Tag: Multiple Sclerosis
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Rescue Cat Kismet Helps MS Sufferer Stay Positive and Connected to Family
Summary: A feline lifeline for a woman with MS When Mim Greene, who lives with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), first saw rescue cat Kismet, she felt an instant, almost fateful connection. “When I saw he had my name written in his stripes, it really was fate,” she says. The bond began in Drogheda, but it was…
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‘He is my family’: How a Rescue Cat Helps a Dublin Woman Live Positively with MS
Finding light in a tough diagnosis When Mim Greene was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) nearly seven years ago, she didn’t just gain a medical condition — she gained a waking reminder of how fragile and unpredictable life can be. What began as a personal health crisis soon evolved into a broader journey of acceptance,…
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A Cat Called Kismet: How a Rescue Feline Helps a Woman Live with MS
For Mim Greene, a rescue cat named Kismet is more than a pet—he’s family When Mim Greene, who lives with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), first met Kismet, she felt an instant sense of fate. The cat, rescued from the DSPCA, bears Mim’s name in his stripes—a sign she reads as a personal connection that helped her…
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MS Remyelination: New Drug Candidates Show Promise
Overview: A hopeful step toward remyelination in MS Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease that disrupts nerve signals when the immune system damages the myelin sheath, the protective insulation around nerve fibers. More than 2.9 million people worldwide live with MS, and symptoms can range from numbness and vision loss to paralysis. While…
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New Drug Candidates Show Promise for Restoring Myelin in MS
Overview: A hopeful step toward remyelination in MS Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease characterized by damage to the myelin sheath that insulates nerve fibers. This protective layer is essential for fast and efficient nerve signaling between the brain and body. In MS, the immune system often attacks myelin, leading to a range…
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Promising Drug Candidates Could Restore Myelin in MS: K102 and K110 Lead the Way
Overview: A potential breakthrough in multiple sclerosis treatment Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease where the body’s immune system damages the myelin sheath that insulates nerve fibers. This disruption slows or blocks nerve signals, leading to symptoms such as numbness, vision loss, and paralysis. While existing therapies help reduce inflammation, there are no…
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Early Signs of Multiple Sclerosis: Key Indicators Before Diagnosis
Understanding Multiple Sclerosis Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological condition that can lead to significant physical and cognitive disabilities. The disease is characterized by the immune system attacking the protective sheath (myelin) that covers nerve fibers in the central nervous system, disrupting communication between the brain and the body. Symptoms can vary widely, including…
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Early Signs of Multiple Sclerosis Identified Up to 5 Years Before Diagnosis
Understanding Multiple Sclerosis Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological disease with no known cure. Early diagnosis is crucial for slowing disease progression and minimizing disability risks. Recent extensive studies have shed light on a range of early symptoms that may present itself years before a definitive diagnosis, giving healthcare providers a chance to intervene…
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Early Signs of Multiple Sclerosis Identified Years Before Diagnosis
Understanding Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an incurable neurological condition that primarily impacts the central nervous system, affecting the brain and spinal cord. Considered an autoimmune disease, MS occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks the protective covering of nerves, known as myelin. This disruption hampers communication between the brain and the body,…
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Impact of Ultra-Processed Foods on Early Multiple Sclerosis
Understanding the Link Between Diet and Multiple Sclerosis Recent research presented at the 41st Congress of the European Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis (ECTRIMS 2025) sheds light on the concerning relationship between ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and multiple sclerosis (MS). The findings underscore that a higher intake of UPFs may exacerbate disease activity…