The Autoimmune Epidemic

Key topics to be covered:

• Epidemiology and Risk Factors for Autoimmune Disease
• Type 1 Diabetes
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Autoimmune Thyroid Disease
• Strategies for Building Immunity

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Course Objectives

• Discuss the role of diet and exercise on immune function.
• Identify the different thyroid conditions related to alterations in immune function and inflammation.
• Discuss how rheumatoid arthritis increases the risk for cardiovascular disease and osteoporosis.
• Identify current treatments options for rheumatoid arthritis.
• List current drug therapies for the management of type 1 diabetes.
• Review the role of diet and exercise in the management of plasma glucose and insulin levels.
• ACPE #826-999-09-012-L01-P & 826-999-09-012-L01-T, IRD: 4-1-09. Knowledge based activity.
   

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