Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Treatments
Multiple sclerosis (MS) treatment has advanced significantly over the past few decades, transforming what was once a condition with very limited options into one where many people can better manage symptoms and slow disease progression. However, while current treatments have improved outcomes for many patients, they are not a cure. Challenges remain, and there is […]
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Research Shaping Future Treatments
What is Multiple Sclerosis (MS)? Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a complex neurological condition that affects the brain and spinal cord, often causing a wide range of symptoms including fatigue, mobility challenges, vision problems and cognitive changes. Over 150,000 people live with the condition in the UK1. Is there a cure for Multiple Sclerosis (MS)? Although […]
Exploring RSV
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) affects around 3.6 million UK adults annually, resulting in hundreds of thousands of GP visits and tens of thousands of hospital admissions1. While the majority experience only cold-like symptoms, for those with compromised or weakened immune systems, RSV can have serious consequences. What is RSV? RSV is a common respiratory virus […]
Exploring Diabetes Monitoring Devices
For people living with diabetes, monitoring blood glucose levels is a vital part of daily life. Advances in diabetes monitoring devices have revolutionised how individuals manage their condition, offering greater accuracy, convenience, and peace of mind. From traditional finger-prick testing to sophisticated continuous glucose monitoring systems, technology is helping people make more informed decisions about […]
How Healthy Volunteers Can Help Shape Alzheimer’s Breakthroughs
Approximately one million people in the UK are living with dementia, the most common type being Alzheimer’s disease1. MAC will be conducting a healthy volunteer clinical trial for a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s, and we need your help. Clinical trials are the backbone of medical advancement. Without clinical research, there would be no new or […]
Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s: Different Symptoms, Shared Challenges
Every year, millions feel the impact of diseases like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s, and despite being most well-known for different symptoms, those with the conditions can face similar challenges. What is Parkinson’s? Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological condition caused by damage to dopamine-producing cells in the brain. Dopamine is a chemical messenger (neurotransmitter) that is […]
What Is Narcolepsy?
Narcolepsy is a long-term neurological sleep disorder that affects the brain’s ability to regulate sleep and wakefulness. People with narcolepsy often experience excessive daytime sleepiness, making it difficult to stay awake and alert during normal daily activities. Although it is a relatively rare condition, affecting approximately 30,000 people in the UK1, narcolepsy can have a […]
What Does Healthy Ageing Really Look Like?
When people think about ageing, it’s often associated with slowing down, developing health conditions, or becoming less active. However, as we celebrate National Wellness Month, we recognise that healthy ageing is not simply about avoiding illness. It is about maintaining physical, mental, and social wellbeing so that we can continue doing the things that matter […]
Why Women’s Health Research Matters
Only 5% of global healthcare research and development funding is allocated to women’s health1. This has led to a distinct gap in the understanding and treatment of women’s health conditions. Investment in this area is crucial to improve the lives of women worldwide. The Importance of Women’s Health Research Historically, the longstanding bias towards males […]
When Vulvodynia Treatments Don’t Work
Living with vulvodynia can be frustrating, exhausting, and isolating. The condition, which causes persistent pain, burning, or discomfort in the vulva, can affect everything from sitting comfortably and exercising to relationships and emotional wellbeing. Despite an estimated 18% of women in the UK being impacted at some point in their lives by the condition1, vulvodynia […]