COVID-19 advice for paediatric rheumatology patients – from Starship Children’s Hospital and the Paediatric Rheumatology Service
COVID-19 advice for rheumatology patients – from the New Zealand Rheumatology Association (NZRA)
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!
Phone 0800 663 463
Our arthritis educators are working from home and waiting for your call!
Or, fill in our online form and an educator will phone you back.
COVID-19 advice for paediatric rheumatology patients – from Starship Children’s Hospital and the Paediatric Rheumatology Service
COVID-19 advice for rheumatology patients – from the New Zealand Rheumatology Association (NZRA)
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!
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.
DO YOU HAVE A WILL?
Leaving a gift in your Will is a wonderful way to ensure the cause you support can continue to improve the life of every person affected by arthritis. Think of it as leaving a legacy that will make a difference to generations of New Zealanders beyond your lifetime.
WHAT IS ARTHRITIS?
and how we can support you to manage the pain
WHAT IS GOUT ARTHRITIS?
and how we can support you to manage the condition
Accessible packaging survey
We would like to know which product packaging you find difficult to open. Please take the quick online survey!
Significant issues for people with arthritis
We would like to know which issues are significant to you this election year. Please take the quick online survey!
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