Study in mice shows alterations in X-chromosome inactivation predispose female mammals to autoimmune disease

by Bob Yirka , Medical XpressPerturbation of X-inactivation in immune cells ofFtx−/−females.(A) Map of the X inactivation center showing the location ofXist(green) andFtx

Updated on: May 30,2024

Study in mice shows alterations in X-chromosome inactivation predispose female mammals to autoimmune disease

by Bob Yirka , Medical XpressPerturbation of X-inactivation in immune cells ofFtx−/−females.(A) Map of the X inactivation center showing the location ofXist(green) andFtx

Updated on:May 30,2024

Novel study identifies key molecular players in rheumatoid arthritis

by University of California - San DiegoAn x-ray depicts a hand fully affected by rheumatoid arthritis, which is characterized by swollen, painful joints, most commonly involving the wrists and ha

Updated on: June 15,2024

Novel study identifies key molecular players in rheumatoid arthritis

by University of California - San DiegoAn x-ray depicts a hand fully affected by rheumatoid arthritis, which is characterized by swollen, painful joints, most commonly involving the wrists and ha

Updated on:June 15,2024

Certain steps help lead to healthy pregnancies in women with rheumatoid arthritis

by WileyCredit: CC0 Public DomainFor women with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), taking certain steps to ensure that they have a healthy pregnancy leads to a reduced risk of complicated birth or miscar

Updated on: April 17,2024

Certain steps help lead to healthy pregnancies in women with rheumatoid arthritis

by WileyCredit: CC0 Public DomainFor women with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), taking certain steps to ensure that they have a healthy pregnancy leads to a reduced risk of complicated birth or miscar

Updated on:April 17,2024

Is metabolic syndrome a modifiable risk factor for gout?

by WileyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainIn a study published inArthritis & Rheumatologythat included nearly 1.3 million men aged 20–39 years who participated in three serial heal

Updated on: June 01,2024

Is metabolic syndrome a modifiable risk factor for gout?

by WileyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainIn a study published inArthritis & Rheumatologythat included nearly 1.3 million men aged 20–39 years who participated in three serial heal

Updated on:June 01,2024

Unique immune response found in patients who experience inflammatory arthritis as side effect of cancer therapies

by Brigham and Women's HospitalMultiplexed immunofluorescence of synovial tissue. Multiplexed immunofluorescence images showing an example of a Ki67+PD-1+synovial CD8 T cell (white arro

Updated on: July 03,2024

Unique immune response found in patients who experience inflammatory arthritis as side effect of cancer therapies

by Brigham and Women's HospitalMultiplexed immunofluorescence of synovial tissue. Multiplexed immunofluorescence images showing an example of a Ki67+PD-1+synovial CD8 T cell (white arro

Updated on:July 03,2024

Cryo-EM imaging of STING protein reveals new binding pocket

by UniversityofTexasSouthwesternMedicalCenterThe synthetic drug-like compound (magenta spheres at the bottom) targets a hidden pocket in STING. This pocket is located at

Updated on: May 07,2024

Cryo-EM imaging of STING protein reveals new binding pocket

by UniversityofTexasSouthwesternMedicalCenterThe synthetic drug-like compound (magenta spheres at the bottom) targets a hidden pocket in STING. This pocket is located at

Updated on:May 07,2024

Experiments in infant mice suggest new way to prevent spread of flu in people

JANUARY 11, 2024byNYU Langone HealthCredit: Andrea Piacquadio from PexelsScientists have long known that some viruses and bacteria begin infections by latching first onto sugar molecules on the

Updated on: March 30,2024

Experiments in infant mice suggest new way to prevent spread of flu in people

JANUARY 11, 2024byNYU Langone HealthCredit: Andrea Piacquadio from PexelsScientists have long known that some viruses and bacteria begin infections by latching first onto sugar molecules on the

Updated on:March 30,2024

Nrf2: The custodian regulating oxidative stress and immunity against acrylamide toxicity

by Tokyo University of ScienceGenetic ablation of Nrf2 exacerbates neurotoxic effects of acrylamide in mice. Credit: Tokyo University of ScienceAcrylamide is a toxic chemical compound that affect

Updated on: April 20,2024

Nrf2: The custodian regulating oxidative stress and immunity against acrylamide toxicity

by Tokyo University of ScienceGenetic ablation of Nrf2 exacerbates neurotoxic effects of acrylamide in mice. Credit: Tokyo University of ScienceAcrylamide is a toxic chemical compound that affect

Updated on:April 20,2024

Exercise training improves cardiac parameters in lupus

(HealthDay) -- For inactive patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), a three-month exercise training program is associated with improved chronotropic reserve and heart rate recovery, accordin

Updated on: March 24,2024

Exercise training improves cardiac parameters in lupus

(HealthDay) -- For inactive patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), a three-month exercise training program is associated with improved chronotropic reserve and heart rate recovery, accordin

Updated on:March 24,2024

Study investigates rates of adverse events for common rheumatoid arthritis drug

by Brigham and Women's HospitalCredit: CC0 Public DomainMethotrexate is a common drug with a long history; for the past 40 years, it's been used to treat a range of diseases. Today it is

Updated on: June 17,2024

Study investigates rates of adverse events for common rheumatoid arthritis drug

by Brigham and Women's HospitalCredit: CC0 Public DomainMethotrexate is a common drug with a long history; for the past 40 years, it's been used to treat a range of diseases. Today it is

Updated on:June 17,2024

RA linked to restrictive, obstructive spirometry patterns

(HealthDay)—Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is associated with restrictive and obstructive spirometry patterns, with the strongest associations seen for severe patterns, according to a study published onlin

Updated on: June 01,2024

RA linked to restrictive, obstructive spirometry patterns

(HealthDay)—Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is associated with restrictive and obstructive spirometry patterns, with the strongest associations seen for severe patterns, according to a study published onlin

Updated on:June 01,2024

Breast-feeding might reduce moms' odds of rheumatoid arthritis

Study in China finds risk cut nearly in half after nursing.(HealthDay)—Women who breast-feed may have a lower risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis later in life, new research suggests.Researchers a

Updated on: March 24,2024

Breast-feeding might reduce moms' odds of rheumatoid arthritis

Study in China finds risk cut nearly in half after nursing.(HealthDay)—Women who breast-feed may have a lower risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis later in life, new research suggests.Researchers a

Updated on:March 24,2024