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By Kelsey Kloss
New research shows the psychological impact that the coronavirus pandemic is having on those with rheumatic diseases.
COVID-19 has raised awareness of the risks of complications for immunocompromised people, but it’s not the only infection risk we need to watch out for.
The coronavirus can cause considerable neurological, cognitive, and psychiatric problems. Here’s what you need to know about these consequences.
By Kelsey Kloss
A new small study underscores the importance of researching autoimmunity and its potential role in long-hauler symptoms.
By Kelsey Kloss
From navigating delays in vaccine rollouts to monitoring for more severe side effects after your second shot, here’s your guide to the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
A new study found that obese patients most likely to become infected, and that COVID-19 increased the risk for flares.
The Global Healthy Living Foundation regularly polls the members of our COVID-19 Patient Support Program to understand the perspectives of chronic illness patients during the pandemic. Here is data about whether people have asked their health care providers about getting a COVID-19 vaccine.
By Kelsey Kloss
The rule of thumb is that even if you’re immunocompromised or living with chronic disease, you don’t necessarily need to take more or different precautions against the new variant — but it’s more important to follow the precautions you already know.
In a recent study, the biologic medications tocilizumab (Actemra) and sarilumab (Kevzara) benefited very sick COVID-19 patients. But other research is conflicting.
By Kelsey Kloss
This winter, we’re facing an intersection of several potential mental health risks — all of which may be exacerbated if you’re living with chronic illness.
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