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Up to one in three with rheumatoid arthritis ‘at risk of long-term opioid use’

Up to one in three people diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis could be at risk of long-term opioid use, a new study suggests. Academics warned that people diagnosed with rheumatic and musculoskeletal conditions (RMD) are “vulnerable” to long-term ...

16 May 2023 at 23:30

Arthritis drug could prevent condition in those deemed at risk, trial finds

People at risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis could benefit from taking an existing medication prescribed for established cases of the condition. A clinical trial found abatacept to be “effective in preventing the onset” of rheumatoid ...

13 Feb 2024 at 23:30

Health & Wellbeing

9 arthritis myths we all need to stop believing

Many people assume arthritis is just an ‘old person’s’ disease, and an inevitable part of getting older. Try telling that to the parents of toddlers impacted by the condition, or the 20-somethings living with it. The suggestion that it ...

11 Sept 2023 at 07:45

Scotland

Frailty symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis could be reversed, new study shows

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients prone to feeling weak could see their symptoms reversed following treatment, according to new research. The debilitating condition can affect anyone of any age, and for some can take months, ...

16 Mar 2022 at 01:25

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Woman with four chronic illnesses who could barely lift 1.5kg ditches her medication and is now a pro weightlifter

A 34-year-old woman who was once so sick and feeble she could barely lift a 1.5kg dumbbell is raising money to finance a trip to Florida next month so she can take part in the World Olympic Weightlifting Championships. Clare ...

02 Nov 2022 at 08:00

One in 10 people in UK affected by autoimmune disorders – study

One in 10 people in the UK have autoimmune disorders such as type 1 diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis, scientists have said. A study analysing the health records of 22 million people found that about 10% of the population ...

05 May 2023 at 23:30

Health & Wellbeing

Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Week: 5 myths about the autoimmune disease everyone needs to stop believing

It’s easy to dismiss rheumatoid arthritis as an almost-inevitable part of ageing. But the fact is, rheumatoid arthritis, or RA, isn’t connected to ageing, and is an often very misunderstood condition. That’s the message ...

12 Sept 2022 at 16:45

‘You feel forgotten’ – patient describes ‘agonising’ wait for care

A patient has described how “every aspect” of her life has been affected by waiting for nearly four years for NHS care. Jo Goulding said that waiting for surgery had a “huge impact” on her family and how her physical ...

14 Apr 2022 at 01:25

Health & Wellbeing

3 common types of arthritis in over 60s – and when to seek help

Arthritis is a widespread condition in the UK, especially among those aged 60 and over. While some level of discomfort can be a natural part of ageing, ongoing or worsening symptoms may indicate a more serious issue ...

30 Jul 2025 at 14:00

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