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Incredible arthritis volunteers honoured
Monday, 16 June 2014, 2:25 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
“Arthritis New Zealand is delighted with the news that some of its dedicated volunteers have been recognised in the 2014 Minister of Health Volunteer Awards,” says Chief Executive Sandra Kirby. These awards recognise and celebrate the invaluable contributions ... More >>
Arthritis New Zealand says THANK YOU!
Friday, 13 June 2014, 10:09 am | Arthritis New Zealand
Sandra Kirby, Chief Executive of Arthritis New Zealand, today expressed her gratitude to the many volunteers who assist the charity in so many different ways, ahead of Volunteer Awareness Week (15-21 June). More >>
Good week to talk about gout
Tuesday, 10 June 2014, 4:01 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
For thousands of men in New Zealand, gout is a painful reality. “Nearly 90,000 men already have a diagnosis of gout,” says Sandra Kirby, CEO of Arthritis New Zealand. More >>
Arthritis NZ Volunteer recognised for 30+ years of service
Tuesday, 3 June 2014, 11:31 am | Arthritis New Zealand
Arthritis New Zealand is absolutely delighted that Kathleen (Kathie) Smith has been recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours with the award of an ONZM. “This award recognises Kathie’s commitment to people with arthritis both within the health ... More >>
Shame and embarrassment a barrier to treatment for gout?
Monday, 19 May 2014, 3:25 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
Shame and embarrassment a barrier to treatment for gout? 22 May is Gout Awareness Day. Today, Arthritis New Zealand is asking New Zealanders to gain a better understanding of this chronic and incredibly painful arthritis condition. Yes, gout is a form of ... More >>
Working is a health benefit
Friday, 16 May 2014, 3:02 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
Sandra Kirby, CEO Arthritis New Zealand welcomes the funding to support people on benefits return to the workforce. More >>
Thanks for listening Minister. But more needed
Friday, 16 May 2014, 3:00 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
Arthritis New Zealand Chief Executive Sandra Kirby says the additional funding for elective surgery that was offered as a temporary measure five months ago and has been confirmed in yesterday’s Budget is a step in the right direction. More >>
Are you a Coopers Beach residents living with arthritis?
Wednesday, 30 April 2014, 2:16 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
Have you been told ‘its just arthritis!’? Or you don’t sleep properly, and the pain gets you down? You are not alone. One in six people have one of the more than 140 different forms of arthritis. And we care. So you don’t have to ‘just ... More >>
Predicted Wave of Orthopaedic Surgery Needs To Be Prevented
Tuesday, 18 March 2014, 12:26 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
Arthritis New Zealand Chief Executive Sandra Kirby urges Hon. Tony Ryall, Minister of Health and DHB’s to reflect on the fact that we appear to be denying surgery to people who qualify on surgical grounds, but caught up in the rationing system, ... More >>
Arthritic achievers inspire on International Women’s Day
Friday, 7 March 2014, 5:18 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
Arthritis New Zealand Chief Executive Sandra Kirby says International Women's Day is a time to celebrate the achievements of women who have been inspirational with their achievements while living with arthritis. More >>
Arthritis camp: excitement building for over 30 children!
Thursday, 27 February 2014, 5:08 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
This weekend, more than 30 children and their caregivers will travel to the Arthritis New Zealand camp for children with arthritis at the beautiful Totara Springs Camp near Matamata. The children who are attending this year’s camp have been recently ... More >>
There is a point to Acupuncture Week
Thursday, 27 February 2014, 2:51 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
“People with some forms of arthritis may like to consider using acupuncture to complement their medical treatment,” Arthritis New Zealand Chief Executive said today in the lead up to Acupuncture Awareness Week. More >>
Arthritis is common... and also rare
Thursday, 27 February 2014, 2:41 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
Arthritis New Zealand Chief Executive Sandra Kirby wants us to be more aware of the rarer forms of arthritis this Friday 28 February, which is Rare Disease Day. More >>
Remember our children with arthritis on Te Rā O Te Tamariki
Thursday, 27 February 2014, 12:31 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
Arthritis New Zealand Chief Executive Sandra Kirby called on Kiwis to think about children who are living with arthritis this Sunday, which is Te Rā O Te Tamariki (Children’s Day), and is celebrated every year on the first Sunday in March. The ... More >>
Extra $10M of elective surgery great news. But more needed
Friday, 31 January 2014, 3:58 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
Arthritis New Zealand Chief Executive Sandra Kirby is delighted that an extra $10 Million has been allocated for elective surgery over the next five months, following an announcement this week by Hon. Tony Ryall, Minister of Health, in which he said ... More >>
Arthritis volunteers – where would we be without you?
Tuesday, 3 December 2013, 5:04 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
Thousands of New Zealanders volunteer their time to support the many services of Arthritis New Zealand and help us in so many different ways, such as collecting during our annual appeal, helping with land and water-based exercise classes, driving, volunteering ... More >>
Don’t let arthritis disable you
Monday, 2 December 2013, 5:04 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
Tuesday 3 December is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, and this year’s theme is ‘Break Barriers, Open Doors: for an inclusive society and development for all’. More >>
Join the Fight Against Arthritis
Wednesday, 30 October 2013, 4:18 pm | Arthritis New Zealand
Arthritis New Zealand are urging people to join the fight against arthritis by coming along to their open day on Saturday 9th November at the Waipuna Conference Centre, Auckland. More >>
Fit for Work Summit to Make NZ More Productive
Wednesday, 23 October 2013, 11:01 am | Arthritis New Zealand
WELLINGTON, Wednesday 23 October – The Fit for Work Summit, convened by Arthritis New Zealand in partnership with AbbVie , yesterday brought together key medical, government and industry stakeholders with special guest Professor Stephen Bevan of ... More >>
Play safely, and reduce your risk of osteoarthritis
Thursday, 17 October 2013, 10:43 am | Arthritis New Zealand
Arthritis New Zealand Chief Executive Sandra Kirby’s message for Safety Week 2013 is to exercise with care, and reduce your risk of osteoarthritis. More >>
