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What you need to know about biosimilars
On May 27, British Columbia became the first province to expand the use of biosimilars/biogenerics. Find out what this means for the more than 800,000 people in BC living with arthritis.To read our frequently asked questions on biosimilars/biogenerics,...
read moreArthritis Research Canada opens fourth centre
Arthritis Research Canada, the largest clinical arthritis research institution in North America, continues to grow with its newest centre located at McGill University. Drs. Deborah Da Costa, Michal Abrahamowicz, Susan Bartlett and Marie Hudson will join the new...
read moreArthritis Research Canada graced by talk of Olympic proportions
On June 28, Nancy Greene Raine, Canada’s Female Athlete of the 20th Century, joined staff and scientists as Arthritis Research Canada’s Distinguished Guest Speaker for the organization’s Annual Retreat. Greene Raine provided an inspirational presentation on her...
read moreNew signals in blood may help to understand lupus better
Scientific Study Title: Mapping anti-mitochondrial antibodies in systemic lupus erythematosus Principal Investigator: Paul R Fortin, MD, MPH, FRCPC. CHU de Québec – Université Laval Research Centre Study Start Date: 2019/01 Study End Date: 2022/01 Why do...
read moreLiving with arthritis? Learn about biosimilars
What is a biosimilar/biogeneric? Biologics are medicines taken by IV or self-injection and are made up of large protein molecules derived from living cells. There are now two versions of biologics: “originators” and “biosimilars” (also known as...
read moreBC government announces $2 million for arthritis research at ARThritis Soirée
Arthritis Research Canada received exciting news at Wednesday night’s annual ARThritis Soirée – a $2 million funding announcement by Health Minister Adrian Dix. This boosted the event’s fundraising total to an amazing $2,355,000 in support of life-saving...
read moreDevelopment of a new life expectancy and quality of life prediction model for Canadians – Canadian Health and Risk Manager (CHaRM)
Principal Investigator: Jacek Kopec, MD, PhD, Professor, School of Population and Public Health, UBC; Senior Research Scientist, Arthritis Research Canada. Study Start Date: May 2018 Study End Date: May 2020 Why do this research? The potential for life...
read moreFighting fatigue using a physical activity intervention
Study Title: The role of physical activity in fatigue experienced by people with inflammatory arthritis: A sub-study of OPAM-IA Principal Investigator: Masoud Pourrahmat, BSc MSc student, Department of Medicine, University of British Columbia Trainee, Arthritis...
read moreA patient/rheumatologist/pharmacist/dietician team use electronic communication to better manage gout
Scientific study title: Collaborative Care Involving eHealth* to Improve Treatment Adherence and Health Outcomes of Patients with Gout *eHealth refers to the use of technologies to manage information and communications in health care. The use of eHealth practices...
read moreCanadians support access to health data for research but curious about privacy
An Arthritis Research Canada study has revealed Canadians back the use of de-identified routinely collected data for health research but want to learn more about how their information is protected. Over 93 per cent of individuals who participated in the study felt...
read moreA Conversation with Macdonald Realty’s President
Arthritis Research Canada is honoured to have the support of Macdonald Realty as the 2019 ARThritis Soirée Presenting Sponsor. To find out more about the company and its support of arthritis research, we sat down with Macdonald Realty President, Dan...
read moreA web-based interactive navigator, MyArthritisGuide, to support self-management in rheumatoid arthritis
Scientific Study Title: MyArthritisGuide for rheumatoid arthritis will improve patient's activation towards self-care Principal Investigator: Paul R Fortin, MD, MPH, FRCPC. CHU de Québec – Université Laval Research center Study Start Date: 2018/June Study End...
read moreStudy to investigate connection between vision loss and common arthritis medication
Arthritis Research Canada will examine the connection between hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) and vision loss in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). All systemic lupus erythematosus patients, and a large number of individuals with...
read moreDo you have rheumatoid arthritis? Share your experiences in the I START Study!
Start and end date: October 2018 – TBD We are looking for individuals with rheumatoid arthritis. We’d love to ask you some questions that will help us develop better physical activity programs. You are eligible if you: Have rheumatoid arthritis Are 19...
read moreDeveloping an App Which Will Empower Patients to Self-Diagnose and Manage Knee Osteoarthritis
Scientific Study Title: Power to the Patients: Reshaping Knee Osteoarthritis Diagnosis and Secondary Prevention with E-Health Principal Investigator: Linda Li PT, PhD (UBC), John Esdaile MD, MPH, FRCPC, FCAHS (UBC) Start and End Date: 2018 - 2020 Why do this...
