How has COVID-19 Affected Rheumatic Diseases?
From physical activity levels, to T-cell immune responses and quality of life, COVID-19 has impacted the lives of patients with rheumatic diseases. Take 5 minutes to catch up on the latest COVID-19 news.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Quiz: Physical Activity During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Physical activity is known to improve function, quality of life, and pain in rheumatoid arthritis. How has the pandemic affected patients’ participation in physical activity? Test your knowledge with this quiz.
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Physical Activity Decreased in Patients With RA During COVID-19 Pandemic
For patients with rheumatoid arthritis, reduced levels of PA may impact disease activity, increase the likelihood of obesity, and may even lead to more frequent hospitalizations.
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COVID-19 Booster May Enhance T-cell Immune Response in Rituximab-Treated Patients With RA
While patients with rheumatoid arthritis on rituximab therapy have been reported to have insufficient serological responses to the COVID-19 vaccine, T cells, which protect against severe COVID-19, may be elevated after a third dose.
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Diagnosis of Rheumatic Diseases Unaffected by COVID-19
"Understanding the effects of the pandemic on specific areas of health care is crucial for future planning in both the immediate and longer term," stated investigators.
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Overdrive Podcast: Impact of COVID-19 on Quality of Life of Patients With Rheumatic Disease
On this month's episode of Overdrive, Rheumatology Network interviewed Courtney Wells, PhD, MPH, MSW, to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the quality of life of patients with rheumatic conditions, focusing on perceived risk and decision making.
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