An arthritis support group tailored for the needs of senior citizens, sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation, will meet Thurs.,June 5, 12:30 to 2 p.m. at the West Islip Senior Citizen Center, 90 Higbie Ln., West Islip. The topic is Rheumatic Syndrome and Inflammatory Arthritis Issues Introduced.
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Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic disease that causes inflammation in the joints and other organs throughout the body. It is called an autoimmune disorder, because it is believed that the body’s immune system accidentally mistakes its own tissues for foreign invaders.
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It’s slimy, with a texture similar to motor oil. It’s in clinical trials now around the country. And if the highly purified mixture of hyaluronic acid works as expected, the clear liquid could offer breakthrough relief in just a few years to millions of Americans who suffer from debilitating arthritis of the ankle. If that happens, it’ll also bring windfall profits to venture capital firms that …
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A Swedish study suggests that breast-feeding reduces a mother?s risk of rheumatoid arthritis.
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