Inborn errors of immunity may not always be easy to recognize, but rheumatologists should look out for them. Dr. Bharat Kumar shares his insights.
Nipocalimab Receives Breakthrough Therapy Status for Sjögren’s Disease
Nipocalimab, an investigational monoclonal antibody that blocks FcRn and reduces levels of circulating immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibodies, has received the FDA’s breakthrough therapy designation for the treatment of Sjögren’s disease.
Advocates for Arthritis 2025: United for the Future of Rheumatology Care
In visits to Congress members and staff, more than 120 ACR/ARP members and patients urged action to improve patient access to quality treatment. The meetings included discussions about the importance of research funding, ensuring adequate Medicare reimbursement, protecting Medicaid, and making PBMs more transparent and accountable. It’s not too late to amplify their message.
ACR Leaders Discuss Rheumatology Medications at Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Town Hall
On April 30, Rebecca Shepherd, MD, MBA, and Amanda Myers, MD, represented rheumatology in a live town hall on the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program, describing the benefits of apremilast and nintedanib for patients with rheumatic disease.
Can Stem Cell Transplantation Improve Survival Rates in Patients with Systemic Sclerosis?
Autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (AHSCT) may improve the survival rate of patients with diffuse cutaneous systemic sclerosis (SSc), according to Georges et al. The single-arm clinical trial demonstrated the effectiveness of AHSCT and maintenance therapy. Researchers also identified potential risk factor of AHSCT in patients with low eGFR before transplantation.
Advocates for Arthritis 2025: Preview of Key Issues
When ACR volunteer leaders, members and patient advocates head to Capitol Hill in May, they will urge members of Congress to protect Medicare and Medicaid against cuts, restore research funding and reform pharmacy benefit managers for better transparency and accountability.
RheumPAC Matching Campaign Now Underway
The annual matching campaign will run through May, coinciding with the ACR’s Advocates for Arthritis event. If you have not made your 2025 donation yet, now is the best time to invest for the largest impact.
Colin Edgerton, MD, Testifies in Congressional Hearing on Biosimilars
In front of the U.S. House Ways and Means Subcommittee, Dr. Edgerton described how challenges of biosimilar costs threaten patient care and outlined several potential legislative solutions.
Calling Rheumatologist Leaders: AMA House of Delegates Opportunity
The ACR’s delegation to the American Medical Association House of Delegates is seeking ACR members who may be interested in serving as representatives to the Young Physician Section.
ACR Community Practice Council Becomes Independent Practice Subcommittee
The Community Practice Council has been renamed the Independent Practice Subcommittee and now operates as a subcommittee of the Committee on Rheumatologic Care. The group will continue its mission with an enhanced platform and visibility within the College’s governance framework.
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