May 30th is World MS Day, and we're taking this opportunity to look at some of the challenges faced by people with MS around the world. Global economics and the peculiarities of different healthcare systems make fundamental issues like access to quality healthcare and affordable MS medications difficult for many and impossible for some.

U.K. journalist and MS activist Rachel Horne joins me for a freewheeling conversation focused on the broad range of challenges that people with MS face every day.

We're also sharing details about the National MS Society's Black MS Experience Summit, which gets underway June 12th and 13th. Find out why you'll want to be part of this free virtual event.

We have a lot to talk about! Are you ready for RealTalk MS??!

The National MS Society's Black MS Experience Summit is happening June 12th and 13 :24

This Week: World MS Day is May 30th 2:07

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RealTalk MS Episode 352 Guests: Rachel Horne

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We've reached a moment in time when it seems impossible to avoid at least some level of stress in our lives. We also know that stress has been shown to make MS symptoms worse and even trigger relapses. We can't eliminate all the stress in our lives, so learning how to manage and minimize stress is an important part of living well with MS.

This week, Dr. Grace Tworek, a Clinical Health Psychologist at the Mellen Center for Multiple Sclerosis at the Cleveland Clinic, joins me to talk about best practices when it comes to managing stress when you're living with MS.

We're also sharing details about the $649,000 grant made by the National MS Society to support the development of an experimental remyelination treatment.

If MS is detected early -- before an individual experiences even a single symptom -- and that individual is treated aggressively with a high-efficacy disease-modifying therapy, could that individual lead a life without experiencing any symptoms of MS? We'll tell you how that scenario is playing out right now.

We'll tell you about research that revealed differences in the connections between nerve cells in the brain based upon biological sex.

And we'll share survey results that show people with MS may be so embarrassed about some of their symptoms that they aren't discussing them with their care team.

We have a lot to talk about! Are you ready for RealTalk MS??!

The complexity of the human brain :22

This Week: Managing stress when you're living with MS 2:08

National MS Society invests $649,000 in experimental remyelination treatment 2:57

Stopping MS before symptoms start 4:32

Study shows that connections between nerve cells vary by biological sex 6:30

Are people with MS too embarrassed to discuss some of their symptoms with their care team? 8:31

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STUDY: Deep Learning with Diffusion MRI as In Vivo Microscope Reveals Sex-Related Differences in Human White Matter Microstructure https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-024-60340-y

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RealTalk MS Episode 351 Guests: Dr. Grace Tworek

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There are more than 20 disease-modifying therapies available to treat MS today. Some are considered high-efficacy, some are considered moderately effective, and each has its own risk profile and side effects to consider. So, how do you choose?

How much homework should someone living with MS do? Where should you look for reliable information? And what if you and your neurologist don't necessarily agree?

Joining me to talk about your role when it comes to choosing the right DMT through shared decision-making with your neurologist is Dr. Barbara Giesser. Dr. Giesser is an internationally recognized clinician and award-winning educator who has specialized in the care of people with multiple sclerosis since 1982, a full decade before there was even a single disease-modifying therapy available to treat MS.

Dunk MS takes place This Saturday, May 18th on the UCLA campus, at iconic Pauley Pavilion. And if you're in or around Southern California, you won't want to miss this unique event. We're sharing all the details, so don't miss my conversation with Dunk MS founder, Blake Arnet.

Since we're talking about shared decision-making this week, we're sharing details of a study that asked the question, "How much do people living with MS know about MS?"

And if you've found yourself worried about smoldering MS, you'll be pleased to learn that a recent study showed that sophisticated PET imaging is able to identify this hidden, persistent inflammation in MS.

We have a lot to talk about! Are you ready for RealTalk MS??!

