 Treating Gum Disease Could Improve Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Posted on Fri, 12 Jun 2009 10:23:58 by Kristian Hurley
Scientists have found yet another excellent reason to take care of your teeth. Researchers from Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine and University Hospitals of Cleveland reported in the Journal of Periodontology that patients who suffered from both severe rheumatoid arthritis and gum disease showed a reduction in arthritic pain, number of swollen joints and the degree of morning stiffness when doctors eliminated infection and inflammation in the gums. It should be noted that according to one study researcher, Dr. Nabil Bissada, D.D.S., gum disease tends to be prevalent in rheumatoid arthritis patients. Both are inflammatory diseases and share similarities in the progression of the disease over time. According to Dr. Bissada, this news is exciting as it adds a new intervention for physicians in treating rheumatoid arthritis
Read the full press release:
http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2009-05/cwru-tgd052809.php
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Learn Exhibit – Take a Stroll through the Human Immune System
Posted on Thu, 11 Jun 2009 11:57:20 by Kristian Hurley
Today in Copenhagen, Denmark Abbott will unveil a new traveling exhibition called LEARN. The exhibit provides a walking tour of the immune system and its response to autoimmune diseases. The exhibit has been developed to engage the senses, making information on the science of autoimmunity easily accessible for the general public. Visitors can walk around inside a replica of a vein within the body, and see the body attack itself all while learning more about autoimmunity and helping to spread awareness of autoimmune diseases.
To see pictures and videos of the unique exhibit, check out their website: http://www.learnexpo.info/index.htm
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AARDA at BIO International Convention May 18-21, 2009
Posted on Wed, 03 Jun 2009 15:12:18 by Kristian Hurley
 I attended the BIO International Convention in Atlanta, GA May 18-21, 2009 to exhibit within their Patient & Health Advocate Display. The BIO convention drew more than 15,000 medical researchers, patient advocates, biotech and pharmaceutical representatives from all over the globe to discuss the cutting edge in biotechnology. As an exhibitor during this conference AARDA had the opportunity to talk with researchers about the issues facing autoimmune disease patients and bring to the forefront the need for new research and discovery in the field of autoimmunity research and discovery.
At our booth we had the opportunity to talk with other patient advocate organizations to share information and find ways in which we could collaborate to better serve the patients we represented. There were representatives from the National Medical Association promoting minority involvement in therapeutic clinical trials, National Coalition of Autoimmune Patient Groups member NORD or National Organization for Rare Disorders was also in attendance, along with folks from RetireSafe who shared AAR DA’s commitment to healthcare reform and the extraordinary importance of advocating for patient choice of physician and health plan provider within any reform of the healthcare system.
Conferences such as these allow AARDA staff to continue to form alliances, gain up to date information on the latest in research and technology, and most importantly to continue to ensure that researchers and biotech firms all over the world understand autoimmunity from the perspective of the patient suffering with autoimmune diseases.
For more information on the BIO Conference Atlanta 2009 Check out the following sites:
http://convention.bio.org/ - Convention highlights and Information
http://iambiotech.org/category/bio09/ - Blog featuring podcast and interesting news coverage of the BIO Conference 2009
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New Bill Could Authorize $43 Million for New Autoimmune Disease Research, Awareness, and Education
Posted on Thu, 28 May 2009 10:35:40 by Kristian Hurley
 April 23, Rep. Patrick J. Kennedy (D-RI) re-introduced the Prevention, Awareness, and Research of Autoimmune Diseases (PARAiD) Act of 2009. The legislation would authorize the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to spend up to $43 million dollars on new research, awareness, and education for autoimmune diseases. The legislation would focus on the following five areas:
* Research on Environmental Triggers of Autoimmune Diseases
* Grants to Increase Awareness of Autoimmune Diseases
* Grants for Education on Relationship Between Autoimmune Diseases and Mental Illness
* Loan Repayment Program Regarding Physician Research on Autoimmune Diseases
* Research and Database on Biomarkers of Autoimmune Diseases
AARDA will be working with the National Coalition of Autoimmune Patient Groups (NCAPG) as well as autoimmune patients, their families, and friends to launch a national grassroots advocacy campaign to support this effort. If you would like to be a part of the effort, please forward your email address to khurley@aarda.org .
Read the full press release for more details… http://www.aarda.org/press_release_display.php?ID=50
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Social Networking for a Cure
Posted on Thu, 28 May 2009 10:29:33 by Kristian Hurley
With more than 50 million people logging into Facebook everyday it is without a doubt the most powerful forum for social networking today. That’s why AARDA has decided to get involved! We now have a Facebook group where members can see frequent updates on AARDA events and services, interact with other autoimmune disease patients, and help raise funds through Facebook. Are you a part of the Facebook community? If so, join the group and begin advocating for AARDA within your social network.
Click the following link to join:Join AARDA on Facebook!. If you are not a member of Facebook accounts are FREE so sign up today (www.facebook.com) and join AARDA’s online network of supporters.
AARDA also has a linkedIn Group-Join today! AARDA on LinkedIn
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