Shaping Tomorrow Together: The MS Externally-Led Patient-Focused Drug Development Initiative
Shaping Tomorrow Together is a one-of-a-kind meeting where people with MS can share their voice and experiences to help shape future MS treatments. The FDA, which regulates and approves treatments, and other stakeholders value hearing directly from people with MS and their family members. The survey provides a way to hear in depth from many […]
What people with MS and care partners need to know about advancements in monitoring MS activity
Biomarkers are measurable tests such as blood tests, spinal fluid tests and MRI that can help your neurologist diagnose and manage your multiple sclerosis. Biomarkers provide objective data that can help clinicians identify MS earlier, track progression, and help determine response to treatment. As we know, MRI and spinal fluid analysis have been used for many years to aide in early and accurate diagnosis. In addition, MRI is used frequently to track response to MS disease modifying therapies.
How Does MS Impact You? MS Coalition Goes Straight to People with MS for the Answer in New Study
Loss of independence was the top concern in a survey of 1,323 people with MS conducted by the MS Coalition, a network of MS organizations including the National MS Society. Other major concerns were the financial and emotional impacts of MS. Studies such as these are critical to providing personalized solutions for people living with MS. See below for opportunities to participate in other research studies, and for help with managing MS.
