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The Blog features all of our latest arthritis news, media releases, frequently asked questions, research, and much more. Choose a filter category below or use the search function to find the most relevant blog posts for you.

Sharing arthritis resources with Canterbury health coaches
Arthritis NZ partners with Emerge Aotearoa to share arthritis resources to maximise our impact and helpeople p live well with arthritis.

2024 Notice of Annual General Meeting
The 2023 FY Annual General Meeting for Arthritis NZ - Mateponapona Aotearoa will be held online on Wednesday 29 November.

Diversional Recreational Therapy for people with arthritis
DRTs are all about improving quality of life through fun, creative activities tailored to the personās needs.

How to manage JIA: Zoe’s story
Zoeās resilience and positive attitude remind us of the importance of support, activity, and community in managing chronic conditions.

Advocacy update: Spot polls, osteoarthritis, and gout
Meeting with MPs on the Health Select Committee, ACT and New Zealand First. Our discussions have been mainly on Osteoarthritis and Gout.

Paddison Program for rheumatoid arthritis: a lived experience
The Paddison Program claims to reverse Rheumatoid Arthritis symptoms, but it is not an evidence-based diet recommended by Arthritis NZ. Ane shares her experience on the Paddison Program.

How can a health coach support someone with arthritis?
A health coach can play a crucial role in helping you make positive lifestyle changes that can complement your medical treatment plan.

How can a pharmacist help you?
Your pharmacist is keen to ensure you make the most of your health and get the best out of any medicines prescribed for you. They will also advise on medicines you purchase in the pharmacy.

Providing Gout education on the West Coast
Arthritis NZ brought gout education to three West Coast local communities and whÄnau as part of the Takiwa Poutini Pilot Programme.

Tips to follow the Mediterranean diet and lifestyle in Aotearoa
Registered Nutritionist Tracey Kellett offers her top tips to move towards the Mediterranean Diet and Lifestyle.

Survey Results: How are you sleeping?
Managing sleep with arthritis or a long-term autoimmune condition can be challenging due to the discomfort and pain that often accompany these conditions, making it difficult to find a comfortable sleeping position and achieve restful sleep.

Arthritis NZ and ProCare working in partnership to tackle health challenges
Arthritis NZ participated in Pasifika 2024 over a weekend in March. The aim was to raise awareness about gout and how to manage it.
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