Ex-R.I. lawmaker given 37-month prison term Feb 23, 2008
says Humira OK'd for juvenile arthritis Abbott Laboratories Inc. said its blockbuster arthritis drug, Humira, can now be used to treat juvenile rheumatoid arthritis in patients 4 years and older with moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis, thanks to Food and Drug Administration approval. Patients will get injections once every two weeks. (Boston Globe)
Abbott gets OK for Humira in children's arthritis Feb 23, 2008
The Food and Drug Administration approved the new use based on studies showing that children with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis had fewer symptoms while taking the drug. The disease affects about 50,000 children in the U.S., according to North Chicago-based Abbott. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Abbott's HUMIRA(R) (adalimumab) Receives FDA Approval For Moderate to Severe Chronic Plaque Psoriasis Jan 19, 2008
In May 2007, Abbott announced it had also submitted an FDA regulatory application for HUMIRA to treat juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and an EMEA regulatory application for HUMIRA to treat juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Clinical trials are currently underway evaluating the potential of HUMIRA in ulcerative colitis. (PR Newswire)
Enbrel Works For Kids With Psoriasis Jan 18, 2008
Enbrel has been approved for the treatment of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, but it had not been studied in children with psoriasis until now, Paller tells WebMD. ... He adds that the safety of the drug in children has been shown in juvenile rheumatoid arthritis studies. (CBS News)
Adult Drug Effective in Treating Psoriasis in Children Jan 17, 2008
Paller said the researchers chose etanercept, because it's already being used to treat children with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and appears to be safe in that population. The study volunteers, all between the ages of 4 and 17, were randomly assigned to receive 12 weeks of once-weekly injections of 0. (U.S. News & World Report)
Arthritis affects kids, forces long trips for treatment Dec 5, 2007
But this study and other evidence suggest that from 50,000 to 100,000 kids in the USA suffer from juvenile rheumatoid arthritis ... But kids with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis who do get the proper treatment can avoid long-term damage and can live a near-normal life, White says. (USA Today -- News)
Lyme disease spreading through suburbs Nov 10, 2007
were diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. All of the afflicted children also presented with the erythema migrans rash a condition known to be spread by ticks. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Drugs Can Ease Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis Nov 10, 2007
FRIDAY, Nov. 9 (HealthDay News) -- Certain drugs may be effective in treating juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, according to studies presented this week at the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) meeting in Boston. One study found that abatacept, used to treat adults with moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis, may be a well-tolerated treatment for children and adolescents with severe, treatment-resistant juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, also known as juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). (Health-Finder)
Shriners look for orthopedic patients Oct 22, 2007
Treatment also is offered for orthopedic problems associated with spina bifida, polio, cerebral palsy and juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. For more information or to make an appointment, call 941-4466. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
A profession is born to help people navigate the health care maze Oct 19, 2007
Margalit Mathan and Peter August found themselves caught in a maze of medical appointments and conflicting professional opinions when their 7-year-old daughter developed serious eye problems related to her juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. The Berkeley family decided to consult yet another professional. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Kids put stock in tradition Oct 18, 2007
Battling a steer and arthritis, this Molino girl is part of a fading tradition " youths raising livestock for show. Troy Moon It was a tug-of-war that LaNora Hall was determined to win.She pulled, she tugged, she dug her heels into thick slop and pulled harder.But it's hard to get a 1,300-pound Black Angus steer to budge if it doesn't want to. Especially when you're only 8 years old and weigh 63 pounds. It's even harder when you're an 8-year-old with systemic juvenile rheumatoid arthritis."Come... (Pensacola News Journal)
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Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis. Myelodysplasia, Spina Bifida. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
3 health walks held Saturday Sep 9, 2007
So did Brittany Mitchell, eighth grade student from Joplin, who was diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis when she was 7. She said that Joplin doesn't have an Arthritis Walk, and Pittsburg is the nearest walk to her. (SunOnline)
McPherson shares NW Arkansas lead Sep 8, 2007
"Ended up being in the bed and through therapy for 11 months and diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.". Looking back, McPherson says that accident might have helped her. (ESPN -- Golf)
