You can help Australians like Sharyce living in pain from arthritis this summer
Diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis at four years of age. Psoriatic arthritis diagnosis. Six surgeries. Two decades of medication. Sharyce Helyar refuses to let arthritis destroy her life.
This summer, Australians of all ages are living in pain from arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions.
For many, simple everyday tasks – brushing teeth, cutting food and even opening doors – are not possible.
“I live with pain, inflammation, and stiffness in my neck, jaw, wrists, fingers, hips, knees, ankles and toes,” says 24-year-old Sharyce.
You can’t take away Sharyce’s pain, but your donation can help:
Equip people with information and tools – to help them manage their conditions well
Speak up for those with arthritis – to improve access to care and support services
Advance independent research based on lived experience – to find better treatments and potential cures
“It’s a constant battle. I never know how I am going to wake up feeling every day,” Sharyce says.
Arthritis affects one in seven Australians… perhaps a neighbour, someone in your family, or even yourself.
With a gift today, your kindness will bring practical support and hope… to Australians of all ages and walks of life – those living with and affected by arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions.
Sharyce says, “Some days it can be really difficult, but I know I am strong enough to get through it.”
Will you help resilient Australians like Sharyce to be free from arthritis?
Donate now to help an Australian living in pain from arthritis
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