News file for: Multiple Sclerosis

Clinical Trial To Test If Vitamin D Can Prevent Multiple Sclerosis

Clinical Trial To Test If Vitamin D Can Prevent Multiple Sclerosis

A new clinical trial set to take place in Australia and New Zealand will test whether vitamin D can prevent multiple sclerosis in those at risk of developing the disease.

Interleukin-5 Jab Offers Hope For Treating Autoimmune Disease

Interleukin-5 Jab Offers Hope For Treating Autoimmune Disease

Research into treatments for autoimmune diseases may have received a booster shot as interleukin-5 injections show promise in regulating the body’s immune system.

Australian Study To Assess Sativex As Cannabis Withdrawal Drug

Australian Study To Assess Sativex As Cannabis Withdrawal Drug

Researchers are studying whether the pharmaceutical drug Sativex – registered for pain relief in multiple sclerosis patients – can help people better manage cannabis withdrawal symptoms as well.

Research Unlocks Genetic Variants That Cause Multiple Sclerosis

Research Unlocks Genetic Variants That Cause Multiple Sclerosis

An international team of scientists has identified the major common genetic variants that contribute to the cause of the devastating neurologic disease, multiple sclerosis.