Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shortages of medicines including abatacept affect people with arthritis
Medicine shortages are increasingly common around the world due to fragile chains of imports from Asia, inflation and global instability. The problem impacts hundreds of medicines in the UK, some of which are used by people with rheumatoid arthritis and juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Continue reading
Plant compound berberine may have future role in autoimmune disease treatment
Berberine, a natural compound already used in traditional Chinese medicine, may have some benefits for people with autoimmune disease, says a new review of the evidence. Continue reading
Common plant chemical – flavonoids – lower rheumatoid arthritis risk
A high intake of a chemical found naturally in plants is associated with reduced risk of rheumatoid arthritis in a new study. Continue reading
Small study highlights yoga’s huge potential for people with rheumatoid arthritis
People with rheumatoid arthritis could enjoy far-reaching benefits if they take up yoga, says new research in Rheumatology International. Continue reading
Laughter is the best medicine…
Intravenous drug treatment could become a little less stressful after a new study reveals watching comedy films can lighten the mood (and decrease pain levels). Continue reading
