Chronic stress from people’s everyday lives may be causing lasting structural changes to the heart, harming health and reducing life expectancy.

New research shows that people living with chronic inflammatory conditions have almost double the risk of mental health issues, like depression and anxiety.

Last week I wrote about avoiding or delaying fragility.

Julie-Ann Walkden is among more than 100 patients who have completed a hands-on pain rehabilitation programme.

Letters: Readers respond to a report that said use of the disciplinary measure had almost tripled in England’s secondary schools

In an Arthritis & Rheumatology analysis of data on 60,980 US adults with autoimmune rheumatic conditions who developed COVID-19 between December 2020 and August 2024, those who received booster or...

Current e-cigarette users face a higher risk of developing incident rheumatoid arthritis or systemic lupus erythematosus than nonusers, a study finds.

Infrequent exercise is associated with a higher prevalence of common mental disorders such as depression and anxiety among higher-education students in Norway, according to a study published August 19...

Immunotherapies such as CAR T-cell therapy are used primarily to treat cancer. In the future, these patient-specific therapies, manufactured from patients’ own immune cells, could also help cure...

Studies have found that anti-inflammatory drugs can improve your mood. But what does that mean for conditions such as depression and anxiety?

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a systemic autoimmune disease whose pathogenic drivers and initiating immune events remain incompletely understood. Increasing e...

By targeting opioid receptor pathways differently compared to traditional approaches, Surzen Biotherapeutics, a new startup from the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST), plans to develo...

A novel study shows that exposure to air pollution, especially fine particulate matter like dust, soot, and smoke (PM2.5), is associated with increased disease activity and flare risk in rheumatoid ar...

University of Missouri researchers have identified a simple, effective way to improve quality of life. A new study found that maintaining a consistent daily routine can reduce physical pain and ease s...

Fine particulate matter increases disease activity and risk of rheumatoid arthritis flares. Read more to explore clinical insights.

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Inflammation is the hallmark of rheumatoid arthritis, or RA. Unlike osteoarthritis, it affects the small joints, like hands and feet, as well as major organs in the body. However, there are newer biol...

Research shows dental issues are clinically relevant markers of autoimmune disease risk. Painful gums pose highest risk. Learn which conditions are most affected.

A novel study shows that exposure to air pollution, especially fine particulate matter like dust, soot, and smoke (PM2.5), is associated with increased disease activity and flare risk in rheumatoid ar...

Carers tell of their struggles to get loved ones the support they need, and the emotional and financial toll caring takes on their own lives

A plant-derived compound reduced swelling, inflammation, and joint damage in rats with rheumatoid arthritis. It also helped rebalance immune activity and improve the way certain fats were processed in...

Read more to find out how systemic autoimmune diseases increase the risk of cardiac arrhythmias and conduction disorders in adults.

Research suggests that more than half of children with autism spectrum disorder, a neurodevelopmental condition, experience motor impairments. An analysis in Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology i...

Statement Highlights: The latest research indicates that consuming up to 400 mg of caffeine/day (equivalent to up to 5, 8-ounce cups of caffeinated coffee per day) is generally safe for most adults an...

New research links RA-driven inflammation to faster coronary artery calcium progression.

In a randomized controlled trial, researchers tested whether a plant-based, whole-food, complementary-protein meal consumed immediately after a bout of weight training would stimulate a stronger muscl...

Bell peppers, tomatoes, leafy greens, and other fresh vegetables can help reduce inflammation and support joint health in RA.

Following a Mediterranean diet may provide additional benefits for mental health. A new study has now linked it to greater psychological well-being among people over the age of 50. The resea...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can affect people of all ages. Learn about the celebrities who have lived with RA.

With a $4M grant from the National Institutes of Health, a University of Houston pioneer in autoimmune research is launching a 10-year study set to target the very heart of autoimmune disease – ...

Melatonin, a sleep supplement widely used to treat insomnia, could help reduce reliance on some of the most common and potentially harmful pain medications, new research from the University of Sydney ...

Read more about a study of 978 patients that finds sarcopenia affects nearly one in five with rheumatoid arthritis, and flags who is most at risk.

Over the past two decades, a wave of new drug treatments for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) has allowed many people to live free from pain, joint swelling and long-term disability. But for many patients in...

The therapy is helping patients manage their symptoms and move better, health staff said.

Diagnosis rates for several autoimmune rheumatic diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, remain below expected levels five years after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new research.

Sam Naylor, whose active lifestyle has been impacted by back pain, has surgery that could cure it.

A system that shuts down one of two X chromosomes is targeted by auto-antibodies.

Researchers discovered hidden mutations in immune cells that may help explain how autoimmune diseases develop.

An FDA-approved arthritis drug reduces excessive alcohol consumption by targeting IL-6.

Antibodies mistakenly attacking the brain are linked with conditions including schizophrenia, dementia and OCD, prompting a revolution in how we think about mental health conditions