Following a successful start for the first cohort, applications are now open for the Aspiring to Excellence programme in 2020. The programme is designed to encourage and recognise service improvement in axial SpA (AS) care and is a strategic partnership between NASS, BRITSpA and sponsoring companies AbbVie, Biogen, Novartis and UCB.
Whilst COVID19 is impacting on us all, NASS is keen to keep driving forward as much as possible and being practical with Aspiring to Excellence, and we welcome applications. The deadline for rheumatology teams to apply is 24 July 2020 and all the application details can be found on the NASS website.…
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The Faculty of Sport and Exercise Medicine (UK) has updated their Staying Active at Home resources to include a series of short videos introducing some simple exercises that can be carried out at home, and which are particularly suitable for people who are older or have long-term health conditions. They include exercises that can be performed while sitting, standing, walking or lying down, and were produced with the help of Pure Sports Medicine.
The needs of children with inflammation/pain and their families in the context of coronavirus 
In light of the current COVID-19 situation, the Institute of Osteopathy is providing information for all osteopaths, based on the most current UK Government advice.
People with fibromyalgia are finding themselves wondering whether they are more at risk of getting Coronavirus, as are other chronically ill and healthy people. The lack of clarity over the origin of our condition does not help in these circumstances. The government uses broad categories to inform people and control risk to vulnerable people. But these broad categories are collecting people and inflaming their anxiety, which does not help their chronic condition.
Free CPD Webinar: Virtual Consultations with Mike James
Many people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and their families will be concerned about how the Coronavirus (COVID-19) affects them. NRAS has provided a summary of all the important information that you need to know about Coronavirus and rheumatoid arthritis, including: