Shingles, or Herpes Zoster, is the “reawakening” of the Chicken Pox virus, which could become a serious complication for those with autoimmune diseases. Dr. Chris Mecoli explains what Shingles is, how it presents, and how one can take preventative measures against it.
Dr. Myma Albayda, Director of the Musculoskeletal Ultrasound and Injection Clinic, talks about what a joint injection is, why a patient would benefit from it, what the risks are, as well as what the procedure entails.
Dr. Ana-Maria Orbai speaks with newly-diagnosed Psoriatic Arthritis patient Suzanne about how Psoriatic Arthritis affects her daily life. Dr. Orbai offers some helpful tips to specifically help Suzanne with fatigue.
This video covers the step by step procedure of a joint injection.
Nurse Vicky Ruffing and Dr. Erika Darrah speak about the existing barriers of immunizations, as well as why it is so important for people with a rheumatic disease to keep up to date with their vaccines.
Dr. Bartlett shares a recent research update on fatigue and Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Pain, Physical Function, and Worry (But Not Depression and Poor Sleep) Lead to Greater Fatigue in RA