Complications Arise From HPV Vaccine Aug 30, 2007
An increased risk of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, "a deforming, devastating, lifelong disease, is being watched for.". A recent August 27, 2007, Association of American Physicians and Surgeons News Release AAPS reports additional adverse effects from the HPV vaccine. (Newsmax)
Islam in USA Aug 21, 2007
She relaxes by mowing the lawn; juvenile rheumatoid arthritis forced her to give up running. She kept her name when she married her husband, a Baghdad-born Egyptian engineer whom she met while working with Afghan refugees in Pakistan in the '80s. (USA Today)
Orthopedics Practice Opens SatelliteOffice in Southbury Aug 8, 2007
Dr. Miller has co-authored medical treatises on fibromyalgia, Reiter's syndrome and juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, and has been involved in more than 80 clinical research projects. He treats autoimmune diseases, such as systemic lupus, scleroderma and polymyositis and metabolic diseases of the bone, such as osteoporosis. (Voices, CT)
7-year-old fights to beat neuroblastoma Jul 21, 2007
At first, they thought she had juvenile rheumatoid arthritis or rheumatic fever. In time, doctors discovered cancer in Eden s bone marrow, and soon thereafter they detected a five-centimeter-square tumor behind her liver. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Despite own woes, teen raises cash to help other kids Jul 15, 2007
It was all to help other children just like him who have juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, or JRA.. The inaugural Jon Jon s Christmas in July Carnival, complete with a dunk tank, pony rides, face painting, storytelling, cotton candy and snow cones, was held recently at the Clarks Summit Fire Hall and attracted more than 400 people. (Scranton Times, PA)
Arthritis walk to be held at Brandt/Quirk Park May 31, 2007
Over 4,500 children in Wisconsin alone suffer from juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, which, as of now, has no cure. ADVERTISEMENT. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
A too-limited view of Vioxx May 26, 2007
And Vioxx was subsequently studied and approved as a first-line medication for sufferers of rheumatoid arthritis, migraines, and juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. JAMES C. FITZPATRICK New York The writer is outside counsel for Merck & Co., maker of Vioxx. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Toddler to set the pace at Medina Arthritis Walk May 4, 2007
Fitzgerald has juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and will be a VIP at this weekend's Medina Arthritis Walk ... About 50,000 children have juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, making it one of the most common childhood diseases in the United States ... Unlike arthritis in older adults, which is typically brought on by joint stress and overuse, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease, meaning that an overactive immune system attacks the joints, causing inflammation, stiffness, pain and... (Akron Beacon Journal, OH -- Living)
Arthritic Shelton woman with new knees now plans to dance at her wedding Apr 30, 2007
Forsberg, 44, was diagnosed at age 7 with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, and endured pain for years. But Forsberg says her fianc. (New Haven Register, CT)
• It's his lucky day Apr 30, 2007
About three weeks ago - after a year of Bismarck doctors misdiagnosing his leg pain as growing pains or juvenile rheumatoid arthritis - his parents insisted more tests be done ... A couple of tests didn't come up with anything and he was sent to an orthopedic specialist who, without doing any tests, determined it was growing pains and the onset of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Plano girl activist for arthritis Apr 16, 2007
She also suffers daily from the pain of Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA). When Emily was just seven her parents, Ed and Susan Zagorski, knew something was wrong with their daughter when she limped and had a hard time getting up. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Rheumatoid Arthritis Drug May Help Treat Type 2 Diabetes Apr 12, 2007
WEDNESDAY, April 11 (HealthDay News) -- A drug designed to treat juvenile rheumatoid arthritis may also be helpful for managing type 2 diabetes, new research suggests. The study found that daily injections of anakinra led to a drop in long-term levels of glucose in the blood, while they increased in people given a placebo. (Forbes)
Abbott Opens New Biotechnology Manufacturing Facility in Puerto Rico Apr 11, 2007
HUMIRA is also being studied in juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis as well as pediatric Crohn's disease and pediatric psoriasis. Important Safety Information Globally, prescribing information varies; refer to the individual country product label for complete information. (PR Newswire)
Kids' 'growing pains' may be something more, experts say Apr 9, 2007
These include trauma from a fracture or sprain; inflammation from a disease such as juvenile rheumatoid arthritis; developmental illnesses; neurological problems; or even cancer. A practitioner can t just say, It s growing pains, see you later, Wagner said. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Aspiring to inspire: Local youths form team to create culture exchange with Africa Mar 4, 2007
