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Massachusetts anesthesiologist Dr. Scott Reuben, the former chief of acute pain at Baystate Medical Center, has agreed to plead guilty to charges that he faked research on painkillers that was published in several medical journals. Read more
People who take large doses of opioid painkillers such as OxyContin (oxycodone)--even if they do so for legitimate medical reasons--are at high risk of overdosing on the drugs, new research has found. Read more
Scottish researchers hope their work in measuring the progression of OA in more detail will help drug companies better assess the effectiveness of new medications, making it easier and faster for them to reach the market. Read more
A recall of Tylenol arthritis caplets initiated by drugmaker McNeill Healthcare LLC last month has been expanded to include such over-the-counter medications as Tylenol Extra Strength, Rolaids, Motrin, Benadryl, St. Joseph Aspirin, and Simply Sleep, for a total of 27 products. Read more
Strength training and self-management techniques can help treat middle-aged people who have been diagnosed with early knee osteoarthritis, researchers say. Read more
According to new research, the kind of running shoes currently on the market may do more harm to wearers joints than running barefoot or walking in high-heeled shoes. Read more
According to new research, survivors of childhood abuse are more likely to suffer from chronic pain conditions such as fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome, migraines, chronic fatigue syndrome, arthritis, and interstitial cystitis. Read more
Bitter winter cold poses health dangers to everyone, but it can be particularly hazardous to children, seniors, and people who suffer from chronic illnesses, experts say. Read more
Rituximab appears to block patients ability to develop protective antibodies after they receive the flu shot, researchers say. Read more
According to new research published in the journal Arthritis Research & Therapy, eating a gluten-free, vegan diet may help people who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis. Read more
People who have the inherited skin disorder known as Gorlin syndrome may be able to reduce their risk of developing skin cancer by taking the painkiller Celebrex (celecoxib), scientists say. Read more
Actemra has been approved for treatment of adults with moderate to severe RA who dont respond well enough to tumor necrosis factor (TNF) drugs. Read more
According to a new study, people who undergo a knee or hip replacement have a slightly increased risk of death for only 26 days after having the procedure. Read more
Arthritis at the base of the thumb is a common problem for people over age 40, experts say, and it can become more painful during the winter months. Read more
Rheumatoid arthritis experts discuss the new treatments--and hope--found in the past 25 years of RA research. Read more
Chronic pain conditions such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, and back pain can have negative effects on relationships, experts say, particularly if one partner is skeptical about the others source or severity of pain. Read more
Experts choose 10 of the top medical advances of the past decade, including human genome mapping, stem cell research, targeted cancer therapies, anti-smoking laws, and new HIV treatments. Read more
Acetaminophen does not appear to increase the risk of birth defects, researchers say. Read more
An analysis of previous research has found that smoking is a risk factor for rheumatoid arthritis, especially for heavy smokers and for men. Read more
After more than three weeks of debate and compromise, Senate Democrats secured enough votes to pass a sweeping bill aimed at reforming the U.S. health system. Read more
