Rheumatology
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Osteoporosis Drug Denosumab May Confer Lower Risk for Diabetes
The lower risk for diabetes associated with continued denosumab use in older adults added new evidence to consider when choosing an osteoporosis...
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Study Evaluates Factors Driving Fatigue in Patients With Psoriasis, PsA
The study “highlights the importance of a symptom-based approach when treating psoriasis, ” the authors wrote.
Opinion
Unexpectedly Helpful Effects of Drugs Used For Other Reasons
Instead of negative interactions, some drugs have beneficial effects in areas other than their indicated use.
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Gout Increases the Risk for a Wide Range of Cardiovascular Diseases
This association was more pronounced in women than in men, and gout amplified the risk for CVD in younger individuals to a greater extent.
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA Approves 10th Humira Biosimilar, With Interchangeability
Adalimumab-ryvk (Simlandi) is the first adalimumab biosimilar in a high-concentration formulation to receive interchangeability status from the...
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‘Deep Phenotyping’ Identifies Abnormalities in ME/CFS
Underlying pathophysiology shows autonomic, immune, and metabolic dysfunction.
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Mixing Paxlovid With Specific Immunosuppressants Risks Serious Adverse Reactions
The EMA has warned that Paxlovid should only be administered alongside tacrolimus, ciclosporin, everolimus, or sirolimus if their blood levels can...
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Preventing Gout Flares and Hospitalizations Means Targeting These Serum Urate Levels
The findings “support the value of target serum urate levels in gout flare prevention in primary care, where most gout patients are treated.”
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New Findings on Vitamin D, Omega-3 Supplements for Preventing Autoimmune Diseases
Omega-3 fatty acid supplements prevented autoimmune diseases for 2 years after cessation, but vitamin D’s effects tapered off, suggesting that...
News from the FDA/CDC
Vibrating Belt Receives Approval to Help Women With Osteopenia Keep Bone Strength
The device was the first approved nonpharmacologic treatment for postmenopausal women with low bone density. It has not been tested for ability to...