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No-Cost Extensions

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At NIH, generally all recipients may extend the final budget period of the previously approved project period one time for a period of up to 12 months beyond the original expiration date shown in the Notice of Award, if, as referenced in the NIH Grants Policy Statement: No additional funds

Osteoarthritis Initiative Application Guide for Biospecimen Studies

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This document outlines the process by which requests for access to existing biospecimens from the OAI resource are processed, evaluated, and approved.

Connecting the Dots: Oral Infection to Rheumatoid Arthritis

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To keep your teeth and gums healthy for a lifetime, it’s important to brush and floss each day and see your dentist regularly. But what you might not often stop to consider is how essential good oral health really is to your overall well-being. The mouth, after all, is connected to the rest of the body, and oral infections can contribute to problems elsewhere.

Fibrous Dysplasia

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What is fibrous dysplasia? It happens when healthy bone is replaced with other types of tissue. Bones may become weak or oddly shaped, or they may even break.

Kids and Their Bones

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Building healthy bones during childhood through healthy nutrition and lifestyle habits could help prevent or delay osteoporosis and fractures later in life.

JAK Inhibition in Down Syndrome

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Clinical Trials in the Spotlight Main Page The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) supports a range of clinical trials studying new and existing interventions for prevention and treatment of arthritis, musculoskeletal, and skin diseases. Investigators supported by the NIAMS need your help finding individuals to

Psoriasis

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Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes red, scaly skin that may feel painful, swollen, or hot. Learn more about the types and what causes psoriasis.

Osteopetrosis

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What is osteopetrosis? It is a rare disorder that causes bones to grow abnormally and become too dense. When this happens, bones can break easily.

Vitiligo

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Vitiligo is a disorder that causes patches of skin to become white. It happens because cells that make color in your skin are destroyed.

FY 2019 Congressional Justification

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April 2018 FY 2019 Congressional Justification PDF version (209 KB) Organization Chart View a larger version of the organization chart. Top Appropriation Language NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases For carrying out section 301 and title IV of the PHS Act with respect

Weight loss and exercise to improve rheumatoid arthritis cardiovascular risk

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Researchers Uncover Clues to Why Some Wounds Don’t Heal

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Researchers identify defects in the wound healing process that might explain why diabetic foot ulcers heal slower or not at all.

Ichthyosis

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What is ichthyosis? It is a disorder that causes dry, thickened skin that may look similar to fish scales.

Marfan Syndrome

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What is Marfan syndrome? It is a disorder that affects connective tissue, which supports many parts of your body. Marfan syndrome is often a genetic disease.

FY 2018 Congressional Justification

https://www.niams.nih.gov/about/budget/fy2018/congressional-justification

May 2017 FY 2018 Congressional Justification PDF version (190 KB) Organization Chart View a larger version of the organization chart. Top Appropriation Language NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases For carrying out section 301 and title IV of the PHS Act with respect

Back Pain

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Back pain is one of the most common medical problems in the United States. It can range from a dull, constant ache to sudden, sharp pain that makes it hard to move.

Epidermolysis Bullosa

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What is epidermolysis bullosa? It is a group of diseases causing painful blisters to form on the skin. These blisters can cause problems if they become infected.

Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)

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Juvenile arthritis describes arthritis in children. Arthritis is caused by inflammation of the joints. Find out all you need to know about juvenile arthritis.

Discussing Bone, Muscle, Skin, & Autoimmune Diseases: Info for American Indians, Alaska Natives

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A conversation between Dr. David R. Wilson, director of the NIH Tribal Health Research Office, and Dr. Lindsey A. Criswell, director of NIAMS, about information and resources for American Indians and Alaska Natives related to bone, muscle, skin, and autoimmune diseases. Watch the video on YouTube. Transcript Dave Wilson: Hello, my name is Dr. Dave Wilson. I am a member of the Navajo Nation, and I am also the Director of the Tribal Health Research Office, also known as THRO, here at the National Institutes of Health. Today I am joined by my colleague Dr. Lindsay Criswell, who is the

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (Lupus)

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Lupus is a disease where the body's defense system attacks healthy cells and tissues, causing damage to many parts of the body. Learn more about this disease.