Fwd: Research Update - September/October 2007

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Mobility, Disability and Attitudes Toward Exercise

Is the old adage -- move it or lose -- it true? Researchers take a look at the possibility of using exercise as a therapy to keep older adults moving and prevent disability.Hydroxychloroquine and Risk of Diabetes

Hydroxychloroquine is a safe and inexpensive treatment for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and systemic lupus erythematosus. But its possibilities may not stop there. Clinical observations have shown that this antimalarial drug also may have an added benefit -- controlling blood sugar levels. Researchers explore whether hydroxychloroquine prevents diabetes in people with RA who take it. Lipoxins Reduce Chronic Pain

The chronic pain associated with inflammatory diseases is a prevalent, persistent and debilitating problem. Researchers believe a special class of chemicals within the body -- lipoxins -- may be a key to treating chronic pain. Learn more about what researchers have been discovering about lipoxins and their role in the reversal of inflammation and pain. Well-Being of Children with Juvenile Arthritis

Chronic illness can have consequences that reach far beyond physical damage. Arthritis Foundation-funded researchers are investigating the social and emotional influences of juvenile arthritis (JA) on young people's lives.IL-17 -- A Central Regulator of Inflammation and Autoimmunity?

What do inflammatory diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, asthma and systemic lupus erythematosus, all have in common? Researchers believe the chemical signaling compound, or cytokine, called interleukin-17 may be a thread linking all of them. Scientists take a closer look at this cytokine in hopes that it will help unravel the mystery of what causes these autoimmune diseases.Smoking, Alcohol and Raynaud's

The intermittent numbness, pain and skin color changes experienced by people with Raynaud's phenomenon often happens along with having rheumatic disease. To learn what else can increase, or decrease, chances of experiencing the condition, Arthritis Foundation-funded scientists have been investigating the effects of smoking and drinking alcohol. Profile in Research: G. Suter, MD

G. Suter, MD, is Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Section of Rheumatology at Yale University School of Medicine. With help from an Arthritis Foundation grant, she is currently studying whether using an MRI for diagnosing rheumatoid arthritis early and determining treatment possibilities is cost effective. Get to know the woman behind this important research. 2007 Arthritis Today

Drug Guide

Your guide to the latest information about the drugs used for arthritis and related diseases.

Message from Philip L. Cohen, MD, Chair, Research Advisory Council

Know Your Alternatives

Discover the benefits of over 100 alternative treatments. Start Reading Now.

Support Arthritis ResearchHelp the Arthritis Foundation lead the way in supporting research that will one day lead to a cure for this disease that affects 46 million Americans, including 300,000 children.

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Some good basic ideas. Enjoy.

TracieSee what's new at AOL.com and Make AOL Your Homepage.

Mobility, Disability and Attitudes Toward Exercise

Is the old adage -- move it or lose -- it true? Researchers take a look at the possibility of using exercise as a therapy to keep older adults moving and prevent disability.Hydroxychloroquine and Risk of Diabetes

Hydroxychloroquine is a safe and inexpensive treatment for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and systemic lupus erythematosus. But its possibilities may not stop there. Clinical observations have shown that this antimalarial drug also may have an added benefit -- controlling blood sugar levels. Researchers explore whether hydroxychloroquine prevents diabetes in people with RA who take it. Lipoxins Reduce Chronic Pain

The chronic pain associated with inflammatory diseases is a prevalent, persistent and debilitating problem. Researchers believe a special class of chemicals within the body -- lipoxins -- may be a key to treating chronic pain. Learn more about what researchers have been discovering about lipoxins and their role in the reversal of inflammation and pain. Well-Being of Children with Juvenile Arthritis

Chronic illness can have consequences that reach far beyond physical damage. Arthritis Foundation-funded researchers are investigating the social and emotional influences of juvenile arthritis (JA) on young people's lives.IL-17 -- A Central Regulator of Inflammation and Autoimmunity?

What do inflammatory diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, asthma and systemic lupus erythematosus, all have in common? Researchers believe the chemical signaling compound, or cytokine, called interleukin-17 may be a thread linking all of them. Scientists take a closer look at this cytokine in hopes that it will help unravel the mystery of what causes these autoimmune diseases.Smoking, Alcohol and Raynaud's

The intermittent numbness, pain and skin color changes experienced by people with Raynaud's phenomenon often happens along with having rheumatic disease. To learn what else can increase, or decrease, chances of experiencing the condition, Arthritis Foundation-funded scientists have been investigating the effects of smoking and drinking alcohol. Profile in Research: G. Suter, MD

G. Suter, MD, is Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Section of Rheumatology at Yale University School of Medicine. With help from an Arthritis Foundation grant, she is currently studying whether using an MRI for diagnosing rheumatoid arthritis early and determining treatment possibilities is cost effective. Get to know the woman behind this important research. 2007 Arthritis Today

Drug Guide

Your guide to the latest information about the drugs used for arthritis and related diseases.

Message from Philip L. Cohen, MD, Chair, Research Advisory Council

Know Your Alternatives

Discover the benefits of over 100 alternative treatments. Start Reading Now.

Support Arthritis ResearchHelp the Arthritis Foundation lead the way in supporting research that will one day lead to a cure for this disease that affects 46 million Americans, including 300,000 children.

Donate Now

Research Update is compiled by the Research Communications Specialist, National Office. Don't Miss a Single Issue!To ensure delivery to your inbox, please add researcheditor@... to your address book to make certain that you receive your deliveries from the Arthritis Foundation in a timely and consistent manner.

This e-mail was sent to: tiodaat@...If this e-mail was an inconvenience to you, we apologize. If you need to change your e-mail or wish to unsubscribe please click here. For questions about arthritis and treatment issues, please contact us at help@..., for questions concerning this newsletter, your membership or donation, or general inquiries, please contact us at marketing@..., 1- or Arthritis Foundation, 1330 West Peachtree Street, Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30309.© 2007 Arthritis Foundation. All rights reserved. Arthritis Foundation Privacy Policy.