Multiple Sclerosis 1

There is less prevalence of MS in countries with warmer climate, what would cause the colder climate to increase the prevalence of MS?

• Insufficient physical activity

• Lack of vitamin D exposure

• Less time spent outdoors

What is the cause of MS?

• The cause of MS is not fully understood

• MS is caused by genetics
• MS is caused by environmental factors
• MS is caused by a virus

Which symptom do nearly all individuals with MS experience during the course of their disease?

• Cognitive Impairments

• Difficulty maintaining balance

• Fatigue

• Tingling/Numbness

Which statement best reflects 'Multiple Sclerosis'

• Many destroyed nerves

• Many areas of poor coordination

• Many areas of impaired synapses

• Many locations of scar tissue

What cells have impaired function when an individual has MS?

• Cytokines

• Schwann cells (myelin sheath PNS)

• T-cells

• Oligodendroglial cells (myelin sheath CNS)

As of 2023, how many Canadians have been diagnosed with MS?

• 95,000

• 90,000

• 80,000

• 85,000