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Protecting Oklahomans From the Virus

New OMRF grant to study Covid-19 in state’s different ethnic populations

OMRF’s James honored by national society

April 6, 2020

James received the award for her contributions to understanding systemic autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.

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Findings could lead to better outcomes for minority Sjögren’s patients

July 10, 2019

Common symptoms of Sjögren’s syndrome include severe dry eyes and dry mouth, as well as fatigue, arthritis and memory problems.
 

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OMRF recruiting volunteers for sarcoidosis research

October 11, 2018

OMRF’s Sarcoidosis Unit, which launched in January, is the only one of its kind in the state.

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International study reveals 24 new genes associated with lupus

July 19, 2017

These findings will help scientists understand how to better diagnose and treat the disease.

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OMRF seeks healthy minority participants for one-time blood sample donation

June 7, 2017

The foundation hopes to recruit up to 2,000 healthy individuals.

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