The drugs she took for the pain from juvenile rheumatoid arthritis stunted her growth to just short of 5 feet. Reh is now turning to the community for help, but not for herself. (North County Times)
Biotech startups find a home Feb 6, 2007
Dr. Steven Spalding, a pediatric rheumatologist at Children s Hospital of Pittsburgh, positions the hand of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis patient 16-year-old Alison Fritz, into position to be scanned by a digital camera in Pittsburgh ... PITTSBURGH Doctors detected 16-year-old Alison Fritz s juvenile rheumatoid arthritis through traditional methods of diagnosis: talking with her, examining her joints and studying samples of her blood ... At Children s Hospital of Pittsburgh, Fritz, the juvenile... (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Pa. group nurtures biotech startups to spur regional growth Feb 6, 2007
group nurtures biotech startups to spur regional growth By DANIEL LOVERING, AP Business Writer, The Associated Press02/05/2007 Doctors detected 16-year-old Alison Fritz's juvenile rheumatoid arthritis through traditional methods of diagnosis: talking with her, examining her joints and studying samples of her blood ... At Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Fritz, the juvenile rheumatoid arthritis patient, has been undergoing tests as part of initial clinical trials for the camera and software... (NEPA News, PA)
NEVER say never Jan 31, 2007
Also a volleyball standout who will walk on at Mississippi State next year, Bauman was diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis as a freshman. Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, or JRA, is an inflammation of the joints most prevalent in children. (Shoals TimesDaily)
Imaging technology allows docs to help arthritis patients Jan 27, 2007
With the participation of between 30 and 40 children with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and adults with rheumatoid arthritis, the researchers will see how the technology compares to standard physical assessment, both when one expert does repeated exams of a joint and when different doctors weigh in. So far, study participants seem to like the technology. (The Standard-Times, MA)
New drugs relieve, may cure, rheumatoid arthritis Jan 21, 2007
When the disease occurs in children, it is known as juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is a long-term, progressive disease; it tends to get worse over time. (North County Times)
Hockey Player Reaches Goal Dec 28, 2006
He was hospitalized the next day, and spent nearly a year in the hospital battling a rare complication of Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis. It caused respiratory and renal failure, and multiple skin grafts to more than 60 percent of his body. (R News)
Don't Expect Big Push for Celebrex for Juvenile Arthritis Dec 2, 2006
THURSDAY, Nov. 30 (HealthDay News) -- A U.S. government advisory panel's recommendation to allow Celebrex to be used for children with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis isn't likely to change the treatment landscape dramatically ... "We're not sure exactly what the role of this drug is going to be in the treatment of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis," Ilowite continued ... The Food and Drug Administration panel voted 15-1 on Wednesday that the benefits of the drug for children with juvenile rheumatoid... (MEDLINEplus)
FDA Panel Backs Celebrex for Kids with Arthritis Dec 1, 2006
Says benefits outweigh potential risks to those with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis ... WEDNESDAY, Nov. 29 (HealthDay News) -- A U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisory panel recommended Wednesday that use of the painkiller Celebrex be expanded to treat children with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis ... The panel, a committee of doctors and other specialists, voted 15-1 that the benefits of the drug for children with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA) outweigh the shortage of proof on its... (MEDLINEplus)
Health Highlights: Nov. 29, 2006 Nov 30, 2006
A bid by Pfizer Inc. to expand U.S. approval of its painkiller Celebrex to include treatment of children with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA) may fall short, suggest U.S. Food and Drug Administration documents released Tuesday. It's estimated that as many as 60,000 children in the United States have JRA, which causes painful joint swelling and can affect growth and development, the Associated Press reported. (Forbes)
FDA panel OKs Celebrex use for children Nov 30, 2006
In a 15-1 vote, the advisers said the benefits of the drug outweighed its risks for juvenile rheumatoid arthritis patients 2 and older ... Earlier, the FDA's arthritis advisory committee voted unanimously to say the drug was an effective treatment for juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, which affects as many as 60,000 U.S. children. (Herald Online, SC -- Health)
FDA advisers back Celebrex for children despite risks Nov 30, 2006
Because children with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis could be prescribed Celebrex or other painkillers for years, Pfizer should establish a patient registry to track such health indicators as blood pressure and kidney function for as long as three decades, the panel said ... Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis affects as many as 60,000 children in the United States. (Boston Globe -- Business)
