HCQ Doesn't Prevent or Delay Onset of Rheumatoid Arthritis
A randomized clinical trial found that hydroxychloroquine was no more effective than placebo at preventing or delaying onset of rheumatoid arthritis. MDedge News
View Articlerheumatoid arthritis - DMARDs for RA Improve Vascular Inflammation and CV Risk
Receipt of a tumor necrosis factor inhibitor or triple therapy for rheumatoid arthritis yielded an equally beneficial effect for reducing vascular inflammation and...
View Articlerheumatoid arthritis - RA Risk Raised by Work-Related Inhaled Agents
Exposure to detergents, dusts, and other chemicals in the workplace could be putting genetically susceptible people at risk of rheumatoid arthritis. MDedge News
View ArticleWeight Loss Helps With Rheumatoid Arthritis Management
Weight loss alleviates arthritis pain and improves the quality of life for persons with arthritis, particularly if they are overweight or obese.
View Articlerheumatoid arthritis - Bacteremia, Antibodies Link Periodontal Disease and RA
Periodontal disease may introduce bacteria into the bloodstream that trigger immune responses in patients with rheumatoid arthritis, new research suggests. Medscape Medical News
View Articlerheumatoid arthritis - Dermatology Risks Are Likely Different for JAK Inhibitors
Black box warnings for JAK inhibitors arise from rheumatoid arthritis studies, leading one expert to question the risk-benefit relevance to dermatologic diseases, particularly...
View Articlerheumatoid arthritis - New and Noteworthy: What I Read This Week-Edition 214
Research of the Week High cord levels of unmetabolized folic acid (from fortification and synthetic vitamins) is a strong risk factor for autism . Preliminary results with a...
View Articlerheumatoid arthritis - FDA Approves New Formulation of Hyrimoz Adalimumab...
The agency approved a higher concentration formulation of Hyrimoz for its previous indications, including rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis. Medscape Medical News
View ArticleStudy: Poor oral health linked to rheumatoid arthritis
A great smile isn't just pleasant to look at. According to a study, having healthy teeth and gums may be key to reducing your risk of developing autoimmune diseases like...
View Articlerheumatoid arthritis - Registry Data 'Reassure' on RA Biologics' Heart Attack...
There is no difference in the risk of myocardial infarction with interleukin-6 vs anti-tumor necrosis factor therapy for rheumatoid arthritis. Medscape Medical News
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