Scientific evidence suggests that a number of genes are involved in the development of MS. Previously, MS Research Australia supported scientists in the Australia New Zealand MS Genetics Consortium have…read more
Research has revealed that there are over 110 genes which increase the risk of a person developing MS. One of these genes is called IL2RA. A group of Australian MS…read more
In up to 10% of cases MS may start before the age of 18. This is known as paediatric MS. It is not known exactly what triggers MS, although a…read more
The number of people living with MS and other autoimmune disorders has been increasing. Many reasons for this have been suggested, but one theory, known at the ‘hygiene hypothesis’ is…read more
MS is a debilitating disease that affects the communication of messages from nerve cells in the brain to the body. This results in numerous symptoms including complications with vision, motor…read more
MS is more common in women than in men. Research shows that this may at least in part be due to a relationship between sex hormones and MS in women.read more
This short guide is a resource to help people with multiple sclerosis (MS) understand how they can keep their brains as healthy as possible and request the highest possible standard…read more
Help-Seeking and Social Support in Husbands/Partners/Spouses & other male significant others of people with Multiple Sclerosisread more
Policy initiative to stimulate debate about advocating a treatment approach in multiple sclerosis that aims to minimize disease activity and maximize lifelong ‘brain health’read more
In MS the immune system damages cells in the central nervous system (the brain, spinal cord or optic nerve), but there are other, similar conditions in which this also occurs,…read more
Our blood brain barrier is an amazing part of the body that keeps the brain and spinal cord highly protected, allowing through only those cells and nutrients that are needed…read more
In MS, the brain and spinal cord are mistakenly attacked by our own immune system. This involves autoimmune processes that specifically damage the myelin which forms an insulating layer around…read more
Canadian researchers have published their results of a clinical trial testing whether an antibiotic commonly used in the treatment of acne can help prevent a diagnosis of MS in people…read more
A recent segment on TV One news highlighted the work being done using Rex robotics to help people with MS regain movement in their legs.read more
The American Academy of Neurology is currently meeting in Boston. Scientific meetings like this are vital for the dissemination of information.read more
Australia once again is on the cutting edge of MS research. Professor Michael Pender from the University of Queensland and Professor Rajiv Khanna from QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, have…read more
Diets, love them or hate them, social media is a buzz with them. They are a staple for click bait on the internet and media outlets love controversial diet headlines.read more
The human body is a remarkable machine, there are many complex interactions with chemical, physical and electrical signals constantly whizzing around our bodies.read more
The American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved OCREVUS™ (ocrelizumab) for the treatment of both relapsing and primary progressive forms of multiple sclerosis.read more
Living further from the equator increases your risk of developing an immune disease such as MS. This ‘latitude effect’ has been attributed in part to a lack of vitamin D,…read more
