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A full day session at the American College of Rheumatology conference was dedicated to how inflammatory arthritis affects patients throughout their lifespan.  Various types of arthritis are diagnoses in children generally referred to as Juvenile Inflammatory Arthritis.  Although some children may go … Continue reading →

Depression and anxiety are often experienced at a higher rate in people with chronic diseases than the general population and those with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are no exception. At the recent American College of Rheumatology Conference, a study was presented that looked at … Continue reading →

New pain pathways are being identified in osteoarthritis. This is the most common type of arthritis in North America.  Keeping active and weight loss are important in slowing the progression of osteoarthritis.  For some people, joint damage can be significant … Continue reading →

We’ve spoken before about how important vaccination is for those with auto-immune diseases and as flu season is upon is, it is a great time to think about infection prevention. The annual flu shot is highly recommended to all patients … Continue reading →

I attended a GI Conference in Toronto in early November, “Meeting of the Minds.” This year the focus was on our environment related to our gut flora. It seems that there are villains, sticky bacteria, and heroes, known as butyrate … Continue reading →

People with Rheumatoid Arthritis have a higher incidence of Diabetes than the general population. A study was recently conducted to see if any of the medications commonly used by patients who have Rheumatoid Arthritis, were helpful in lowering blood glucose (sugar) … Continue reading →

We often hear of the many great impacts maintaining a health weight can have on our health. Losing weight has always been known as a benefit for our joints, especially people with osteoarthritis. At the recent American College of Rheumatology Conference, … Continue reading →

We’re happy to share information from our Pharmacy Specialists that we know our patients will benefit from in this series called “Pharmacy Corner.” Here’s the first edition from Carolyn Whiskin, RPh, BScPhm.   Excess inflammation is an aspect of many … Continue reading →

As flu season is upon is, it is a great time to think about infection prevention. The annual flu shot is highly recommended to all patients on biologic therapy. It is not a live vaccine and therefore is safe to … Continue reading →

29 February 2016 marks the ninth international Rare Disease Day coordinated by EURORDIS. On and around this day hundreds of patient organizations from countries and regions all over the world will hold awareness-raising activities. Charlton Health is privileged to provide … Continue reading →