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About Arthritis

Arthritis is a collection of conditions affecting joints and other tissues. It causes pain, restricts mobility and diminishes quality of life.

It's serious. 1 in 5 Canadians live every day with arthritis and there is no cure.

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This tool is designed by experts as a resource to help you communicate more effectively with your health care provider about symptoms you may be experiencing.

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Arthritis Types A-Z

In this section arthritis experts provide you with information on the main types of arthritis, frequently asked questions, treatments and suggestions for self-management.

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May 11

B.C. plans ‘ambitious’ fix of surgical wait-list backlog while still fighting COVID-19 BC's plan to resume postponed surgeries is intended to address both the COVID-related backlog and surgeries that had significant wait times pre-COVID. People waiting for joint replacement surgeries are among the most impacted. The Globe and Mail
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May 08

More than 1,000 non-urgent surgeries completed since COVID-19 restrictions were eased: AHS Alberta Heath Services said more than 1,000 non-urgent surgeries have been completed in the province since health officials announced on Monday that it was resuming some scheduled procedures. People waiting for joint replacements have been among the most impacted by pre-existing delays made worse... Global News
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May 06

Discovery Pod speaks to Arthritis Society president and CEO Trish Barbato Arthritis Society president and CEO Trish Barbato talks with the Discovery Pod about joining the organization just before the COVID-19 pandemic, the challenges facing charities in the face of a global shutdown, and how innovation will play a key role as the organization evolves to meet the... Public
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