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Author Archives: Bradd Pavur

CNN Asks Dr. Saira Sheikh to Weigh in on Potential Use of Hydroxychloroquine for Patients with COVID-19

April 6, 2020
Experts say there isn't currently sufficient evidence to show this medicine -- used to treat lupus and rheumatoid arthritis -- will benefit people affected by the coronavirus.

Dr. Doug Phanstiel Awarded a Multi-PI $3.5M NIH Grant to Study Genetic Contributors to Alzheimer’s Disease

April 3, 2020
Using advanced genomics technologies, the team will identify genetic variants and genes that contribute to Alzheimer's disease risk, providing a foundation for future work to develop tools to diagnose and treat this debilitating disorder.

Dr. Todd Schwartz Named 2020 Recipient of the UNC Gillings School’s Bernard G. Greenberg Alumni Endowment Award

April 1, 2020
The award recognizes continuous demonstrated excellence over a number of years of service to the broad public health community.

Dr. Beth Jonas Interviewed Regarding COVID-19; What Patients With Autoimmune Conditions Need to Know

March 31, 2020
It's essential that patients with conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis consult their doctor with questions related to their autoimmune medications, before making any changes to their treatment plan.

Research Papers from TARC Investigators; Amanda Nelson, MD & Yvonne Golightly, PhD, are Highlighted by Osteoarthritis Research Society International (OARSI)

March 27, 2020
The papers provide important new insights regarding osteoarthritis.

Dr. Mildred Kwan’s and Dr. Renae Boerneke’s Proposal to Address Inaccurate Penicillin Allergy Labeling is Accepted by UNC IHQI Scholar’s Program

March 26, 2020
The goal of the physicians' project is to reduce broad spectrum antibiotics through the use of outpatient penicillin allergy assessments.

Just Launched: COVID-19 Global Rheumatology Registry is Now Available

March 24, 2020
The new COVID-19 Global Rheumatology Registry is now available for physicians to access online.

Dr. Saira Sheikh Addresses Media Questions Regarding Shortages of Lupus Medications That May Hold Future Use for COVID-19: “There is No Evidence Yet…”

March 23, 2020
In an interview with the UK-based outlet "The Independent," Dr. Sheikh provides clarity regarding chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine.

Dr. Onyinye Iweala Interviewed For Podcast That Explores Food Allergies, Including Alpha-gal Meat Allergy

March 9, 2020
The "Finding Genius" health & medicine podcast provides fascinating insights into what scientists are now learning about a number of food allergies, as well as what aspects of the condition continue to remain a mystery.

UNC Thurston Arthritis Research Center Hosts the 2020 “Carolinas Fellows Collaborative” Winter Symposium

March 3, 2020
Approximately 30 rheumatology fellows from UNC, Duke, Wake Forest, the Medical University of South Carolina, and Massachusetts General Hospital participated in the 3-day meeting.