COVID-19 Can Cause Autoantibodies Seen in Autoimmune Conditions: Here’s What We Know So Far
April 26, 2021
Experts believe the research into this topic will lead to a better understanding of autoimmunity.
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Higher Rheumatoid Arthritis Disease Activity Linked to Greater Insulin Resistance
April 26, 2021
A new study found that rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients with diabetes have more trouble utilizing insulin compared to those with osteoarthritis (OA) and diabetes.
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Will the New ‘Post-Pandemic Normal’ Be Accommodating to Chronic Illness and Disabilities? A New Poll Shows Patients Are Worried About Being Left Behind
April 23, 2021
In the Global Healthy Living Foundation’s latest COVID-19 Patient Support Program poll, the vast majority of respondents said they believe virtual and social distance options will remain available as society enters a new “normal,” but they are concerned that there will be fewer of them.
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Recovered COVID-19 Patients May Be at Greater Risk for Psychiatric and Neurological Illnesses, Study Finds
April 23, 2021
In a new study that analyzed the records of more than 230,000 COVID-19 patients, researchers found that one in three COVID-19 patients experienced a psychiatric or neurological illness, including anxiety, insomnia, and stroke.
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An Anti-Inflammatory Diet Might Help Keep Rheumatoid Arthritis Disease Activity Low
April 23, 2021
A new study evaluated whether following an anti-inflammatory diet might lower disease activity in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Though researchers found doing so may help RA patients with low disease activity level, the same could not be said for patients with high disease activity levels.
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12 Ways to Make Getting Dressed with Arthritis a Whole Lot Easier
April 22, 2021
From expert-backed tips to must-have assistive devices, here are some ways to reduce arthritis pain and discomfort when you’re getting dressed for the day.
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Older Adults with Hip Osteoarthritis and Chronic Lower Back Pain May Be More Likely to Fall
April 21, 2021
A new study found that adults with hip osteoarthritis were more likely to have multiple falls over a year than those without the chronic illness.
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When to Have a Telehealth vs. In-Person Doctor Visit with Arthritis or a Rheumatic Condition
April 20, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way rheumatology patients communicate with their doctors and manage their health. But it’s important to know when to use a telehealth visit vs. when you need to see the doctor in person.
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How Rheumatologists’ Offices Are Keeping Patients Safe During COVID-19
April 20, 2021
If you’ve been worried about going to a doctor’s office in person, it’s important to know the steps that rheumatology practices are following to keep patients safe from coronavirus exposure.
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‘Telerheumatology’ May Lead to Delayed Diagnoses in Patients, Study Finds
April 20, 2021
Although telehealth rheumatology has improved appointment attendance rates among patients with inflammatory arthritis (IA) during the pandemic, researchers found that virtual care may lead to delayed diagnoses and treatment.
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