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Clinical and Demographic Features of Non-IgA Vasculitis
Clinical and Demographic Features of Non-IgA Vasculitis
The following is a summary of “Characterization of non-IgA vasculitis: Demographic, clinical, and treatment-related features in a retrospective analysis of 28 biopsy-confirmed cases from a German university hospital,” published in the November 2024 issue of...
Impact of Smartphone Apps on Self-Management in RA
Impact of Smartphone Apps on Self-Management in RA
The following is a summary of “A mobile app to support self-management and remotely monitor disease impact in rheumatoid arthritis: the randomised controlled AEGORA trial,” published in the November 2024 issue of Rheumatology by Doumen et al. Researchers conducted...
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American College of Rheumatology, Nov. 14-19
American College of Rheumatology, Nov. 14-19
The annual meeting of the American College of Rheumatology was held this year from Nov. 14 to 19 in Washington, D.C., and attendees included rheumatology specialists, physicians, scientists, and other health professionals. The conference featured...
Early Detection of Interstitial Lung Disease in Asymptomatic RA
Early Detection of Interstitial Lung Disease in Asymptomatic RA
The following is a summary of “Proposal of a radiation-free screening protocol for early detection of interstitial lung involvement in seropositive and ACPA-positive rheumatoid arthritis,” published in the November 2024 issue of Pulmonology by Reichenberger et al. ...
FcRn Blocker Nipocalimab Improves Disease Activity in Sjögren’s Disease
FcRn Blocker Nipocalimab Improves Disease Activity in Sjögren’s Disease
Patients with moderate-to-severe active Sjögren’s disease who received nipocalimab showed improvements in disease activity.
Clinical and Demographic Features of Non-IgA Vasculitis
Clinical and Demographic Features of Non-IgA Vasculitis
The following is a summary of “Characterization of non-IgA vasculitis: Demographic, clinical, and treatment-related features in a retrospective analysis of 28 biopsy-confirmed cases from a German university hospital,” published in the November 2024 issue of...
Impact of Smartphone Apps on Self-Management in RA
Impact of Smartphone Apps on Self-Management in RA
The following is a summary of “A mobile app to support self-management and remotely monitor disease impact in rheumatoid arthritis: the randomised controlled AEGORA trial,” published in the November 2024 issue of Rheumatology by Doumen et al. Researchers conducted...
American College of Rheumatology, Nov. 14-19
American College of Rheumatology, Nov. 14-19
The annual meeting of the American College of Rheumatology was held this year from Nov. 14 to 19 in Washington, D.C., and attendees included rheumatology specialists, physicians, scientists, and other health professionals. The conference featured...
Early Detection of Interstitial Lung Disease in Asymptomatic RA
Early Detection of Interstitial Lung Disease in Asymptomatic RA
The following is a summary of “Proposal of a radiation-free screening protocol for early detection of interstitial lung involvement in seropositive and ACPA-positive rheumatoid arthritis,” published in the November 2024 issue of Pulmonology by Reichenberger et al. ...
FcRn Blocker Nipocalimab Improves Disease Activity in Sjögren’s Disease
FcRn Blocker Nipocalimab Improves Disease Activity in Sjögren’s Disease
Patients with moderate-to-severe active Sjögren’s disease who received nipocalimab showed improvements in disease activity.
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Dark Days, Restless Nights: How Winter Affects Sleep & Health
Dark Days, Restless Nights: How Winter Affects Sleep & Health
Winter affects sleep schedules through daylight shifts, reduced sunlight, and seasonal illness, negatively impacting sleep quality and overall health.
Medical Fiction: An Emergency Thanksgiving
Medical Fiction: An Emergency Thanksgiving
In this medical fiction tale, an ED physician at a women’s clinic defends her sanctuary from violent men, using her ED skills and frozen turkey legs to survive.
Identity Theft Issues in the Medical Office
Identity Theft Issues in the Medical Office
Identity theft in the medical office setting encompasses two serious issues: fraudulent use of a patient’s coverage information and breaching medical records.
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Expert Panel Issues Enhanced Guidance for PsA Diagnosis, Assessment, and Management
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Identity Theft Issues in the Medical Office
Identity Theft Issues in the Medical Office
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Why Successful Interoperability is Essential for Healthy Revenue
Why Successful Interoperability is Essential for Healthy Revenue
Healthcare organizations often fail to acknowledge the role that interoperability, payer denials, and medical billing play in ensuring payment to physicians.
Defining the Standard of Care in Medical Malpractice
Defining the Standard of Care in Medical Malpractice
The standard of care definition can vary during medical malpractice cases, and physicians must prove they acted in accordance with good, accepted practice.
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