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·July 12, 2021·6 min read

A Fermented-Food Diet Increases Microbiome Diversity and Lowers Inflammation

A diet rich in fermented foods, such as yogurt and kimchi, can help to improve gut microbiome diversity and reduce symptoms of chronic inflammation, a new study reports.

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·September 16, 2019·5 min read

A new approach for treating inflammation

Targeting the miR-199, a microRNA which reduces the migration of neutrophils could potentially reduce inflammation without compromising the immune system.

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·May 22, 2022·3 min read

ATP From Sensory Neuron-Interneuron Crosstalk Is Key to Spreading Inflammation in Rheumatoid Arthritis

In rheumatoid arthritis, inflammation in one joint is transmitted to other joints via the sensory neuron connections in the spinal cord, leading to inflammation in the other joints. Inflammation in one joint led to an increase in ATP in other joints, which triggered an increase of a signaling molecule that resulted in inflammation. Blocking the pathway reduced the spread of inflammation.

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·February 25, 2017·5 min read

Clues to Relationship Between Schizophrenia and Rheumatoid Arthritis

Researchers discover 8 genes that could explain the inverse relationship between RA and schizophrenia.

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·October 21, 2022·3 min read

Gender-Specific Differences in the Progression of Rheumatoid Arthritis Discovered

Study reveals gender-specific differences in the dopamine-regulated signaling pathways in B-cells, concluding dopamine may have a pro-inflammatory effect in female rheumatoid arthritis patients.

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·May 11, 2016·6 min read

Genetic Variants Could Place Some Soldiers at Greater Risk of PTSD

Following a massive analysis of DNA samples from military personnel, researchers have identified two statistically significant genetic variants that could be associated with an increased risk for developing PTSD.

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·May 31, 2019·5 min read

Gut bacteria’s connections to human health and disease

Study goes beyond evaluating the organisms in the microbiome, looking at the functions different bacteria may be performing.

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·June 18, 2018·4 min read

How the Brain Plays a Role in Rheumatoid Arthritis

Peripheral inflammation is associated with brain connectivity and structure in those with rheumatoid arthritis, a new study reports.

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·June 4, 2022·2 min read

Increased Risk of Dementia and Depression in Rheumatoid Arthritis

People suffering from rheumatoid arthritis are 1.2 times more likely to develop depression. Additionally, the risk of developing dementia increased by 2-3% every 5 years following a diagnosis of RA.

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·June 30, 2018·3 min read

Link Between Autoimmune Disorder and Psychosis Confirmed

A new study confirms a link between a number of autoimmune diseases and an increased risk of developing psychosis.

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·May 15, 2018·4 min read

Link Between Huntington’s Disease and Rheumatoid Arthritis Discovered

Researchers have identified a genetic overlap between rheumatoid arthritis and Huntington's disease. The findings could open the door to developing new therapeutic targets and medications to combat both conditions.