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Sun exposure may trigger certain autoimmune diseases in women

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from sunlight may be associated with the development of certain autoimmune diseases, particularly in women, according to a study by researchers at the National Institute of Environmental Health ...

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created Jul 30, 2009 | popularity 1 / 5 (1) | comments 1




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Mortality rates for pediatric rheumatology patients significantly lower than previously reported

A recent study by researchers from the Cleveland Clinic found that the overall mortality rate in the U.S. for all pediatric patients with rheumatic diseases was not worse than the age and sex-adjusted population. Furthermore, ...

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created Jan 28, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Researchers link inflammatory diseases to increased cardiovascular risk

Patients suffering from two serious autoimmune disorders which cause muscular inflammation are at increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease, says a group of Montreal researchers. Dr. Christian A. Pineau and his ...

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created Sep 01, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0


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