Analysis Explores Efficacy of Combination Therapy in Preventing Progression of Rheumatoid Arthritis
No abstract available (Source: Lippincott's Bone and Joint Newsletter)
Source: Lippincott's Bone and Joint Newsletter - October 20, 2022 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: CME Article Source Type: news

JAK Inhibitors Show No Excess CV Safety Signal JAK Inhibitors Show No Excess CV Safety Signal
Compared with adalimumab, JAK inhibitors presented no higher risk for major adverse cardiovascular events or venous thromboembolism in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Cardiology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Cardiology Headlines - October 20, 2022 Category: Cardiology Tags: Rheumatology News Source Type: news

Johnson & Johnson Reports Q3 2022 Results
New Brunswick, N.J. (October 18, 2022) – Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) today announced results for third-quarter 2022. “Our third quarter performance demonstrates our continued strength and resilience across all three of our businesses,” said Joaquin Duato, Chief Executive Officer. “Through the ongoing efforts of our teams around the world, we continue to navigate the dynamic macroeconomic environment and remain focused on delivering transformative healthcare solutions. Looking ahead, I remain confident in our business and ability to continue advancing our innovative portfolio and pipeline.”OVERALL FINANCIAL ...
Source: Johnson and Johnson - October 18, 2022 Category: Pharmaceuticals Tags: Financial Source Type: news

[Ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR] Roche records solid results for the first nine months of 2022
Group salesup 2%[1] at constant exchange rates (CER) and 1% in Swiss francs; as expected, significantly lower COVID-19-related sales in both divisions in the third quarterSales in the Pharmaceuticals Divisionat the previous year ’s level with significantly lower sales of COVID-19-related products (Ronapreve and Actemra/RoActemra) and losses to biosimilars, offset by strong growth of newer medicinesSales in the Diagnostics Divisionrise 6%; base business remains strong; as expected, demand for COVID-19 tests sharply down in third quarterHighlights in the third quarter:EU approval forVabysmo (severe eye diseases)US approval...
Source: Roche Investor Update - October 18, 2022 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news

[Ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR] Roche records solid results for the first nine months of 2022
Basel, 18 October 2022Group salesup 2%1 at constant exchange rates (CER) and 1% in Swiss francs; as expected, significantly lower COVID-19-related sales in both divisions in the third quarterSales in the Pharmaceuticals Divisionat the previous year ’s level with significantly lower sales of COVID-19-related products (Ronapreve and Actemra/RoActemra) and losses to biosimilars, offset by strong growth of newer medicinesSales in the Diagnostics Divisionrise 6%; base business remains strong; as expected, demand for COVID-19 tests sharply down in third quarterHighlights in the third quarter:EU approval forVabysmo (severe eye ...
Source: Roche Media News - October 18, 2022 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news

Cytomegalovirus is a Risk Factor for VTE in ANCA Vasculitis Cytomegalovirus is a Risk Factor for VTE in ANCA Vasculitis
Past exposure to cytomegalovirus has been identified as a risk factor for VTE development in patients with ANCA-associated vasculitis.Arthritis Research & Therapy (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - October 18, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Rheumatology Journal Article Source Type: news

Notes From Underground: Miners Face Increased Risk of Rheumatoid Arthritis
(MedPage Today) -- Add "hard rock" mining to the list of occupations associated with high rates of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a new study indicated, with silica exposure the presumed malefactor. Based on survey data from men ages 50 and older... (Source: MedPage Today Public Health)
Source: MedPage Today Public Health - October 17, 2022 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Should You Stay or Go? When to Change Treatments
Advice from rheumatologists for changing psoriatic arthritis medications, including side effects, symptoms, and insurance coverage. (Source: WebMD Health)
Source: WebMD Health - October 14, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Turmeric may help reduce arthritis pain – 'More effective than placebo for knee pain'
Arthritis is a chronic condition which can cause pain in every area of the body, but sometimes changes in diet could relieve the symptoms. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - October 14, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Study: Patient Reports Can Substitute for Objective Measures in RA Evaluation
(MedPage Today) -- A model incorporating rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients' self-reports matched conventional physician-led evaluations of disease activity to an acceptable degree, researchers said. "Machine learning" applied to data collected... (Source: MedPage Today Rheumatology)
Source: MedPage Today Rheumatology - October 13, 2022 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: news

MTX to Increase Response in Gout Receiving Pegloticase MTX to Increase Response in Gout Receiving Pegloticase
Might the addition of methotrexate help increase pegloticase treatment response in patients with uncontrolled gout?Arthritis Research & Therapy (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - October 11, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Rheumatology Journal Article Source Type: news

Vegetables could help alleviate symptoms of arthritis - but which ones are best?
Arthritis can cause painful symptoms for many, and diet can play a key role in alleviating symptoms. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - October 11, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Mayo Clinic expert offers tips on how to keep joints healthy as you age
World Arthritis Day is Oct. 12 ROCHESTER, Minn. — For joints to work well, they need cartilage, a slippery tissue that covers the ends of bones, acts like a shock absorber, and helps joints move smoothly. Joaquin Sanchez-Sotelo, M.D., Ph.D., a Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon, says many people lose cartilage as they age, but it does not mean that joint replacement is inevitable. Here are some tips for keeping joints healthy. Cartilage degenerates for various… (Source: Mayo Clinic Minnesota News)
Source: Mayo Clinic Minnesota News - October 11, 2022 Category: Hospital Management Source Type: news

PsA Guidelines Need Improvement on Conflicts of Interest PsA Guidelines Need Improvement on Conflicts of Interest
Many authors of psoriatic arthritis guidelines from the American College of Rheumatology and the Japanese Dermatological Society have undisclosed financial conflicts of interest.MDedge News (Source: Medscape Dermatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Dermatology Headlines - October 10, 2022 Category: Dermatology Tags: Rheumatology News Source Type: news

Why Some Psoriatic Disease Symptoms Are Unreported
Why do symptoms of psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and psoriatic disease get missed? Find out from a psoriatic disease advocate. (Source: WebMD Health)
Source: WebMD Health - October 10, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news