Common signs of arthritis in over 60s and when to seek help Worsening levels of pain may indicate a more serious issue The Independent UK · Jul 30, 2025
3 common types of arthritis in over 60s – and when to seek help Seeking help for arthritis symptoms is crucial to manage pain, prevent joint damage, and maintain overall wellbeing. The Independent UK · Jul 30, 2025
Simple blood test offers new hope to lupus patients Up to 69,000 people in the UK have lupus, a chronic autoimmune condition The Independent UK · May 8, 2025
Simple blood test could offer hope to patients with treatment-resistant lupus The test looks for certain biomarkers in the blood. The Independent UK · May 8, 2025
Breakthrough could transform eye condition screening for children with arthritis The finding could reduce the need for unnecessary medication and screening appointments in those deemed low risk for uveitis. The Independent UK · Nov 27, 2024
What is rheumatoid arthritis? ‘Waterloo Road’ actor Adam Thomas announced he has been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis ahead of his ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ debut The Independent UK · Aug 12, 2023
The 'silent epidemic' leaving almost 28 million Brits in horrific pain - including Eamonn Holmes “Although often devastating to the millions who have it and one of the biggest causes of disability in the UK, to others it cannot be seen” Manchester Evening News · Jun 3, 2023
Follicly-challenged pals to take on half marathon - with brutal forfeit for the slowest They will take on the challenge this weekend Manchester Evening News · Apr 1, 2023
Prescriptions for opioids ‘fall by almost half-a-million over last four years’ New figures were published by NHS England. The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2023
Why surging bills are bringing extra worry for people living with a health condition or disability Charities have warned that rising living costs will impact on many people’s health this winter. Vicky Shaw finds out more. The Independent UK · Oct 21, 2022
Hip fracture recovery ‘varies between hospitals’ – study Hospitals have varying death rates, length of hospital stays and whether or not patients are at risk of being readmitted, research has shown. The Independent UK · Aug 30, 2022
Exercise could combat fatigue among arthritis patients says Scottish study A new study conducted by the University of Aberdeen, the University of Glasgow alongside charity Versus Arthritis have discovered a new way patients can hopefully ease their symptoms. Edinburgh Live · Jun 28, 2022
Exercise could combat fatigue among arthritis patients – study Physical activity and talking therapy could help hundreds of thousands with extreme tiredness caused by arthritis, researchers said. The Independent UK · Jun 27, 2022
Dozens of patients wait three years for care due to ‘shocking’ NHS backlog A handful have been waiting for more than four years. The Independent UK · Apr 13, 2022