Zwanger-Pesiri Radiology WALK MS: LONG ISLAND 2013

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, debilitating disease that attacks the central nervous system. Over 2.1 million people worldwide are affected by the disease. There is currently no cure for MS.

On a positive note, however, new treatments are being developed. Just last September, a new drug called teriflunomide (brand name Aubagio, from Genzyme) was approved to treat the relapsing form of MS. The drug is currently also in phase III clinical trials to look at whether it may help prevent the development of MS in patients who are at high risk. Results of the study thus far have revealed that study participants taking the drug were significantly less likely to develop MS. Studies are ongoing.

Zwanger-Pesiri Radiology is proud to be the lead sponsor of Walk MS: Long Island 2013 for the fourth year in a row. This event connects people living with MS and those who care about them. Please join us as we walk in support of those who live with MS.

Mark your calendars!

May 5, 2013 -- Pooch Parade at Belmont Lake State Park, Babylon, NY.  Bring your dog and show your support! Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.

May 18, 2013 -- Walk MS: Long Island -- Eisenhower Park, East Meadow, NY. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.

To register or volunteer, visit www.walkMSlongisland.org or call (631) 864-8337 and press #2.

We look forward to seeing you there! Don't forget to stop by the ZPR booth!