read moreCitizen Health: Action, Network & Global Engagement (CHANGE)
Scientific Study Title: Integrated KT 2.0: Development of an Online Citizen Science Portal Principal Investigators: Linda Li, PT, PhD (UBC), Leanne Currie RN, PhD (UBC), Erin Michalak PhD (UBC). Start and End Date: August 2018 to August 2021 Why do this...
read moreArthritis Research Canada scientist honoured with prestigious investigator award
Dr. Diane Lacaille to receive accolade for outstanding contributions to rheumatology Arthritis Research Canada’s Associate Scientific Director, Dr. Diane Lacaille, will receive the Distinguished Investigator Award from the Canadian Rheumatology Association on March...
read moreStudy finds no link between biologics and serious infection in moms or babies
An Arthritis Research Canada study, published in BMJ Open, has revealed use of biologics by women with autoimmune disease during pregnancy does not increase their risk of serious infections that require hospitalization after giving birth or their infants’ odds of...
read moreAnkylosing spondylitis associated with increased risk of blood clot condition
A recent study by Arthritis Research Canada scientists has revealed that individuals with ankylosing spondylitis (a type of arthritis that affects the spine, causes chronic back pain and most often affects men under age 40) are 53 per cent more likely to experience...
read moreIs ‘Big Data’ a big deal for healthcare in Canada?
Canadians support using routinely-collected data for health research but are curious about the privacy measures A sub study of PRECISION: Preventing Complications from Inflammatory Skin, Joint and Bowel Conditions Principal investigators: Linda C. Li, P.T., Ph.D....
read morePreventing Complications with Improved Physical Activity: Can Self-Monitoring Technologies Help?
*Please note: This project is no longer recruiting participants.* A sub study of PRECISION: Preventing Complications from Inflammatory Skin, Joint and Bowel Conditions Project Lead: Linda Li, PT, PhD. Associate Professor, Department of Physical Therapy, University...
read morePreventing Complications in an Indigenous Community: Improving Quality of Care
*Please note: This study is no longer recruiting participants.* A sub study of PRECISION: Preventing Complications from Inflammatory Skin, Joint and Bowel Conditions Project Leads: Diane Lacaille MD, MHSc, FRCPC. Professor, Division of Rheumatology, Department of...
read morePreventing Complications with Better Use of Gout Medications: Will Shared Access to Electronic Medical Records Help?
*Please note: This study is no longer recruiting participants.* A sub study of PRECISION: Preventing Complications from Inflammatory Skin, Joint and Bowel Conditions Project Lead: Mary De Vera MSc, PhD. Assistant Professor, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences,...
read moreReducing the Burden of Complications from Inflammatory Diseases
A sub study of PRECISION: Preventing Complications from Inflammatory Skin, Joint and Bowel Conditions Project Lead: Antonio Aviña-Zubieta MD, MSc, PhD. Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine, University of British Columbia...
read moreRisk of Retinal Toxicity in Patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and Rheumatoid Arthritis on Long-term Hydroxychloroquine Therapy
Principal Investigator: J Antonio Avina-Zubieta M.D. M.Sc. Ph.D. FRCPC Senior Research Scientist, Arthritis Research Canada Associate Professor of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine, University of British Columbia BC Lupus Society Scholar...
read moreHip Osteoarthritis Progression Evaluation (HOPE) Study
Scientific Study Title: Population-Based Longitudinal Cohort Study of Femoroacetabular Impingement of the Hip Using Magnetic Resonance Imaging Outcomes Principal Investigator: Jolanda Cibere, MD, PhD, Associate Professor, Rheumatology, Department of Medicine, UBC;...
read moreWhen Fear Becomes Reality: Marilyn’s Story
For Marilyn Palsenbarg, getting diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis at age 36 felt like a death sentence. That’s because death was the only outcome she knew for someone who had RA and OA. Marilyn had watched her father struggle with the same...
read moreCall for Research Participants – Rheumatoid Arthritis and Self Care
The OPERAS Project Do you have rheumatoid arthritis? Want to learn more about self-care for rheumatoid arthritis? We invite you to test a program for monitoring arthritis symptoms and physical activity. You will receive a Fitbit and coaching from a...
read moreArthritis in the Workforce
Did you know that arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions are the most common reasons why people stop working in Canada? This webinar with Arthritis Research Canada's Associate Scientific Director, Dr. Diane Lacaille, will help employers appreciate the...
read more2019 ARThritis Soirée – Get Your Tickets Today!
January 17, 2019 (Vancouver, BC): It’s going to be a great night! Arthritis Research Canada is a world leader in finding answers and saving lives for the over 6 million Canadians affected by arthritis. Join us for the 7th annual ARThritis Soirée - May 22,...
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