Arthritis News Archive

13-Aug-2008

 

Dietary Supplements for Osteoarthritis (ThirdAge)
Osteoarthritis (OA) is by far the most common form of arthritis. So common, in fact, that if you are over 40, there is a 90% chance you already show signs, though you probably don't know it. It's not until later in life that OA becomes one of the leading causes of chronic pain and disability.

It's time for her guide dog to retire (Bradenton Herald)
BRADENTON - He's got arthritis.

Beyond the Pill Bottle: Alternative Arthritis Therapies (Palatka Daily News)
(ARA) - Opening a pill bottle brings the promise of relief from pain for many people. But for 41 percent of the 46 million Americans diagnosed with arthritis, everyday activities - like opening their arthritis medication - can be very difficult.

Living Better With Rheumatoid Arthritis (New York Times)
Rheumatoid arthritis does not have to mean an end to the things you love.

See Live Election Results (NBC 30 Connecticut)
What is psoriatic arthritis and are you at risk? These top 10 questions will tell you if you?re at risk, and explain how to treat and manage this condition.

Volunteer opportunities (The Patriot-News)
The Arthritis Foundation is seeking volunteers to help plan the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis in December. Monthly meetings will be held at the chapter's office, 3544 N. Progress Ave., Suite 204, Susquehanna Twp. Information: Kelly, 763-0900 or kkulp@arthritis.

New treatment in the pipeline for leukaemia and rheumatoid arthritis (News-Medical-Net)
Australian scientists believe they are well on the way to developing a new treatment for leukaemia and inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and asthma.

Rheumatoid Arthritis (New York Times)
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a long-term disease that causes inflammation of the joints and surrounding tissues. It can also affect other organs.

Postmenopausal Women With Breast Cancer Face Joint Issues (HealthDay via Yahoo! News)
TUESDAY, Aug. 12 (HealthDay News) -- Postmenopausal women with breast cancer who are receiving endocrine treatment may be at increased risk of joint issues, including arthritis, a new study finds.

Aussie scientists in potential leukaemia breakthrough (Gulf Times)
SYDNEY: Australian scientists said yesterday they had mapped a blood cell structure which could hold the key to improved drug treatments for diseases such as leukaemia, asthma and rheumatoid arthritis.

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