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May 23, 2007 |
Abstract |
Sleep disruption frequency in rheumatoid arthritis: Perceived stress predicts poor outcome over one year
Multiple-factor tracking study concluded self-reported frequency of sleep disruption among people with rheumatoid arthritis related to a single factor - perceived stress. |
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May 23, 2007 |
Abstract |
Projected state-specific increases in self-reported doctor-diagnosed arthritis and arthritis-attributable activity limitations - United States, 2005-2030
State-by-state CDC projections indicate 16% average increase by 2030 in number of arthritis & other rheumatic conditions - totaling nearly 67 million U.S. adults. |
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Mar 29, 2006 |
Abstract |
Abstract: Lower Plasma Vitamin E Levels Are Associated With the Frailty Syndrome: The InCHIANTI Study
We tested the hypothesis that, independent of confounders, low plasma levels of vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol), the main fat-soluble human antioxidant, are associated with the frailty syndrome in older persons free from dementia and disability. |
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Jan 30, 2006 |
Article |
Study of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Demonstrates Benefit for Osteoarthritis Patients
The Glucosamine/chondroitin Arthritis Intervention Trial (GAIT) sponsored by the NIH adds to a growing body of scientific evidence showing that the two supplements can safely alleviate pain from osteoarthritis, a chronic condition known as the "wear-and-tear" kind of arthritis that afflicts 21 million Americans each year. |
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Jan 03, 2006 |
Article |
New Evidence to Support Combination Therapy for Achieving Remission of Early Rheumatoid Arthritis
Two-year study of patients with early, aggressive disease demonstrates significantly superior results of anti-TNF plus DMARD therapy over either therapy alone. |
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Nov 17, 2005 |
Article,DrugNews |
Research: Actemra Monotherapy Significantly Slows Down Damage to Joints in Patients with Early Aggressive RA
Roche announced the results of the first Phase III study in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) conducted by Chugai in Japan, which were presented at the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) Annual Scientific Meeting in San Diego, USA. These data conclude for the first time that Actemra in monotherapy shows superiority to conventional disease modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) in inhibiting radiographic progression of joint destruction. |
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Nov 14, 2005 |
Article |
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, Arthritis Foundation introduce pediatric rheumatic diseases CD-ROM
NIAMS, Arthritis Foundation Introduce Pediatric Rheumatic Diseases CD-ROM The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseaseas (NIAMS), a part of the National Institutes of Health, in partnership with the Arthritis Foundation, announces the launch of the Pediatric Rheumatic Diseases CD-ROM and Other Related Information for You and Your Patients, a comprehensive and cost-effective educational and informational tool for doctors and other health professionals who treat children with pediatric rheumatic diseases and related conditions. |
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Jun 28, 2005 |
Article |
The Impact of Weight Loss on Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Losing a pound results in a 4-pound reduction in knee-joint load for each step, suggests study of overweight and obese patients
The leading cause of disability in the United States, osteoarthritis (OA) is a complex, degenerative joint disease with several established risk factors. |
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Jun 15, 2005 |
Article |
Arthritis of the Spine Often Overlooked in Children
When kids or teens experience aching joints and stiffness it may be more than growing pains. |
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Apr 25, 2005 |
Article |
Exercise Keeps Arthritis disability At Bay
Staying independent with age may hinge on staying fit. According to a new study, individuals with arthritis who avoid exercise double their risk of being unable to perform such everyday tasks as dressing, bathing and cooking in their "golden years." |
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