Cheryl sits down with immunology researcher Dr. Campbell, PhD and Rheumatologist Dr. Dave, MD to learn what people with rheumatic diseases need to know about Covid-19 in 2024.
Dr Dave & Dr Campbell answer Cheryl’s burning questions about long COVID, vaccine efficacy and safety for people with autoimmune conditions, and potential links between autoimmunity and long COVID. They also talk about cutting edge research and new therapies including CAR T-cell therapy.
Dr. Campbell encourages participation in research studies to better understand these complex issues. Dr. Dave emphasizes the need for precision medicine approaches in treating autoimmune diseases like RA, where individualized treatment plans can be tailored to each patient's unique needs. Despite the challenges posed by autoimmune diseases and COVID-19, they express optimism about the future of treatment options and the ongoing medical advancements.
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