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The Role & Importance of Nutrition In SLE, RA, AS, PsA and Chronic Inflammation
Nutrition recommendations for managing chronic inflammatory conditions. Answers to FAQ's from Dr Manno of Johns Hopkins.
Coping With Fatigue Associated with Autoimmune Disease
Rheumaotologisit recommended tips for coping with COVID related fatigue from RA, AS, SLE and PsA
Higher Risk of Shingles Infection Associated with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Patients with RA should discuss how to prevent shingles because they are at higher risk according to doctors in London.
Rheumatoid Arthritis and Exercise
Rebecca Manno, MD, MHS, of Johns Hopkins University offers tips on how best to exercise with rheumatoid arthritis.
Mindful Management: Living with Autoimmune Disease in the COVID Era
Five steps people living with autoimmune diseases can take to incorporate mindfulness and improve quality of life.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Rheumatoid Arthritis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome occurs more frequently with Rheumatoid Arthritis and can be effectively treated.
Short-Term Evenity Effective in RA & Osteoporosis
Evenity may represent new treatment option for RA and osteoporosis
COVID-19-Related Mortality in Rheumatic Disease
Who With RA is at Increased Risk From COVID-19?
Rheumatoid Arthritis: Newly Diagnosed - Start Here
Rheumatoid arthritis; signs, symptoms, how is RA managed and what to watch for.
How to Get Through the Winter with Rheumatoid Arthritis - "Rising Above RA"
While the snow outside and holidays are beautiful, there is nothing beautiful about increased pain and feeling sluggish
Rheumatoid Arthritis Risk Influenced by Cold Environment
Swedish Researchers Report That The Risk of Developing RA is Influenced by Cold Environments
Telemedicine: Log on to Feel Better through Virtual Visits
Expanding online access means more patients are booking virtual visits and avoiding COVID-19 exposure.
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) Pain
Rheumatoid Arthritis and other inflammatory arthritis conditions can cause TMJ Jaw Pain
Making Everyday Life With Arthritis a Little Easier With Assisted Devices and Occupational Therapy.
Making Everyday Life With Arthritis a Little Easier With Assisted Devices and Occupational Therapy.
Vaccinations for Patients with Rheumatic Diseases - RA, AS, PSA, SLE.
What patients need to know about vaccination for Coronavirus, Influenza and other preventable infections
Glucocorticoids Proton Pump Inhibitors Increase Osteoporotic Fracture Risk in RA
Increased Osteoporotic Fracture Risk Among Patients With RA Receiving
Hug Your Rheumatologist: The Shortage is Coming
Hug Your Rheumatologist: The Shortage is Comming
American College of Rheumatology Recommends Biosimilar Use in New White Paper
The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) outlines role of biosimilar medications in rheumatology.
Rheumatoid Arthritis: Finding Words to Describe an Invisible Illness
You look good but feel bad. How do you explain RA to others when you don’t look sick?
Cimzia® plus Methotrexate Slows Disease Progression in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Cimzia® plus Methotrexate effective treatment for RA - can be used during pregnancy
Coping with Medications: Steroid, DMARD, NSAID Side Effects
For most people, living with autoimmune disease or inflammatory arthritis means living with multiple medications.
Rheumatoid Nodules – What You Need to Know
What are rheumatoid nodules? They occur in ~ 30% of individuals with rheumatoid arthritis.
Ready to Exercise? - Activities for Individuals with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Learn what types of exercise are ideally suited to individuals living with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Working Through RA - "Arthritis Ashley"
Being a full-time patient living with a chronic illness is like having a job in and of itself.
Building Your Medical Team
Inflammatory arthritis and rheumatoid conditions are complicated-building your medical team is critical for optimal Rx!
Look Out Ladies: Rheumatoid Arthritis Tips for the Female Form
Look Out Ladies: Rheumatoid Arthritis Tips for the Female Form
For Some with Rheumatoid Arthritis, Beauty Really Is Pain
Fashion and arthritis don't go hand-in-hand but for millions, fashion can become a problem or an escape.
The Coronavirus and Inflammatory Arthritis
What individuals with Inflammatory Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Autoimmune diseases need to know about Coronavirus
Inflammatory Arthritis & Heart Disease
Research continues to demonstrate that inflammatory arthritis is associated with both "heart attacks" and heart failure.
Rheumatoid Arthritis in the Age of High-Tech Housekeeping
As home design is modernized and technologies evolve in robotics and microfibers, house cleaning is getting easier.
Rheumatoid Arthritis-Extra-Articular Involvement & Health Risks
Rheumatoid arthritis and its treatment can affect the heart, lungs, skin and other organs. Here is what you need to know
Rheumatic Disease Therapy and COVID-19 Vaccination - What You Need to Know
The Potential Effect of Rheumatic Disease Therapy and the Efficacy of COVID-19 Vaccinations-ACR Guidelines released.
Osteoporosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Women: Knowledge Is Power
What women with rheumatoid arthritis need to know about osteoporosis.
Know The Risk Factors for Rheumatoid Arthritis
It is important to understand that the cause, of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is unknown.
Maintain or Taper Biologic Therapies
The Effect on Risk of Serious Infection and Adverse Events in Rheumatoid Arthritis and Spondyloarthritis Patients
Dietary Supplements: Marketing and Reality
Understand the role of dietary supplements; how they are regulated and their claims evaluated.
Inform Engage Empower; How to Get the Most From Your Rheumatologist Appointment
Understand the content and flow of a typical appointment with your rheumatologist to ensure you get good efficient care.
Few Rheumatologists Utilize Recommended Treat to Target Strategy
Treat-to-target strategy is widely advocated for treatment of RA yet unused by most Rheumatologists
Measuring and Tracking Rheumatoid Arthritis Disease Activity
Measuring RA disease activity helps better manage symptoms and prevent irreversible joint damage.
Treatment & Management of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Effective management of RA includes drug therapy, surgery, use of assisted devices, diet and physical therapy.
If Diagnosed with Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis You May Have Something Else
Study by doctors from Finland reveals most patients diagnosed with seronegative RA will actually not have RA
Rituxan Treatment in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Long-term treatment of rheumatoid arthritis with Rituxan (rituximab) appears to be effective, safe and well tolerated
Rituxan Treatment Improves Rheumatoid Associated Interstitial Lung Disease
Research suggest that Rituxan may be a better treatment option than a TNFi for RA associated interstitial lung disease.
Actemra® Effective in 80% of RA Patients Who Stay on Treatment for One Year
Actemra® Effective in 80% of RA Patients Who Stay on Treatment for One Year
Ask the Doctor: Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment Guidelines
Q&A with Kathleen Thomas, DO Board-Certified Rheumatologist
Write Away the Pain
Finding an expressive path can help you come to terms with chronic illness and forge an identity in the face of pain.
Diagnosing Rheumatoid Arthritis Here is What You Need to Know
Rheumatoid antibodies, imaging & disease activity are used and monitored to confirm diagnosis and ensure Rx is working
COVID-19 and Non-steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDS) – No Increased Risk
No increased risk, non-steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDS) during COVID-19