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A new evidence-based tool from the Institute for Work & Health (IWH) will help workers with chronic and often episodic health conditions continue to work safely, comfortably and productively in their jobs.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE$200,000 to be awarded at competition event on April 20, 2023  TORONTO – Seven leading innovators from across Canada have been named finalists in Arthritis Society Canada’s second Arthritis Ideator AwardsTM for their promising ideas that could transform...

Arthritis researchers and arthritis advocates from across Canada will be gathering virtually at the fourth annual Canadian Arthritis Research Conference (CARC) on Feb. 15 and 16, 2023 to discuss exciting new research underway.  People living with arthritis – and people who care for...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEArthritis Society Canada, Canada’s national charity dedicated to extinguishing arthritis, is pleased to announce the appointment of seven outstanding new members to its Board of Directors.Joining the Board of Directors are:Jeffrey Brown Chief...

New campaign urges Canadians to take action now Early diagnosis and treatment of arthritis are critical to minimizing the impact of joint damage and disability. Yet research suggests there could be as many Canadians living with undiagnosed arthritis as there are people who have a diagnosis...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Arthritis Society Canada is committed to unlocking the most powerful solutions to Canada’s most common chronic condition. Today, we announce the recipients of eight grants and awards that will help build careers and push boundaries in arthritis research.  ...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Arthritis researchers across Canada continue to bring us closer to a future where arthritis is extinguished.  In 2022, Arthritis Society Canada funding led to exciting advances, for example, in understanding the connection between gut bacteria and arthritis and...

Osteoarthritis of the shoulder is a growing problem among older adults. It is gradual, painful and leads to a loss of motion over the months and years. Dr. Nikolas Knowles is studying a new imaging technology to assess shoulder osteoarthritis. Called dual-energy computed tomography (DECT), it can...

For immediate release Innovations in surgery. Possible new drug targets. A tool to help youth manage their arthritis. These are among the nine promising research projects awarded funding today from Arthritis Society Canada for their potential to improve our ability to prevent, diagnose...