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Immune system discovery may lead to new models for diagnosing inflammatory diseases

A unique discovery about the nature of neutrophils -- the most numerous white blood cells in the body -- may lead to new models for diagnosing and tracking inflammatory diseases such as cancer and osteoarthritis.

30 May 2019

Newly identified internal regulator helps control body's response to fight infection

Scientists have identified a new internal regulator which helps control the body's response to fight infection.

30 May 2019

Scientists move a step closer to developing targeted therapies for inflammatory diseases

Pioneering research by scientists at the Universities of Oxford and Birmingham published today in Nature brings us a step closer to developing targeted therapies for inflammatory diseases.

30 May 2019

Synthetic CBD alternative effectively treats seizures in rats

A synthetic, non-intoxicating analogue of cannabidiol is effective in treating seizures in rats, according to research by chemists at the University of California, Davis.

28 May 2019

Epigenetic research provides new approaches to cancer combination therapies

Epigenetic processes enable cells to respond to changes in their environment by regulating the activity of their genes.

28 May 2019

Cell scientist receives $1.9 million NIH grant to study muscle regeneration

As people age, their muscle regeneration capacity declines in part because they can no longer make enough muscle stem cells to replace damaged tissue.

24 May 2019

Important differences found in characteristics, progression of lupus among racial/ethnic groups

In the first epidemiologic study comparing lupus among four major racial/ethnic groups, researchers found that, following a lupus diagnosis, Blacks, Asians/Pacific Islanders, and Hispanics are at increased risk of developing problems related to the kidneys, the neurological system, and the blood.

23 May 2019

New study shows how a kidney biopsy can be used to tailor treatment for lupus patients

The kidneys of patients living with systemic lupus erythematosus are often under assault, and not all those living with the disease will respond to standard treatment.

21 May 2019

Patients with sleep apnea have higher risk of postoperative cardiovascular complications

According to a new study published today in The Journal of the American Medical Association, patients who have severe obstructive sleep apnea have a significantly higher risk of complications related to their heart in the first 30 days after major surgery.

14 May 2019

Researchers identify new molecular mechanism causing rheumatoid arthritis

A collaborative study by research groups from the University of Cologne, VIB, Ghent University, the Βiomedical Sciences Research Center 'Alexander Fleming' in Athens and the University of Tokyo identified a new molecular mechanism causing rheumatoid arthritis.

14 May 2019

Disease transmissible from dogs to humans shows up in Iowa

A commercial dog breeding centre in Marion County, Iowa has been the originating point for several cases of canine brucellosis says the state veterinarian, Dr. Jeff Kaisand. The disease is transmissible from dogs to humans say experts.

13 May 2019

New computational framework reveals impact of arthritis drugs on gene expression

A new computational framework has revealed key differences between four rheumatoid arthritis medications and their impact on biological pathways in mice.

10 May 2019

HSS researchers provide better understanding of the cellular mechanisms driving rheumatoid arthritis

Newly identified subsets of cell types present in joint tissue in people with rheumatoid arthritis and how they interact may explain why only some people respond to existing medications, according to two studies by co-senior author Laura Donlin, PhD, Co-Director of the Derfner Foundation Precision Medicine Laboratory at Hospital for Special Surgery and collaborating colleagues.

10 May 2019

Adverse childhood experiences associated with worse lupus symptoms

Adverse childhood experiences encompass traumas such as abuse, neglect, and household challenges.

9 May 2019

Adverse childhood experiences may contribute to poor health in adults with lupus

Adults with lupus who report having had adverse childhood experiences, such as abuse, neglect and household challenges, report higher disease activity, depression and poorer overall health compared to those without such experiences, according to a study by researchers at UC San Francisco.

9 May 2019

Researchers study the impact of and treatment for aggrecan deficiency

On Sunday, April 28, a team of researchers received the 2019 Human Growth Award at the Pediatric Endocrine Society's Annual Meeting for their abstract, entitled "Clinical Characterization and Trial of Growth Hormone in Patients with Aggrecan Deficiency: 6 Month Data," and presented this at the PES Presidential Poster Session.

8 May 2019

Drug industry patents go under Senate Judiciary Committee’s microscope

Congress isn't making much headway in finding a solution to the problem of soaring prescription drug prices, but lawmakers from both parties are tinkering on the edges with legislation that aims to increase competition among drugmakers.

8 May 2019

Long-standing immunosuppressive drug reduces Zika birth defects in mice

In experiments with pregnant mice infected with the Zika virus, Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers report they have successfully used a long-standing immunosuppressive drug to diminish the rate of fetal deaths and birth defects in the mice's offspring.

From Johns Hopkins Medicine 7 May 2019

Skin-related stem cells could be used to regenerate vital part of the nervous system

Neurodegenerative diseases like multiple sclerosis affect millions of people worldwide and occur when parts of the nervous system lose function over time.

7 May 2019

Finding potential treatments for autoimmune diseases

More than 50 million Americans are affected by an autoimmune disease, with women at an increased risk for developing one.

7 May 2019

Arthritis News and Research

Latest Arthritis News and Research

Immune system discovery may lead to new models for diagnosing inflammatory diseases

Newly identified internal regulator helps control body's response to fight infection

Scientists move a step closer to developing targeted therapies for inflammatory diseases

Synthetic CBD alternative effectively treats seizures in rats

Epigenetic research provides new approaches to cancer combination therapies

Cell scientist receives $1.9 million NIH grant to study muscle regeneration

Important differences found in characteristics, progression of lupus among racial/ethnic groups

New study shows how a kidney biopsy can be used to tailor treatment for lupus patients

Patients with sleep apnea have higher risk of postoperative cardiovascular complications

Researchers identify new molecular mechanism causing rheumatoid arthritis

Disease transmissible from dogs to humans shows up in Iowa

New computational framework reveals impact of arthritis drugs on gene expression

HSS researchers provide better understanding of the cellular mechanisms driving rheumatoid arthritis

Adverse childhood experiences associated with worse lupus symptoms

Adverse childhood experiences may contribute to poor health in adults with lupus

Researchers study the impact of and treatment for aggrecan deficiency

Drug industry patents go under Senate Judiciary Committee’s microscope

Long-standing immunosuppressive drug reduces Zika birth defects in mice

Skin-related stem cells could be used to regenerate vital part of the nervous system

Finding potential treatments for autoimmune diseases

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