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National Research Program information session for researchers
We are committed to improving the lives of Australians living with arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions through impactful, relevant research. We’re excited to announce our new activities aimed at embedding and supporting consumer engagement in research in our research activities and partnerships. In 2024, we partnered with Research Australia to conduct a review of best practice…
New Website Empowers Australians with Osteoarthritis
Press Release [Sydney, Australia] Australians living with osteoarthritis now have a powerful new resource at their fingertips with the launch of MyOA/ MyJointPain (https://myoa.org.au/), a dedicated online platform designed to provide support, education, and tools for better management of the condition. Osteoarthritis affects more than 2.2 million Australians, impacting mobility, independence, and quality of life….
Arthritis Australia | 2024 year in review
In 2024, Arthritis Australia made significant strides in advocating for better care for the 7+ million Australians living with arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions. Parliamentary Summit on Better Care for Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Conditions A highlight was our inaugural Parliamentary Summit on Better Care, held on August 22, which brought together over 90 consumers, clinicians, researchers,…
Australians with our most misunderstood arthritis – GOUT- receive resources in time for holidays!
One in 15 Australians are affected by gout – also referred to as ‘crystal arthritis’ Gout attacks can be triggered by foods and alcohol abundant on the festive buffet Gout sufferers face stigma due to lack of understanding that the cause is mostly genetic New resource hub tackles myths and mismanagement to reduce disease burden.[Sydney,…
Arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions affect 7 million Australians
Click here to email your MP today 7 million voices | 7 million stories Arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions affect almost 1 in 3 Australians One in three, which is more than 7 million Australians of all ages, are living with arthritis and musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions. The next federal election could be called at any time,…
World Arthritis Day | 2024
World Arthritis Day 2024: Empowering Through Information October 12th marks World Arthritis Day, a global initiative to recognise the challenges faced by millions living with arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions. This year’s theme, “Informed Choices, Better Outcomes,” highlights the critical role of evidence-based information in empowering individuals to manage their health effectively. Click here to download…
Over 20 peak groups join Arthritis Australia’s call for urgent action on arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions.
Arthritis Australia and over 40 leading health stakeholders including over 20 peak bodies have issued a formal communique calling for urgent action to provide more affordable evidence based care, following the first national parliamentary summit on arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions, which recently brought together over 90 consumers, clinicians, researchers, policymakers and industry representatives. “Implementing proven…
Arthritis Australia’s first interactive Parliamentary Summit on Better Care for Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Conditions
Arthritis Australia’s first interactive Parliamentary Summit on Better Care for Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Conditions on 22 August was attended by over 90 consumers, clinicians, researchers, industry, peak groups, parliamentarians and policymakers who gathered to address the pressing challenge of arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions. With escalating health system and out of pocket costs, it’s crucial that…
ARTHRITIS AT BREAKING POINT: Greater access to physios, dietitians, and other allied health essential to stem staggering rise in hip and knee replacements
Arthritis Australia is calling for urgent, affordable access to lifestyle behavioural care from physiotherapists, dietitians, and other multidisciplinary allied health, to help address the escalating crisis in arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions now placing unprecedented strain on communities, hospitals and health budgets. The Australian Government’s Commission on Safety and Quality in Healthcare last week set a…
Parliamentary summit on better care for arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions
Click here to download the summit agenda Click here to download the communique Musculoskeletal conditions, including arthritis and back pain , affect around 7 million people or 1 in 3 Australians, and are a leading cause of chronic pain. As our most expensive disease group, they cost the health system almost $15 billion dollars a…
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