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Joint statement on House of Lords report on Homecare Medicines Services

As organisations representing both patients and clinicians, who rely upon and work with homecare medicines services, we are encouraged by the direction set out in the House of Lords Public Services Committee report, Homecare Medicines Services: An opportunity lost. Bringing care closer to home for patients and reducing the burden on overstretched and under-resourced NHS […]

News, 10 Nov

Why should you become a Member of NRAS?

Most of us are fully aware, that access to a good support network around you comes with countless perks. Whether it’s a sense of belonging, the power of connection or the mental health benefits, we all need social interactions to some extent. However, as we get older and people’s responsibilities shift, this can, for many […]

News, 19 Oct

Campaign launched to help people save money on prescriptions

A new NHS England campaign aims to raise awareness of prescription saving schemes. A Prescription Prepayment Certificate will save people money if they pay for more than three items in three months, or 11 items in 12 months. The certificate covers all NHS prescriptions for a set pre-paid price, which can also be spread over […]

News, 19 Oct

Statement About Flu Vaccines

NRAS recently had an enquiry about the “nasal” spray flu vaccine that is being rolled out in schools to children which prompted us ask some of our medical advisors for some guidance.

News, 17 Oct

Wellbeing and Activity Behaviours in RA Survey

Different types of physical activity are positively associated with indicators of mental health and psychological wellbeing in RA during COVID-19.

News, 11 Oct

Help others like Hayley by supporting NRAS today

“I couldn’t stand or walk for days, do any household chores or sleep because of the excruciating pain at night from flare-ups.” For thousands of people living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in the UK, this is their painful reality. At NRAS, we’re committed to providing much-needed support, information and advocacy for all those living with […]

News, 05 Sep

NRAS has been selected to take part in the BBC Radio 4 Appeal this month

We are so pleased to share with you that Kirsty Young, who presented the BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs programme and more recently was the principal anchor in the coverage of the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, is supporting NRAS in our BBC Radio 4 charity Appeal. As Kirsty is someone who was diagnosed […]

News, 04 Sep

There’s nothing sweeter than leaving a gift to future generations

This week NRAS is celebrating the importance of gifts in Wills to raise awareness of the positive impact they have on charities. Leaving a gift in your Will is a very personal way to help NRAS as you’ll be enabling the development and delivery of our vital services for the future generations living with rheumatoid […]

News, 30 Aug

Updated: Autumn 2023 Covid booster vaccine programme

The UK government has accepted advice from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI), which advises that for the 2023 autumn booster programme, the following groups should be offered a COVID-19 vaccine from 11 September: Full details can be seen on the links below: For information on the latest COVID-19 information and on variants […]

News, 25 Aug

Changes to the NHS Shingles Vaccine Programme

From September 1st, more people will be eligible for the NHS shingles vaccine. Previously the shingles vaccine programme was limited to those aged 70 – 79, but from September 2023 eligibility will be extended to include those who turn 65 or who are aged 50 or over and have a severely weakened immune system. The […]

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