New priority for arthritis
After nearly 40 years of campaigning by Shenton Park group Arthritis and Osteoporosis WA, a professorship dedicated to arthritis has been established at the University… Read More
Australians living longer but suffering more chronic diseases
Australians are living longer but lifestyle-related chronic diseases are taking an increasing toll, according to the latest report on the nation's health. The report, issued… 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
My Health Record opt-out period extended to 31 Jan 2019
Media Release: 10 July 2018 Arthritis & Osteoporosis WA is partnering with the Australian Digital Health Agency (ADHA) to provide information for people living with… Read More
Arthritis and Osteoporosis WA Research Scholarship in Bone and Mineral Endocrinology
Scholarship Opportunity Arthritis & Osteoporosis WA is an organisation established to reduce the incidence and disabling effects of arthritis, osteoporosis and related conditions in the… Read More
Nurses the key to caring for arthritis
Report demonstrates rheumatology nurses could be the answer for hundreds of thousands of Australians with inflammatory arthritis. Currently there is only one rheumatology nurse for… Read More
Arthritis: Count the cost and bank the savings
Media Release - May 30, 2016. Major report shows the growing multi-billion dollar costs of arthritis to the economy, individuals and to the healthcare system… Read More
Arthritis may increase risk of falling into poverty
New research suggests developing arthritis may increase the risk of falling into poverty - especially for women, for whom the increased risk was found to… Read More
Targeting fatty acids could help to treat arthritis
A new study has discovered that targeting fatty acids could potentially be used to treat arthritis. Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis,… 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
New drug trials could lead to a ground-breaking cure for arthritis
Experts have hailed the discovery which will revolutionise treatment of the devastating disease and bring hope to millions of people suffering in daily agony. There… Read More
Public safety must not be pushed sside in Government quest for Biosimilar budget savings
Arthritis Australia is concerned that patient safety may be compromised by current moves in Australia to allow biosimilars to be substituted for biologic medications at… Read More
Younger Australians hit hard by arthritis
MEDIA RELEASE: 12 October 2015, SYDNEY New online resource, EMPOWERED, launched on World Arthritis Day to help people with arthritis better manage their condition. The vast… Read More
AOWA President Dr Jack Edelman awarded Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
We are very pleased to announce that our President, Dr Jack Edelman has been awarded a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for his… Read More
Painful Transitions Report 2016
This report seeks to inform Arthritis and Osteoporosis Victoria, Arthritis and Osteoporosis Western Australia and other relevant agencies about the experiences of 16-24 year old Australians with… Read More
Stem Cell Treatments & Regulation – a quick guide for consumers
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has just released 'Stem cell treatments and regulation - a quick guide for consumers.' As the TGA states, "The science… 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
Need to improve care for patients with chronic conditions
The latest data on patient experiences from the Australian Bureau of Statistics ABS) show more work is needed to provide seamless care for people with… 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
Frequency, presentation, and outcome of Takayasu Arteritis in Western Australia
Takayasu arteritis (TA) is a rare type of vasculitis, a group of conditions characterised by blood vessel inflammation. In TA, the inflammation damages the large… Read More
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
Draft National Strategic Action Plan for Arthritis
We are seeking stakeholder and community feedback on the draft National Strategic Action Plan for Arthritis. The purpose of the Action Plan is to provide… Read More
Digital health technologies to assist young people with persistent musculoskeletal pain
The aim of this project was to identify, appraise and synthesise insights from users (collectively referring to both end-users and implementers) about the characteristics of… Read More
Kids helping kids with arthritis
Year 12 students from Serpentine Jarrahdale Grammar School raised an outstanding total of $1,449.30 in just one day! The money raised on 'Muck Up Day,'… Read More