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MPs pad up to bowl out arthritis
Wednesday, 4 February 2015, 4:22 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
Members of Parliament will be padding up for a charity cricket match in support of Arthritis New Zealand this Monday 9 February at Wellington’s Kelburn Park. The parliamentary team, aptly named the ‘Woodhouse Wonders’, will be captained by ... More >>
We all have a role in making care work
Thursday, 29 January 2015, 2:12 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
“Arthritis New Zealand is not surprised by the news that over 420,000 New Zealanders are providing unpaid care for friends or family,” Chief Executive Sandra Kirby said today. She was referring to the recently released Infometrics report that analysed ... More >>
The benefits of fish oil supplements
Friday, 23 January 2015, 2:51 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
“There is strong evidence that taking Omega 3 has health benefits that include reducing the inflammation associated with arthritis. So we advise people who find fish oil supplements beneficial to continue taking them,” Arthritis New Zealand ... More >>
Biosimilar drugs an exciting prospect
Friday, 12 December 2014, 4:59 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
“Biologic drugs although expensive can be life changing for people who are living with inflammatory arthritis,” Arthritis New Zealand Chief Executive Sandra Kirby said today. More >>
Unique stage work ORANGE inspires fight against Arthritis
Thursday, 11 December 2014, 12:28 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
Arthritis New Zealand is pleased to announce the all new stage show, ORANGE, in which a talented group of young people, aged 17 to 24 years, with arthritis, will articulate the struggles, alongside the strengths and resilience experienced by young people ... More >>
Gratitude for our tireless volunteers
Wednesday, 3 December 2014, 4:19 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
Sandra Kirby, Chief Executive of Arthritis New Zealand, expressed her gratitude to the thousands of New Zealanders who volunteer their time to support the many services of Arthritis New Zealand, as we celebrate International Volunteer Day, on the 5th ... More >>
Minister elected Honorary Life Member
Monday, 24 November 2014, 5:22 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
Arthritis New Zealand was delighted that at their AGM on Saturday, members unanimously elected Hon Michael Woodhouse an Honorary Life Member. Honorary Life Memberships are awarded to persons who have rendered outstanding service to Arthritis New Zealand. More >>
Five individuals and a business to receive Arthritis Awards
Wednesday, 19 November 2014, 2:07 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
At the Arthritis New Zealand Awards function in Christchurch on Friday 21 November, five individuals and one business will be acknowledged for their outstanding contributions to the lives of the 530,000 New Zealanders who are living with arthritis. Arthritis ... More >>
Waiting lists clearly not coping
Friday, 7 November 2014, 12:44 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
“Waiting lists are clearly not coping with demand,” Arthritis New Zealand Chief Executive said today. She was referring to research published today showing that one in three people requiring elective surgery are being turned away from waiting ... More >>
Celebrating International Volunteer Managers’ Day
Tuesday, 4 November 2014, 5:12 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
International Volunteer Managers’ Day on 5 November gives us the opportunity to recognise the efforts of those Arthritis New Zealand staff members who manage volunteers, and celebrates their skills, motivation and preparation they provide to the thousands ... More >>
So many people to thank
Friday, 17 October 2014, 5:02 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
So many people to thank, volunteers, members, businesses, mall owners and donors in local communities across New Zealand who helped make our recent annual appeal a success. Your contributions will help us to help the 530,000 New Zealanders who ... More >>
Young People Facing a Positive Future with Arthritis
Friday, 10 October 2014, 5:22 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
Today 20 young people aged from 12-20 years old are travelling to Auckland from around New Zealand. So what you might ask. More >>
World Arthritis Day: Living Better, Ageing Well
Friday, 10 October 2014, 10:50 am | Arthritis New Zealand
“Remember those with arthritis!” is Arthritis New Zealand Chief Executive Sandra Kirby’s message for World Arthritis Day. More >>
Use it or lose it!
Tuesday, 30 September 2014, 5:30 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
There are 278,800 New Zealanders aged over 65 who have been diagnosed with arthritis. And given one of the most beneficial things they can do is to remain active, Arthritis New Zealand Chief Executive Sandra Kirby reminds us of the importance of exercise, ... More >>
Outing Gout 5 Hui
Friday, 26 September 2014, 2:54 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
The latest research in causes and management. 26th September 2014 Treating gout seriously New Zealand leads the world in a condition that is debilitating and incredibly painful – gout! There are nearly 120,000 New Zealanders living with a current diagnosis ... More >>
Have you spotted one of the hidden gerberas yet?
Tuesday, 16 September 2014, 2:00 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
Arthritis New Zealand has teamed up with 20 well-loved retail stores across Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch, and hidden a standing orange gerbera (looks a bit like a sunflower) in each store for their ‘Hidden Gerbera’ campaign. More >>
Health Before Socks
Friday, 5 September 2014, 2:53 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
“As you pass over the socks for Father’s Day this year remember that if your Dad is one of the 89,000 men living with gout his feet may be tender. If it’s a garden voucher you are thinking about and your Dad has been complaining about back ... More >>
Reducing pain, increasing prevention
Friday, 29 August 2014, 12:50 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
Arthritis New Zealand’s Chief Executive, Sandra Kirby, welcomed Hon. Tony Ryall’s ‘promise’ yesterday that a re-elected National government will invest $36m over the next three years in a plan to help New Zealanders live free from bone, muscle ... More >>
Arthritis NZ agrees with ACC complaints recommendations
Wednesday, 13 August 2014, 1:23 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
Arthritis New Zealand welcomes the report from the Auditor General regarding the ACC complaints process. “We receive a number of enquiries from people who find ACC processes and procedures difficult to understand and navigate.” says Sandra ... More >>
What is Sjogrens Syndrome?
Wednesday, 23 July 2014, 4:55 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
Today is World Sjogren’s Day, and Arthritis New Zealand Chief Executive Sandra Kirby reminds New Zealanders that Sjogrens is one of the more that 140 different forms of arthritis. More >>
