the plate to prevent a run and was in sync with pitcher Matt Harrison all night. Not a bad all-around effort. Nelson Cruz added a homer of his own and two outfield assists, combining with Napoli to deny Brendan Ryan an inside-the-park homer in the eighth inning, and Texas beat the Seattle Mariners 4-2 on Monday night. ''That was awesome,'' said Harrison, who tossed eight strong innings. Napoli and Cruz homered before Michael Saunders singled in the eighth for Seattle. Ryan followed with a liner to right-center that bounced over the glove of a diving Craig Gentry and rolled to the wall. While Saunders scored easily, Cruz ran down the ball and threw to second baseman Ian Kinsler, who made a perfect relay to the plate. Napoli tagged out the sliding Ryan. ''I'm never going to forget that as long as I live,'' Ryan said. ''I don't even know where to start with that. ... I never had the opportunity before. Loss aside and all that, it would have been pretty sweet. Kind of a baseball bucket list thing.'' Except Ryan never … Continue reading →

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24 May 2012 Last updated at 20:02 ET Researchers are carrying out clinical trials to find out if women with a range of autoimmune diseases could be helped by hormones found in pregnancy. Women with a range of conditions, including multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis and thyroid disease report dramatic improvements in their symptoms during pregnancy. However many say their conditions return, or worsen, after childbirth. Two clinical trials are being held in France and California. Researchers want to find out whether increasing levels of progesterone or oestrogen could protect women from relapses after childbirth. The MS Society has welcomed the study but urged some caution. Chief executive Simon Gillespie said: "This is encouraging. Some of the research going on, particularly the research in France at the moment, gives a potential clue and a potential way forward on treatments but long-term use of hormones is problematic. It does cause risks. "So therefore the research needs to be done properly to identify what the benefits are and what the risks are before there can be any genuine therapeutic use." The results from the French study are due in October. Read the rest here: MS symptoms 'eased' by pregnancy … Continue reading →