by telrheum | Mar 16, 2024 | Biologic Therapy, Rheumatic Drugs, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Vaccines
The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) has provided guidance on the timing of COVID-19 booster vaccinations for patients undergoing biologic therapy. These recommendations are essential for ensuring that patients with rheumatic diseases, who are often on...
by telrheum | Mar 16, 2024 | Cybersecurity, Biologic Therapy, Rheumatic Drugs, Rheumatoid Arthritis
The Cybersecurity Incident at Change Healthcare Change Healthcare, a prominent player in the U.S. insurance claim processing sector, has experienced a cybersecurity breach, leading to significant disruptions in provider and pharmacy operations. This has affected the...
by telrheum | Mar 16, 2024 | Biologic Therapy, Rheumatic Drugs, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Vaccines
The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) has issued recommendations regarding the use of COVID-19 booster vaccines for patients undergoing biologic therapy, a treatment often prescribed for various autoimmune conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic...
by telrheum | Mar 11, 2024 | JAK Inhibitor, Biologic Therapy, Colitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Spondyloarthritis
Rinvoq, a newer medication in the field of rheumatology and immunology, has shown remarkable efficacy in managing several chronic inflammatory conditions. As a selective Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor, Rinvoq specifically targets pathways that contribute to the...
by telrheum | Mar 11, 2024 | Rheumatoid Arthritis, Colitis, JAK Inhibitor
Xeljanz, known generically as tofacitinib, is a medication that represents a significant advancement in the treatment of various autoimmune diseases. Approved by the FDA, Xeljanz operates by inhibiting Janus kinase (JAK) pathways, which are crucial in the process of...
by telrheum | Mar 11, 2024 | Viral Infections, Biologic Therapy, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Spondyloarthritis
COVID-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has had wide-ranging impacts on global health since its emergence in late 2019. Among its many effects, there is a notable connection with arthritis, both in terms of how COVID-19 can affect individuals with existing arthritis...
