In a panel discussion at ACR Convergence 2025, three experts provided insight into how mentorship, personal values and more helped them develop the skills and habits necessary to become a master clinician.
Fibrinogen-like protein-1 (FGL-1) may play a key role in the onset of autoimmunity by suppressing T cell activation in primary Sjögren disease, according to findings from Otsuka et al. Their study, which examined the influence of interorgan communication on disease pathogenesis in mice models and patients with primary Sjögren disease, may help facilitate novel diagnostic or therapeutic strategies targeting immune checkpoint molecules in autoimmune diseases.
The ACR honors excellence in rheumatology. Meet the 2025 Awards of Distinction recipients, ACR Masters & Distinguished Fellows recognized at ACR Convergence 2025.
The Association for Rheumatology Professionals (ARP) celebrates 60 years & the Rheumatology Research Foundation marks 40 years of advancing patient care & research.
Pediatric rheumatologic diseases are characterized by high rates of anxiety & depression known to impact health-related outcomes. CARRA and the ACR developed guidance statements to assess & manage mental health concerns for youths in pediatric rheumatology practice.
All vaccines recommended by the CDC’s ACIP as of Sept. 1, 2025—including updated COVID-19 and influenza shots—will be covered by health plans with no cost sharing for patients through the end of 2026.