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Victoria Ruffing, RN, BC-Rheumatology

Lifestyle Modifications for Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis

Lifestyle Modifications for Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis

Exercise, stress management, and open communication with your rheumatologist can help you live a healthy, normal life with RA. In our final video of this series, Vicky Ruffing, RN-BC, talks […]

Side Effects of Rheumatoid Arthritis Medication

Side Effects of Rheumatoid Arthritis Medication

While medications that treat RA are a great tool for decreasing inflammation and allergic reactions, some patients may experience side effects. It is important to communicate with your doctor about […]

Treatment Options for Rheumatoid Arthritis

Treatment Options for Rheumatoid Arthritis

While there’s no cure for Rheumatoid Arthritis yet, there are many preventative medications. They range from oral pills to injections that can be done at home or by a doctor, […]

How is Rheumatoid Arthritis Diagnosed?

How is Rheumatoid Arthritis Diagnosed?

Sitting down and listening to a patient’s story is the first step in diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis. While swollen joints are a large indicator of Rheumatoid Arthritis, there are many […]

What is Rheumatoid Arthritis?

What is Rheumatoid Arthritis?

Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disease that not only affects the joints, but the whole immune system. Many patients who have Rheumatoid Arthritis also experience fatigue, dry eyes and […]

Flu During the Pandemic: Why You Need to Get Vaccinated

Flu During the Pandemic: Why You Need to Get Vaccinated

People with rheumatic diseases are at higher risk for complications if they get the flu. So, while it’s important every year to get the flu vaccine, this year it is […]

How to Inject Actemra ACTPen® autoinjector (tocilizumab)

How to Inject Actemra ACTPen® autoinjector (tocilizumab)

Johns Hopkins Arthritis Center Director of Nursing and Patient Education Victoria Ruffing, RN shows the proper way to inject Actemra ACTPen® autoinjector (tocilizumab)

All You Need To Know About Measles and It’s Effects on Patients with Rheumatic Disease

All You Need To Know About Measles and It’s Effects on Patients with Rheumatic Disease

In the United States, measles were declared eliminated in the year 2000. Measles is still present in other countries and outbreaks in the U.S. happen every year. Victoria Ruffing, RN, BC, explains what measles are and what patients with rheumatic diseases need to know.

Tips to Manage Sleep Related Issues in Psoriatic Arthritis

Tips to Manage Sleep Related Issues in Psoriatic Arthritis

Sleep problems can occur in patients with psoriatic arthritis. While there are unfortunately many causes of these problems, there are also many solutions. In this video, Victoria Ruffing, RN, BC, the director of patient education at Johns Hopkins Rheumatology, discusses ways to combat sleeplessness and feel more restful throughout the day.

Corticosteroids – Frequently Asked Questions p.2

Corticosteroids –  Frequently Asked Questions p.2

Corticosteroids can be extremely beneficial in decreasing inflammation and allergic reactions. In part two of this two-part FAQ video, Dr. Rebecca Manno and Vicky Ruffing, RN-BC answer frequently asked questions about corticosteroids.

Corticosteroids – Frequently Asked Questions p.1

Corticosteroids –  Frequently Asked Questions p.1

Corticosteroids can be extremely beneficial in decreasing inflammation and allergic reactions. In part one of this two-part FAQ video, Dr. Rebecca Manno and Vicky Ruffing, RN-BC answer frequently asked questions about corticosteroids.

Corticosteroids – The Bad

Corticosteroids – The Bad

While corticosteroids are a great tool for decreasing inflammation and allergic reactions, some patients may experience side effects. It is important to communicate with your doctor about any negative effects that you may experience. In this video, Dr. Rebecca Manno explains what to look out for while taking corticosteroids.

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