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Connect with Your Members of Congress in August

From the College | July 6, 2023

Legislators head home to their districts in August, providing a chance for you to engage them in personal conversations about healthcare policies and how their work affects rheumatology practices and patients.

Mind the Gap: Working to Reduce Healthcare Disparities in Pediatric Rheumatology

Jason Liebowitz, MD, FACR | June 27, 2023

How do healthcare providers enable positive outcomes for their pediatric patients while also addressing the disparities in care between patients of different ethnicities, gender and socioeconomic backgrounds? Experts addressed how changes in research and clinical care can improve outcomes for children experiencing healthcare disparities during a session at the 2023 Pediatric Rheumatology Symposium.

Healthcare Insiders Warn of New Technologies’ Impacts on Patient Care

Ryan Basen | June 20, 2023

Patient advocates, researcher-clinicians and academic leaders are calling for closer scrutiny of new technologies applied within healthcare, citing concerns about a lack of consideration for how they may affect patient care.

FDA Issues Updated Prescribing Information for Opioids & Over-the-Counter Naloxone

Michele B. Kaufman, PharmD, BCGP | June 13, 2023

New prescribing guidance has been issued by the FDA for immediate-release and extended-release/long-acting opioids for pain management. The agency also announced multiple label updates, which include changes to the Boxed Warnings.

What’s Next for Telehealth after the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency?

Emily A. Johnson, JD | June 10, 2023

Do you remember where you were when the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) was declared on Jan. 31, 2020? While it may seem like yesterday, you would be forgiven for not recalling your exact location over three years ago during what felt like an incredible whirlwind for the healthcare industry. One possible location you may…

Thick Skin & Solid Research: Necessary Ingredients for Publishing Success

Vanessa Caceres | June 1, 2023

Scientific publishing requires a commitment to clear writing, concise narratives and a willingness to accept feedback. Daniel Solomon, MD, editor-in-chief of Arthritis & Rheumatology, provides insights into his experiences.

New Study Probes Hydroxychloroquine Adherence During Pregnancy

Antonia Chan & Julia F. Simard, ScD | May 11, 2023

Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) is nearly universally recommended for pregnant patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) to reduce lupus disease activity and adverse outcomes in pregnancy.1-3 Yet despite strong evidence supporting its benefits, HCQ appears underutilized, with several studies suggesting fewer than half of all women with lupus take this medication during pregnancy.4 How accurately these results…

Integration of Complementary & Conventional Care for Patients with Musculoskeletal Disorders

Vanessa Caceres | May 8, 2023

Studies related to acupuncture and tai chi show some benefits for patients with musculoskeletal disorders, such as fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis. When patients ask about these integrative health approaches, rheumatologists should recommend they use qualified, experienced practitioners.

Help Your Legislators Understand the Ins & Outs of Patient Care

Christina Downey, MD | April 25, 2023

With an influx of new faces in the 118th Congress, Government Affairs Committee Chair Christina Downey, MD, notes that now is a great time to establish a relationship with your member of Congress and help them understand the day-to-day of what it takes to take care of patients.

Value-Based Care Continues to Evolve in Rheumatology

Vanessa Caceres | April 24, 2023

Value-based care in rheumatology continues to evolve, and rheumatologists can stay active with advocacy efforts behind value-based care and other government relations initiatives.