Neurology Times Features Special Coverage of Multiple Sclerosis

NORWALK, Conn., Aug. 21, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- UBM Medica US announces that Neurology Times, a leading online community and information resource for neurologists and other healthcare providers features special coverage on multiple sclerosis, devoted to fostering better treatment of patients who have the disorder.

MS affects 2.5 million persons worldwide, including more than 400,000 Americans, and is the most common disabling neurologic disease of young adults. Although there is no cure or clear way to prevent MS, new treatments can reduce long-term disability for many patients.

Recent coverage of MS on Neurology Times includes the following:

• Chronic Cerebrospinal Venous Insufficency Not Cause of Multiple Sclerosis: Hypothesis Rest in Peace: A researcher and regular contributor describes a new study that puts a final nail in the coffin for a questionable hypothesis about causation.
• The Trouble with Tysabri: How to use the medication responsibly and effectively is the subject of this month's blog from Professor of Neurology and Neuroscience Samuel Pleasure, MD, PhD.
• Stroke and other PRES-sing Issues: A Photo Essay: MRIs of progressing relapsing-remitting MS are presented in this instructive slide show.
• 5 Things You May Not Know About Multiple Sclerosis: Succinct highlights from new studies may offer you insights about MS you didn't have before.

About UBM Medica US
Addressing today's healthcare information needs, UBM Medica US, delivers strategic, integrated communications solutions and comprehensive reach -- online, in print, via custom programs and live events. Improving the effectiveness of healthcare through information and education, UBM Medica US provides unbiased clinical, practical, and business information for physicians, providers and payers resulting in improved quality of care for patients around the world. Through journals, magazines, online communities, live and digital events, and other valuable resources, UBM Medica US also delivers comprehensive communication solutions for the pharmaceutical and related industries. Online communities include CancerNetwork.com, ConsultantLive.com, DiagnosticImaging.com, RheumatologyNetwork.com, OBGYN.net, PhysiciansPractice.com, PsychiatricTimes.com and SearchMedica.com. UBM Medica US is part of UBM Connect which, through a range of aligned interactive environments, both physical and digital – increases business effectiveness for both customers and audiences through meaningful experiences, knowledge and connections.  Headquartered in New York, UBM Connect brings together UBM's healthcare business, UBM Medica US; UBM Canon's advanced design and manufacturing event, online and print brands; UBM Connect New York's catering, cruise shipping, contact-center management, and fine, specialty and custom chemical communities; and UBM Mexico's concrete, construction and hospitality services shows.  For more information, visit www.UBMMedicaUS.com.

About UBM plc
UBM plc is a global events-led marketing services and communications company.  We help businesses do business, bringing the world's buyers and sellers together at events and online, as well as producing and distributing news and specialist content.  Our 5,500 staff in more than 30 countries are organized into expert teams which serve commercial and professional communities, helping them to do business and their markets to work effectively and efficiently.

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Jason J. Golden 
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203-523-7040
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