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The Arthritis Newsletter
The Arthritis Newsletter is produced quarterly by the Arthritis Patient Advisory Board to keep the public informed of advances in arthritis research and to share related stories.
It is written by people like you and me to bring arthritis research to life.
Summer 2025
It's Not Hip to Have Osteoarthritis Young
Over 100,000 hip and knee replacement surgeries are performed in Canada each year – mostly to people living with osteoarthritis. As an athlete and marathon runner, Kohle never imagined this would be his reality before age 30.
The Mental Side of Arthritis: Challenges & Strategies
Eileen Davidson’s depression started long before she was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. However, living with this disease has taken a toll on her body and mind. Discover how she navigates the mental side of chronic life.
Arthritis, Pregnancy & Medication Safety with Vienna Cheng
Arthritis Research Canada is home to 40+ research trainees. Over the next year, we will share their amazing work starting with Vienna Cheng’s pregnancy and medication safety research.
A Guide to Navigating the ER with Arthritis
Let’s be honest, no one wants to visit the emergency room, but sometimes it’s unavoidable. We’ve got advice on when to go and what to bring and tips for reducing the need to seek emergency care when living with arthritis.
Taking Steps to Thrive with Arthritis
Getting diagnosed with a serious, lifelong disease like arthritis can be scary and overwhelming. Understanding how all areas of life – from diet and exercise to sleep quality, stress, medications and more – impact arthritis, can help people live well with this disease.
Participate in Research
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Investigating the Mechanisms of Intramuscular Collagen Accumulation in Individuals with Knee Osteoarthritis
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Early Parenthood with Arthritis: Understanding How Mental Health is Affected and Identifying Support Needs
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Central Nervous System Pain Mechanism and Excitability Changes in Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis
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VIVA: Virtual Intervention for Vertebral Fractures
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Clinical Trial for a New Biologic in Lupus Nephritis
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Clinical Trial for a New Biologic in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
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Setting Priorities to Improve Physical Activity Support for Individuals With Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Retinal Toxicity and Hydroxychloroquine Therapy Study
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The SOAR (Stop OsteoARthritis) Clinical Trial
Arthritis Research Canada thanks the following members of our Arthritis Patient Advisory Board for contributing to this issue of the newsletter: Kohle Merry and Eileen Davidson.
We are grateful to all our patient partners who share their lived experiences to help others.
