Work Disability and Heart Disease in Young Adults with Rheumatoid Arthritis: What's the Link?

Young adults with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) might face a higher risk of heart disease if they become unable to work due to their condition. A recent study looked into this idea by examining data from the CorEvitas registry. Researchers compared two groups of people under 65 with RA: those who developed work disability and those who didn't. They found that those with new-onset work disability had a greater chance of experiencing cardiovascular disease (CVD). The study also aimed to pinpoint the main factors contributing to this increased risk. RA is known to make people more prone to work disability compared to the rest of the population. Therefore, it's crucial to understand why young individuals with RA who can't work anymore might be more susceptible to heart problems. By investigating this connection, we can learn more about how RA affects the body over time and identify potential ways to reduce these risks.