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Hundreds gathered on Peoria's Riverfront this weekend to show people living with MS they're not alone. The community fundraiser aims to bring in $100,000 for research into the hard-to-diagnose disease.
Researchers discovered why MS kills brain cells, opening a promising new treatment path. The breakthrough identifies DNA damage as the culprit behind neuron loss in the disease.
Former UFC fighter Alberto Crane is proving that a Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis doesn't have to end your fighting spirit. His journey from professional athlete to MS advocate is inspiring thousands this National MS Awareness Month.
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza celebrated his national championship win with an emotional moment dedicating his success to his mother, who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis 18 years ago. The Heisman Trophy winner has made his family the heart of his inspiring journey to the top of college football.
Clare Reilly just became the first person to complete Australia's grueling 1,000-kilometer Munda Biddi trail in a wheelchair, proving that multiple sclerosis doesn't define what's possible. Her journey through forests, mountains, and dunes is raising funds for MS research and rewriting the rules on adventure.
Cancer survivors led 88 golfers at Nigeria's Ikoyi Club in a charity tournament that raised funds and awareness for early cancer detection. The event proved that staying active helps survivors rebuild strength while spreading a life-saving message: cancer isn't a death sentence.
A groundbreaking clinical trial shows 83% of multiple myeloma patients remained cancer-free for three years using a two-drug immunotherapy combination. The FDA fast-tracked approval in just four months, offering real hope that this once-incurable cancer may now be curable for most patients.
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Scientists discovered that a genetic mutation helping yaks survive at extreme altitudes could lead to treatments for multiple sclerosis and cerebral palsy. The breakthrough reveals how nature's adaptations might repair damaged nerve cells in people.
A charity concert in Abuja will launch two autism advocacy albums and bring together families to celebrate acceptance. The April 2026 event marks World Autism Awareness Day with live performances and real stories from Nigerian families.
A treatment originally designed to fight cancer is now helping people with autoimmune diseases like multiple sclerosis and lupus reclaim their lives. Early trials show patients walking without assistance and living medication-free months after a single treatment.
Cancer researchers are celebrating a major win in the fight against multiple myeloma as death rates decline thanks to breakthrough targeted therapies. Patients diagnosed with this once-deadly blood cancer now have more reasons for hope than ever before.
Researchers discovered a groundbreaking method to monitor Epstein-Barr virus using existing DNA data, opening new paths to understand diseases like multiple sclerosis. The technique transforms ordinary genome databases into powerful tools for fighting chronic illness.
Australian scientists have developed a revolutionary platform that can analyze over 100 genetic risk factors for multiple sclerosis at once. This breakthrough could lead to personalized treatments for thousands living with the unpredictable disease.
Scientists at Monash University discovered a tick protein that blocks two types of immune signals at once, a breakthrough that could lead to more effective treatments for rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and other inflammatory diseases. This natural protein works differently than anything found before.
After leading Indiana to its first-ever national championship, quarterback Fernando Mendoza shared an emotional moment with his mother, who has battled multiple sclerosis for 18 years. The star athlete has made his family's unwavering support the cornerstone of his record-breaking season.
Paralympic gold medalist Alexa Leary is campaigning for a traumatic brain injury awareness day after her 2021 cycling accident changed everything. Despite struggling with memory loss and extreme emotional volatility daily, the 24-year-old swimmer broke world records in Paris.
Scientists have uncovered how a common virus may cause multiple sclerosis by hijacking immune cells. The breakthrough study of over 600,000 people reveals exactly how Epstein-Barr virus manipulates the body's defenses.
A music group founded by an autistic musician is releasing its first album on World Autism Awareness Day to promote understanding and inclusion. The three-track album will be translated into four languages and feature music videos to reach audiences worldwide.
Multiple sclerosis patients switched from powerful medications to gentler oral treatments while staying healthy and cutting infection rates in half. The findings offer hope for personalized care that balances disease control with quality of life.
Scientists discovered that a gene helping yaks survive high altitudes can repair the protective coating around nerves damaged by multiple sclerosis. The breakthrough could lead to new treatments for MS and other conditions that currently have no cure.
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