September 28, 2011: TNF Treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis Boosts Skin Cancer Risk
But review also finds the drugs don't heighten risks for other cancers

August 17, 2011: Inflammation From Rheumatoid Arthritis Tied to Heart Disease
But treating both inflammation, factors contributing to heart disease can lower risk, study shows

June 21, 2011: Some Drugs for Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriasis May Cut Diabetes Risk
Researchers suspect certain medications lower inflammation, insulin resistance

April 28, 2011: Study Highlights Arthritis' Toll on Quality of Life
People with the painful condition are less active and suffer more 'unhealthy days' each month

February 09, 2011: Many Breakthrough Drugs Come From Publicly Funded Research: Study
U.S. tax dollars contributing to more major new meds than previously thought, researchers say

February 01, 2011: Too Few Get Needed Rheumatoid Arthritis Drugs: Study
Medications that slow disease's progression aren't prescribed enough, researchers say

December 23, 2010: Doctor Shortage Adds to Pain of Juvenile Arthritis
Specialists can be hard to find, but new treatment method has shown success, experts say

November 08, 2010: Rheumatoid Arthritis May Raise Risk of Blood Vessel Plaque
Certain medications seem to lessen or increase buildup, suggests study

September 08, 2010: Statins May Guard Against Rheumatoid Arthritis
Study showed only an association between the two, expert notes

June 17, 2010: Celebrex Appears Easier on Stomach for Arthritis Patients
Diclofenac plus proton pump inhibitor quadrupled risk of gastrointestinal damage, study found

April 28, 2010: Scientists Discover Substance That Causes Pain
Finding could lead to development of non-addictive painkillers, study suggests

April 06, 2010: Long-Term Methotrexate Won't Help Kids With Juvenile Arthritis
Using drug for up to a year did not affect relapse rate, study found

March 30, 2010: Hormone Replacement Might Relieve Arthritis
Researchers speculate that injections in joint fluid may be beneficial

October 29, 2009: Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment Doesn't Promote Cancer
No added risk among patients taking immunosuppressants, research shows

October 29, 2009: Better Drug Emerges for Steroid-Induced Bone Loss
Teriparatide outperforms alendronate for type of osteoporosis, study finds

October 20, 2009: Glucosamine Fails Osteoarthritis Test
Popular supplement doesn't prevent loss of cartilage in knee, study finds

August 19, 2009: Herb Shows Potential for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Study compares ancient remedy to modern drug, but not the most common, experts say

June 27, 2009: New Drug Shows Promise for Rheumatoid Arthriitis
Small, early study finds few long-term side effects

April 09, 2009: New Drug May Help Patients With Psoriatic Arthritis
Study shows golimumab improved physical function, eased symptoms

March 06, 2009: Hip Osteoarthritis Therapy No Better Than Placebo
FDA-approved injection for knees less effective in deep joint areas, study finds

February 17, 2009: Rheumatoid Arthritis Drugs Raise Shingles Risk
Older people and those also taking steroids are most vulnerable, study finds

February 12, 2009: Drug Reduces Inflammatory Arthritis Symptoms, Lesions
Ustekinumab effective for those who don't respond to current treatments, study finds

February 06, 2009: Prescription Chondroitin May Help Knee Osteoarthritis
European drug is not the same as supplement available in U.S., study says

October 28, 2008: Biologics Don't Raise Cancer Risk in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients
Review finds no connection between drugs that block tumor necrosis factor and malignancies

October 27, 2008: Etanercept, Methotrexate Safe for Juvenile RA
Review finds use, even in combo, an effective long-term treatment

September 29, 2008: Pain More a Cause of Arthritis Than a Symptom
Nerve cells may help spur inflammation, study shows

September 10, 2008: Surgery for Knee Osteoarthritis No Better Than Therapy, Meds
Study found results for both were same 2 years later

September 04, 2008: FDA Demands Tougher Warnings on Immunosuppressive Drugs
Officials want stronger labeling about fungal infection risk

August 01, 2008: Health Tip: Pain Reliever Side Effects
Know potential risks before you take them

July 30, 2008: Frankincense Provides Relief for Osteoarthritis
Enriched extract of Indian herbal remedy showed improved mobility in 7 days, study says

July 16, 2008: Drug Combo Improves Remission of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Those on methotrexate-etanercept therapy 3 times less likely to have to stop working

July 15, 2008: Drug May Ease Symptoms of Juvenile Arthritis
Flare-ups reduced, Italian study finds, but the trial methods are challenged

June 26, 2008: Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment Guidelines Updated
New rules called 'extensive' but not meant to crowd physicians' clinical judgment

June 18, 2008: FDA Panel Recommends Enbrel for Pediatric Patients
But experts also express concern about psoriasis drug's possible risks for children; action follows agency warning that drug label needs strengthening

June 11, 2008: Golimumab Eases Rheumatoid Arthritis Symptoms
Monthly shot plus weekly methotrexate even pushed some into remission, study says

June 04, 2008: FDA Starts Safety Review of Autoimmune Disorder Drugs
Reports of increased cancer risk among young users of TNF blockers prompts action