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Te Awamutu: Free arthritis clinic
This is a great opportunity to speak an Arthritis Educator one-to-one about any questions or concerns you may have about your arthritis. Date: Thursday 7 June Venue: Te Awamutu Medical Centre, 220 Bank St, Te Awamutu To make an appointment, please contact Catherine at Arthritis New Zealand toll free on 0800 663 463 or email Catherine.Swift@arthritis.org.nz.
read moreHokitika: Arthritis group clinics
Do you have arthritis, or care for someone who does? Come along to learn more about the condition and how to manage it. Arthritis Educator Alexe Hewitt will provide information and advice on arthritis, and address your questions and concerns, in two group clinic sessions. This is also a great opportunity to meet others in a similar situation. Everyone is welcome (including a support person) but registrations are essential. Date: Wednesday 13 June, 2012 Time: 1.30pm – 2.30pm – any form of arthritis 2.45pm – 3.45pm...
read moreGreymouth: Arthritis group clinics
Do you have arthritis, or care for someone who does? Join us at our group clinics to find out more! Arthritis Educator Alexe Hewitt will provide information and advice on arthritis, and address your questions and concerns. This is also a great opportunity to meet others in a similar situation. Everyone is welcome (including a support person) but registrations are essential. Date: Tuesday 12 June, 2012 Time: 2pm – 3pm – osteoarthritis 3.15pm – 4.15pm – any other form of arthritis Venue: Disability Resource...
read moreWestport: Arthritis group clinics
Do you have arthritis, or care for someone who does? Join us at our group clinics to find out more! Arthritis Educator Alexe Hewitt will provide information and advice on arthritis, and address your questions and concerns. This is also a great opportunity to meet others in a similar situation. Everyone is welcome (including a support person) but registrations are essential. Date: Thursday 14 June, 2012 Time: 9.30am – 10.30am – osteoarthritis 11am – 12pm – any other form of arthritis Venue: 187 Palmerston St,...
read moreChristchurch: Free osteoarthritis seminar
If you, or someone you care about, lives with osteoarthritis, come along to this free seminar to find out more about it and how to manage it and stay active. Registrations are essential. Date: Friday 1 June Time: 1pm – 3pm Venue: Salvation Army, 250 Colombo St, Sydenham, Christchurch Speakers: Rob Condliffe, Tai Chi Instructor Jess Wood, Green Prescription Advisor Alison Pritchard, Rheumatology Physiotherapist Rae Svarnas, Arthritis New Zealand Afternoon tea will be provided. To find out more or register, please contact Alexe at...
read moreLower Hutt: Free arthritis and pain seminar
Do you have joint pain associated with osteoarthritis, or any other condition, and would like to find out more about it? Join us at this seminar and learn more. Everyone is welcome, but registrations are essential. Date: Tuesday 29 May Time: 6.30pm – 8.30pm Venue: Knox Church, 574 High St, Lower Hutt Speakers: ● Dr Giresh Kanji, Pain Specialist ● Mr Russell Tregonning, Orthopaedic Surgeon ● Rob Cashman, Physiotherapist Please email Anatoa.Tekira@arthritis.org.nz or call us toll free on 0800 663 463 to find out more or...
read moreNew Zealand Health Report: Chronic Pain
A recent phone poll of over 1,600 New Zealand adults commissioned by Pfizer New Zealand in partnership with Arthritis New Zealand shows that many people who experience chronic pain feel their condition is misunderstood by society and sometimes by healthcare professionals. Chronic pain is a complex condition to treat because it is present among many illnesses, from arthritis, cancer, fibromyalgia and multiple sclerosis to other musculoskeletal pain disorders. The Pfizer New Zealand Health Report: Chronic Pain, released today, found that one in...
read moreThe countdown is on but there’s still time to register for our Conference!
We’re now just one week out from our first Conference! If you haven’t yet registered there is still time. The programme [PDF 320kb] offers an engaging and informative day, with topics covering a wide range of areas of interest. Come and share your experiences and learn more from some of New Zealand’s leading researchers and specialists. Arthritis New Zealand Conference Wednesday 16 May, 2012 PROGRAMME 9.00-9.05 Opening and Introductions Sandra Kirby, Chief Executive, Arthritis New Zealand 9:05 – 9:30 Hon Jo...
read moreHamilton: Free gout day
Do you live with gout? Does someone you care about live with gout? If yes, join us at this free community event for all those who are interested in learning more about gout and its management. Morning presentations will include information on what is gout, medication, nutrition, and how to stop gout ruling your life. The afternoon will include uric acid testing and more. Have your questions and concerns addressed and meet others in a similar situation. Everyone is welcome. Lunch is provided. Registrations are essential. Date: Wednesday 30...
read moreTokoroa: Free pain management seminar
Do you have chronic pain associated with gout, osteoarthritis, or any other condition, and would like to find out more about it? Join guest speaker Dr Peter Jones from the Waikato Rheumatology Department at this seminar, as he covers topics designed to assist and inform people about how to manage your pain. Have your questions and concerns addressed and meet others in a similar situation. Everyone is welcome but please register. Date: Wednesday 27 June, 2012 Time: 3pm – 5pm Venue: South Waikato Pacific Island Community Services 1...
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