350 Episodes! :22

This Week: Finding the right DMT through shared decision-making 1:04

Dunk MS is just days away! My conversation with Blake Arnet 2:31

How much do people living with MS know about MS? 10:57

PET imaging reveals persistent hidden inflammation in MS 15:37

Dr. Barbara Giesser discusses choosing the right disease-modifying therapy through shared decision-making with your neurologist 20:04

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STUDY: A Systematic Review to Explore Patients' MS Knowledge and MS Risk Knowledge https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10072-024-07541-5

STUDY: Glial Activity Load on PET Reveals Persistent "Smoldering" Inflammation in MS Despite Disease-Modifying Treatment https://journals.lww.com/nuclearmed/fulltext/2024/06000/glial_activity_load_on_pet_reveals_persistent.1.aspx

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RealTalk MS Episode 350 Guests: Blake Arnet and Dr. Barbara Giesser

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As we age, our bodies undergo biological changes. Our immune system changes. Our brain changes with age. Our cognitive abilities change, as do our physical abilities. These changes impact everyone. But these biological processes may impact people with MS differently. And MS may impact these biological processes differently.

Just a couple of weeks ago, the International Advisory Committee on Clinical Trials in MS brought together 100 top experts for a 3-day workshop dedicated to exploring how these many and varied changes can impact MS care.

In Part 2 of our coverage, we're taking you back inside this workshop, where you'll hear from some of the top MS researchers and clinicians who participated in this important meeting.

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This Week: We continue our coverage of the Aging and MS Workshop :22

Dr. Sarah Morrow and Dr. Yinan Zhang discuss survey results which showed what neurologists and other members of the MS care team see as "gaps" in delivering treatment to patients as they age with MS 1:45

Dr. Giuseppe Portillo describes how artificial intelligence can be used to analyze "brain gap" and predict future MS disease progression 13:03

Dr. John Corboy shares results from two studies that focused on discontinuation of disease-modifying therapy for patients over the age of 60 20:31

Kathy Smith talks about the importance of including older people living with MS in clinical research 31:00

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RealTalk MS Episode 348: From the International Advisory Committee on Clinical Trials in Multiple Sclerosis Aging and MS Workshop (Part 1) http://www.realtalkms.com/348

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RealTalk MS Episode 349 Guests: Dr. Sarah Morrow, Dr. Yinan Zhang, Dr. Giuseppe Portillo, Dr. John Corboy, and Kathy Smith

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As people age, their immune systems change. Their level of physical and cognitive reserve changes. They often develop additional health issues. They frequently experience changes in their mobility. And these are people who aren't living with MS.

When you combine the health issues related to aging with the health issues that are related to MS, you end up with a sum that is exponentially larger than its parts. And when you consider that there are more people living with MS who are over the age of 65 than there are people living with MS under the age of 45, it's not surprising that the subject of aging with MS has become an area of increasing interest among researchers, clinicians, and people affected by MS.

That's why, last week, the International Advisory Committee for Clinical Trials in Multiple Sclerosis invited a select group of 100 MS researchers and clinical specialists from around the world to participate in a three-day deep dive exploring aging and MS.

In Part 1 of our coverage, we're taking you inside this meeting, where you'll hear from some of the expert presenters who were in attendance.

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This Week: From the Aging & MS Workshop :22

Dr. Tim Coetzee shares some of the issues the meeting presenters and attendees will be focusing on 1:35

Dr. Jennifer Graves discusses the difference between chronological aging and biological aging, and how that difference impacts MS 9:29

Dr. Wallace Brownless talks about some of the challenges related to diagnosing and treating late-onset MS 14:33

Dr. Amit Bar-Or explains how the immune system changes over time, and how those changes can affect living with MS 21:36

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RealTalk MS Episode 348 Guests: Dr. Tim Coetzee, Dr. Jennifer Graves, Dr. Wallace Brownlee, Dr. Amit Bar-Or

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Lower levels of Vitamin D have been associated with a higher risk of developing MS and an increase in MS disease activity. And, for years, scientists have worked to better understand the relationship between Vitamin D and MS.

