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Arthritis Research Canada Unpacks Biosimilars Transition Policies in Free Webinar

Scientific director to shed light on safety and efficacy of biosimilars and biosimilar transition policies for individuals living with inflammatory arthritis in free webinar on September 29th.

It’s Arthritis Awareness Month – Don’t Let Arthritis Stand In Your Way!

This Arthritis Awareness Month join Arthritis Research Canada as we share vital research to help people navigate the challenges of arthritis.

Clinical Trial Will Study the Effects of Arthritis Medication on Cancer Patients with Inflammatory Arthritis

Investigators will conduct a clinical trial comparing short term use of Adalimumab to usual care to see if this is effective in “turning off” the arthritis, preventing long term joint inflammation, and allowing ongoing cancer treatment.

New Research to Prevent Fractures in People with Osteoporosis Could Change Care Delivery in BC

Currently, there are effective treatments aimed at reducing the risk of broken bones, but less than 20% of people suffering from fragility fractures receive this type of treatment. New research will work to spread the adoption of a model that improves the care given to people after a fracture and prevent future injuries.

Diabetes Medication Could Be Beneficial For People With Gout

People with gout suffer from painful joint flares that affect their quality of life and may also increase the risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Reducing these episodes is key to managing this disease. This study used data from BC residents to investigate if a recently approved drug to treat type 2 diabetes, could help people with gout.

 

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En souvenir de Pat Carney

En tant que membre fondateur et formidable de notre conseil d’administration et premier donateur d’Arthrite-recherche Canada, Pat Carney a joué un rôle central dans la création de notre organisation, a soutenu la création d’un conseil consultatif de personnes atteintes d’arthrite pour diriger la recherche pertinente et a déclaré : Le travail d’Arthrite-Recherche Canada consistait à se concentrer sur « la recherche pratique pour améliorer la vie quotidienne ».

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Le mouvement, un remède efficace

Ronit Rosenblum a appris qu’elle souffrait de polyarthrite rhumatoïde à 27 ans. Elle a eu l’impression que sa vie s’arrêtait d’un coup. Elle s’est alors tournée vers l’exercice pour trouver des réponses. Découvrez comment elle s’est remise en forme et jetez un coup d’œil à ce que propose notre trousse d’entraînement musculaire I START.

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Remembering Pat Carney

As a founding and formidable member of our Board of Directors and the first donor to Arthritis Research Canada, Pat Carney played a central role in establishing our organization, supported the creation of an advisory board of persons with arthritis to drive relevant research, and stated that Arthritis Research Canada’s job was to focus on “practical research to improve everyday living”.

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Movement as Medicine

Ronit Rosenblum was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis at age 27 and felt like her life had come to a standstill. She turned to exercise for answers. Learn about her fitness journey and our unique strength training toolkit.

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Diabetes Medication Could Be Beneficial For People With Gout

People with gout suffer from painful joint flares that affect their quality of life and may also increase the risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Reducing these episodes is key to managing this disease. This study used data from BC residents to investigate if a recently approved drug to treat type 2 diabetes, could help people with gout.

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La Soirée ARThrite 2023

La 10e édition de la Soirée ARThrite, l’évènement phare d’Arthrite-recherche Canada en termes de collecte de fonds, a permis de recueillir la somme impressionnante de 790 000 $ pour soutenir la recherche sur l’arthrite.

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The Skinny on Diet, Exercise and Arthritis

It’s no secret that a healthy diet and daily exercise are important for everyone. But for people living with arthritis, movement is medicine and foods can impact pain and inflammation. Learn about the complicated relationship between nutrition, fitness and arthritis.

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Study Shows Biologic Anti-Rheumatic Medications May Increase Infection Risk Among Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients

Biologic disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs target very specific parts of the immune system and are highly effective at suppressing inflammation and preventing joint damage. Anew study conducted by Arthritis Research Canada scientists links these drugs with an increased risk of hospitalized infections in individuals newly diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis.

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