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rheumatoid arthritis | Research | Treatment | 8 pages | source: PLOS ONE | Added Aug 29, 2019

Can rituximab and tocilizumab reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease in rheumatoid arthritis patients?

This study examined whether treatment with biological therapy can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease in rheumatoid arthritis patients.

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diabetes mellitus | Research | Lifestyle | 10 pages | source: Journal of Diabetes and its Complications | Added Aug 27, 2019

Evaluating symptoms of anxiety and depression in patients with diabetes mellitus

This study investigated how common symptoms of anxiety and depression are amongst patients with diabetes mellitus. This study concluded that 1 in 10 patients had symptoms of both anxiety and depression.

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rheumatoid arthritis | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: Arthritis Care & Research | Added Aug 27, 2019

An exercise-based program to improve hand function in patients with rheumatoid arthritis

This study examined if different types of hand exercises can improve hand function in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. The authors concluded that techniques used to improve grip strength can lead to an improvement in hand function.

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diabetes mellitus | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism | Added Aug 25, 2019

Can linagliptin improve glucose control in older people with type 2 diabetes?

This study examined if linagliptin (Tradjenta) was safer and more effective in older patients with Type 2 diabetes compared to a placebo. This study concluded that linagliptin helped improve glucose control for these patients without causing additional side effects.

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rheumatoid arthritis | Research | 29 pages | source: Arthritis Care & Research | Added Aug 25, 2019

Why so tired? Factors contributing to fatigue in rheumatoid arthritis patients

This study examined whether sleep disturbances, depression, obesity and low exercise are associated with fatigue in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.

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diabetes mellitus | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism | Added Aug 23, 2019

Bexagliflozin for patients with type 2 diabetes

This study wanted to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of bexagliflozin in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D). The study found that this treatment was safe and significantly improved the outcomes of these patients.

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rheumatoid arthritis | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: Current Opinion in Rheumatology | Added Aug 23, 2019

The effect of rituximab treatment on the immune system

This study looked at the effect of rituximab (Rituxan) treatment on the immune system in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. The authors concluded that prolonged treatment with rituximab can lower patients’ immune responses and increase the risk of serious infection. 

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diabetes mellitus | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: BMJ Open | Added Aug 21, 2019

Can metformin help reduce the risk of developing neurodegenerative disease in elderly patients with T2D?

This study examined if metformin (Glucophage) helped reduce the risk of neurodegenerative disease in elderly patients with Type 2 diabetes (T2D). The authors found that patients taking metformin for more than two years had a lower risk of brain degeneration diseases compared to patients not taking metformin.

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rheumatoid arthritis | Research | 10 pages | source: Annals of the rheumatic diseases | Added Aug 21, 2019

Do certain drugs increase the risk of cervical cancer in women with rheumatoid arthritis?

This study examined the risk of cervical cancer in women with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) treated with tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-inhibitors. The study concluded that women with RA treated with TNF-inhibitors are at increased risk of cervical cancer. 

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diabetes mellitus | Research | Lifestyle | 10 pages | source: The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition | Added Aug 18, 2019

Do low-glycemic diets benefit patients with diabetes?

This study examined if low-glycemic index (GI) diets can help improve symptoms of diabetes and pre-diabetes. This study concluded that low-GI diets might help reduce blood sugar levels and body weight in these patients.

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