Joining me to talk about the role that Vitamin D plays in MS is Dr. Ellen Mowry. Dr. Mowry is a Professor of Neurology and Epidemiology, and the Co-Director of the Multiple Sclerosis Precision Medicine Center of Excellence at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Mowry is also one of the leading experts on Vitamin D and MS in the world.

The National MS Society's virtual MS Activist Rally is happening in just two days, on April 25th! We're sharing registration details.

We'll tell you about a scientific breakthrough that has identified a specific autoantibody signature that can accurately predict MS years before someone experiences any MS symptoms.

We're sharing details of a clinical trial that focused on the efficacy of Ocrevus in treating Black and Hispanic people living with MS. We'll also share the details of this trial's novel design that can serve as a blueprint for successfully engaging members of minority communities in future clinical research.

We'll explain one reason why we aren't hearing as much news about the benefits of using cannabis to treat MS symptoms, and why cannabis use may actually be creating a new set of problems for people living with MS.

And we're sharing study results that show that an artificial intelligence program may have a better bedside manner than your neurologist.

We have a lot to talk about! Are you ready for RealTalk MS??!

Don't miss it! The MS Activist Rally is happening on 4/25! :22

This Week: The relationship between Vitamin D and MS 2:50

Autoantibody signature predicts MS years before symtoms develop 3:45

Clinical trial results show that Black and Hispanic people with MS respond well to Ocrevus 7:58

Is cannabis working for people with MS? 11:13

Study results show that ChatGPT answers questions about MS with more empathy than neurologists 14:28

Dr. Ellen Mowry updates us on what the latest research is revealing about Vitamin D and MS 18:31

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STUDY: An Autoantibody Signature Predictive of Multiple Sclerosis https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-024-02938-3

RealTalk MS Episode 346: Why Members of Minority Communities May Face a More Severe MS Disease Course with Dr. Annette Langer-Gould https://realtalkms.com/346

STUDY: ChatGPT vs Neurologists: A Cross-Sectional Study Investigating Preference, Satisfaction Ratings, and Perceived Empathy in Responses Among People Living with Multiple Sclerosis https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00415-024-12328-x

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RealTalk MS Episode 347 Guest: Dr. Ellen Mowry

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In past episodes of this podcast, we've discussed disparities in healthcare. We've looked at evidence that shows members of historically underserved communities who are living with MS can face a more severe disease course. We've looked at studies that have shown some members of these racial and ethnic minority groups don't do as well on disease-modifying therapies, and their MS progresses more quickly.

It's often been speculated that the reason behind these disparities is based on genetics -- that members of minority communities who are living with MS are genetically predisposed to experiencing a more severe disease course.

My guest in this episode is Dr. Annette Langer-Gould, and Dr. Langer-Gould comes armed with evidence that points to a completely different set of answers for the cause of racial and ethnic disparities in MS disease severity and progression.

We're also sharing registration details for the National MS Society's MS Activist Rally on April 25th!

We'll tell you about an inverse vaccine that prevents the mouse model of MS (and we'll explain what an inverse vaccine is!)

You'll find out where you can find the just-released video progress report from the International Progressive MS Alliance.

We'll explain just-published results from an analysis that shows why anti-diabetic and weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, Jardiance, and Trulicity may be repurposed as MS therapies.

And we're sharing study results with both good news and not so great news when it comes to being diagnosed and treated for MS in a timely manner.

We have a lot to talk about! Are you ready for RealTalk MS??!