U.S. drug reviewers question Pfizer pain drug data Nov 29, 2006
WASHINGTON U.S. drug reviewers have questioned Pfizer Inc.'s data showing the pain reliever Celebrex was as effective as an older drug in treating juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, a summary released Tuesday said ... Nonetheless, there are limitations to the design of this non-inferiority trial that raise questions about whether it provides adequate evidence of efficacy of celecoxib in juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, FDA staff reviewers said in a summary prepared for the panel meeting ... While... (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Painkiller's use in children sought Nov 27, 2006
According to the National Institutes of Health , about 1 in 1,000 children in the United States has juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, a chronic ailment. They have swollen, tender joints, and can have enlarged livers and spleens as well as swollen lymph nodes. (Boston Globe -- Nation)
Doctor goes the extra mile for a young patient Nov 3, 2006
"It was unclear whether he was going to survive. Dr. Rob Humphreys met young Cal Livingston last December when he was brought in to Strong Memorial Hospital. The 17-year-old junior from Geneseo is a scholar athlete excelling in both football and hockey. A rare life threatening complication from his mild form of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis left him virtually bedridden for most of the past year. "He came in the room every day talked medical stuff. He was always there for me, said Cal. Dr.... (10NBC.com, NY)
Arthritis Walk set for Saturday at hospital Nov 3, 2006
Easterling stressed the need for a pediatric rheumatologist because there are thousands of children and adolescents in the state affected by juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. Jemison High School senior Erin Whatley was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis at age 14. (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
Arthritis awareness event set for Saturday Oct 30, 2006
Their four-year-old daughter, Carissa, who is this year's Jingle Bell Junior Ambassador, is one of only a handful of area children struggling with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. e are walking to help bring attention to this disease, said Laura Winters. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
Know your healthcare options when open enrollment comes around Oct 26, 2006
But then a few years ago my daughter, Olivia, was diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. Within a month of that diagnosis, she developed a rare complication of the disease. (Boston Globe)
My child has rheumatoid arthritis Oct 12, 2006
What are the long-term effects of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis ... Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is similar to the adult form ... In general the outlook for juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is better than that of the adult form and complete remission can occur in 75 percent of patients. (iAfrica.com)
Children tell stories of overcoming difficulties Oct 11, 2006
She has been diagnosed with hypothyroidism, hypoparathyroidism, growth hormone deficiency, vision problems, congenital radial head dislocation, frequent ear infections that ultimately led to her having 50 percent hearing loss in her right ear and juvenile rheumatoid arthritis that required her to temporarily use a wheelchair. Throughout all of this, my family was there for me with great love and support, she said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Doctor Says You Can Prevent Cancer Through Diet Oct 3, 2006
He says another girl made a complete recovery from juvenile rheumatoid arthritis in three months without medication through dietary changes. Krista Schwabe of Lakeland hasn't read Fuhrman's book, but she finds his argument persuasive. (The Ledger)
Former Gamecock Earns LPGA Tour Card Sep 21, 2006
The 2003 NCAA Woman of the Year in the state of South Carolina, McPherson was also presented with the 2003 Honda Inspiration Award for overcoming Stills Disease (Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis). She earned her degree in sport and entertainment management in 2003 and was recognized as an SEC Great at the 2006 SEC Women's Basketball Tournament played in Little Rock, Ark. (Uscsports.com)
Benefit planned for little girl with rare diseases Sep 17, 2006
Before Brooks went overseas with an Army National Guard unit from Peoria, his younger daughter, who is 8, had been diagnosed with systemic juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, the most common form of arthritis in children ... Doctors told the family that Mackenzie is the only patient they know of anywhere who has both juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and the lung disease at the same time ... What: Benefit for Mackenzie Brooks, 8, of Heyworth, who has a rare combination of systematic juvenile rheumatoid... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Maternal Profiling Sep 17, 2006
Kiki and her daughter and her young son (who suffered from juvenile rheumatoid arthritis) were forced onto welfare. The more I thought about the film, the more worked up I got. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Stepping Up-Waverly toddler to lead Arthritis Walk as Youth Honoree Sep 15, 2006
