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Climate change linked with increases in autoimmune diseases
The effects of climate change break down epithelial barriers, enabling pollutants and other materials to penetrate the body and trigger or exacerbate autoimmune diseases, according to a review published in Frontiers in Science.
Proposed biosimilar shows equivalence to golimumab in rheumatoid arthritis
A biosimilar for golimumab has demonstrated therapeutic equivalence in rheumatoid arthritis, with no clinically meaningful safety differences, according to a press release from the manufacturer.
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Tapering csDMARDs in RA remission fails to achieve non-inferiority vs. stable dose
Patients in rheumatoid arthritis remission who tapered off conventional synthetic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs had higher risks for flares, with two methods failing to reach non-inferiority vs. stable dosage, according to data.
Q&A: No ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach to diet in rheumatoid arthritis
Patients with rheumatoid arthritis may be able to tame their disease progression and inflammation by adopting elements of the Mediterranean diet such as lowering sugar intake and incorporating protein in the form of fish or plant-based sources.
Higher tofacitinib dose raises pulmonary embolism, VTE risks in rheumatoid arthritis
Patients receiving daily tofacitinib doses of 10 mg for rheumatoid arthritis demonstrate an increased risk for venous thromboembolism and pulmonary embolism, compared with those taking TNF inhibitors, according to data.
Amjevita leads Humira biosimilars in clinician comfort as rheumatologists remain wary
Only half of rheumatologists are “extremely comfortable” prescribing the Humira biosimilar Amjevita, while just 16% can say the same for all other adalimumab biosimilars combined, according to a market analysis from Spherix Global Insights.
Lupus, systemic sclerosis more than double risk for some adverse pregnancy outcomes
Patients with immune-mediated diseases have higher rates of adverse pregnancy outcomes such as preeclampsia and pre-term delivery, with lupus and systemic sclerosis conferring the largest risks, according to data published in Rheumatology.
First-trimester hydroxychloroquine use adds no significant risk for birth defects
Hydroxychloroquine use for systemic lupus erythematosus or rheumatoid arthritis in the first trimester of pregnancy does not significantly increase the risk for major congenital malformations, according to data published in Rheumatology.
Ancient skeleton with RA may suggest ‘we’ve been dealing with these diseases forever’
Archaeologists in Egypt recently discovered evidence of an ancient case of rheumatoid arthritis, potentially filling in the timeline of humanity’s relationship with autoimmune disease.
Risk for post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 down among patients with SARDs
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a “significant decrease” in the risk for post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 among patients with rheumatic diseases, according to data published in The Journal of Rheumatology.
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Burnout, withdrawal remain ‘alarmingly high’ among physicians and residents
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Over one-third of adults not planning on receiving recommended vaccines this fall
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Popular home BP devices unable to provide accurate readings for millions due to sizing
September 19, 20242 min read