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·October 4, 2021·3 min read

Experimental Vaccine Against Rheumatoid Arthritis Developed

A new protein-based vaccine shows promise for improving bone quality and preventing rheumatoid arthritis.

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·November 17, 2020·4 min read

Study Explores Sleep Apnea, Autoimmune Disease Link

Poor sleep and inadequate oxygen supply associated with obstructive sleep apnea appears to affect cytokines. This could explain the link between OSA and an increased risk of autoimmune disorders, such as rheumatoid arthritis.

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·May 26, 2019·6 min read

Autoimmune disease and stress: Is there a link?

Researchers consider why those with autoimmune diseases are more likely to have a previous diagnosis of stress-related disorders.

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·September 10, 2018·4 min read

Anger and Sadness May Cause Real Pain as Well as Being a Result of It

Exploring the relationship between emotion and pain in rheumatoid arthritis, researchers report emotions may function as a stressor, promoting inflammation and causing pain symptoms.

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·May 28, 2018·4 min read

No Link Between HPV Vaccine and Autoimmune Disorder Risk

Researchers report they have found no increased risk of autoimmune diseases in girls who received the HPV4 vaccine. The study adds to a growing body of evidence for the safety of the vaccine.