March 21, 2020 Coronavirus as Risk Factor for Rheumatoid Arthritis Respiratory viral infections can be a novel environmental risk factor for the development of rheumatoid arthritis, find Korean researchers writing in Arthritis Research and Therapy.   Ibuprofen Covid-19 Warning May Be Premature On Tuesday, the World Health Organization announced it is recommending that people with COVID-19 symptoms avoid taking the anti-inflammatory drug ibuprofen. U.S. officials and physicians responded with skepticism and today, WHO reversed its decision.   Important Conversations: Anxiety Management and Wellness As coronavirus moves its way across the country, Dr. Kim Gorgens, a psychologist with more than 20 years of experience, recommends that rheumatologists proactively reach out to their patients to address concerns that may lead to stress and ill-advised changes in treatment regimens, such as stopping treatments without consulting a physician.   RHEUMATOLOGY HEALTHCARE JOB OPPORTUNITIES Visit Rheumatology Network for easy access to new job opportunities in rheumatology. As a service to our readers, we've posted a national "Job Board" in the upper right-hand corner of the site. Suggestions for other content sections? Email the editor at areyes@mmhgroup.com.