This Week: We're exploring the reason that members of underserved minority populations who are living with MS often experience a more severe disease course :22

The MS Activist Rally is happening on 4/25! 1:28

An inverse vaccine prevents the mouse model of MS 3:49

The International Progressive MS Alliance has released their 2024 progress report 6:13

Can weight-loss drugs be repurposed as MS therapies? 7:33

A study shows that getting diagnosed and treated for MS is dependent upon your country's healthcare system 10:26

Dr. Annette Langer-Gould has a sobering answer as to why some members of minority communities who are living with MS experience a more severe disease course 14:48

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VIDEO: International Progressive MS Alliance 2024 Progress Report https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ojRaLp_J1w

STUDY: Exploring the Association Between Weight Loss-Inducing Medications and Multiple Sclerosis: Insights from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System Database https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/17562864241241383

STUDY: Disease-Modifying Therapy Initiation Patterns in Multiple Sclerosis in Three Large Populations https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/17562864241233044

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RealTalk MS Episode 346 Guest: Dr. Annette Langer-Gould

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MS affects women almost 3 times more frequently than it affects men, which makes understanding how MS may impact other women's health issues a priority.

Dr. Rhonda Voskuhl and Dr. Anna Shah join me as we take a deep dive into both the research and clinical side of how MS affects women's health and how those other health issues may affect MS.

Dr. Shah is an Associate Professor of Neurology and Associate Clinic Director of Outpatient Neurology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine.

Dr. Voskuhl is the Director of the UCLA Multiple Sclerosis Program, she holds the Jack H. Skirball Chair in MS, she's a Professor in the UCLA Department of Neurology, and Dr. Voskuhl also serves as Faculty Neurologist of the UCLA Comprehensive Menopause Care Program.

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This Week: We're taking a deep dive into women's health and MS :22

Dr. Rhonda Voskuhl named the recipient of the 2024 John Dystel Prize for Multiple Sclerosis Research :52

Dr. Rhonda Voskuhl discusses her research looking at why MS affects men and women differently 2:32

Dr. Anna Shah discusses how MS can affect women's health issues and how those health issues can affect MS 13:21

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RealTalk MS Episode 345 Guests: Dr. Rhonda Voskuhl and Dr. Anna Shah

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If you're a regular listener, you've probably heard me say that the pace of scientific discovery is moving faster than ever before. Or you may have heard the National MS Society remind us that we've seen as many advances in MS research in the past 5 years as we have in the previous 70 years. Have you ever wondered why?

A major driver of this acceleration of discovery is the technology that allows scientists to analyze massive amounts of information looking for relationships or identifying characteristics that, without this technology, would be impossible to see.

This category of tech is commonly referred to as big data. And we're closer than we've ever been to understanding the biological complexities of multiple sclerosis because we've learned to harness the computing power that allows scientists to discover those very small needles among those very large haystacks.

My guest in this episode is Professor Sergio Baranzini. Professor Baranzini is this year's recipient of the Barancik Prize for Innovation in MS Research and he's someone who has successfully leveraged big data to drive big, game-changing discoveries in multiple sclerosis.

We'll also share some good news about MS research funding from the federal government.

We'll review newly published results from a study that has identified 3 subtypes of MS, each with a different disease trajectory.

We'll share evidence from a study that focused on whether people over the age of 50 with nonactive MS should discontinue their disease-modifying therapy.

And we'll tell you about the Canadian regulatory approval of a software-based medical device that can monitor MS disease activity by tracking eye movement -- all from an iPad that people with MS can use at home.

We have a lot to talk about! Are you ready for RealTalk MS??!

This Week: We're saluting Professor Sergio Baranzini, this year's winner of the Barancik Prize :22

Congress provides $20 million in FY2024 funding for the MS Research Program 1:57

A German research team has identified 3 subtypes of MS based on their unique immune cell signature found in a blood sample 4:10

A French research team focused their study on whether people over the age of 50 with nonactive MS should discontinue their DMT. Here's what they discovered 8:58

Health Canada has approved ETNA-MS. A software-based medical device that can monitor MS disease activity by tracking eye movement 12:48

Professor Sergio Baranzini discusses how big data has fundamentally changed scientific research, and how he's using it to find cures for MS 16:44

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STUDY: Multiple Sclerosis Endophenotypes Identified by High-Dimensional Blood Signatures are Associated with Distinct Disease Trajectories https://science.org/doi/10.1126/scitranslmed.ade8560

STUDY: High-Efficacy Therapy Discontinuation vs Continuation in Patients 50 Years and Older with Nonactive MS https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaneurology/article-abstract/2816799

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RealTalk MS Episode 344 Guest: Professor Sergio Baranzini

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March 28th is Progressive MS Day, a day that offers an opportunity for people affected by MS, patient advocates, healthcare providers, governments, and industry to share stories online and show their support for people living with progressive forms of MS.

