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What an Arthritis Diagnosis Means for Your Heart

You might not think that a disease such as rheumatoid arthritis, which causes inflamed joints, would have anything to do with the heart. Research indicates, however, that patients with rheumatoid arthritis are in fact at increased risk of cardiac problems. Read More

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Green Tea May Protect Against Rheumatoid Arthritis

Green tea has been touted as a miracle beverage for years, helping with everything from weight loss to longevity to cancer prevention. But can it help protect against rheumatoid arthritis as well? Read More

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Drug cuts stroke risk by half vs aspirin: study

Tue, August 31, 2010

An experimental drug from Bristol-Myers Squibb and Pfizer reduces the risk of stroke by more than half compared with aspirin,... Read More

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US FDA panel rejects Jazz drug for fibromyalgia

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Painkiller use linked to stroke risk

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Tai Chi beats stretching in fibromyalgia study

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Arthritis Tip: Ease Pain When Gardening

Working in the yard or garden can trigger arthritis pain, but advance planning can help. To prevent the need for multiple trips, keep all of your tools in one wheelbarrow, and leave the hose in your yard so you don't have to drag it out of storage every time you need it. What's more, keep chairs at both ends of your garden rows--it will make it easier for you to get up from the ground.