Sleep Problems Not a Major Issue in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Existing sleep problems related mainly to disease-related measures, such as pain and reduced function, more so than disease duration
Evolution of Approval, Regulation Processes for Drugs Explored
FDA drug review times down from 1983 to 2017, but time from clinical testing to approval did not change
Seven Tips Help Doctors Prepare for Meaningful Use Audits
Best way to prepare for an audit is to assume it will happen and make sure MU requirements are met
Ultrasound of Calcaneus Efficient for Screening Bone Health
Ultrasound readings of left or right foot can predict good versus poor bone quality
Both High and Low Uric Acid Levels Tied to Higher Mortality
Association showed increased risk of all-cause, cardiovascular, and cancer death
ACR Updates Guidelines for Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
Recommendations emphasize importance of individualized treatment and shared decision-making
Cost-Related Rx Nonadherence Highest in Young U.S. Women
One in four women report cost-related nonadherence versus one in seven men
MTHFR A1298C Polymorphism Not Linked to MTX Outcomes in RA
No significant link for MTHFR gene A1298C polymorphism with methotrexate efficacy, toxicity
CDC Director Says Agency Needs Major Overhaul
Walensky aims to prioritize public health needs, deemphasize publication of scientific papers about rare diseases
Risk for Adverse Events Up With Low-Dose Methotrexate
Risks increased for skin cancer and GI, pulmonary, infectious, hematologic adverse events
