Sticking With Meds Lowers Lupus Patients' Diabetes Risk

FRIDAY, Feb. 21, 2020 -- Taking their medications as prescribed significantly lowers lupus patients' risk of developing diabetes, a new study finds.

Type 2 diabetes is a common complication of lupus, an autoimmune disease that can cause damaging inflammation in many organs, as well as rashes, fatigue and joint pain.

Rheumatoid Arthritis, Low Folate Levels Raise Heart Risks

MONDAY, March 2, 2020 -- Low folate levels are associated with an increased risk of heart disease death in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a new study suggests.

People with RA have a 60% increased risk of dying from heart disease, but the reasons have been unclear.

Study Probes Side Effects of Methotrexate, Used for Psoriasis, Rheumatoid Arthritis

TUESDAY, Feb. 18, 2020 -- Many Americans battling autoimmune illnesses such as rheumatoid arthritis or psoriasis turn to a long-used drug, methotrexate, for relief.

But until now there's been little comprehensive research on side effects tied to the drug.