t the University of Connecticut, a new bilingual resource aims to bridge the gap in awareness and early detection of multiple sclerosis (MS), particularly among at-risk populations. Dr. Jaime Imitola, chief of UConn Health’s Division of Multiple Sclerosis and Translational Neuroimmunology, emphasizes the importance of recognizing early signs of MS to improve outcomes.
Author: Nick Hartman
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