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This , we celebrate light, community, and renewal. May the glow of diyas remind us that even the smallest flame can bri...
10/20/2025

This , we celebrate light, community, and renewal. May the glow of diyas remind us that even the smallest flame can brighten the darkest times. 🪔💛

Psoriatic arthritis is a form of inflammatory arthritis which causes swelling and pain in and around joints, as well as ...
10/19/2025

Psoriatic arthritis is a form of inflammatory arthritis which causes swelling and pain in and around joints, as well as a scaly rash on the skin.

On , take this JointHealth™ education class to learn more about PsA: https://bit.ly/JHEDPsAEN


Canadian Spondyloarthritis Association
Psoriasis Canada
Arthritis Society Canada
Arthritis Research Canada

Living with ? 💜 We need your voice.Take the National Survey on Lupus in Canada and share your experience with diagnosis...
10/18/2025

Living with ? 💜 We need your voice.

Take the National Survey on Lupus in Canada and share your experience with diagnosis, treatment, and care. Your input will help us identify gaps in care and push for change.

Take & share the survey💬https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ACELCNationalSurveyonLupusEN

In this , we are sharing the interview with Ms. Lamia Khan, a PhD Candidate in the Rheumatology Division of the Depar...
10/16/2025

In this , we are sharing the interview with Ms. Lamia Khan, a PhD Candidate in the Rheumatology Division of the Department of Medicine at the University of Alberta. A recent study she was involved in found that severe systemic sclerosis patients develop DNA breaks in skin cells, leading to mutations. In her discussion with Ellen Wang, ACE’s Programs Coordinator, Lamia defines what metabolic stress remodelling is and share insights into the roles of fibrosis causing molecules called Foxo1 in promoting cancer-like changes in systemic sclerosis. She concludes with some tips on self-advocacy for people living with scleroderma.

Watch now: https://arthritisathome.jointhealth.org/?p=6545

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Dans cette capsule de « À la maison avec l’arthrite », nous partageons avec vous l’entrevue menée auprès de Madame Lamia Khan, candidate au doctorat à la division de rhumatologie de la faculté de médecine de l’Université de l’Alberta. Une étude récente à laquelle elle a participé a révélé que les patients atteints de sclérodermie systémique grave développent des cassures d’ADN dans les cellules cutanées, ce qui entraîne des mutations. Au cours de sa discussion avec Ellen Wang, coordonnatrice des programmes auprès du comité ACE, Lamia définit ce qu’est le remodelage du stress métabolique et partage ses connaissances sur le rôle des molécules responsables de la fibrose, appelées Foxo1, dans la promotion de changements de type cancéreux dans le cas de la sclérodermie systémique. Elle conclut en donnant quelques conseils sur la défense des droits des personnes atteintes de sclérodermie.

Visionner maintenant : https://arthritisathome.jointhealth.org/?p=6546&lang=fr



Scleroderma Canada
University of Alberta
Arthritis Society Canada
Arthritis Research Canada
Scleroderma Mn Chapter

JointHealth™ express - The general election in is scheduled for November 3, 2025. ACE is asking parties and candidates...
10/15/2025

JointHealth™ express - The general election in is scheduled for November 3, 2025. ACE is asking parties and candidates how they will improve the timely access to arthritis treatment and care. .

Learn more: https://jointhealth.org/electionyukon2025.cfm


Arthritis Society Canada
Arthritis Research Canada
Canadian Spondyloarthritis Association
Lupus Canada
Scleroderma Canada
Fibromyalgia Canada
Cassie + Friends Society
Psoriasis Canada

The general election in and Labrador is today! ACE asked parties & candidates how they will improve the timely access ...
10/14/2025

The general election in and Labrador is today!

ACE asked parties & candidates how they will improve the timely access to arthritis treatment & care. See their responses here to make an informed vote: https://bit.ly/ACENLElection2025


Newfoundland & Labrador Tourism
Arthritis Society Canada
Arthritis Research Canada
Lupus Canada
Canadian Spondyloarthritis Association
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador

What are you for today? We are for the land we work and play on, the natural beauty that surrounds us, the abundan...
10/13/2025

What are you for today?

We are for the land we work and play on, the natural beauty that surrounds us, the abundance of delicious food the land provides & our friends in the community💕

Arthritis is Canada’s #1 cause of work disability — but supportive workplaces can make all the difference.Arthritis aff...
10/12/2025

Arthritis is Canada’s #1 cause of work disability — but supportive workplaces can make all the difference.

Arthritis affects more than 6 million Canadians and is the leading cause of disability in the country. The disease costs our economy over $33 billion each year, driven by work disability, lost productivity, and medication expenses.

According to a white paper by Leger Healthcare and Arthritis Society Canada, most people living with arthritis want to keep working — but need workplace flexibility, understanding, and access to timely treatment.

ACE believes “9 to 5 support for arthritis is good business.”

