rheumatoid arthritis
Why Do Some Viruses Trigger Autoimmune Disease?
Researchers are working to understand how a viral infection like chikungunya can cause persistent joint pain that ...
JULY 3, 2025
Chikungunya Fever Can Lead to RA
A significant proportion of patients with chikungunya fever develop rheumatoid arthritis following infection, ...
APRIL 1, 2025
Does the Gut Microbiome Affect RA?
Changes in the gut microbiome before rheumatoid arthritis develops could provide an opportunity to prevent RA, but ...
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Rheumatic Patients Should Schedule COVID-19 Vaccinations
New data suggest that patients taking disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs should continue to get vaccinated ...
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
COVID-19 Vaccine Guidelines Address Special Considerations for Rheumatology Patients
The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) recently released recommendations for vaccinating rheumatology patients ...
JUNE 30, 2021
Prevent Infections When Rheumatic Patients Undergo Hip and Knee Replacements
Periprosthetic joint infections are associated with high morbidity and mortality; perioperative management ...
JUNE 30, 2017
