ArthritisCentral News and Views #8 -- 05/04/05

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DATE : Wed, 4 May 2005 11:30:00 -0500
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ArthritisCentral News and Views #8 (11 MB)

• A discussion of the inter-relationship of rheumatoid arthritis and heart
  disease, highlighting the role of inflammation. Dr. Rutstein offers you advice
  on how to decrease your risk of cardio-vascular disease.
  
• Evaluating whether Echinacea works based on a review of the medical literature.
  Is it worth the expense?
  
• A report on Fosamax and Actonel and associated bone pain, and what to do
  about it.
  
• Bone damage to the jaw with the use of bisphosphonate osteoporosis medications,
  especially with intravenous treatments. What are some of the symptoms to alert
  you to this problem?
  
• Survival benefits of anti-malarial drugs in systemic lupus erythematosus
  (SLE). Should all lupus patients be on this treatment?
  
• The risky but exciting potential for stem cell transplantation in severe
  forms of SLE
  
• Only 3% of Americans are achieving a "healthy lifestyle" as defined
  in a new study evaluating body weight, exercise, smoking, and diet.
  
• As summer approaches, Dr. Rutstein encourages you to utilize the Aquatic
  Exercise video programs (46 total exercises) available at www.ArthritisMall.com.
  
• New advances in spinal cord stimulators now makes life easier for patients
  with severe intractable back pain.
  
• A brand new sleep medication called Lunesta is now available in pharmacies.
  Dr. Rutstein gives you a brief run-down on dosing, side-effects, and potential
  benefits. Pleasant dreams to all of our listeners.
  

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