April 26, 2013: Women Who Smoke May Have Higher Risk for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Swedish study found how much and how long they smoked made a difference

April 04, 2013: Low Testosterone Linked to Later Arthritis in Study
Hormonal changes could influence disease severity, researchers say

March 25, 2013: Certain Lifestyle Factors Linked to Arthritis in Study Patients
Screening for smoking, obesity and diabetes may help identify those at greater risk for rheumatoid arthritis

March 15, 2013: Rheumatoid Arthritis Can Be Costly
Study looked at direct health care spending, worker productivity

March 06, 2013: Salty Diet Might Help Trigger MS, Rheumatoid Arthritis
Studies found it activated cells in the immune system, resulting in form of MS in rodents

March 05, 2013: Newer Rheumatoid Arthritis Drugs Don't Seem to Increase Risk of Shingles
But study finds that high doses of corticosteroids double the odds of developing painful skin disease

March 05, 2013: 5 Rheumatology Procedures You Might Not Need
Experts identify commonly ordered tests and treatments that are often expensive and unhelpful

February 05, 2013: Sunshine Linked to Lower Rheumatoid Arthritis Risk: Study
Women estimated to have more exposure to UV-B rays had decreased risk, researchers say

November 28, 2012: Certain Arthritis Patients Fare Worse After Joint Replacement: Study
Compared to osteoarthritis, those with rheumatoid disease had higher risk of infection, dislocation

November 26, 2012: DNA May Explain Why Women Have More Rheumatoid Arthritis
Finding might help lead to improved treatments for painful condition, researchers say

November 12, 2012: Study: Rheumatoid Arthritis Plus Depression May Be Deadly
Risk of mood-related mortality greater for men

November 12, 2012: Extra Pounds Linked to Rheumatoid Arthritis Risk in Women
Those who were overweight or obese were more likely to develop the painful disease, analysis showed

November 07, 2012: Xeljanz Approved for Rheumatoid Arthritis
For people who can't take methotrexate

November 02, 2012: Lupus May Be Linked to Serious Pregnancy Complication
This autoimmune disease appears to raise risk for preeclampsia

October 02, 2012: Rheumatoid Arthritis May Be Linked to More Blood Clots
But overall risk remains small, study finds

September 19, 2012: Health Tip: Living With Rheumatoid Arthritis
Don't neglect exercise

September 07, 2012: Elevated Antibody Levels May Predict Rheumatoid Arthritis Risk
Danish study followed people for nearly 30 years to see who developed condition

September 06, 2012: Newer Rheumatoid Arthritis Drugs Don't Raise Cancer Risk: Study
Large evidence review of 'biologics' included nearly 30,000 patients

August 20, 2012: Newer Psoriasis Drugs May Lower Heart Attack Risk for Patients
TNF blockers, other older treatments seemed to cut risk compared to topical meds in study

August 09, 2012: Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients May Have Higher Risk for Gum Disease
Small study also found disease was more severe, but cause and effect not proven

August 08, 2012: New Pill Might Relieve Severe Rheumatoid Arthritis
Studies suggest drug works but may have serious side effects

August 08, 2012: Study Compares Safety of 'Biologic' Meds for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Humira, Enbrel and Remicade pose similar death risk, making choice a bit easier for patients, experts say

July 11, 2012: Moderate Drinking May Cut Women's Odds for Rheumatoid Arthritis: Study
More than 3 weekly glasses of beer, wine or liquor halved risk of the autoimmune disease

July 10, 2012: No Dip in Cancer Screening for Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients
Preventive health care is essential for people with chronic diseases, study authors say

July 03, 2012: Shingles Vaccine Safe for Those With Autoimmune Diseases: Study
Study allays fears that the shot might raise shingles risk in people with psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis

June 08, 2012: Menopausal Age May Affect Rheumatoid Arthritis Severity
Study suggests possible hormonal link to autoimmune condition

June 06, 2012: Ultrasound May Detect Heart Disease Earlier in Arthritis Patients
Study suggests common diagnostic methods underestimate risk for those with rheumatoid arthritis

May 31, 2012: For Juvenile Arthritis, Pill May Work as Well as Needle
German study finds methotrexate given orally had similar effects as via injection

May 16, 2012: Dinosaurs May Have Suffered From Arthritis
A crooked jaw on a giant Pliosaurus looks a lot like human arthritis, researchers say

May 10, 2012: Strides Made in Diagnosing, Treating Lupus
New therapies are being developed for people with the autoimmune illness, experts say

May 04, 2012: Rising Obesity Rates Might Mean More Rheumatoid Arthritis
Researchers suggest weight gain precedes the painful condition

April 30, 2012: Anxiety, Depression Often Go Hand-in-Hand With Arthritis
Mental health screening, treatment could improve quality of life for these patients, report suggests

April 09, 2012: Gastro Woes Often Strike Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients
Complications can include ulcers, bleeding, study finds

April 05, 2012: Treat Rheumatoid Arthritis Early and Aggressively: Guidelines
Intensive treatment from outset can help preserve quality of life, rheumatologists' group says

March 28, 2012: Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Who Quit Statins May Face Raised Death Risk
Cardiovascular disease very common among these patients, experts note

March 09, 2012: Rheumatoid Arthritis May Raise Risk of Heart Rhythm Disorder
Atrial fibrillation is a common problem that increases the risk of stroke

February 16, 2012: Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis Linked to Fertility Woes, Miscarriage
Some women with these autoimmune disorders avoided pregnancy, study found

February 13, 2012: Higher Cancer Rate Seen in Children With Juvenile Arthritis
Researchers say fourfold increase might not be linked to treatment drugs

January 26, 2012: Too Many Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Inactive, Study Finds
Experts say exercise helps keep joints flexible, maintains function

January 17, 2012: More Known About Proteins That Cause Autoimmune Diseases
Researchers say 'autoantibodies' can cause lupus, diabetes, arthritis

December 20, 2011: Mindfulness Training May Help Arthritis Patients Cope
Small study found those who used it were less tired, stressed

December 08, 2011: Early Ovary Removal May Raise Arthritis, Osteoporosis Risk
Study showed nearly half of women under 45 who had procedure developed one or the other condition

November 28, 2011: Autoimmune Woes May Raise Risk for Lung Clots
Risks climbed for patients hospitalized for such conditions as rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's, study found

November 22, 2011: Health Tip: Rheumatoid Arthritis Can Damage Joints
Here are some typical symptoms to watch for

November 18, 2011: Does Psoriasis Thwart the Benefits of 'Good' Cholesterol?
Chronic skin condition may be associated with changes in HDL composition, researchers say

November 07, 2011: Studies Suggest Link Between Smog, Joint Disease
More rheumatoid arthritis in those exposed to certain air pollutants, researchers say

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 25, 2011: Realistic Activity Goals Seem to Ease Arthritis Pain, Study Finds
Belief in ability to do exercise, and following through, can improve life for rheumatoid arthritis patients

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