Challenger Medical Education Blog

May 21, 2026 Newsletter

Written by Challenger Corporation | May 21, 2026 4:54:10 PM

Exercise hormone reduces multiple sclerosis symptoms

A new study offers clues as to why exercise can improve neurological symptoms in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). The study, led by investigators from Mass General Brigham and University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE), examined levels of the exercise hormone irisin in a mouse model of multiple sclerosis. Researchers found that irisin reduced both clinical symptoms and the loss of neurons in the experimental model.  

Read about the study: New study shows how exercise hormone reduces multiple sclerosis symptoms 

The New ABEM Certifying Exam Takes Place Throughout the Year - Be Ready!

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What is the Most Missed Exam Prep Question This Week?

We want to explore what is being missed on exams. That is why we have started our "most missed questions" series; to examine and report exactly which questions and question types are being missed most, why, and even hone in on some exam tricks to make test taking more successful. Take a look!

Most Missed Question in EM Board Exam Prep – Penetrating Neck Trauma 

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