Monday 3rd December 2018
The relationship between systemic sclerosis (SSc) and cancer, an idea first presented in the 1950s, is currently being examined in an epidemiological study funded by SRUK and led by Dr John Pauling at the University of Bath.
Friday 30th November 2018
A multicentre study spread across Europe was recently conducted to evaluate how effective the Enhanced Liver Fibrosis (ELF) Test would be as a biomarker of fibrosis (scarring) in systemic sclerosis (SSc).This would aid the understanding of what drives fibrosis in individuals and thus enable the application of precision medicine for treatment strategies.
Tuesday 27th November 2018
We should all be aiming towards a healthy diet, but people living with scleroderma should take some special care to look after themselves. We've put together some helpful dietary recommendations for people with scleroderma.
Friday 23rd November 2018
Read Julie's story of caring for her daughter Isla. The second piece in our #RareTogether series.
Tuesday 20th November 2018
Carrie’s story is the first in a series of articles written by our community that describe their personal journey with both scleroderma and Raynaud’s. Keep an eye out for more articles here.
Thursday 15th November 2018
Staying Healthy in the cold can be especially hard when living with Scleroderma and Raynaud’s. Here are some top tips for keeping warm with your conditions this winter.
Monday 12th November 2018
Keeping warm in winter, for many, is often not as easy as turning up the heater. Here are some helpful tips that will prevent illness worsening in the colder months and keep your body healthy.
Thursday 8th November 2018
A research collaboration between the Royal Free and Royal Brompton hospitals, funded by Scleroderma and Raynaud’s UK (SRUK), is investigating if reflux from the stomach into the oesophagus plays a role in lung scarring in scleroderma patients.
Tuesday 6th November 2018
Keloid morphea is a rare, and hence poorly understood, form of localised scleroderma that only affects the skin. A new study into the condition has the potential to make a huge beneficial impact on our community.
Friday 2nd November 2018
Over the years, many people living with Raynaud’s have advocated for the use of Chinese acupuncture and Chinese acupressure, but do they actually help?
