The NeurologyLive® multiple sclerosis (MS) clinical focus page offers information, podcasts, videos, and news about the latest study and clinical trial findings, FDA actions, clinical guideline updates, and expert interviews related to the care and management of patients with MS, including relapsing MS and progressive MS, as well as related and demyelinating disorders such as neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder and myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody-associated disease.
August 14th 2025
A new study reveals higher rates of postpartum depression in women with multiple sclerosis, emphasizing the need for early screening and management strategies.
Understanding Differences in B-Cell Depleting Medications for MS: Kristin Galetta, MD, MSEd
February 15th 2022The professor of neurology at Brigham and Women’s Hospital discussed her presentation on B-cell depleting therapies such as ocrelizumab and ofatumumab for the treatment of multiple sclerosis. [WATCH TIME: 2 minutes]
Major Themes, Focuses at ACTRIMS 2022
February 11th 2022Jeffrey Cohen, MD, director, Mellen Center for MS Treatment and Research, Cleveland Clinic; and president, ACTRIMS, discussed what he is looking forward to at the 2022 ACTRIMS Forum, as well as the overarching themes of the meeting. [WATCH TIME: 2 minutes]
ATA188, Targeting EBV Antigens to Treat Progressive MS: AJ Joshi, MD
February 11th 2022The chief medical officer at Atara Biotherapeutics discussed the investigational agent ATA188, its mechanism to treat multiple sclerosis, and what to look for in its upcoming EMBOLD trial data readout. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]
Outlining Safety, Efficacy, and Future Research of Fibroblast Technology in Multiple Sclerosis
February 10th 2022Hamid Khoja, PhD, chief scientific officer of FibroBiologics, spoke on the development and studies of CYMS101, which the company anticipates evaluating in a larger clinical trial in 2023.
Understanding the Epidemiological Connection Between MS and Epstein-Barr Virus: AJ Joshi, MD
February 9th 2022The chief medical officer at Atara Biotherapeutics detailed the clinical significance of a recently published paper in Nature that adds to the evidence that Epstein-Barr virus is the leading cause of multiple sclerosis. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
Racial Subgroup Data Heavily Underreported in MS Trials, Lack of Non-White Representation
February 9th 2022Almost 40% of the studies assess did not report racial or ethnic subgroup data. Geographically, there was a slight increase in the number of South American-based phase 3 DMT trials and almost little-to-no improvement in the phase 3 DMT studies based in Africa.
Optimizing Integrative Wellness Strategies for MS Through Research: Kathy Zackowski, PhD, OTR
February 6th 2022The senior director of patient management, care, and rehabilitation at the National Multiple Sclerosis Society discussed the steps needed to take to improve relatively new wellness strategies. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
People Helping People: Fostering, Supporting, and Empowering Women Leaders in Neurology
February 3rd 2022Although research illustrates the persistence of inequities between women and men in neurology, 3 women leaders shared encouraging thoughts and experiences highlighting the progress made in recent years.
Evolving Roles of Women in Neurology: Jan Brandes, MD, MS
February 3rd 2022In light of National Women Physicians Day, the assistant clinical professor at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine commented on the roles women have played historically, and her perspective on where they stand now. [WATCH TIME: 12 minutes]
Alternative Career Paths: Clinical Care Through Clinical Research
February 3rd 2022For women, the decision to opt for an unconventional career path can be inspired by conflicting responsibilities and balancing life with work. But, as Sana Syed, MD, MPH, explains, following your passion is still an achievable dream despite these challenges.
Managing MS With Wellness Approaches During COVID-19: Kathy Zackowski, PhD, OTR
February 2nd 2022The senior director of patient management, care, and rehabilitation at the National Multiple Sclerosis Society discussed the importance and flexibility of wellness approaches for patients with MS during the pandemic. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]
GeNeuro Completes Phase 2a ProTEct-MS Trial of Temelimab in Relapsing MS
January 31st 2022After a prior phase 2 failure in CHANGE-MS showed signs of promise for progressive disease, the final patient visit has been completed in a trial of temelimab in relapsing disease, with results expected before the end of March 2022.