Two new studies provide important insights and key topics for research on vaccination in people who are receiving (or choose not to receive) vaccinations.
By Kelsey Kloss
Three Doses of the Moderna or Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccines Found to Prevent Hospitalization in People Taking Immunosuppressive Drugs
Despite previous research showing lower antibody levels after vaccination in immunosuppressive individuals, the COVID-19 vaccines still appear to be highly effective at keeping this community of patients out of the hospital.
By Kelsey Kloss
How to Time Your Latest COVID-19 Booster and Annual Flu Shot
Here’s what you need to know about getting the latest COVID-19 booster and flu shot this fall.
As these monoclonal antibodies become less powerful in preventing COVID-19, other measures like getting the new bivalent vaccine booster are even more crucial for immunocompromised patients.
By Susan Jara
CDC Releases New COVID-19 Guidelines, More Lax Restrictions
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its COVID-19 guidance, loosening restrictions on social distancing and quarantining. Here’s what our community thinks — and how to keep protecting yourself.
By Recession-Proofing Your Health Care
Living with chronic illness is costly, so when the economy looks bleak it's natural to feel anxious about health care expenses. Here's help.
This year brings with it new preventive options, but also new challenges, for the immunocompromised looking to mitigate their risk.
By Kelsey Kloss
The First Study of Its Kind Shows How Common Long COVID Really Is
Long COVID has been called the next public health disaster in the making — it’s common, disabling, and comes at high personal and societal costs.
By Kelsey Kloss
What Is Paxlovid Rebound — And What Does It Mean for You?
Here’s what to know about this phenomenon that can result in a positive COVID-19 test, even after treatment.
Living with chronic illness is costly, so when the economy looks bleak it’s natural to feel anxious about health care expenses. Here’s help.
By Kelsey Kloss
Everything You Need to Know If You’re Prescribed Paxlovid as an Immunocompromised Patient
See answers to all of your questions about this antiviral pill — from how it works to side effects and more.
By CreakyStaff
Rheumatology Patients Are Still Struggling with Shortages of Actemra, a Medication Being Used to Treat COVID-19
We talked with rheumatoid arthritis patients and rheumatologists to find out how this shortage is physically and mentally impacting our community — and what to do if you can’t access Actemra right now.
“It’s safe to say that life has thrown a lot of shit at all of us these last three years — and it has had a profound impact on my physical and emotional health and habits.”
By Kelsey Kloss
How Your Mental Health Can Affect Your Risk of Long COVID — and How to Maintain a Healthy Baseline
New research shows that your susceptibility to long COVID may be at least partly based on how healthy your mind is.
By What Does Wearing a Mask Mean to You?
The answer to this question can empower you to feel good about mask-wearing, even as others toss theirs aside, shares Laurie Ferguson, PhD, clinical psychologist and Director of Education Development at the Global Healthy Living Foundation.
“It’s safe to say that life has thrown a lot of shit at all of us these last three years — and it has had a profound impact on my physical and emotional health and habits.”
By New Poll Reveals COVID Safety Measures Still Necessary for 2022 Holiday Gatherings
In the Global Healthy Living Foundation’s latest COVID-19 Patient Support Program poll, the majority said they will celebrate in person with close family and/or friends who are vaccinated, boosted, and tested negative.
Most Immunocompromised People Are Getting the Flu Shot This Year — But Many Wonder When to Get It
In the Global Healthy Living Foundation’s latest COVID-19 Patient Support Program poll, 94 percent reported they have gotten (or plan to get) their flu shot this fall/winter season.
As these monoclonal antibodies become less powerful in preventing COVID-19, other measures like getting the new bivalent vaccine booster are even more crucial for immunocompromised patients.
By How COVID Changed My Life as Someone Who Is Immunocompromised
“It’s safe to say that life has thrown a lot of shit at all of us these last three years — and it has had a profound impact on my physical and emotional health and habits.”
By 13 Tips to Make It Easier to Dress for Colder Weather with Arthritis
If you live with arthritis, getting dressed for cold weather can be tricky. Here are a few tips to make it easier on your body.
Researchers set out to determine whether telephone-delivered talk therapy and exercise could have a significant impact on people with inflammatory rheumatic diseases.
By CreakyStaff
Why the Future of Patient-Centered Arthritis Research Will Involve Your Smartwatch
A new study from ArthritisPower shows that patients are very engaged when it comes to using a smartwatch along with short surveys to better understand rheumatoid arthritis symptoms.
By CreakyStaff
What Prompts Axial Spondyloarthritis Patients to Change Their Treatment? New Research Examines This Complicated Condition
Many axial spondyloarthritis patients are talking with their providers about their treatment plan — and wanting to prevent long-term damage is a major factor in how they think about it.
New study finds that patients can likely switch between biosimilars of the same original biologic without any adverse effects or changes in how well their treatment works.
By Kelsey Kloss
Lack of Research on Medical Marijuana for People Living with Rheumatic Disease and Their Providers
A new review from CreakyJoints provides recommendations for how providers can guide patients who are interested in cannabis for pain treatment.
By Warning: Your Health Insurance Might Not Cover the Meds You Need Most
New study finds drug formularies often have exclusions that could harm your health or cost you more money.
A new study examined the effectiveness of digital exercise programs, which may be especially beneficial for osteoarthritis patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
To Boost Bone Density, Doing More High-Intensity Exercise in the Teenage Years Seems Key
More time spent in moderate- to vigorous-intensity physical activity in adolescence was associated with greater hip bone mineral density at age 25 years, a new study found.
By Lupus Patients Who Don’t Exercise Are 3 Times More Likely to Become Depressed
Depression is common with lupus, but engaging in even just a little physical activity may significantly reduce your risk.
Rheumatoid arthritis patient Eileen Davidson has had her share of doctor visits virtually and in person. Here’s her take on the good and bad of telehealth — and why it’s transformed her care.
By Susan Jara
Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain: 7 Things You Should Tell Your Rheumatologist
Communication is the key to getting your RA pain under good control. Here’s what you need to discuss with your doctor if you’re experiencing an increase in RA pain.
By Susan Jara
How to Discuss Your Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain During a Telehealth Visit
Pain isn’t as easy to manage when providers can’t see and touch your joints in person, but you can effectively discuss and treat RA pain during virtual visits. Here’s how.
