Latest Rheumatology News
U.S. Spends More on Health Care, but Has Worse Life Expectancy
by modernClinician Editorial Team
The United States spends substantially more than any other wealthy nation on health care, yet it has a lower life expectancy and a higher suicide rate than other wealthy nations, according to a January data brief released by the Commonwealth Fund.
ACA Tied to Narrowing of Disparities in Access to Care
by modernClinician Editorial Team
The Affordable Care Act has reduced disparities in access to health care among black, Hispanic, and white adults, according to a January data brief released by the Commonwealth Fund.
Poll: Older Adults Frequently Use Online Physician Ratings
by modernClinician Editorial Team
Older adults commonly use online ratings to choose a doctor, according to a report published online Jan. 6 based on the results of the University of Michigan National Poll on Healthy Aging.
Patients With Rheumatic Disease Often Have Trouble Accessing Care
by modernClinician Editorial Team
Americans with rheumatic disease struggle to access affordable specialty care, according to a national patient survey released by the American College of Rheumatology in conjunction with Rheumatic Disease Awareness Month.
Lung Ultrasound Predicts Progression of Interstitial Lung Abnormalities in RA
Serum Carotenoid Levels Have Positive Impact on COPD Health Status
Research Challenges Fusion for Lumbar Degenerative Spondylolisthesis
Treatment Satisfaction Higher for Patients With RA Choosing Their Own Treatment
Digitally Supported Care Model Improves Serum Urate Target Attainment in Gout
Few Meet Major Clinical Response Criteria After Treatment Escalation for Lupus
Response to Autologous HSCT Durable for Patients With Systemic Sclerosis
Postoperative Complications Elevated for Patients With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus