Strongest evidence yet that MS is caused by Epstein-Barr virus

A huge study of US military personnel suggests almost all cases of multiple sclerosis are triggered by the common Epstein-Barr virus, meaning a vaccine could largely eradicate the condition

can trigger multiple sclerosis . Now, a study of 10 million military personnel in the US has shown that virtually every case of MS is preceded by infection with the virus. The finding suggests a vaccine against the Epstein-Barr virus could greatly reduce the incidence of MS.at Harvard University. It should lead to better ways to treat MS as well as help to prevent it, he says.

Only 5 per cent of recruits were uninfected with the Epstein-Barr virus when their first blood sample was taken. Out of 10 million military personnel, 955 developed MS, typically around 10 years after their first sample was taken.

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