One patient's experience with Calvinism, and how the phrase "better than I deserve" made them take a hard look at their ...

Most people jump at the opportunity to travel to an interesting destination for fun or work. Whether you are a natural traveler or a homebody, most of us occasionally need to travel for family matters ...

Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA), now called juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), impacts an estimated 300,000 children in the U.S. (about 1 in every 1,000). 1 While a challenging diagnosis, newer ...

Have you considered joint replacement? Did you factor in your age when making the decision? Did your doctor give you a speech about joint failure and longevity? Is there a perfect time for surgery? A ...

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Age is still a factor for severe illness. While 8 out of 10 COVID-19 deaths in the United States have been in adults over the age of 65, this number does not represent a true cut-off for risk. Instead ...

Does coffee increase my flare frequency? During these months since my major flare-up last summer, I have been drinking coffee fairly regularly, while especially increasing my consumption once I ...

If left untreated, RA will destroy the joints. This can make it hard for a person with RA to carry out normal daily tasks and keep a job. The inflammation of RA can lead to other conditions such as: 1 ...

Truthfully, hair loss was the big one for me. Although admittedly a bit vain, I was really worried my already thin hair would become even thinner. As a young mom in her 30s, that felt a little scary ...

TMJ and jaw pain The problems associated with the TMJ are called temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Symptoms include radiating pain, jaw stiffness, joint locking, and changes in the way teeth fit ...

Social life, hobbies, and family The impact of RA fatigue doesn’t stop at work, career, or daily responsibilities. Fatigue also finds its way into a person’s social and family life. When combined with ...