Scientists identify mechanism for self-repair of thymus, a crucial component of the immune system
A team of international researchers led by scientists at City of Hope have demonstrated a way to boost thymic function after ...
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Connective Tissue Diseases Increase Risks for Adverse Maternal and Fetal Outcomes
Connective tissue diseases (CTDs) increase the risk for adverse maternal and fetal outcomes during pregnancy, with varying impacts across different CTD subtypes, according to study results published ...
How the virus behind COVID-19 can harm your blood vessels and your heart
The same mechanisms involved in COVID-related cardiovascular events are responsible for COVID-related myocarditis.
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Study identifies rare diseases linked to increased COVID-19 mortality risks
An England-wide study of over 58 million people has identified eight rare diseases that carry significantly increased risks for COVID-19-related mortality in fully vaccinated individuals.
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Connective Tissue Disease Treatments Affect COVID-19 Hospitalization and Mortality
Using glucocorticoids, rituzimab, or certain immunosuppressants to treat connective tissue diseases is associated with greater risks for severe COVID-19-related outcomes.
Patient Enrolment Completed for EFTISARC-NEO Phase II Trial
Phase II trial evaluating efti in combination with radiotherapy plus KEYTRUDA® (pembrolizumab) in patients with soft tissue sarcoma reaches ...
'My wheelchair gives me freedom I wouldn't have'
As a child, Emma did gymnastics, dance and trampolining, but suffered joint pain and fatigue. She said: "When I had to start ...
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Structural Racism Drives Disparities in Health Care Utilization in Rheumatic Disease
Historical redlining is linked to care utilization and fragmentation among patients with rheumatic conditions, highlighting the role of structural racism in these disparities.