New guideline introduces recommendations for vaccinations in patients with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases

August 3, 2022 Medical Xpress.com

The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) released a summary of its new treatment guideline for Vaccinations in Patients with Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Diseases (RMDs). The effectiveness and safety of vaccines may differ in rheumatology patients as compared to the general population. The guideline summary provides recommendations on topics such as broadened indications for some vaccines in patients on immunosuppressants, medication management at the time of vaccination, and safe approaches to the use of live attenuated vaccines in patients on immunosuppressive medications.

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New guideline introduces recommendations for vaccinations in patients with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases

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