Two drugs stronger than one in osteoporosis 17 May 2013 0 Two commonly used osteoporosis drugs work better when combined, according to a study that could herald a new era for managing the disease, particularly in patients with a high-risk of fracture.
Vitamin C does not reduce uric acid levels in gout 17 May 2013 0 New Zealand researchers have debunked beliefs that vitamin C may help gout.
Anticoagulant conundrum for PAH sclerosis 17 May 2013 0 Australia is in a state of ‘clinical equipoise’ over whether to anticoagulate systemic sclerosis patients with pulmonary hypertension, experts say.
Weight loss double whammy in gout 17 May 2013 0 Dramatic weight loss can reduce gout flares by lowering urate and by suppressing inflammatory responses to MSU crystals, experts have found.
Budget: MBS rebates frozen until 2014 17 May 2013 0 There will be no increase in MBS rebates until July next year as the Federal Government freezes indexation payments.
Resource for women contemplating pregnancy 17 May 2013 0 Arthritis NSW have published a booklet to help women with RA make decisions around starting a family.
Mixed messages for screening sclerosis patients 10 May 2013 0 The current ad hoc approach to screening systemic sclerosis patients for pulmonary hypertension is compromising patient care and needs clarification, experts say.