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Forever Chemicals: A Hidden Threat to Our Health

December 20, 2025

Forever chemicals, man-made substances designed to repel water, oil, and stains, are everywhere. They are in nonstick pans, fast-food wrappers, and waterproof jackets. Scientists have already linked them to serious health issues like liver damage, high cholesterol, fertility problems, birth defects,

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New Hope for MS Patients: A Closer Look at Stereotactic Radiosurgery

December 4, 2025

Trigeminal neuralgia, a condition causing intense facial pain, often hits those with multiple sclerosis (MS) the hardest. This type of pain, known as MS-TN, can be relentless and tough to treat. Among the treatments out there, stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) stands out as a promising option. It's a

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Decoding the First Clues of Multiple Sclerosis

December 2, 2025

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a condition that affects people in different ways. Its early signs vary widely, making it challenging to predict how the disease will progress. Some individuals experience vision problems, while others might feel weakness or unusual sensations in their limbs. This variatio

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A Quick Check for the Brain: Testing Speed in Multiple Sclerosis

December 2, 2025

Multiple sclerosis is a tricky condition. It can slow down how quickly the brain works. To measure this, scientists made a new test. It's called the Auditory Test of Processing Speed, or ATOPS for short. This test is special. It doesn't rely on sight. It also doesn't test other brain functions. It j

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Selma Blair's Journey with MS: Hope and New Beginnings

November 23, 2025

Selma Blair has been open about her health struggles since her multiple sclerosis (MS) diagnosis in 2018. Recently, she shared some encouraging news: she has been relapse-free for a couple of years. This is a big deal because it means her brain isn't accumulating more damage right now. She credits t

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How Gut Bacteria and Fats Might Be Linked to Multiple Sclerosis

November 17, 2025

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a tricky disease that affects the brain and spinal cord. It's like a puzzle with many pieces, and one of those pieces might be the bacteria living in our guts. These tiny organisms, known as gut microbiota, play a big role in how our bodies handle fats, like cholesterol an

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Boosting Balance: How Brain Stimulation and Training Help MS Patients

October 23, 2025

Multiple sclerosis (MS) can make it hard to keep your balance. A recent study looked at how brain stimulation and balance exercises can help. The study involved 57 people with MS. They were split into three groups. One group got brain stimulation on the cerebellum, another on the DLPFC, and the last

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Understanding Multiple Sclerosis in Transgender and Gender-Diverse People

October 8, 2025

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a complex condition. It affects people in different ways. But what about transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) people with MS? This group is often overlooked in research. Yet, they face unique challenges. TGD people with MS may undergo gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAH

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How Education and Lifestyle Influence Multiple Sclerosis

July 11, 2025

Multiple sclerosis, or MS, is a complex condition that varies greatly among individuals. Recent discussions have focused on whether education and lifestyle choices play a role in shaping how MS progresses. Education might indirectly impact MS. People with higher education levels often adopt healthi

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How AI is Helping Doctors Spot MS Earlier

July 6, 2025

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a tricky disease. It messes with the brain and nerves. It can cause big problems if not caught early. Doctors use MRI scans to find MS. But telling MS apart from other brain issues is hard. AI is stepping in to help. A new tool uses deep learning to look at MRI scans. It