"#AxSpA and #PsA are more crippling for me and have caused more damage to my bones, soft tissues and organs, but #fibromyalgia and #MECFS whip my autoimmune brew up into a horrible frenzy. Every day we pain warriors make a choice to keep on going."
~Carrie, #MySeveralWorlds

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Tomorrow is #WorldArthritisDay so let's raise awareness that babies, children and young people can get arthritis too!

Improved awareness helps with earlier diagnosis and reduces stigma. So please help raise awareness by sharing our social media posts.

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#Gout is one of the oldest recorded diseases, but it remains widely misunderstood. It develops when uric acid builds up in the body and forms sharp crystals in the joints, triggering sudden, intense pain.
Learn more :https://arthritisaustralia.com.au/types-of-arthritis/gout/
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#Imaging has transformed #rheumatology—but not everyone has equal access

We dream of a future where:
✨ Everyone can access all types of imaging
✨ Every rheumatologist has the education they need

Equity in imaging = better care for all.

This is our #RMDreams. What’s yours?

#GiantCellArteritis is an inflammatory condition that affects the blood vessels, particularly those in the head and neck. If left untreated, it can lead to serious complications.
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#Haemochromatosis - often referred to as “iron overload”- is a condition where excess iron builds up in the body, damaging organs and joints.

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#Rheumatoidarthritis (RA) is an autoimmune condition where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks healthy joints, causing inflammation, pain, and swelling. It doesn’t just affect the joints.

Learn more: arthritisaustralia.com.au/types-of-art...

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#Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common type of arthritis, affecting millions of Australians. It develops when the protective cartilage in joints breaks down, causing pain, stiffness, and reduced movement.

Learn more about OA: arthritisaustralia.com.au/types-of-art...

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