EULAR Recommendations for Scleroderma Treatment Updated

A task force of 32 scleroderma experts from Europe and United States have updated the 2009 European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) recommendations for the treatment of scleroderma, with a particular attention made toward new therapeutic questions. Sixteen recommendations were developed that address several scleroderma-related complications, including Raynaud Phenomenon, digital ulcers, pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), skin and lung disease, renal complications and gastrointestinal involvement.

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Tips on Asking for Help

Living with a chronic condition, like scleroderma, there are times when you most likely will need to ask for help. But, it can be hard and you don't want to be burdensome to your family or friends. What are some ways that you can ask for help of others? Our frends at Caring Voice Coalition have put together some tips to make asking for help a little easier.

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What You Should Know About Oxygen Therapy

A popular topic from the Pulmonary Hypertension Association's "On the Road" sessions has been "Oxygen: How to Manage It At Home, At Work and On the Go." The session focused on how oxygen therapy can improve PH symptoms, and how patients and their caregivers can learn more about therapies available.

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PHA on the Road is a FREE, day-long education and support program for patients living with PH and their family members. Cities and dates for 2017 events will be announced soon.

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