University of Central Florida researchers have been awarded a grant from the National Institutes of Health to explore ways to reverse the nerve damage done by multiple sclerosis and other neurological conditions. The Florida team will use the grant to study the breakdown of myelin, the substance that covers and protects nerves inside the brain and spinal cord. The researchers hope their studies will help them develop medications and treatments that reverse damage to these nerves, since current...
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In previous posts, I've touched upon the subject of my co-workers, the accommodations they have made for me, and the important role their... Read more »
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Having dispensed with the political inanity known as "Health Care", I would like to advocate for fixed but high remuneration to specialty... Read more »
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You've received the diagnosis. You have multiple sclerosis. Where do you go from here? Your personal physician will be your first source of... Read more »
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When To Call A Professional Call your doctor immediately if you have symptoms of multiple sclerosis. Prognosis A minority of those with multiple... Read more »
The months or years of mystery have been solved. In many ways, you feel relief at having been given the diagnosis at last. MS...multiple... Read more »