Arthritis Action

21/08/2026

🎉 Over £17,891 raised and counting!

As part of JML - Everyday Easier 40th anniversary celebrations, over £17,891 has been raised so far for Arthritis Action, bringing us nearly halfway towards the £40,000 fundraising target.

A huge thank you to JML and their customers for their continued support, which will help us continue delivering vital self-management resources and support services for people living with arthritis.

20/08/2026

Help future generations live well with arthritis 💚

If you're thinking about writing or updating your Will, our free Guide to Gifts in Wills explains how leaving a gift to Arthritis Action could help future generations live well with arthritis.

Download your free copy today: https://arthritisaction.org.uk/fundraising/legacies/request-a-free-guide-to-gifts-in-wills

19/08/2026

We're proud to stand with Health Equals as they launch their new campaign, .

Right now, in some parts of the UK, your postcode could cost you up to 18 years of life.

For people living with arthritis and many other long-term health conditions, health is shaped by more than healthcare alone.

Factors such as income, housing, employment and access to support can have a significant impact on health and wellbeing.

That's why we're supporting the call to address the wider factors that drive health inequalities and ensure everyone has the opportunity to live a healthier life.

Find out more about the campaign: https://healthequals.org.uk/shelf-life/?utm_source=coalition-social&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=shelf-life

18/08/2026

Dasha was just 19 when her symptoms first appeared.

It took several years before doctors gave her a diagnosis of a type of arthritis called Axial Spondyloarthritis.

"I asked my doctor what the next steps were, and was told there was little I could do but just wait and tell them if it gets worse.

I was registered with a rheumatologist and now knew the symptoms to look out for and who to speak to, but that was all the advice I was given.

I attended a few meetings and groups with other people living with Axial Spondyloarthritis, which really helped me come to terms with my condition and improve my mental health.

It made a huge difference to meet others coping with the same condition and who were living well.

Many of them were ahead of me in their journey and could share their own experiences and advice. They normalised what felt scary and unknown beforehand."

Read Dasha’s full story here: https://www.arthritisaction.org.uk/young_adults/stories/dashas-story/

17/08/2026

Building Your Support Network with Arthritis 💚

Don't miss our latest episode of the Arthritis Action Podcast, Team Members Marc and Khadija discuss how to build a support network that works for you when you're living with arthritis.

They explore the different types of support available, from healthcare professionals and carers to exercise, fitness and emotional wellbeing.

They also share practical advice on accessing the services and support that can help you manage your condition with confidence.

No two people experience arthritis in the same way, which is why having the right support around you can make such a difference.

🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. Search 'Arthritis Action' or visit our website: https://arthritisaction.org.uk/arthritis-action-podcasts/arthritis-action-podcast-personalising-your-support-network/

14/08/2026

A gentle way to get moving 💚

The “Q Bands Clams” exercise, developed with Oomph Wellness, can help support hip mobility and coordination.

14/08/2026

📣Have your say about PIP

The Timms Review of the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is inviting disabled people and those with long-term health conditions who have experience interacting with the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) process to a series of workshops around the country to share their views.

Find out more: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/timms-review-of-personal-independence-payment-register-your-interest-in-a-shaping-recommendations-workshop/timms-review-register-your-interest-in-a-shaping-recommendations-workshop?utm_source=Weekly+Newsletter&utm_campaign=28d031d805-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_9_18_2025_9_20_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_6e2a14ef7a-28d031d805-587098823

Apply by Friday 21st August, for your chance to make your voice heard.

This call for evidence is being administered by DWP on behalf of the Timms Review steering group and seeks to gather feedback and insight relating to the areas outlined in the Terms of Reference of the Review.

13/08/2026

A-level results are out! 🎉

Whether you've secured your first-choice place or are exploring your options through Clearing, if you're a young person living with arthritis and preparing for college or university, we're here to help.

Our tips and advice cover everything from starting university to applying for Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA), which could provide extra support during your studies.

Learn more: https://arthritisaction.org.uk/young_adults/work-university/

12/08/2026

Maintaining your garden in the heat of summer can be a challenge. Hosepipe ban exemptions apply for those on the Priority Services Register - check with your water supplier if this includes you. For more arthritis-friendly advice for gardening see -https://www.arthritisaction.org.uk/living-with-arthritis/resource-centre/gardening-with-arthritis/

11/08/2026

Living with arthritis and using or considering GLP-1 weight-loss medication?

Our experts have put together practical advice on protecting your muscle and joint health, with guidance on diet and exercise while taking these medications.

Read advice: https://arthritisaction.org.uk/living-with-arthritis/resource-centre/weight-loss-medications-glp-1-medicines-and-arthritis/