New Study Finds High Rates of Fibromyalgia Among U.S. Military Members with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
October 22, 2021
And the rates were even higher among military members who had not yet received treatment for PTSD.
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Exercising with Psoriatic Arthritis: How to Get Started and Work Out Safely
October 21, 2021
The potential rewards of exercise for people with psoriatic arthritis — including less pain and fatigue — are undeniably worth it. Here, how to exercise safely and pick the right type of workout for you.
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I’ve Always Been Anxious, But It Got Worse After Being Diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis and Other Chronic Illnesses
October 20, 2021
It’s been a journey for Jennifer Walker to figure out that anxiety and related depression was no longer something they could manage with self-care alone. Here’s how they’re getting help and moving forward.
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More Severe Psoriasis Is Linked with More Progression to Psoriatic Arthritis
October 19, 2021
Having the inflammatory skin disease psoriasis automatically increases your risk of developing psoriatic arthritis. New research adds to the body of evidence that that your psoriasis severity may play a role in whether or not you later develop PsA.
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11 Signs You’re Dealing with Fatigue from Inflammatory Arthritis (and Are Not Just Super Tired)
October 18, 2021
From brain fog to irritability, here are some subtle signs that your inflammatory arthritis is causing fatigue.
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Most Immunocompromised People Are Getting the Flu Shot This Year — and Hope Others Do the Same
October 15, 2021
In the Global Healthy Living Foundation’s latest COVID-19 Patient Support Program poll, the majority of patients said they got or plan on getting their flu shot this year, as well as the third COVID-19 vaccine dose.
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COVID-19 Testing Is More Common in Autoimmune and Inflammatory Disease Patients, but Infection Risk Is Not
October 14, 2021
A recent study shows that while patients with immune-mediated and inflammatory conditions get tested for COVID-19 more than the general population, their risk of contracting the coronavirus does not seem to be higher.
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An Impaired Sense of Smell Is Common in Sjögren’s Syndrome, and Could Indicate Higher Disease Activity
October 12, 2021
If you have or suspect you could have Sjögren’s syndrome, your sense of smell may provide a clue about how well your condition is being managed.
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Premenopausal Women with Rheumatoid Arthritis Have Increased Risk for Early Signs of Heart Failure
October 11, 2021
A small study suggests that younger people with rheumatoid arthritis may need to work with their doctor to keep better tabs on heart muscle function. It’s possible that early screening could help prevent future cardiovascular disease.
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How to Time the Flu Shot, COVID-19 Vaccine, and Immunosuppressive Medications If You’re Immunocompromised
October 8, 2021
With new vaccine doses in the picture, timing your shots with your regular medications can get confusing. Here’s what experts recommend to stay safe and protected.
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