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Articles12 Feb 2024Arthritis tips: lifestyle and mindset advice from people with arthritis
Tips to help with lifestyle adjustments and how to keep a positive mindset from our community of people who have arthritis. …Read more -
News08 Feb 2024Teens Camp 2024: engaging and empowering youth with arthritis
The bonds formed during Teens Camp 2024 were visible from the get-go where teens and young adults connected during the weekend-long event. …Read more -
Articles17 Jan 2024How long does a hip replacement last?
How long does a hip replacement last? Dr Simon Young, an orthopaedic surgeon, says a hip replacement should last as long as you do. …Read more -
Articles11 Jan 2024Your arthritis questions answered by a GP
Frequently asked questions about where your general practitioner fits in your health team – an interview with Dr Emma Dunning, GP, Healthify. …Read more -
Articles18 Dec 2023Arthritis, medication, and the sun
The interaction of arthritis, medications to control arthritis and sun sensitivity is not clear, and reactions between medications and the sun vary. …Read more -
News29 Nov 2023Lupus SLE incidence and prevalence studied for first time in 40 years
Incidence and prevalence of systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus SLE) in New Zealand from the national administrative datasets. …Read more -
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News03 Nov 2023My JIA Journey journal launched for children with arthritis
A tool for children and young adults facing arthritis, the My JIA Journey journal was launched by Arthritis NZ's Youth Advisory Group. …Read more -
News20 Oct 2023World Fruit and Vegetable Day
World Fruit and Vegetable Day 2023 promotes consuming fruits and vegetables and the importance of hydration and the 5-a-day movement. …Read more -
News11 Oct 2023Resilience through pain and rheumatoid arthritis
Growing up with rheumatoid arthritis as a teenager wasn’t easy for Rhianna. This is a story of resilience through pain and arthritis. …Read more -
Articles06 Oct 2023How to use our breath to control stress and reduce pain
How to use our breath to control stress and reduce pain - the effects of the stress response and the relaxation response on the body. …Read more -
News05 Oct 2023Hand pain sparks a successful business idea
Selling ergonomic left-handed tools is a passion born from hand pain caused by arthritis. Alyson tells her story. …Read more -
Articles03 Aug 2023Methotrexate and folic acid
Why am I prescribed folic acid with methotrexate? Rheumatologist Dr Andrew Harrison answers FAQs about methotrexate and folic acid. …Read more