Dr. Amanda Nelson & Team Publish Two Osteoarthritis Epidemiology Studies Using Johnston County OA Project Data
The data for both studies were obtained from the CDC-funded Johnston County Osteoarthritis Project (JoCoOA) in Smithfield, NC.
The data for both studies were obtained from the CDC-funded Johnston County Osteoarthritis Project (JoCoOA) in Smithfield, NC.
Dr. Nelson emphasized specific symptoms related to various, interconnected diseases, as well as the optimal ways to reduce symptoms.
Dr. Phanstiel, a member of the UNC Thurston Arthritis Research Center, is applying similar research techniques to identify genes involved in osteoarthritis.
The long term goal of the project is to help eliminate and slow the progression of joint destruction in osteoarthritis.
Saira Sheikh, MD, is the first recipient of the Linda Coley Sewell Distinguished Professorship in Medicine.
The Arthritis Foundation Survey found 100% of participants reported experiencing some kind of pain in the last 7 days.
From our research labs, to our classrooms, to our clinics, we are focusing on innovative ways to help prevent and treat diseases such as arthritis, allergies, and auto-immune conditions.
A new Medscape survey says rheumatologists have the 2nd highest burnout level among the 29 specialties included, with 50% reporting they are “experiencing burnout.”
The Council advises the Institute regarding research and issues of science policy, and provides a secondary review for certain grant applications.
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