Rheumatoid Arthritis
I know that exercise is important in managing rheumatoid arthritis (RA), but it's so hard to find the time. Any advice on how to fit this into a busy schedule?
Women Who Smoke May Have Higher Risk for Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Swedish study found how much and how long they smoked made a difference.

FRIDAY, April 26 (HealthDay News) -- Smokers and former smokers are at increased risk for rheumatoid arthritis, a new study says.
Researchers analyzed data collected from 34,000 women, aged 54 to 89, in Sweden, 219 of whom had rheumatoid arthritis.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Can Be Costly
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Study looked at direct health care spending, worker productivity.
FRIDAY, March 15 (HealthDay News) -- Workers with rheumatoid arthritis have higher health care and other costs for U.S. employers than workers without the condition, a new study finds.
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, stiffness and loss of function in the joints, and can also affect other body organs.
Sunshine Linked to Lower Rheumatoid Arthritis Risk: Study
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Women estimated to have more exposure to UV-B rays had decreased risk, researchers say
TUESDAY, Feb. 5 (HealthDay News) -- Older women who've had regular exposure to sunlight may be less likely to develop rheumatoid arthritis, new findings indicate.
Newer Rheumatoid Arthritis Drugs Don't Raise Cancer Risk: Study
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Large evidence review of 'biologics' included nearly 30,000 patients
THURSDAY, Sept. 6 (HealthDay News) -- A new review finds that rheumatoid arthritis medications known as biologics don't raise the risk of cancer, contrary to what some previous research has suggested.
Moderate Drinking May Cut Women's Odds for Rheumatoid Arthritis: Study
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More than 3 weekly glasses of beer, wine or liquor halved risk of the autoimmune disease
By Denise Mann
HealthDay Reporter
TUESDAY, July 10 (HealthDay News) -- Drinking more than three alcoholic beverages a week for at least 10 years may halve a woman's risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis, according to a large new study from Sweden.
Rising Obesity Rates Might Mean More Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Researchers suggest weight gain precedes the painful condition
By Ellin Holohan
HealthDay Reporter
FRIDAY, May 4 (HealthDay News) -- A new study suggests that severe weight gain might raise the risk for rheumatoid arthritis -- a painful, chronic ailment -- especially among obese women.
Rheumatoid Arthritis May Raise Risk of Heart Rhythm Disorder
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Atrial fibrillation is a common problem that increases the risk of stroke
THURSDAY, March 8 (HealthDay News) -- People with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are at increased risk for a heart rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation, a new study finds.
The research involved more than 4 million people, including more than 18,000 with RA, in Denmark, who were followed for an average of five years.
Tips for Managing Rheumatoid Arthritis
Juggling a busy schedule of family, career, household, friends and other commitments can be challenging, especially when living with a chronic, sometimes debilitating disease like rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The symptoms of RA can be uncomfortable, often painful and can interfere with everyday activities.
Monday, Sep 26th 2011
The Surprising Key to Coping With the Chronic Pain of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Everyone experiences pain now and then—whether it is from lifting a heavy object, returning a tennis shot with too much enthusiasm, or taking a spill on the pavement. This pain will often diminish with time and some minor first aid.
