If you're taking or thinking of taking an anti-tnf biologic you might find this study interesting (audio + slide show). It's a presentation on analyses of registry data (as opposed to clinical trial data)...that is, real world experience of RA patients around the world. I found it very encouraging regarding efficacy, safety, and mortality. As I recall you will need a medscape account to view...not sure. (www.medscape.com to register).
http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/562899
Alan