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COVID-19 advice for paediatric rheumatology patients – from Starship Children’s Hospital and the Paediatric Rheumatology Service

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COVID-19 advice for rheumatology patients – from the New Zealand Rheumatology Association (NZRA)

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Please note: Arthritis New Zealand staff are now working from home. Please bear with us while we work through any technical issues this might bring us.

Our 0800 663 463 line is operational and we encourage your calls!

Arthritis Diaries

Meet Kylie Frost of Auckland

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COVID-19 advice for paediatric rheumatology patients – from Starship Children’s Hospital and the Paediatric Rheumatology Service

Read

COVID-19 advice for rheumatology patients – from the New Zealand Rheumatology Association (NZRA)

Read

Please note: Arthritis New Zealand staff are now working from home. Please bare with us while we work through any technical issues this might bring us.

Our 0800 663 463 line is operational and we encourage your calls!

Arthritis Diaries

Meet Kylie Frost of Auckland

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Children's Camp

Families often find camp a considerable boost as they discover they’re not the only ones living with these conditions. It’s a chance to make friends with others who understand what they’re going through. “I’m not alone anymore,” is a common response.

Understand JIA

JIA is an autoimmune condition and the symptoms vary from person to person and can come and go from day to day and week to week. Symptoms will be worse during occasional flares; at other times the condition seems to disappear.

Get Support from Susan

Susan can provide updates on information about managing arthritis in children, peer support for families who have had a child recently diagnosed, advocacy support for families and organising online parent support groups and education sessions.

Talking to Teachers

You can help make sure school is a positive experience by educating your child’s teachers about JIA and the possible effects it will have on your child in the school environment. As their parent or caregiver, you are your child’s best advocate.

Talking to Doctors

If you have concerns about anything to do with your child’s treatment, don’t be afraid to discuss them with their doctor. You are a vital member of your child’s healthcare team – you know your child and may notice things missed by medical professionals.

Children's Camp

Families find camp a boost as they discover they’re not the only ones living with these conditions. It’s a chance to make friends with others who understand what they’re going through.

Understand JIA

JIA is an autoimmune condition and the symptoms vary from person to person and can come and go from day to day and week to week.

Get Support from Susan

Susan provides updates on information about managing arthritis in children, peer support for families who have a child recently diagnosed, advocacy support for families and online parent support groups and education sessions.

Talking to Teachers

You can help make sure school is a positive experience by educating your child’s teachers about JIA and the possible effects it will have on your child in the school environment.

Talking to Doctors

If you have concerns about anything to do with your child’s treatment, don’t be afraid to discuss them with their doctor.

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