The HCPLive Rheumatology condition center page is a comprehensive resource for clinical news and insights on rheumatologic disease. This page consists of interviews, articles, podcasts, and videos on the research, treatment and development of therapies for arthritis, gout, nr-AxSpA, and more.
September 20th 2023
A network meta-analysis lends "compelling" support to the practice of switching patients with RA from biologics to less costly biosimilars at 6 months.
September 7th 2023
Revolutionizing Rheumatology: Exploring the Impact of Telemedicine in Transforming Care
Although the benefits of telehealth are clear, it is not without its challenges. As the field of rheumatology moves into a post-pandemic world, the future of telemedicine hangs in the balance.
Introduction and Overview of FM
Wendy Wright, DNP, Kostas Botsoglou, MD, Daniel Clauw, MD, and Benjamin Natelson, MD, present an overview of symptoms and characteristics of fibromyalgia (FM).
Patients With Psoriatic Arthritis Interested in Wellness Program, Although Barriers Remain
More than 90% of respondents reported being “somewhat likely” or “very likely” to speak with an online coach ≥2 per week or spend 1 – 2 hours per week learning about lifestyle behaviors if given the opportunity.
SGLT2 Inhibitors Could Lower Risk of Recurrent Gout Flares in People with Diabetes
June 4th 2023A new-user, active comparator cohort study from EULAR 2023 suggests use of SGLT2 inhibitors could lower risk of recurrent gout flares in people with type 2 diabetes and gout compared to use of DPP-4 inhibitors.
Depressive Symptoms During Pregnancy, Postpartum Depression Common in Women with Rheumatic Disease
June 4th 2023A pair of studies presented at EULAR 2023 offer perspective on the potential for postpartum depression as well as symptoms of depression and anxiety during pregnancy among women with rheumatic disease.