New consumer care guides for both rheumatoid arthritis and juvenile idiopathic arthritis outline these conditions and standard treatments plus provide practical information that may not be addressed in medical appointments.
By CreakyStaff
How Emotional Intelligence Can Help Manage Chronic Pain
Discover the benefits of developing emotional intelligence, from managing chronic pain to improving all areas of your life.
By CreakyStaff
12 Myths About Axial Spondyloarthritis That Are Dangerous to Believe
Myths about axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) may be harmful to those who have it. Here, we share the facts about this type of inflammatory arthritis.
Australians with moderate to severe lupus now have affordable access to a targeted treatment via the PBS for the first time.
By Have Your Say About Consumer and Community Involvement in Health and Medical Research
Are you interested in the role health consumers play in planning and conducting health and medical research in Australia? Here’s your chance to have your say about how we can help shape the research that affects us.
By CreakyStaff
Abatacept (Orencia) shortage – Update
Do you use abatacept (Orencia®) to treat your inflammatory arthritis? Australia has a shortage of both the ClickJect (autoinjector) and pre-filled syringe subcutaneous formulations of abatacept. Here’s what you need to do.
Tamara’s journey of becoming a parent with arthritis was full of highs and lows. Here, she shares her story and offers practical advice for others in similar situations.
World Arthritis Day 2023: Stories of Life with Arthritis
Arthritis comes in all shapes and sizes and can affect people of all ages. World Arthritis Day is an opportunity for us to share what it is like to live with arthritis at different stages of life.
By CreakyStaff
22 Things to Try When You Feel Overwhelmed by Chronic Illness
Living with a chronic illness can feel completely overwhelming. These tips can help ease these feelings so you can regain control of your headspace.
Australians with moderate to severe lupus now have affordable access to a targeted treatment via the PBS for the first time.
By CreakyStaff
Abatacept (Orencia) shortage – Update
Do you use abatacept (Orencia®) to treat your inflammatory arthritis? Australia has a shortage of both the ClickJect (autoinjector) and pre-filled syringe subcutaneous formulations of abatacept. Here’s what you need to do.
By CreakyStaff
Help Us Get a New Treatment for Lupus Listed on the PBS
Australians with severe systemic lupus erythematosus may soon have a new treatment option. Here’s how you can help us get this medication subsidised through the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme.
Did you know children get arthritis, too? A new juvenile arthritis awareness campaign and a new research registry aim to improve the lives of young Australians with arthritis.
New Study Outlines Patients’ Perspectives on Taking Osteoporosis Medication
A recent Australian study shows why many people with osteoporosis stop taking prescribed medications and what can be done to improve their adherence and outcomes.
Report Reveals the Impact of Opioid Rules on People With Chronic Pain
A new Painaustralia report shows, since opioid regulations were tightened, 56.2 per cent of people with chronic pain have had their medication cut.
Are you interested in the role health consumers play in planning and conducting health and medical research in Australia? Here’s your chance to have your say about how we can help shape the research that affects us.
New Inquiry Aims to Report on the Experiences of Women in Pain
Are you concerned about how women’s pain is handled across our health system? Allow us to share your thoughts and experiences in a new Inquiry into Women’s Pain.
By CreakyStaff
Help Make a Game-Changing Osteoporosis Treatment More Accessible
Australians at high risk of bone fractures from osteoporosis may soon have a new treatment option. Here’s how you can help us get this medication subsidised through the PBS.
Online support groups are a great place for people with similar conditions to connect no matter where they live. Yet, negativity and judgement can creep in if we’re not careful. Let’s keep these groups safe and special.
By CreakyStaff
How Immunosuppressed People Can Help Each Other With COVID Still Around
Do you still feel anxious as Australia’s COVID restrictions ease? Connecting with other immunocompromised patients may help you feel less alone.
The Unsung Centrelink Allowance That Helps Lead to Other Benefits
A Health Care Card from Centrelink can save a bundle for those with chronic conditions. But, how do you get one if you aren’t on a pension? There is a way.
