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Continuing to empower people through self-management

Arthritis and Osteoporosis WA (AOWA) provides self-management programs for consumers living with arthritis. The programs consist of six classes held over six weeks. Facilitators lead… Read More

Winter falls and risks

Winter is upon us and the accompanying forces of nature are set to affect our bodies in various ways. From the perspective of falls risks,… Read More

Handy household tips

Joints affected by arthritis are usually weaker and less stable than 'normal' joints. This makes them more vulnerable to damage, particularly from twisting or repetitive… Read More

Should we take supplements to enhance our calcium intake?

The question of whether or not we should take supplements to enhance our dietary calcium intake is always a controversial subject. Many studies have reported… Read More

Ross River virus disease in Western Australia

Ross River virus (RRV) is the most common mosquito-borne virus that can cause disease in humans in Australia. It occurs in environmentally-driven transmission cycles between… Read More

Changes to patient access for medicines containing codeine

From 1 February 2018, medicines that contain low-dose codeine will no longer be available without prescription in pharmacies. If you have strong or chronic (long-lasting)… Read More

Arthritis and exercise in winter

The benefits of exercise are well established. However, during the cooler months many people with arthritis feel their symptoms worsen. This, combined with the cold… Read More

The importance of quality bone density testing

A properly conducted bone density test provides important data on the resistance of your bone to fracture, if subjected to 'excessive force' often in a… Read More

Broccoli could help prevent arthritis

Eating plenty of broccoli could help to prevent or slow down the onset of osteoarthritis, researchers said. Scientists at the University of East Anglia found… Read More

Alarm over Ross River virus

A crisis meeting will be held next week to tackle growing concerns about Ross River virus in WA, as the number of cases of the… Read More

Living with chronic pain

Pain is a signal from the brain that serves to inform us that we are in danger and should change something – like take our… Read More

Mushrooms are vitamin D factories

Three or four button mushrooms are able to make enough vitamin D for the average person's estimated daily needs, says a respected Australian scientist. But… Read More

Men twice as likely to die from weak bones

Men are twice as likely to die from hip fractures as women, prompting experts to warn men to look after their bone health or risk… Read More

Daily walking can help reduce Osteoarthritis-related limitations – Arthritis UK Research

A new study has highlighted the benefits that physical activity can have in reducing the functional impact of osteoarthritis. Led by researchers at Boston University… Read More

Joint pain from the gut

Scientists don't know what causes rheumatoid arthritis, but many suspect that the microbiome—the bacteria that live in our gastrointestinal tracts—may be to blame. Doctors aren’t… Read More

Australians falling short on calcium intake and consuming too much sodium, survey finds

Australians are not getting enough calcium from their food and most are consuming too much sodium, a national survey has found. The first national nutrition… Read More

Why do we fall over when we get older?

As the world's population lives longer, the significance of osteoporosis and fractures increases. In Australia, it is estimated that 4.74 million Australians aged over 50… Read More

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Check iron levels before supplementing

Experts are warning that the signs of iron overload are similar to the signs of low iron. Haemochromatosis Australia and the Dietitians Association of Australia… Read More

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