Research from Ellingwood et al. examines how often patients diagnosed with early RA experience episodic joint inflammation and describes characteristics that may result in RA development.
Diet, Microbes & Inflammation: Unique Microbial Genetic Strains in Inflammatory Disease, Plus a Possible Arthritis Diet
Experts at ACR Convergence 2020 addressed how diet & the body’s microbiome affect chronic diseases.
Thank You to Our 2020 Authors
The editors of The Rheumatologist would like to thank all of the rheumatologists, rheumatology professionals and professional writers who took the time and effort in an unprecedented pandemic year to ensure we could continue to bring you the important clinical guidelines, case reports, current research, COVID-19 coverage and so much more. This publication would not…
Wisconsin Rheumatology Association Targets Rural Workforce Shortages, Advocacy Needs
Now in its 16th year, the Wisconsin Rheumatology Association engages and supports rheumatology professionals through advocacy sessions, annual meetings and continuing medical education-accredited events.
Modern Treatment Tied to Low Disease Activity in Pregnant RA Patients
(Reuters Health)—Many pregnant women with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) may achieve low disease activity in the third trimester with a modern treatment regimen that includes anti-tumor necrosis factor (TNF) medications, a recent study suggests. Researchers examined data on 309 patients with RA who were pregnant or trying to conceive and who were treated with modern treat-to-target…
Race Matters in COVID-19 Outcomes for Patients with Rheumatic Disease
COVID-19-related deaths are significantly higher in communities with higher proportions of Black, Latinx, Asian American or other racial/ethnic minorities.
Reassuring Data on Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors in Autoimmune Disease
NEW YORK (Reuters Health)—Patients with preexisting autoimmune disease (AIDs) are not at increased risk for immune-related adverse events from immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI) therapy, although these adverse events may be more likely in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), new research indicates. “Therefore, we encourage physicians not to withhold ICI in most common AIDs. However,…
CDC-Funded RISE Project Aims to Improve Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Patient Outcomes
In September 2020, the ACR received a $7 million grant for a four-pronged SLE approach that seeks to address gaps and inequities in SLE through physician education, medical school outreach, pediatric support and disease management.
The ACR Addresses Vaccine Challenges
An ACR COVID-19 Vaccine task force examined vaccine data and literature to evaluate COVID-19 vaccine safety, efficacy and interaction with medications for patients with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases, and to craft a living guidance document for members.
What Happens When Patients Have Access to Their Clinician’s Notes?
Navigating the healthcare system and its processes can seem overwhelming to patients. If patients understand why their clinician recommended something, know how and when to take medications, and why they shouldn’t skip a dose—or 10—they may not feel so out of control. Sharing examination notes with patients can be helpful to many patients who struggle…
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