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multiple sclerosis

FDA throws cold water on whole body cryotherapy

Exposure to ultra-low temperatures shows no benefits and may be dangerous.

Marijuana study sorts good from bad

Prescription doses can treat chronic pain, muscle spasms and nausea—but there are still downsides to the drug.

Make key decisions with this driving simulator

This high-tech device will help patients with dementia and brain injury remain safe on the road—or off it.

Women more prone to anxiety than men

Westerners also wrestle with the condition more than people in other parts of the world.

Zika linked to autoimmune brain disorder

Researchers in Brazil detect symptoms similar to multiple sclerosis.

MS patients prone to other illnesses

High blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease and depression are among common co-existing conditions.

‘Sunshine vitamin’ lowers MS risk

We've long known vitamin D can calm the symptoms of multiple sclerosis. Evidence shows it may help prevent it, too.

Immune system changes with the seasons

Phenomenon could explain why some diseases are worse in some months than others.

Cost of specialty medication soars

No drugs available for multiple sclerosis patients for less than $50,000 a year in United States. Why the pricetag?

Clues to ‘brain fog’ found in spinal fluid

Evidence reveals that classic symptom of chronic fatigue syndrome is 'not made up,' researchers noted.

Multiple sclerosis linked to lower levels of key nutrients in women

But researchers aren't sure whether differences are cause or effect of inflammatory disease.