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Beyond the Pain: Finding Freedom and Community

For many, arthritis isn't just about achy joints or a sore back; it's about the small, daily losses that add up over time. It's the… Read More

Mental Health and Wellbeing Presentation Series: Thanks to Alike WA

Living with arthritis can be challenging, but you’re not alone. Arthritis & Osteoporosis WA’s friendly support groups offer a welcoming space to share experiences, connect… Read More

Meet Nociception: The Biological Key To Understanding Pain

INTRODUCTION The survival of all animals depends upon their ability to detect potentially harmful (“noxious”) stimuli in their environment. This enables them to avoid or… Read More

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Supporting Stronger Bones Through Life

Our bones support us every day, but for millions of Australians, poor bone health increases the risk of serious fractures, long-term disability, and loss of… Read More

Curcumin: Health benefits and cautions explained

Curcumin is the major component of the herb turmeric and is one of the most versatile and widely used health supplements. There are plenty of… Read More

What happens to teeth as you age? And how can you extend the life of your smile?

A healthy smile helps us live long, well and happy lives. But just like our bodies, our teeth succumb to age-related changes. So what happens… Read More

Understanding and Reducing Fall Risks: Practical Tips for Older Adults

Falls are the leading cause of injury in Western Australia, with one in three people over 65 experiencing a fall each year. The risk of… Read More

Massage and Arthritis

Massage therapy can be a valuable tool for managing arthritis and musculoskeletal pain. This article provides general information on the benefits of massage, guidelines for… Read More

Rheumatoid Arthritis: Health Implications in Western Australia

I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to contribute to rheumatoid arthritis (RA) research over the past two years through the generous support of Arthritis… Read More

Gingerbread Is A Delicious Yet Ancient Staple Of The Holiday Season, And Its Spices May Have Some Surprising Health Benefits

No confectionery symbolises the holidays quite like gingerbread. While most of us associate gingerbread with edible houses and spiced loaves of cake-like bread, it’s also… Read More

9 signs you have inflammation in your body. Could an anti-inflammatory diet help?

There is a lot of health buzz around the term “inflammation” right now. From new scientific discoveries to celebrities and social media influencers, it seems… Read More

Sore joints now it’s getting cold? It’s tempting to be less active – but doing more could help you feel better

One in three Australians has a musculoskeletal condition involving joint pain, and the most common cause is arthritis. Around 3.6 million Australians have arthritis, and… Read More

8 Foods to Keep your Joints Healthy

Inflammation is one of the key contributors to pain. In arthritis, the inflammation can bring on debilitating joint pain and so making small changes by… Read More

“getting around to it…”

In our family, it was the death in the UK of a much beloved Uncle that delivered up old letters, photos and cards, flooding us… Read More

Use your Will, to help us remove pain and disablement from our lives…

Recently, we invited our readers to tell us how they managed their condition, their treatment and ability to live life. The response was wonderful; the… Read More

Alcohol and its impact on health- how much is safe to drink?

Alcohol consumption is a well-known risk factor for more than 200 health conditions, such as arthritis, osteoporosis, cancer, cardiovascular disease, liver disease, and dementia. In… Read More

Curcumin – Health benefits and cautions explained

Curcumin is the major component of the herb turmeric and is one of the most versatile and widely used health supplements. There are plenty of… Read More

Can you meet your recommended dietary intake for calcium from diet alone?

Along with vitamin D and weight-bearing physical activity, Calcium is an essential mineral for building and maintaining healthy bones. In this article, Clinical Nutritionist Deborah… Read More

New campaign reveals blind spot for older Australians

Arthritis & Osteoporosis WA is urging older Australians to look out for symptoms of silent inflammation that could put their eyesight at risk, and to… Read More

Aussies at greater risk of osteoarthritis

Australia has among the highest rates of osteoarthritis in the world, with the number of people suffering from the debilitating disease expected to rise as… Read More

Making the most of your eyesight

Did you know that from the age of 40 our eyes change rapidly? And by the age of 65, we will need three times more… Read More

Social Lines program offers connection for those in need

Arthritis & Osteoporosis WA first started its Social Lines program back in 2013. With the recent Covid-19 restrictions, this program is now more relevant than… Read More

The Arthritis Getaway for young adults

The Arthritis Getaway (TAG) is a fun, informative and educational weekend away for young adults with arthritis. It is an opportunity to get together in… Read More

COVID-19 Vaccination for Rheumatology Patients

The Australian Government recently announced that COVID-19 vaccinations will soon be made available to all Australians. Although, for people living with musculoskeletal conditions, it has… Read More

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