Leigh Callahan, PhD, explains how a unique study is providing a “reality test” for physical activity and weight loss programs June 28, 2017 Researchers are gaining valuable insights into the causes and impact of physical inactivity.
Amanda Nelson, MD, examines effectiveness and feasibility of using ultrasound technology to study osteoarthritis in knee joints June 27, 2017 Scientists at the Thurston Arthritis Research Center are exploring how ultrasound can offer important benefits related to the study of osteoarthritis.
Saira Sheikh, MD, pursues unique, “next generation” clinical trials focusing on direct molecular pathways to find new ways to treat lupus June 26, 2017 Innovative approaches to research may lead to changes in the way this disease is treated in the future.
The People’s Pharmacy (NPR): “Could a tick bite make you allergic to burgers?” April 9, 2016 May 9, 2016 Dr. Maya Jerath was interviewed for the nationally syndicated radio program, “The People’s Pharmacy,” in which she explained that work with alpha-gal meat allergy might provide valuable insights into other food allergies.
TARC Gains Additional International Prestige at European Health Symposium March 11, 2016 Leading researcher provides valuable insights into causes and impact of physical inactivity.
News related to the latest research in Rheumatology, Allergy and Immunology March 11, 2016 Thurston scientists are leading the way in studying the cause and geographical spread of a meat allergy related to tick bites, novel ways to treat a variety food allergies, addressing barriers to immunizations, novel exercise interventions for osteoarthritis, and new tools that are important to genomics research.
Joanne M. Jordan, MD, MPH March 11, 2016 Learn about our exciting leadership changes, and get the latest updates regarding research and treatment of rheumatologic, allergy and immunologic diseases.
Osteoarthritis Action Alliance: Raising Osteoarthritis as a National Health Priority, and Providing Resources for Patients March 11, 2016 Under TARC’s leadership, the Alliance has doubled its membership and initiated a number of innovative programs and resources for patients and clinicians.
Joanne M. Jordan, MD, MPH March 11, 2016 Learn how Thurston scientists are helping the medical community better understand diseases such as meat allergy, lupus, and osteoarthritis in new ways, thanks to cutting edge research and important new insights.
Thurston Arthritis Research Center leads the way in investigating the growing “alpha-gal” meat allergy March 11, 2016 Researchers are conducting basic, epidemiological, and clinical research designed to shed important new insights into this poorly understood but often serious disease.