Alberta launches web-based Multiple Sclerosis study
Posted: Wed Jul 27, 2011 11:39 pm
The Alberta government has launched an online questionnaire to study the experiences of Albertans with multiple sclerosis, especially those who have undergone controversial out-of-country Zamboni treatments.
Health Minister Gene Zwozdesky said he’s heard of the procedure leading to adverse effects, including death.
But he’s also listened to stories of the vein procedure — also called liberation treatment — giving people with the neurological disease less pain and a much-improved quality of life.
“It’s compelling enough for us to do something,” the minister said at a press conference in Calgary on Wednesday.... Read More - http://www.msrc.co.uk/index.cfm/fuseact ... ageid/2944