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Knee OA report from Health Innovation Yorkshire and Humber

This report provides patient-led insights into the lived experience of knee osteoarthritis (OA) across the Yorkshire and Humber region. It explores how OA affects quality of life, mental health, and access to treatment, particularly within the NHS musculoskeletal (MSK) care pathway. Through in-depth interviews with patients at various stages of the total knee replacement (TKR)...
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Celebrating Christina Cunliffe OBE

The RCC President-Elect, Stuart Smellie and Chief Executive, Susie Isaacson were delighted to be invited to share the formal celebrations as Professor Christina Cunliffe OBE, Principal of McTimoney College of Chiropractic was awarded her Order of the British Empire (OBE) from the Princess Royal at Windsor Castle. This was a proud moment to celebrate all...
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Join the JIA Champions Forum with CCAA

Make your lived experience count - join the JIA Champions Forum! The CCAA is looking for passionate individuals over the age of 18 who have lived experience of JIA or JIA-uveitis (either as a patient or a parent/carer) to become JIA Champions. As a JIA Champion, you will be part of a national forum of...
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Versus Arthritis Response to the Men’s Health Strategy

In April, the government announced plans for England's first Men's Health Strategy, aimed at addressing the life expectancy gap and health conditions that disproportionately affect men. To help shape the strategy, the government launched a call for evidence - and Versus Arthritis used this opportunity to highlight the estimated 8.7 million men in England living...
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Inaugural Cornwall Arthritis Trust podcast

The Cornwall Arthritis Trust is delighted to launch their first ever Freedom to Move podcast. Sally Crabtree presents the first podcast featuring Professor Tony Woolf talking about how the charity began, the importance work of the charity and some wonderful tip tips on how to live your best life whilst living with a long term...
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Osteoporosis APPG launches patient experience survey

Have you ever felt unsure who to speak to about your bone health? Or wished your osteoporosis care was better joined up? The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Osteoporosis and Bone Health - a cross-party group in Parliament supported by the Royal Osteoporosis Society - is running a new inquiry into how people with osteoporosis...
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Cut to the Bone campaign

Versus Arthritis launches #CutToTheBone campaign in response to benefit cuts Versus Arthritis has launched their #CutToTheBone campaign, urging MPs to vote against £5bn of benefit cuts tabled by the Government to encourage people into work. Among these changes, the stricter eligibility criteria to qualify for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) will be the most devastating....
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Would you like to be an ARMA Trustee?

Nominations are now open for election to the ARMA Trustee Board. The deadline is Friday 23 May 2025. Trustees are responsible for the governance, strategy and management of the charity. They contribute to the strategic development of the organisation and the delivery of its services, taking part in Board meetings and in other activities between...
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Psoriasis Association Conference 2025 now CPD certified

The Psoriasis Association is delighted to share that the 'Right Treatment: Right Time' Annual Meeting 2025 has received CPD certification, meaning CPD points are available for attendees. This is great news for healthcare professionals, academics or those who are interested in continuing professional development on a personal level. For those who would like a certificate...
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AHP for the Armed Forces

Webinar: Allied Health Professions for the Armed Force Community On 4 February 2025, the iO will be showcasing a career as an osteopath, and explaining how your transferable skills and values lend themselves to this long-term sustainable career. The webinar includes the opportunity to watch an osteopath in action and hear from the NHSE AHP...
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