Immunology

With high medical needs still present in this area, there’s more to be done to deliver solutions for patients.

Rheumatic Disease Focus

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

• This chronic, autoimmune and inflammatory disease can cause pain, stiffness, swelling and loss of joint function. RA can cause tissue damage that can lead to chronic pain, lack of balance and physical deformities.

Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA)

• PsA is a chronic disease that can cause inflammation in the joints, tendons and/or ligaments. It affects about 30 percent of people who have psoriasis. The impact on quality of life is similar to RA, but PsA often lacks resources for ideal diagnosis, symptoms, treatment and research into disease understanding.
  

Spondyloarthritis (SpA)

• SpA comprises arthritic conditions that affect the spine and joints, including ankylosing spondylitis and axial spondylarthritis.
  

Axial Spondyloarthritis (axSpA)

• A chronic, inflammatory condition, axSpA consists of two subsets that have been clinically defined as ankylosing spondylitis (AS) and non-radiographic axial spondylarthritis (nr-axSpA). AS is an inflammatory disease that causes bones in the spine to fuse over time, and it is more common in men than women. Nr-axSpA is a chronic inflammatory disease, causing inflammation of tissues within the spine and resulting in swelling, stiffness and pain. Signs of nr-axSpA can be difficult to test, often resulting in delays in diagnosis.

Uveitis (UV)

• This group of eye diseases is characterized by inflammation of the uvea, the middle layer of the eye. Early diagnosis and treatment are important as uveitis can be serious, leading to permanent vision loss. 
   

Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)

•  JIA is the most common chronic rheumatic disease in childhood. For patients living with JIA, early diagnosis and treatment are critical.

Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)

• GCA is a chronic autoimmune vasculitis that causes inflammation of the temporal and other cranial arteries, the aorta and its major branches. It affects adults over the age of 50, primarily over the age of 70 (80%). GCA is a medical emergency, requiring prompt diagnosis and treatment due to the risk of sudden, irreversible vision loss and stroke.

We strive to uncover new answers and improve the standards of care for people facing immune-mediated skin diseases, especially those that can be challenging to diagnose and treat. 

Dermatology Focus

Psoriasis (PsO)

• This chronic disease of the immune system triggers skin inflammation and causes skin cells to be produced faster than normal, forming the thick, red, itchy, flaky patches known as plaques. People with psoriasis can experience negative impacts on mental health and well-being, including shame, anger and worry, as well as difficulties with daily activities that can impact their quality of life.

Atopic Dermatitis (AD)

• A chronic, inflammatory disease, AD is characterized by intense itching, oozing and crusting, redness, skin erosion and dry skin. Beyond the skin, AD can have a holistic impact on patients’ lives due to sleep disturbances, decreases in work productivity, and mental health effects that patients may face, especially during flare-ups, which can lead to low energy levels and decreased quality of life.

Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA)

• A type of inflammatory arthritis that triggers joint pain, stiffness and swelling. About 30 percent of people with psoriasis also develop psoriatic arthritis.

Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)

• A chronic, inflammatory disease, HS can be challenging to diagnose and, as a progressive disease, can increase in severity over time with irreversible skin damage and unbearable pain.

We continue to explore new frontiers in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Through innovative and development, we aim to create an even brighter future for people with other disorders, including those of the stomach and intestines. 

Gastroenterology Focus

Crohn’s Disease (CD)

• A chronic, inflammatory bowel disease, CD is characterized by inflammation of any part of the gastrointestinal tract. Symptoms vary from person to person and often fluctuate between active flare-ups and remission.

Ulcerative Colitis (UC)

• Characterized by inflammation of the large intestine, UC is a chronic, inflammatory bowel disease. Symptoms range from mild to severe but may make it difficult to keep to a usual routine.