What Rheumatoid Arthritis Does to Your Feet, and 6 Ways to Keep Them Healthy
July 21, 2020
Foot problems are common in rheumatoid arthritis. Here’s what you can do about it.
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The 5 Questions to Ask Yourself that May Lead to ‘Posttraumatic Growth’ From COVID-19
July 20, 2020
This advice from Laurie Ferguson, PhD, clinical psychologist and Director of Education Development at the Global Healthy Living Foundation, can help you prepare for changes you would like to see in your life and begin to move toward that transformation.
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Is It Safe to Take Public Transportation If You’re at High Risk for COVID-19?
July 20, 2020
Here are the factors to consider, and precautions you can take if you decide to take a bus, train, or other form of public transit.
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Corticosteroids May Cause Serious Side Effects, Even When Used for a Short Period
July 20, 2020
Although steroids are known to have serious side effects when used for an extended period, limited attention has been paid to the risks of using these medications for only a few days or weeks.
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Is It Safe to Fly If You’re at High Risk for COVID-19?
July 17, 2020
Here are the factors to consider before you get on a plane, and precautions you can take if air travel is necessary.
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Popular Acid Reflux Drugs Are Linked to Higher Risk of COVID-19
July 17, 2020
People who took proton pump inhibitors were significantly more likely to be among those who contracted coronavirus, and risk increased along with the medication dose.
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COVID-19 Patients Are Not Usually Infected with Other Viruses at the Same Time, But That Could Change This Fall
July 16, 2020
‘Coinfections’ could be trickier to identify and treat, especially during cold and flu season.
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How to Actually Wear a Face Mask: 8 Common Mistakes You Might Not Realize You’re Making
July 16, 2020
When it comes to wearing a mask the right (read: most protective) way, we’ve got you covered.
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Frequent Diarrhea Might Be a New Rheumatoid Arthritis Risk Factor
July 16, 2020
Frequent digestive distress, such as with irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea, may make you more likely to develop RA in the future.
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FDA Approves Tremfya, the First IL-23 Inhibitor for Psoriatic Arthritis
July 15, 2020
Tremfya, already approved for psoriasis, inhibits an immune system protein called IL-23 that can lead to inflammation.
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