IF YOU LIVE with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you probably know that having this autoimmune disease brings more to your life than swollen, painful joints and disruptive bouts of crushing fatigue. It’s totally unfair but living with RA means you have a higher-than-average risk of developing a handful of other chronic health conditions, such as heart disease and osteoporosis. And for some living with RA, they can add diabetes to that list. Here’s what you need to know about the links between RA and diabetes, including who is at risk, treatment options for both, and what you can do to stay as healthy as possible.
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Community Team
Natasha & Erin
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