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COVID-19


Browse news, expert commentary, and educational content on COVID-19.


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Doctor with stethoscope and glowing coronavirus cell - medicine and innovation concept.

24-10-2022 | COVID-19 | News

Prophylactic antivirals may help prevent symptomatic COVID-19 in rituximab-treated patients

Pre-exposure prophylaxis with tixagevimab and cilgavimab may be an effective strategy to prevent symptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infection among people with rheumatic diseases treated with rituximab, suggest findings from a real-world study.

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30-08-2022 | COVID-19 | News

Studies bolster evidence for COVID-19 vaccination in young people with RMDs

Findings from three studies provide further support for the effectiveness and safety of COVID-19 vaccines in young people with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases.

Covid-19 antigen self-tests positive, buffer bottles and thin black-rimmed glasses

25-08-2022 | COVID-19 | News

‘Substantial improvement’ in COVID-19 outcomes over time for RMD patients

The proportion of people with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases experiencing severe COVID-19 has declined since the beginning of the pandemic, particularly during the recent Omicron wave, US researchers report.

COVID-19 guidance for rheumatologists

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