Rheumatology
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Hypertension worsened by commonly used prescription meds
Close to 20% of U.S. adults with hypertension are on a prescription drug, such as NSAIDs, known to raise blood pressure, creating an opportunity...
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Multiple studies highlight pandemic’s impact on patients with rheumatic disease
From the Europe-based REUMAVID study to the United Kingdom’s CONTAIN study, some common themes are emerging, with lessons to be learned for future...
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Challenges persist in adolescents with rheumatic disease transitioning to adult care
A successful transition from pediatric to adult rheumatology is crucial to maintain continuity of care for patients with rheumatic disease, but...
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Study shows how COVID-19 disrupted RA meds
Early COVID-19 restrictions significantly altered medication and management patterns among RA patients.
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Self-directed digital exercise plan improves knee OA
Web-based exercises plus automated text messages improved knee pain and function over web-based information without exercises.
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Researchers stress importance of second COVID-19 vaccine dose for infliximab users
Significantly lower antibody concentrations seen after a first dose of the Pfizer or AstraZeneca vaccine in users of infliximab vs. vedolizumab...
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Experts highlight recent breakthroughs in psoriatic arthritis
Signal of possible gender disparity in PsA response to biologics sparks questions.
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COVID-19 vaccination in RMD patients: Safety data “reassuring”
Two studies show mainly mild reactions and favorable antibody responses in patients with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases after vaccination...
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FDA warning letters target OTC cannabidiol product claims for pain relief
The FDA sent warning letters to two manufacturers for illegal marketing of drugs containing cannabidiol (CBD) and a failure to comply with current...
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COVID-19’s impact on lupus inpatients examined in study
Younger inpatients with COVID-19 and SLE showed higher mortality than did COVID-19 inpatients of similar age from the general population in a...