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New Drug Shows Promise for Rheumatoid Arthriitis
Small, early study finds few long-term side effects

Herb May Offer Hope for Autoimmune Diseases
In lab and mice studies, compound halts disease without crimping immune system

Rheumatoid Arthritis Drug Might Fight Swine Flu
It helps regulate the immune system's response, study with mice shows

Improved Hip Implants Can Last 20 Years
Younger, active patients will benefit from cement-less version, researchers say

Cimzia Approved for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Previously sanctioned for Crohn's disease

Once-a-Year Drug Helps Counter Steroid-Linked Bone Loss
Reclast injection beat daily pill at restoring bone for patients with asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, study found

New Drug May Help Patients With Psoriatic Arthritis
Study shows golimumab improved physical function, eased symptoms

Living Near Major Road May Boost Rheumatoid Arthritis Risk
And women closest to traffic were 63 percent more likely to develop the disease, study says

Collaborative Care Helps Ease Chronic Pain
Successful intervention included doctor training, patient education and feedback

Scientists ID Biomarkers for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Blood samples from women had higher levels of 2 proteins before they developed disease