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Anti-inflammatories reduce heart disease risk in RA

Adding a tumour necrosis factor inhibitor (TNFi) or sulfasalazine plus hydroxychloroquine to methotrexate reduces heart disease risk in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), says a new study.

15 Jan 2023 , 1 Min Article

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MHRA approves secukinumab for paediatric arthritis

The drug will be used to treat two types of paediatric arthritic conditions

09 Nov 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Poor adherence in RA patients linked to lack of involvement in treatment

A survey links poor adherence among RA patients to a lack of involvement in treatment choices.

09 Dec 2021 , 1 Min Article

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Long term oral steroids increase risk of CVD

Taking steroids for long-term inflammatory diseases increases CVD risk.

29 Sep 2021 , 1 Min Article

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Biosimilars on the menu for moderate rheumatoid arthritis

NICE guidance previously recommended biologics only for severe RA.

23 Jul 2021 , 1 Min Article

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