Research
February 16, 2018
Increases in cholinergic system activity affect those with Parkinson-linked gene mutation
A particular gene mutation associated with an inherited form of Parkinson’s disease (PD) offers...
Research
New MS model provides hope for better understanding of disease pathology
Until now, researchers studying multiple sclerosis (MS) in mouse models have relied on models...
Research
February 5, 2018
A million-dollar study to evaluate MS drug safety and effectiveness
There are more than ten different drug therapies approved in Canada to treat multiple...
Research
January 8, 2018
Comorbidities affect MS relapse risk and disability progression
For people with multiple sclerosis (MS), the presence of comorbidities—chronic conditions in addition to...
Research
December 20, 2017
Deeply personal research highlighted during MP visit to Cashman lab
Pictured: Dr. Eddie Pokrishevsky explains his work to MP Drouin (image credit: Geoff Lister)....
People
December 19, 2017
For Sharon Roman, the story is personal
“I don’t pretend—and would never presume—to speak for all patients, or anyone but myself,”...
Research
December 11, 2017
New technique enables researchers to image the brain more accurately
Diseases and injuries of the brain have a magnetic quality that can indicate the...
Research
May 31, 2017
Common acne medication may be effective in treating early-onset MS
A Canadian clinical trial led by researchers at the University of Calgary’s Hotchkiss Brain...
Research
May 18, 2017
Imaging technique may reduce cost, timeline of clinical trials in MS
“Think of a multiple sclerosis lesion as the tip of the iceberg,” says Dr....
Research
May 15, 2017
Researchers quantify risks associated with common MS drug
Dr. Helen Tremlett, Canada Research Chair in Neuroepidemiology and Multiple Sclerosis, and her research...
Research
April 27, 2017
Joint advocacy leads to improved access to Parkinson’s medication in BC
Working with a shared voice can be very effective for improving outcomes in the...
Research
April 21, 2017
Study of Canadian health records over 20 years suggests possibility of MS prodrome
New research from Dr. Helen Tremlett, Canada Research Chair in Neuroepidemiology and Multiple Sclerosis...