News

Update on COVID-19 Vaccine

We are receiving many calls and enquiries about the vaccine and how that may impact people with RA or JIA. 17/12/2020 The most up to date guidance on which groups of people will be eligible to receive the vaccine(s) and in what priority can find out more at www.gov.uk/government/groups/joint-committee-on-vaccination-and-immunisation. As progress is being made at […]

News, 10 Dec

Temporary suspension of some NRAS Services

During what is increasingly a difficult time financially for the entire charity/third sector, NRAS has made the difficult decision to put the majority of its employees on furlough leave. We will do all we can to minimise the impact on our beneficiaries and service users, but it will mean that some services are restricted between […]

News, 18 Nov

Join the DBC’s call in demanding the Government to stop leaving disabled people behind

‘Rishi, we urge you, please – do the right thing’ – over 119,000 demand Chancellor stop denying financial lifeline to 2 million people on legacy benefits. 18/11/2020 Petition hand-in follows Ian Blackford MP telling Prime Minister to ”fix the serious gaps in Covid-19 support for those excluded in the UK” Actor Alun Armstrong behind call […]

News, 10 Nov

NRAS statement on the breaking news regarding the Pfizer Vaccine

The Pfizer vaccine is not a live vaccine but there are many other vaccines in the pipeline – some live, but most not. 10/11/2020 Most vaccine trials have excluded people with rheumatic disease on immune modulation from participation, so we currently do not have data to base decisions upon if they will be safe for […]

News, 14 Oct

Review published in ‘Musculoskeletal Care’ with contribution from NRAS

Just published in ‘Musculoskeletal Care’ – The Value, impact and role of nurses in rheumatology outpatient care: Critical review of the literature. 14/10/2020 Click here to read that review The Conclusion of this review: There is a convincing case to maintain and extend the role of nurses in managing RA, but further work is needed on […]

News, 01 Oct

NRAS Joins Newly Launched World Patients Alliance

NRAS is excited to announce that we’ve joined the World Patients Alliance, a new international advocacy coalition of more than 100 patient groups across 38 countries. 01/10/2020 As advocates for individuals impacted by Rheumatoid Arthritis and their loved ones, we know firsthand how patient-centered care makes a difference in healthcare outcomes and patients’ quality of […]

News, 21 Sep

Covid Choices survey results

1 in 3 people delay medical care in COVID-19 pandemic. Lack of information drives on-going fear of attending appointments. Patients need clear, consistent information about COVID-19 safety measures before going to hospital and GP appointments, according to a public survey led by the Patient Information Forum (PIF). 21/09/2020 More than 800 people responded to the […]

News, 11 Sep

10 ways you can improve your mental well-being if you have a chronic illness

Our Support Services Manager, Nadine, has written a blog on things that she has found helpful over her 30+ years journey with RA to improve her mental well-being. 11/09/2020 The World Health Organisation states that wellbeing is “a state of complete physical, mental, and social wellbeing, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” It is […]

News, 08 Sep

We R.A. Priority

NRAS is pleased to announce our work with the campaign “We R.A. Priority” which is being led by Gilead Sciences from Tuesday 8 September. The campaign aims to support adults of all ages with this hidden disease and open up discussions to dispel the misperceptions that exist around this condition. 08/09/2020 Research has shown that young […]

News, 23 Jul

To mask or not to mask

Many people are asking us for guidance and information about whether they are exempt from wearing a face mask if they have RA or JIA. There is no one-size-fits –all answer, but this information could help you with that decision. 23/07/2020 Key points There is absolutely no scientific evidence that your oxygen intake is reduced […]

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