Rheumatoid Arthritis
Vitamin D and fish oil supplements reduce risk of autoimmune disease
Taking daily vitamin D supplements – or both vitamin D and fish oil supplements – appears to carry a lower risk of developing autoimmune disease, says exciting new research in the British Medical Journal.
Cheek swab could predict rheumatoid arthritis susceptibility
New biomarkers for rheumatoid arthritis found in a cheek swab could pave the way to diagnose and begin treatment before the inflammatory disease develops, according to a study published in Scientific Reports.
Continue reading High humidity may aggravate rheumatoid arthritis – new research
Humid weather conditions could make arthritis symptoms worse, experts reveal in a study that deepens the understanding of the relationship between the weather and arthritis symptoms.
Continue reading Is a vaccine for autoimmune disease on the horizon?
A major breakthrough in the study of autoimmune diseases – in the form of an experimental vaccine that prevents rheumatoid arthritis – is reported in a leading academic journal.
Rheumatoid arthritis occurs when the body’s immune system attacks and breaks down healthy tissue – usually the lining of joints in the hands, wrists, ankles and knees. It affects as many as 1% of the global population, there is no cure and we don’t know exactly what brings it on.
Biologics can finally be given to some people with moderate rheumatoid arthritis
For the first time, biologics have been recommended for the treatment of some people with moderate rheumatoid arthritis in draft guidance from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE).
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