University of Regina researchers test potential MS treatment
By Cami Kepke Reporter
They’re comparing it to the Trojan Horse – a new drug that preys on destructive cells that cause multiple sclerosis. Continue reading
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‘It is potentially fatal’: Courtice mother speaks out after dog bites her son
The owner, or owners, of the dog fled the scene after the incident, she says. Continue reading
She faced a U.S. or Russia trip to treat her skin disease, then a breakthrough happened in Calgary
By Christa Dao Digital Journalist
A team of University of Calgary researchers involved in an international scleroderma study have made a remarkable breakthrough, leading to life-changing transplants for people living with the disease. Continue reading
B.C. health minister faces questions on why government won’t fund life-saving drug for young woman
As Jennifer Anaquod watches her daughter’s health hang in the balance, the B.C. government is looking into whether it should fund a drug that could potentially save Shantee Anaquod’s life. Continue reading
Student’s battle against rare disease renews calls for better drug coverage in B.C.
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
The costly drug Soliris can help treat UBC student Shantee Anaquod’s rare condition, but the province currently doesn’t cover it. Continue reading
It costs $750K per year to treat her rare disease, and B.C. doesn’t cover the cost
There are concerns that the drug is too expensive and that it has unclear benefits. Continue reading
Controversial ‘liberation therapy’ treatment not effective in MS patients: Canadian study
Canadian doctors say they’ve debunked the one-time medical procedure known as “liberation therapy,” citing lack of proof that the therapy actually achieves the dramatic health improvements it promises. Continue reading
Researchers find link between processed food and autoimmune disease
By Allison Vuchnich Senior Network Correspondent
A research team examined the impact processed food can have on the intestines, and how that can potentially lead to an autoimmune disease. Continue reading
Misplaced Craigslist ad connects sick woman with life-saving kidney donor
A New Jersey woman’s appeal for a life-saving kidney donor was accidentally filed under the “building materials” section of Craigslist yet somehow connected her with a donor. Continue reading