Are Childhood Infections Linked to Ankylosing Spondylitis?

Researchers in Sweden have found that hospitalization for certain types of infection during childhood are associated with the likelihood of a person’s development of ankylosing spondylitis (AS

A Belgian study found that among patients with PsA, more than 48 percent underwent at least one surgical procedure.

The presence of the antibody rheumatoid factor (RF) in seemingly healthy men could have a negative effect on their bone density.

College Bound Students: Protect yourself from preventable diseases You can protect yourself from preventable diseases by making sure you are up-to-date on your immunizations before you leave for college, where serious life-threatening illnesses like Meningitis B can spread quickly. Watch the video below to learn more Idaho Immunization Coalition: Student Video from Karen Sharpnack on […]

Parents: Protect your children from preventable diseases You can protect your children from preventable diseases by making sure they are up-to-date on their immunizations before they leave for college, where serious life-threatening illnesses like Meningitis B can spread quickly. Watch the video below to learn more. Idaho Immunization Coalition: Parent Video from Karen Sharpnack on […]

One easy-to-overlook part of parents preparing to send their children back to school is getting
essential vaccinations.

Vaccinate your child against a killer: menangitis type B Meningitis type B kills and maims without mercy. Dr. Neal Raisman tells his story of the loss of his son to meningitis B.

Grieving father, college leader: Vaccinate for Meningitis B Urging others to vaccinate their children against menangitis B, Dr. Neal Raisman shares his story of loss with the CT Mirror.

SANTA ANA, Calif. (KABC) –In the past week, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has reported three new cases, including one fatality, of meningococcal disease.

The Congressional Arthritis Caucus puts patients first.   We strongly support the efforts of the Caucus and applaud the leadership of Congressman David McKinley and Congresswoman Anna G. Eshoo. Below please find their letter composed to Express Scripts inquiring about recent policy changes that restrict access to care. Arthritis Caucus Letter to Express Scripts