The Motivator: Summer/Fall 2011

Cover Story

MS Research Update 2011

By Diana M. Schneider, PhD
Reviewed by Jack Burks, MD
This annual Research Update provides a comprehensive overview of the eight FDA-approved disease-modifying therapies used to slow MS activity as well as initial findings on many of the experimental treatments.

Departments

Up Front

By Douglas G. Franklin
MSAA's president and CEO talks about MSAA's newest programs, plus our collaboration with other organizations to better understand and address the needs of the MS community.

Ask the Doctor

By Jack Burks, MD
MSAA's chief medical officer answers questions sent in by readers.

Research News

By Susan Wells Courtney
An update on CCSVI is given, plus Botox receives a new approval.

Program Notes

By Peter Damiri
MSAA's free mobile app, My MS Manager™, is featured.

Thoughts about Giving

By Neal Zoren
This column explains the ease and affordability of sustainer gifts.

Stories to Inspire

By Alba S. Morton
Alba writes about her brother David, who uses computer software to create award-winning works of art.

Spread the Word

Three informative books from MSAA's Lending Library are featured.