My wife, Jeanne, lived with progressive MS for 23 years, so this day holds a special significance for me. Joining me to talk about what Progressive MS Day is all about is my friend, Kevin Reid. Kevin was diagnosed with MS in 2002 and, for the past 10 years, he's been on a mission to crush MS.

As MS Awareness Month draws to a close, we're sharing a series of short videos featuring conversations I had with MS experts at the ECTRIMS congress. What makes this video series unique is that iConquer MS invited people living with MS to watch these videos. Then, I interviewed them to get their perspective on the topics the experts were discussing. It's the first time you'll not only hear from the experts, but you'll also get the thoughts and reactions of people who are living with MS.

We'll tell you about the neurostimulator that was just designated as a Breakthrough Device for promoting myelin repair.

We'll share the details of a newly announced Phase 2 clinical trial for a T-cell therapy for MS.

You'll hear about the study that identified a biomarker that reliably predicted the likelihood of future disease activity in people with MS.

And we'll tell you where you can catch the video replay of the 2024 ACTRIMS Forum Patient-Centered Webinars.

We have a lot to talk about! Are you ready for RealTalk MS??!

This Week: March 28th is Progressive MS Day :22

Have you seen the series of short videos featuring my conversations with MS experts at ECTRIMS along with the thoughts and reactions from people living with MS? 1:00

Catch the video replay of the 2024 ACTRIMS Forum Patient-Centered Webinars 1:57

FDA designates neurostimulator as a breakthrough device for promoting myelin repair in people living with relapsing-remitting MS 2:46

Biotech company PolTREG announces Phase 2 clinical trials to test their Tregs treatment for MS 5:28

Study shows neurofilament light chain levels can reliably predict future disease activity 7:10

Kevin Reid discusses the importance of Progressive MS Day and gives us a preview of CRUSH MS 10:35

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VIDEO: Dr. Jiwon Oh shares encouraging results from an extension study of Tolebrutinib, an investigational disease-modifying therapy. Then, two people living with MS share their thoughts about clinical trials and a precision medicine approach to treating MS https://youtu.be/eWoZLF4bZmo

VIDEO: Dr. Anthony Feinstein discusses the outcome of the CogEx study, Then, two people living with MS share their thoughts about the impact of this study https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UtGtCnNkYOY

VIDEO: Dr. Annette Langer-Gould discusses the impact of other health conditions on people living with MS. Then, two people living with MS share their thoughts and experiences of managing their MS along with additional health conditions https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J83jlqMbsZo

VIDEO: Dr. Daniel Ontaneda discusses how artificial intelligence will impact MS treatment. Then, two people living with MS share their thoughts on the potential impact of AI on MS treatment and the future patient experience https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_fRLW69Xc1A

VIDEO: Dr. Robert Motl discusses the benefits of exercise for people living with MS. Then, two people living with MS share their thoughts on how exercise has impacted their MS journey https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZDdp8JumFg

VIDEO: ACTRIMS Forum 2024 Webcast Replays https://actrims.memberclicks.net/forum-patient-centered-webinars

STUDY: Prognostic Value of Serum Neurofilament Light Chain for Disease Activity and Worsening in Patients with Relapsing Remitting Multiple Sclerosis: Results from the Phase 3 ASCLEPIOS I and II Trials https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35432382

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RealTalk MS Episode 343 Guest: Kevin Reid

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