Read more rheumatoid arthritis stories on Newserhttp://www.newser.com/taggrid/2692/rheumatoid-arthritis.html2009 - Newseren-usNewser Feed GeneratorTue, 24 Nov 2009 19:11:15 CSThttp://www.newser.com/story/29278/bourbon-a-day-keeps-the-arthritis-away.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagSwedish scientists have found another perk for regular drinkers, the BBC reports, with imbibers up to 50% less likely to develop rheumatoid arthritis. In two studies involving several thousand participants, those who downed 5 glasses of wine a week saw their risk cut in half. The study reiterated that smoking...http://www.newser.com/story/29278/bourbon-a-day-keeps-the-arthritis-away.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagThu, 05 Jun 2008 13:19:00 CDThttp://www.newser.com/story/12391/bone-marrow-breakthrough-gives-new-hope.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagScientists investigating bone marrow transplants have made a breakthrough that could one day help millions. Currently, before transplants occur defective cells are killed with radiotherapy or chemotherapy—which causes widespread damage and can have serious side effects. But researchers have found it's possible to pinpoint and destroy blood-forming stem cells...http://www.newser.com/story/12391/bone-marrow-breakthrough-gives-new-hope.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagFri, 23 Nov 2007 2:52:38 CSThttp://www.newser.com/story/2886/genes-give-up-secrets-of-7-serious-diseases.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagIn an outcome one scientist describes as a "new dawn," researchers have identified genetic variations linked to seven common diseases, opening the door to improved tests and treatments. The study, which focused on depression, Crohn's disease, coronary artery disease, hypertension, rheumatoid arthritis, and Type 1 and 2 diabetes, also found...http://www.newser.com/story/2886/genes-give-up-secrets-of-7-serious-diseases.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagThu, 07 Jun 2007 8:18:40 CDT