Understanding Vaccine RecommendationsEvery year, vaccines help save millions of lives. Vaccines work with our body’s natural defenses to create an immune response to a...reactionscomments
Clinical Trial ParticipationEvery clinical trial is designed to look at a specific population, so each participant is required to have certain traits (eligibility criteria)...reactionscomments
When Steroids Are No Longer EnoughLiving with polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) often feels like a balancing act. Many people with PMR start their journey with steroids like prednisone...reactionscomments
Differentiating Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) From Elderly-Onset Rheumatoid Arthritis (EORA)Joint pain is a very common part of aging. You may feel sudden stiffness in your shoulders and hips after a night’s...reactionscomments
Mastering the Self-Injection: Autonomy and Confidence in Your TreatmentLiving with polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is a journey. Many people with PMR take daily steroids to manage their condition. However, for some...reactionscomments
Understanding Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is a common inflammatory condition that causes joint and muscle pain and stiffness in the body. Most people who...reactionscomments
Rheumatoid Arthritis and Heart HealthI would like to draw awareness to the cardiovascular risks that people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can experience. These can range from increased...reactions4comments
How I Have Used VECTRA Testing to Guide RA Diagnosis and TreatmentWhat happens when I have a strong suspicion of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) but the 2 traditional lab markers (rheumatoid factor and anti-CCP...reactions23comments
New Humira Biosimilars for RA Treatment in 2023Humira® (adalimumab) is a treatment for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and other autoimmune diseases. Humira is created using live cells to make a...reactionscomments
What Is Shingles?Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a common viral infection that affects about 1 out of every 3 people in the...reactionscomments
What Is the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) Diet?Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) occurs when your immune system attacks joints, cartilage, and other body parts. Experts do not know what causes this...reactions5comments
Is It Safe to Drink Alcohol If You Have RA?Some environment and lifestyle factors can make rheumatoid arthritis (RA) symptoms and progression worse. One of the most well known is smoking...reactions6comments
What Is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)?Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that can form in a deep vein. It usually occurs in the legs but...reactions3comments
How Circadian Rhythms Influence Autoimmune DiseaseCircadian rhythms are 24-hour patterns generated by people's internal body clocks. These patterns respond to the environment, so they can change. Your...reactionscomments
Postherpetic Neuralgia Is a Real PainPostherpetic neuralgia (PHN) is one of the most common complications of shingles. Nearly 20 percent of people who get shingles will develop...reactions8comments
What Is an Ablation for AFib?Atrial fibrillation (Afib) is an irregular heart rhythm caused by random electrical activity. During Afib, the heart’s upper chambers beat too fast...reactionscomments
The Connection Between Chronic Health Conditions and ShinglesThe two most common risk factors for developing shingles are older age and having a chronic health condition that impacts your immune...reactions7comments
What is the Most Common Symptom of Peripheral Artery Disease?When a person has peripheral artery disease (PAD), it means their limbs are not getting enough blood flow. This results from their...reactions4comments
Methotrexate AccessMethotrexate is a common drug prescribed to people with inflammatory forms of arthritis and other autoimmune diseases. In an autoimmune disease, a...reactions1comment
COVID-19 Vaccinations For People With Autoimmune ConditionsUpdate: As of August 13, 2021, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) now recommends an additional dose of the mRNA...reactions11comments
