April 4, 2020 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.   Teach them to fish: Addressing the sexual health needs of patients and practice culture The impact of chronic inflammatory disease on sexual function may seem obvious but it is poorly understood. Pain, morning stiffness, joint swelling and fatigue can lead to a decreased sexual interest and can inhibit actual intercourse. In this article, Dr. Kim Gorgens reviews the current literature on sexual function for patients with chronic conditions, such as arthritis, and makes recommendations for incorporating sexual function complications as part of the discussion in a clinic exam.   Need a break from COVID-19 news? • RA Quiz: Have patient-reported outcomes improved over the years? • RA Quiz: Can you identify early rheumatoid arthritis? • RA Quiz: Which tests are better suited for diagnosing rheumatoid arthritis? • RA Quiz: How well does upadacitinib fare as RA treatment?   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.