Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is the most common inflammatory arthritis, affecting around 1% of the UK population. It affects around 400,000 adults and is characterised by synovial inflammation, cartilage and bone damage that requires lifelong treatment and represents a significant burden for both the individual and society. Diet can affect inflammatory status and RA risk, with varying risks for women on specific diets. Low to moderate levels of alcohol consumption may be associated with lower risk of RA, and those who do not consume enough fruit and vegetables could be at a greater risk than those with adequate intakes. Our research aim is to better understand the role of diet in reducing RA risk in United Kingdom women. The research will use existing dietary and lifestyle data from the United Kingdom Women's Cohort Study and hospital records of RA incidence.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis incidence (first)
Timeframe: Time Frame: age when the completed questionnaire was returned (1995-1998) until age at event, death, or end of study period (19 Mar 2019).