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Postcode lottery for grants that improve lives of people with arthritis
A new independent report has found that the application process for a Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) is outdated, overly complex and involves excessive waiting times. This means that many people with arthritis are missing out on home aids and adaptations that enable them to live independently.Location of key protein – Del 1 – helps body resolve inflammation says new research
A research team has found a particular protein – Del 1 – that plays a key role in getting the body back to normal after inflammation says a new study in Nature Immunology. Continue reading
Tiny magnetic particles could be used to manage chronic pain
A gel-like material containing tiny magnetic particles may one day be used to manage chronic pain from disease or injury, bioengineers report in Advanced Materials. The study demonstrates the promising use of biomechanical forces that push and pull on cells to treat disease. Continue reading
People with arthritis are missing out on vital free support in their homes
Independence and safety of people with arthritis are at risk because they are missing out on aids and adaptations they are entitled to from local authorities, says a new report from Arthritis Research UK. Continue reading
Arthritis Digest Magazine first in list of the Top 5 Arthritis Blogs
Arthritis Digest Magazine has been selected by Feedspot as one of the Top 5 Arthritis Blogs on the internet… and it has come in first place. Continue reading
