Association between physical activity and all-cause mortality in rheumatoid arthritis: evidence from NHANES and UK Biobank cohort studies

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• Increased physical activity is associated with reduced all-cause mortality in rheumatoid arthritis patients, with evidence from two large cohort studies.
• Patients engaging in higher levels of physical activity showed a notable reduction in mortality risk, indicating a strong relationship between movement and longevity.
• The analysis utilized data from NHANES and UK Biobank cohorts to explore the impact of physical activity on health outcomes in rheumatoid arthritis.
• Findings support the importance of physical activity in managing rheumatoid arthritis, potentially improving life expectancy in affected individuals.