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Multiple Sclerosis
Novel Mutiple Sclerosis Stem Cell Study Begins
Physorg
September 26, 2007
A new pilot clinical trial to test bone marrow stem cell therapy with a small group of patients with multiple sclerosis has started at Frenchay Hospital. The aim of the trial, conducted by the University of Bristol and North Bristol NHS Trust, is to find out what effects, good or bad, it has on patients with MS, and their disability.
New Vaccine for Multiple Sclerosis Developed - Can Work with Existing Adult Stem Cell Treatment
Life News
August 14, 2007
Scientists in Canada have developed a vaccine that, in early testing, appears to help patients with multiple sclerosis without relying on controversial embryonic stem cells. Pro-life advocates oppose the use of the cells because days-old unborn children must be destroyed to get them.
$2.4 Million Dollars Awarded for MS Research Using Bone Marrow Stem Cells
CBC News
July 18, 2007
Two Ottawa researchers have been awarded a $2.4-million grant for their work in fighting multiple sclerosis, a chronic and often disabling disease of the brain and spinal cord.The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada recently awarded the money to a team led by Dr. Harry Atkins and Dr. Mark Freedman, who will continue a closely watched clinical trial involving an experimental bone marrow stem cell transplant therapy.
MS Patient Chooses China Over U.S. Due to Cost
The Journal Gazette
May 3, 2007
Riley needed a permanent solution. He needs a stem-cell transplant. Doctors would use chemotherapy to wipe out his immune system and then introduce a new one using stem cells. But Riley’s insurance wouldn’t pay for it. Four times, he said, he was rejected. Not long after that, Riley learned of the treatment available in China. Before long, he’d made up his mind. He has paid $23,000 in advance for treatment. On May 17, he leaves for China, where he will remain until late June.
Stem Cells Lessen Suffering for People with Multiple Sclerosis
Therapeutics Daily
May 1, 2007
The suffering of multiple sclerosis patients may be eased by redistributing their own cells using adult bone marrow stem cell treatment. Patients suffering from the debilitating effects of multiple sclerosis (MS) may soon be able to get a little help from some of their own redistributed cells. Prof Neil Scolding of the Institute of Neurosciences at Bristol University's Frenchay Hospital is researching the use of adult bone marrow stem cells as a therapy treatment for MS.
Stem Cells Cure MS, Woman Dances and Walks Down the Aisle at Her Wedding
Toronto Sun
December 24, 2006
Suffering from MS, a year after the extraordinary work and treatment of doctors, Jennifer got married. She saw her disease work in reverse after her procedure. Almost each new day brought back an ability she had lost. She was suddenly without her leg braces after not being able to walk at all. When walking out the door, she began to ignore her cane. She seems free of MS at the age of 31 and considers herself cured.
Thanks to Stem Cells, MS Patient has Best Six Months in 33 Years
The York Press
December 23, 2006
After going to have revolutionary stem cell treatment in Holland, Julia, 64, is experiencing an extraordinary turnaround from her degenerative illness. Since the therapy is banned in Britain, traveling was unavoidable. "I've had the best six months I've had in 33 years," said Julia, of Bishophill, York. "My spine is stronger. I can move my body better."
Cord Blood Stem Cells Almost a Cure For Man With MS
The Express Times
October 30, 2006
Relying on a walker to get around his home, Ed was depressed and constantly exhausted. His declining condition had his family and doctors worried. But now, after receiving stem cell treatment in Mexico, the effects of his multiple sclerosis are not as pronounced. After returning from his trip on October 13th, Ed’s renewed vitality has been increasing every single day. Now he is cranking out repetitions on his personal gym machine in the downstairs basement of his North Boulevard home.
Stem Cell Treatment Gives hope to Mother of Two
Middleton Guardian
October 12, 2006
A mother afflicted with multiple sclerosis is preparing to begin her journey towards a better life with the help of revolutionary stem cell treatment. Tina is hopeful that the treatment will enable her to leave behind her wheelchair and play with her two young daughters like any other mother. She now eagerly waits for the clinic to give her a date on which she can go and start her treatment.
Struggling with Multiple Sclerosis, Man Goes to Mexico for Stem Cell Treatment
The Express Times
September 24, 2006
Alzheimer's patients at a nearby nursing home were often kept company by Ed and his stepson Chris during their free time. But after Ed's legs were hobbled and his energy sucked out of him by multiple sclerosis, he no longer could make the visits he and his son had grown accustomed to. But umbilical cord stem cell treatment may allow Ed to add the visits into his schedule once again.
One Giant Step, a Man With MS Hopes to Walk Again
South Tyneside
August 12, 2006
Chris has decided to fight his multiple sclerosis by arranging stem cell treatment, eager to reclaim the ability to walk. The cells restore damaged nerve transmitters and boost brain signals to the rest of the body say doctors. The treatment would consist of stem cells taken from umbilical cords being injected into Chris' damaged cells.
MS Sufferer Scott to Undergo Cord Blood Stem-Cell Treatment
Leicester Mercury (UK)
July 6, 2006
Scott is on his way to Holland to undergo the first stage of a stem-cell based treatment that he hopes will transform his life and defeat his terminal illness. Unable to feed himself and confined to a wheelchair, Scott hopes the injections will help him walk again.
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