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Osteoporosis and Arthritis: What You Need to Know

Arthritis itself can increase your risk of developing osteoporosis. But other risk factors may also play a role in the development of … See more

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Alcohol and Arthritis: How Drinking Affects Your Joints, …

WebIn any given month, more than half of adults in the United States have raised at least one glass of wine, beer or hard liquor. But is it safe to drink alcohol if you’re one …

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What is Polymyalgia Rheumatica

WebPolymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is believed to be an autoimmune disorder (where the immune system attacks normal cells within the body). “Poly” means “many” and …

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Osteoporosis: Our Guide to Better Bone Health

WebFollow us on Facebook. We set up our CreakyJoints Australia Community group on Facebook to share our latest news, feature articles, arthritis resources and …

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Taking Prednisone for Rheumatoid Arthritis: What …

WebTaking prednisone can dramatically weaken your bones, leading to osteoporosis, may cause cravings that cause weight gain, and can increase your risk of …

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What is Healthcare Horizon Scanning and What Does it …

WebThough horizon scanning has the potential to positively shape the healthcare landscape and patients’ access to innovative therapies, existing processes and systems …

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Why I Speak Up as a Healthcare Consumer (and How You …

WebConsumer-centred care is also called patient-centred care, person-centred care or personalised care. It is an approach used in health and social services that …

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Things you should know about arthritis and oral health

WebArthritic conditions with known oral health risks include osteoporosis, osteoarthritis (OA), rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and psoriatic arthritis (PsA) among others. …

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Health and Community Services Information For People …

WebTo live well with chronic conditions it helps to have access to a wide range of health services and reliable information, such as allied health, counselling, support groups and …

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Targeted Synthetic DMARDs/JAK inhibitors

WebTo date, janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors are the only sub-classification of targeted synthetic DMARDs available in Australia, although there are others being researched globally. JAK …

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Herbs and Supplements for Arthritis

WebMade from the boswellia serrata plant, it may ease pain and improve joint function. Bromelain: Supplement made from pineapple enzymes. Some people with arthritis find …

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Giving Yourself Biologic Injections: 23 Practical Tips to Try

Web9. Clean the Site First. Biologics work by suppressing your immune system so it’s of paramount importance that you use good hygiene to minimise potential infection …

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How to Access Holistic Allied Health and Rheumatology Support …

WebThis has been created to complement the consultations you might be having with your existing rheumatologist and allied health providers. Basic membership includes …

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29 Tips from Podiatrists for Managing Arthritis Pain in Your Feet

Web17. Avoid bare feet. The barefoot or minimalist shoe movement might be having a moment, but if you have arthritis this is one trend you definitely should skip, Dr Tumen says. “I …

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Australia’s First Clinical Care Standard for People with Rheumatoid

WebAbout the RA Clinical Care Standard. The inaugural Rheumatoid Arthritis Clinical Care Standard, recently published by the Australian Rheumatology Association (ARA), …

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Rinvoq®: New Treatment Available Through PBS For Rheumatoid …

WebUpadacitinib (Rinvoq®) is a type of medication called a JAK inhibitor — a sub-classification of disease modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). This means it targets …

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Two New Psoriasis Treatments are Now on the PBS. Could They …

WebExciting news for Australians with chronic plaque psoriasis. Two breakthrough treatments have been added to the PBS, bringing fresh possibilities for those with this challenging …

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Government Support for People with Chronic Conditions

WebMedicare Benefits Scheme. Medicare is Australia’s universal health care system. It is operated by the Australian Government and is funded through the tax system. Citizens …

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Finding A Peer Support Group

WebGive it a go and you won’t need to feel you are alone in your struggles anymore. CreakyJoints Australia is committed to supporting peer support groups and all those with …

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