Rheumatology
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Hydrangea gives allergy drug hope
A new treatment for autoimmune disorders may be on the way, derived from the root of the hydrangea plant. Read more
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Gene/smoking link to arthritis
New research has highlighted a possible new genetic link to rheumatoid arthritis. Read more
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Bone disease poorly treated – Euro-conference
Most people with osteoporosis do not get the right treatment, a European medical conference was told yesterday. Read more
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Tai Chi may relieve pain
The Chinese art of Tai Chi can improve the lives of people with arthritis, researchers reported last night. Read more
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Supplements that boost bones – Vienna conference
People who need to protect the health of their bones need to take calcium and vitamin D supplements together, a European conference heard yesterday. Read more
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Contraceptive pill could raise lupus risk
Women who take the contraceptive pill may be at an increased risk of lupus, according to new research. Read more
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Experts update osteoporosis guidelines
A national team of rheumatology experts has outlined changes they would like to see in osteoporosis guidelines. Read more
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Moderate drinking protect bones: study
Regular beer and wine consumption may help protect the bones of elderly people, researchers have reported. Read more
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Arthritis has greater impact on women, study shows
Women suffer a greater burden of rheumatoid arthritis than men, new research suggests. Read more
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New drug test may protect volunteers
Scientists believe they can prevent repeats of a drug-testing catastrophe that seriously injured six volunteers. Read more