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Medication fears lead to worse side effects (Reuters)
Reuters - It may not be surprising, but a new study offers some proof that patients who are worried about their medications are more likely to have side effects from them.
Roche, Biogen suspends arthritis drug after deaths (Reuters)
Reuters - Swiss drugmaker Roche Holding AG and U.S. biotechnology company Biogen Idec are suspending experimental rheumatoid arthritis and lupus treatment ocrelizumab after deaths following its use, casting doubt over its future.
Electromagnetic Pulses May Stem Arthritic Knee Pain (HealthDay)
HealthDay - SATURDAY, March 6 (HealthDay News) -- Electromagnetic pulses from
a portable device can significantly reduce pain and inflammation in people
suffering from osteoarthritis of the knee, a new study suggests.
Obesity, Lack of Exercise Heighten Arthritis Risk for Women (HealthDay)
HealthDay - THURSDAY, Feb. 25 (HealthDay News) -- Higher levels of obesity
and inactivity, especially among women, explain why arthritis is more
common in the United States than in Canada, according to a new study.
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