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Arthritis camp an exciting challenge for Pahiatua boy

At first, Carmen and her husband Gavin thought the crunchy noises in their son’s hands were nothing to worry about.

Saltwater therapy

The holidays began with the usual arthritic family in tow – you know, Mr and Mrs Pain and Suffering. Because they ...

Camp caters for kids with arthritis

Twelve-year-old Rotorua girl, India Heron, is looking forward to “feeling normal” at a children’s camp designed ...

Arthritis numbers rise

More New Zealanders than ever are living with arthritis – around 647,000 adults. Latest Ministry of Health ...

One for my wife

As someone with arthritis, I find it a tough ask to deal with my ‘self’, especially as this self is in constant ...

Our Manager of Awareness and Advocacy was on Breakfast TV

Our Manager of Awareness and Advocacy was on Breakfast TV Friday November 3rd talking about accessible ...

Free phone support in Waikato from Arthritis NZ

People with arthritis in the Waikato DHB area now have access to personalised telephone coaching from Arthritis New

Philip Kearney appointed as new CE

Our new CEO It is with great pleasure we announce the appointment of Philip Kearney as the Chief Executive Officer

Exercise classes in Christchurch

Are you living with arthritis? Try our exercise classes. Exercise is one of the easiest and most enjoyable ways ...

Kylie Frost: Dinner won’t cook itself, but how do I open all of the product packaging?

It is 6 o'clock at night and I have finally finished work for the day. I head to the fridge to check what I can ...

Elective surgery only one option for people with arthritis

Arthritis New Zealand says the increase in elective surgery announced by the Prime Minister today needs to be ...

Arthritis medications need funding too

Arthritis New Zealand today expressed concern that medications that are waiting for Pharmac funding could be ...

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