NIAMS Lupus Clinical Trials Unit chief Dr. Sarfaraz Hasni and members of his team joined Montgomery Council yesterday for their #LupusAwarenessMonth proclamation. Dr. Hasni made public remarks expressing gratitude to the #LupusWarriors for making clinical trials possible.

A NIAMS and National Cancer Institute study has uncovered a connection between a benign nail condition and a rare cancer predisposition syndrome.
Watch senior author Dr. Edward Cowen brief the findings below. Read the full press release here: go.nih.gov/RUwDLPQ

A bone mineral density test (BMD) measures calcium and other minerals in bone. Bones containing more minerals tend to be stronger and less likely to break. Visit our website to learn more about BMD: go.nih.gov/UGKjFWF

Arthritis affects over 50 million people in the US – and we are dedicated to supporting research into its causes, prevention, and treatment.

Watch this video to see #ArthritisExplained .

#ArthritisAwarenessMonth

May is National Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month. Did you know that vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium? Together with calcium, vitamin D helps protect you from developing osteoporosis. bit.ly/3UHWiwh

Thank you for joining ORWH for #NWHW . You can still check out the ORWH #NWHW website with info on all the events and materials that were celebrated this week: bit.ly/3QCF3LT

Earlier this month was the NIAMS 3rd annual Community Trail Cleanup! Over 40 staff, including director Dr. Lindsey Criswell, split into three groups to clean several local Maryland parks. A huge THANK YOU to everyone who participated and made a positive impact.

Research news: Bicycling reduces frequent knee pain and other symptoms of knee osteoarthritis, according to a #NIAMSfunded study.

🔒Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise - read the abstract: journals.lww.com/acsm-msse/abst…

Next week! Join us at #NIDCR ’s 236th National Advisory Dental & Craniofacial Research Council meeting on May 22 at 8:30 a.m. ET for talks from the Dr. Monica M. Bertagnolli, the NIAMS Director Dr. Lindsey Criswell, & more! More details at go.nih.gov/gBpm9OS

La fibromialgia es un trastorno duradero que puede causar dolor, sensibilidad en el cuerpo, fatiga y dificultad para dormir. Aunque cualquier persona puede verse afectada, las mujeres son más propensas que los hombres a tener #fibromialgia . Lee más: go.nih.gov/EswzqBc

Updates to NIH reporting of minority health and health disparities research categories will enhance the accuracy and transparency of NIH research investments. Learn about what these changes mean in this Director’s Message by Dr. Eliseo J. Pérez-Stable. bit.ly/44GrNvf

Fibromyalgia is a long-lasting disorder that can cause pain and tenderness throughout the body, fatigue, and trouble sleeping. While anyone can get fibromyalgia, it is more common in #women than men. Learn more: go.nih.gov/c1RE8vo
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News: A study of endurance training in animals found molecular changes throughout the body that could help explain the beneficial effects of exercise on health.
Read more from NIH: nih.gov/news-events/ni…

#Osteoporosis is a silent disease, meaning you may not even know you have it until you break a bone. Tests to help determine if you have osteoporosis are recommended for women at higher risk of developing osteoporosis and women older than 65. ow.ly/kCpq50RC8lO #NWHW2024

What is lupus?

It’s a chronic disease that occurs when the immune system, which normally helps protect the body from infection and disease, attacks its own tissues instead.

Watch this video to see #LupusExplained .

#LupusAwarenessMonth #NWHW

La artritis reumatoide es una enfermedad autoinmunitaria crónica (de larga duración) que afecta sobre todo las articulaciones. Afortunadamente, los tratamientos actuales pueden ayudar a las personas con esta enfermedad a llevar vidas productivas. go.nih.gov/3IBVBUy

On 5/15, NIH Women's Health will host the #8thAnnualVPS . The symposium is named after the office’s first full-time director, Dr. Vivian Pinn, a remarkable woman leader who has made history in her pursuit of scientific discovery. Read about Dr. Pinn’s career: bit.ly/44AtB9l #NWHW

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disease that mostly affects joints. It is more common in #women than men. Fortunately, current treatments can help people with the disease to lead productive lives. Learn more: go.nih.gov/FeWtkGr
#NWHW #ArthritisAwareness

New videos: This #NWHW , meet Dr. Diana Dou of @stanfordmed, lead author of an exciting study offering new clues as to why most people with autoimmune diseases are #women .

Learn more about her and this important #NIAMSfunded research: go.nih.gov/SlIhWWw

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🎉 Happy National Women’s Health Week! Join us, along with womenshealth.gov, in celebrating with other 2024 #NWHW Ambassadors this week as we help shine a light on health issues and priorities affecting women across the lifespan. womenshealth.gov/nwhw/ambassado…