News, 26 Feb ABPI publication: How to make sure patients get faster and fairer access to new medicines NRAS CEO Clare Jacklin is a member of the ABPI Patient Advisory Council which has produced this report. UK governments and NHS leaders need to start with a holistic view of patient need and improve fair access to the latest medical advances which could help improve patient outcomes, wherever someone lives, and whatever their social […]
Article Where do I begin? Safety Message If you are worried about starting a new exercise, then your doctor can give you a check-up to make sure you’ll benefit from more activity and reassure you it is safe to do so. If necessary, your GP can also refer you to see a physiotherapist or other healthcare professional who can advise you […]
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Article Using the computer These days many of us must use a computer at work, and it can be a struggle for people who have long term conditions that affect their joints. Long periods of keyboard/mouse use can cause swelling and pain in the fingers, and wrists. Thankfully, there are many things that can now be done to help alleviate […]
News, 08 Dec Important changes to the way eligible patients can access free lateral flow tests From 6th November 2023, eligible patients in England can access free lateral flow tests directly from their local community pharmacies. This will replace the current online and telephone ordering services provided by GOV.UK and 119. We will amend this information for the devolved nations when we have an update. To check your eligibility to free […]
Page Privacy Policy The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society is committed to ensuring that the supporter, Member and health information we handle is fully protected and managed carefully. We work within the guidelines set out by data protection law. Your privacy is important to us, and we understand how important it is to you. This privacy policy tells you […]
Article Research Priorities in Psoriatic Arthritis December 2021 Introduction This process aimed to identify and prioritise the Top 10 research questions or evidence uncertainties for psoriatic arthritis in adults. A Priority Setting Partnership aims to help ensure that those who fund health research know what really matters to people living with psoriatic arthritis, their carers and clinicians. Methods The British Psoriatic […]
News, 10 Oct Inflammatory arthritis patients face long delays for treatment, audit reveals A leading rheumatoid arthritis charity is warning that treatment delays for patients with suspected early inflammatory arthritis could result in unnecessary harm. National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS) said that thousands of people who potentially have the condition aren’t getting treatment in line with NICE guidelines and Quality Standards, which risks life-long disabilities.
Article New Covid-19 Treatment Update – Evusheld AstraZeneca’s long acting covid antibody treatment Evusheld has now been approved in the UK as of the 17th of March. This news appears to be a breakthrough in action towards protecting those who are either unable to get the vaccine or have not responded to them as well as others. Although this is a step […]
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 […]
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