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1. Medical News Today: Ayurvedic treatment for rheumatoid arthritis: What to know

   Ayurvedic treatment comes from traditional Indian medicine. Some people believe that it can help treat inflammatory conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis. Learn more about Ayurveda here. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

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2. Medical News Today: RA latex turbid test: What to know

   An RA latex turbid test looks for rheumatoid factor (RF) in the blood. High RF levels can indicate that a person has rheumatoid arthritis. Learn more about this test and the results here. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

3. Medical News Today: Steroids for rheumatoid arthritis: Everything you need to know

   Steroids are a type of drug that can reduce inflammation by suppressing the immune system. They are often part of a treatment plan for rheumatoid arthritis. Learn more here. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

4. Medical News Today: What are the benefits and uses of stinging nettle?

   Stinging nettle is a popular home remedy for arthritis, seasonal allergies, and many other conditions. Learn about the benefits, side effects, and research around stinging nettle here. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

5. Stopping bDMARDs Before RA Hip, Knee Arthroplasty Questioned Stopping bDMARDs Before RA Hip, Knee Arthroplasty Questioned

   Postarthroplasty infection risk in those with rheumatoid arthritis was higher after even modest preoperative doses of glucocorticoids. No difference in infection risk was detected among biologic therapies.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)

6. Best supplements for arthritis: Taking this vibrant spice could help ease the symptoms of

   ARTHRITIS is extremely common however it is not easily understood. It ’s referred to as joint pain or joint disease and there are over 100 different type of arthritis. There is no way to prevent arthritis but there are certain things you can do to ease symptoms, and one supplement could help ease the stiffness in the body and promote healthy joint movement. (Source: Daily Express - Health)

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7. Lupus characteristics and progression differ among racial/ethnic groups

   (Wiley) In the first epidemiologic study comparing lupus among four major racial/ethnic groups, researchers found that, following a lupus diagnosis, blacks, Asians/Pacific Islanders, and Hispanics are at increased risk of developing problems related to the kidneys, the neurological system, and the blood. The findings are published in Arthritis Care& Research. (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)

8. Arthritis pain - the best sport to lower your chances of joint pain symptoms revealed

   ARTHRITIS pain affects about 10 million people in the UK. Exercise and diet changes could help to relieve signs of joint pain. This is the best sport to lower your chances of developing arthritis symptoms. (Source: Daily Express - Health)

9. Understanding rheumatoid arthritis at the cellular level

   Researchers identified ways that immune cells and joint cells interact to produce the inflammation and tissue damage seen in rheumatoid arthritis. (Source: NIH Research Matters from the National Institutes of Health (NIH))

10. Medical News Today: Lyme disease and rheumatoid arthritis: What you need to know

    Lyme disease and rheumatoid arthritis are both conditions that can affect the nervous system and cause joint pain and swelling. Learn about their similarities and differences here. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

11. Postoperative Infection Rate Similar Across Biologics in RA

    MONDAY, May 20, 2019 -- For patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) undergoing arthroplasty, the risk for postoperative infection is similar across biologics but is increased with glucocorticoid use, according to a study published online May 21 in... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)

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12. Arthritis: Early detection to get the help they need - what are the symptoms and signs?

    PEOPLE who are diagnosed with arthritis are often affected by a functional disability at least a year or two before being diagnosed with the condition. This month is National Arthritis Awareness Month and new studies suggest the importance of early detection of the condition. Express.co.uk sheds a light on arthritis, the major symptoms to look out for and the latest research. (Source: Daily Express - Health)

13. The Fatigue Assessment Scale in SLE The Fatigue Assessment Scale in SLE

    Is the Fatigue Assessment Scale a reliable means of assessing fatigue in SLE patients?Arthritis Research & Therapy (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)

14. Former President Jimmy Carter Leaves Hospital After Surgery for Broken Hip

    Title: Former President Jimmy Carter Leaves Hospital After Surgery for Broken HipCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/16/2019 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/17/2019 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Arthritis General)

15. Arthritis Advisory Committee Roster

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16. Medical News Today: How stopping cell death may help prevent rheumatoid arthritis

    A new study in mice pinpoints a key cellular mechanism that drives forms of rheumatoid arthritis. Targeting this mechanism could prevent this condition. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

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17. Coronary heart disease: Groundbreaking research finds a 10p supplement can reduce the risk

    AN ARTHRITIS pill that costs only 10p cuts the risk of heart attacks and strokes by a fifth, scientists say. (Source: Daily Express - Health)

18. Glucosamine Tied to Heart Benefits

    A dietary supplement widely used for arthritic pain may reduce the risk for cardiovascular disease, researchers report. (Source: NYT Health)

19. Glucosamine Joint Pain Supplement Could Help the Heart

    TUESDAY, May 14, 2019 -- Glucosamine has long been used as a supplement to help ease the joint pain of arthritis, but new research suggests its anti-inflammatory properties might also lower heart disease risk. The finding stems from a lifestyle... (Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews)

20. Evaluation and Management of Septic Arthritis and Its Mimics Evaluation and Management of Septic Arthritis and Its Mimics

    Find out which conditions can mimic as septic arthritis, and learn how to diagnose and treat them.Western Journal of Emergency Medicine: Integrating Emergency Care with Population Health (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)