Here’s why:
➡Arthritis typically strikes during prime working years (ages 35–50).
➡Employers who adapt work environments can reduce disability costs and retain experienced employees.
➡Within 10 years of onset, up to 50% of people with rheumatoid arthritis are work disabled if left untreated.

World-class researcher Dr. Diane Lacaille of Arthritis Research Canada is leading innovations like the Making It Work™ program — a unique, online solution that helps people with arthritis remain employed through ergonomic assessments, stress management, and job retention strategies.

Learn more: https://www.arthritisresearch.ca/arthritis-research-education-series/making-it-work/about/

How can we better prevent and treat arthritis in Indigenous communities?Dr. Cheryl Barnabe’s new study — Indigenous Infl...
10/12/2025

How can we better prevent and treat arthritis in Indigenous communities?

Dr. Cheryl Barnabe’s new study — Indigenous Inflammatory Arthritis Prevention and Treatment approaches for Health Equity (IIA-PATH) — is answering that question.

With Indigenous co-leaders Dr. Terri-Lynn Fox, Dr. Stephanie Montesanti, and Dr. Pamela Roach, the project brings Indigenous knowledge, community partnerships, and Western science together

Their work focuses on:
➡Early screening for arthritis risk in Indigenous communities
➡Shared decision-making between doctors and patients
➡Peer-support and arthritis liaison programs rooted in community healing

Visit https://arthritiscalltoaction.ca to explore Indigenous arthritis resources, patient stories, and health-equity tools.

Learn more about Dr. Barnabe's research here: https://www.arthritisresearch.ca/research/inflammatory-arthritis-prevention-and-treatment-in-indigenous-communities/

October 12 is ! Indigenous Peoples in Canada experience some of the highest rates of serious or life-threatening arthri...
10/11/2025

October 12 is !

Indigenous Peoples in Canada experience some of the highest rates of serious or life-threatening arthritis in the world. Arthritis often begins earlier, is more severe, and leads to greater disability — yet access to care remains unequal.

Based on the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action, Indigenous communities are leading their own health priorities to improve culturally safe, community-based arthritis care and wellness services.

At Arthritis Consumer Experts, we stand with Indigenous partners working to improve arthritis prevention, early diagnosis, and treatment through self-determined, holistic approaches.

We highlight the work of Dr. Cheryl Barnabe, Senior Scientist at Arthritis Research Canada, who is leading the Indigenous Inflammatory Arthritis Prevention and Treatment approaches for Health Equity (IIA-PATH) study. This five-year project (2025–2030) partners with Siksika Nation, Kainai Nation, Otipemisiwak Métis Government, and Elbow River Healing Lodge to co-develop arthritis screening and culturally grounded care plans

Learn more about Indigenous-led arthritis resources and initiatives on the Arthritis Call to Action website: https://arthritiscalltoaction.ca/



Arthritis Research Canada
Arthritis Society Canada
Canadian Spondyloarthritis Association
Lupus Canada

Over 50% of the respondents to our on and mental health said that their mental health has made it difficult for them...
10/10/2025

Over 50% of the respondents to our on and mental health said that their mental health has made it difficult for them to exercise, while some said that exercise improves their mental health.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/ACESurveyMentalHealthEN



CMHA National
Arthritis Society Canada
Arthritis Research Canada
Canadian Spondyloarthritis Association
Lupus Canada
Psoriasis Canada
Fibromyalgia Canada

In this episode of , we are sharing the interview with Dr. Karen Beattie, Research Manager in Pediatric Rheumatology ...
10/09/2025

In this episode of , we are sharing the interview with Dr. Karen Beattie, Research Manager in Pediatric Rheumatology at McMaster University and the Lead for Patient and Family Engagement in Research for the Department of Pediatrics at McMaster University.

In the interview, she discusses with Ellen Wang, ACE’s Programs Coordinator, about her unique roles and the importance of patient engagement in health research. Dr. Beattie also shares the outcomes of an exciting project lead by Dr. Michelle Batthish and colleagues that addressed transitioning from pediatric to adult rheumatology care.

Watch now: https://arthritisathome.jointhealth.org/?p=6534

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Dans cette capsule de « À la maison avec l’arthrite », nous partageons avec vous l’entrevue menée auprès de la Dre Karen Beattie, directrice de recherche en rhumatologie pédiatrique à l’Université McMaster et responsable de la participation des patients et des familles à la recherche pour le département de pédiatrie de la même université.

Au cours de cette entrevue, elle discute avec Ellen Wang, coordonnatrice des programmes auprès du comité ACE, de ses rôles uniques et de l’importance de la participation des patients dans la recherche en santé. La Dre Beattie partage également les résultats d’un projet passionnant mené par la Dre Michelle Batthish et ses collègues, qui portait sur la transition des soins rhumatologiques pédiatriques aux soins rhumatologiques pour adultes.

Visionner maintenant : https://arthritisathome.jointhealth.org/?p=6535&lang=fr



McMaster University
Arthritis Research Canada
Arthritis Broadcast Network
Cassie + Friends Society

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