After two months, he diagnosed Ellie with polyarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis in her left and right elbows, left and right knees and left ankle joint ... The Neuendorfs are advocating for more Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA) information being provided to local family physicians and orthopedic surgeons for quicker diagnoses; more funding for JRA research; and more incentive for medical students to become pediatric rheumatologists. (Waverly County Independent, IO)
November Arthritis Walk on its way Sep 7, 2006
Erin is 17 years old and has been diagnosed with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis. She has been through some tough times dealing with her disease and would like to make everyone aware that kids get arthritis too. (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
Candidates face off, briefly Sep 6, 2006
"I think the forum was helpful," said Sorensen, 41, who has juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. "We'll tell them what the candidates said and ... let them make the decision for themselves.". (SunSpot.net)
Boy hopes to expand arthritis awareness Aug 28, 2006
Ryan, a counselor at the camp, has juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and juvenile dermatomyositis ... Ryan was diagnosed at age 6 with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and juvenile dermatomyositis, a disease causing a skin rash and weak muscles in children ... Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system begins to attack healthy cells and tissues instead of fighting off bacteria and viruses. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Moslem Shriners host mini-clinic Aug 25, 2006
Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. The hospital in Cincinnati treats patients with healed burns who have developed orthopedic complications, scarring and limb deformity. (The News-Herald)
HUMAN MATTERS: Our prudish tendencies don't fit every situation Aug 6, 2006
At age 12, Ray was diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. By age 15, he used crutches. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Life)
Science saves kids from crippling rheumatoid arthritis Jun 21, 2006
Rounds of doctor appointments later, the Smiths learned that Emily's unusual symptoms were caused by juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, or JRA, an inflammation of the joints that can last months or years ... In some children, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is resolved with medication, but it can dog others into adulthood ... Like other forms of juvenile arthritis, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease in which a child's body mistakenly attacks healthy cells, specifically the... (USA Today)
Bracco recalls depression in memoir Jun 3, 2006
Bracco and Olmos married in 1994 and a year later Stella got "desperately ill" with systemic juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, she said. "It was one thing after another, terrible stress bringing me down," Bracco wrote. (Washington Times, DC)
Poorer Kids with Juvenile Arthritis Fare Worse Jun 1, 2006
TUESDAY, May 30 (HealthDay News) -- Lower family income can reduce quality of life for kids with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, a new study of Medicaid recipients shows. Children who live in low-income families suffer more disability and have a lower health-related quality of life than those in middle- or high-income families, according to study in the June issue of the journal Arthritis Care rch. (MEDLINEplus)
Program Ups Calcium Intake in Kids with Arthritis Jun 1, 2006
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A behavioral intervention can increase dietary calcium levels and subsequent bone mineral content in children with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, according to a report in The Journal of Pediatrics. Children with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis may have greater dietary calcium requirements than other children, the authors explain, but rates of long-term compliance with calcium supplement regimens are poor ... Dr. Lori J. Stark from Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical... (MEDLINEplus)
Disparities among children with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis May 26, 2006
Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA), a group of autoimmune diseases involving chronic inflammation of the joints, can adversely affect health-related quality of life, often into adulthood ... Article: "Differences in Disease Outcomes Between Medicaid and Privately Insured Children: Possible Health Disparities in Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis," Hermine I. Brunner, Janalee Taylor, Maria T. Britto, Melinda S. Corcoran, Sandy L. Kramer, Paula G. Melson, Uma R. Kotagal, T. Brent Graham, Murray H.... (EurekAlert!)
Illnesses direct Dunbar grad toward medical career May 24, 2006
Her dreams of playing basketball in college she was being recruited by Yale disappeared when she was diagnosed during her senior year with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and diabetes. "At first I wasn't sure what to do," said Ranthony. (Kentucky.com, KY -- Living)
11-year-old doesn’t let juvenile rheumatoid arthritis slow her down May 17, 2006
11-year-old doesn t let juvenile rheumatoid arthritis slow her down ... After many doctor visits and numerous tests, Michaela was diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis about 18 months later. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
