Daily consumption of prunes does not increase bone mineral density (BMD) in older men more effectively than standard calcium and vitamin D3 supplementation, according to a randomized controlled trial published in the journal Nutrients. While the study found minor shifts in specific bone biomarkers, researchers observed no measurable improvement in bone density over a 12-month … Read more
Patient-led initiatives are reshaping rheumatology care by addressing critical gaps in support, such as menopause management, career sustainability, and equitable access to physiotherapy. According to the European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology (EULAR), these person-centred models—presented at the EULAR 2026 Congress—demonstrate that integrating lived experience into health policy and clinical practice leads to measurable improvements … Read more
For years, the gold standard for medical knowledge has been the randomized controlled trial (RCT). While these trials are essential, they often exist in a “perfect” environment that doesn’t always mirror the messy, complex reality of daily clinical practice. That is changing. As presented at the latest EULAR Congress, the integration of real-world evidence (RWE) … Read more