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Although most studies indicated a positive trend of yogurt intake on bone health, the evidence was insufficient to support that yogurt intake helps in BMD improvements or fracture prevention in adults.

“The data on leucovorin isn’t very strong… At best it can be mildly beneficial in some patients with autism. It’s not going to cure it. It’s just going to cause a massive headache for rheumatologists since they actually need to prescribe leucovorin to people with RA on methotrexate who can’t tolerate folic acid.” —Family medicine physician

“Living with mysterious symptoms while being dismissed is one of the most isolating experiences you can go through… On the outside, I looked fine. Inside, I was barely surviving.” – Erika Schlick, Health Coach & Wellness Advocate

Patients on rilonacept experienced more days with no or minimal pericarditis symptoms (81% vs. 25%; p < 0.001) and more persistent clinical response at 16 weeks (81% vs. 20%; p < 0.001) compared with placebo.

After implantation during a minimally invasive outpatient procedure, the SetPoint device is programmed to automatically administer therapy on a predetermined schedule for up to 10 years, simplifying care for people living with RA.

Nationwide analysis of more than 75,000 patients reveals consistent CKD risk elevation across all age groups and genders, with strongest associations in patients requiring frequent clinical interventions.