September is Arthritis Awareness Month and we’re busting some of the biggest myths about the 100+ types of arthritis that impact over 6 million Canadians. How would you fill in the blank? “Arthritis is . ” Join the conversation.
You wouldn’t bully someone for having cancer, so why bully someone who has another illness? Arthritis is a misunderstood disease that can be very isolating. As students head back to school and employees return to work, we’re shedding light on a topic that isn’t often discussed.
Leaving a gift to Arthritis Research Canada in your Will directly supports life-changing research – studies that help people with arthritis keep their jobs, avoid serious complications like heart attacks and strokes, prevent osteoarthritis after a sports injury and more! Take care of your loved ones and support research for future generations.
“I have patients who are scared to leave their homes,” said Dr. Shojania. “But many arthritis patients are not as vulnerable as they may think.” Get COVID-19 advice from one of Canada’s leading rheumatologists as we continue to grapple with the pandemic.
“My doctor told me it’s not something you die from; it’s something you die with. That was a life-changing moment,” said Chris Pudlak, diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis at age 36. Follow his journey to regain control of his life.
The Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, one of several approved COVID-19 vaccines in Canada, is safe and effective for patients living with rheumatic disease, according to new research out of Quebec. Take a sneak peek at some ground-breaking research results.
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