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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.

 

     Spring 2025

 

Arthritis Research Canada’s 2025 ARThritis Soirée, presented by Beachcomber Hot Tubs, will take place on Thursday, May 22 at 7 p.m. at the Paradox Hotel Vancouver.

Join co-hosts Coleen Christie and Fred Lee for an elegant cocktail reception to benefit life-changing arthritis research. Get your early bird tickets today!

Navigating Brain Fog with Arthritis

Arthritis causes joint pain and swelling. But did you know it can also affect a person’s ability to think and focus? Learn about cognitive dysfunction and discover tips to push through the fog.

A Lifetime of Arthritis: Lauren’s Story

Remember our Holiday Fitness Challenge? The lucky winner of the Arc’teryx Beta Jacket is someone who has lived and breathed physical activity since her rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis at age two. 

Arthritis & Tattoos: Is it Safe to Get Inked?

As tattoos grow in popularity across Canada, we ask our expert, are they safe for people living with inflammatory arthritis? Find out what a rheumatologist has to say about the risks of putting art over your arthritis.

Arthritis Research Canada thanks the following members of our Arthritis Patient Advisory Board for contributing to this issue of the newsletter:  Eileen Davidson and Steve Sutherland. We would also like to thank Lauren Zigelstein.

We are grateful to all our patient partners who share their lived experiences to help others.