Arthritis Digest  |  2017 Issue 3
The availability of biologics had a hugely positive impact on the quality of life of many people with rheumatoid arthritis. Now their patents are running out, other companies are making biosimilar versions, which people with rheumatoid arthritis are being switched to by a cash-strapped NHS. Turn to page 15 for a review of the situation and interviews with experts and patients who have been affected.
Genetic haemochromatosis is also under the spotlight in this issue. If you have joint pain and fatigue, it could well be down to an iron overload as many thousands of people are thought to be undiagnosed. Check out page 19 for more information.
Elsewhere, we meet the wonderful celebrity chef Lesley Waters who discusses osteoporosis, exercise and diet. And once again, our expert dietitian Kiri Elliot takes on a foodie subject, this time vegetarianism and arthritis.
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Articles in this issue
Below is a selection of articles in Arthritis Digest 2017 Issue 3.