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eNews August 2011 - National MS Society
Phase III trial results for 2 new MS drugs

Alemtuzumab and laquinimod results released

Sanofi and its subsidiary Genzyme announced the results of a two-year study of 581 people with relapsing-remitting MS testing their experimental intravenous therapy alemtuzumab. Meanwhile, Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. and Active Biotech announced the results of a study involving more than 1,300 people with relapsing-remitting MS testing their oral drug laquinimod. Both companies say they hope to submit applications to the FDA in 2012.

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The National MS Society has committed to raise $250 million for MS research through the NOW initiative, aiming to STOP MS in its tracks, RESTORE lost function and END the disease forever. To achieve this bold goal, we need everyone in the MS movement to stand together so that no opportunity is wasted and all promising research paths are followed. Join MS Ambassador and Research Champion Phil Keoghan of “The Amazing Race,” by becoming an MS Research Champion today.

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Grammy-nominated Drake raps for MSGrammy-nominated Drake raps for MS 

After selling out his phenomenally popular OVO Festival in Toronto last month, platinum-selling rapper Drake kicked off a North American tour this month, with a portion of all ticket sales going to the U.S. and Canadian MS Societies. Drake’s business partner and producer, Noah “40” Shebib, lives with MS.

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This communication is partially sponsored through the generous support of Biogen Idec;
EMD Serono and Pfizer, Inc; Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation; and Teva Neuroscience, Inc.
 

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