BOSTON, Jan. 29 (UPI) — U.S. and German scientists say they have determined gene therapy can reduce symptoms in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
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Endo recognized by Arthritis Foundation (Delaware County Times)
CHADDS FORD — Endo Pharmaceuticals received a 2008 arthritis Foundation trophy earlier this week for its participation in the organization’s 19th annual Jingle Bell Run.
Process found to play role in rheumatoid arthritis could lead to new treatment (PhysOrg)
Although the origin of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) remains unclear, bioactive proteins known as cytokines, particularly TNF? and IL-6, which are involved in inflammation, play a major role in the disease by contributing to joint and tissue destruction. Placenta growth factor (PIGF), another cytokine, has been thought to be critical for a new blood vessel formation [...]
