Vagus nerve stimulation may tame autoimmune diseases
The next big advance in treating diseases like rheumatoid arthritis could be tiny pulses of electricity delivered to the vagus nerve.
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A new test could save arthritis patients time, money and pain. But will it be used?
Stories of chronic pain, drug-hopping, and insurance meddling are all too common among patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Precision medicine offers new hope.
Blockbuster drug Humira finally faces lower-cost rivals
After years of being the world's best-selling drug, Humira faces competition from copycat versions known as biosimilars. One called Yusimry costs a $1,000 or less.
Why Hoarding Of Hydroxychloroquine Needs To Stop
Despite Trump's public remarks, infectious disease experts say it's premature to think hydroxychloroquine will help against COVID-19. And patients with lupus or rheumatoid arthritis rely on the drug.
FDA-Approved Knock-Offs Of Biotech Drugs Could Safely Save Big Bucks
Drugs that consist of proteins and antibodies typically made by living organisms represent the new frontier in drug industry competition.