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In your county

In your county

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Published: 18th February, 2020

Updated: 28th February, 2020

Author: Brian Lynch

Laois

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Published: 11th August, 2020

Updated: 19th January, 2022

Author: Eleanor Uí Fhiannachta

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  • Arthritis Ireland Kilkenny Branch

    Arthritis Ireland Kilkenny Branch

    10am - 1st Friday of every month/ 6.30pm - 1st Tuesday of every month/ Lobby, Newpark Hotel, Killkenny

  • Fibromyalgia Awareness Day

  • Fiona O'Neill's Mini Marathon Experience

  • Behind the Scenes - A Q&A with Peter Boyd

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    Stop the Pain. Start the Cure.

    How to leave a legacy or gift in your will to Arthritis Ireland

  • Covid-19 (coronavirus)

    Covid-19 (coronavirus)

    Important information about Covid-19 (coronavirus) for people living with arthritis

  • Osteoarthritis

    Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common of all types of arthritis. It usually develops gradually, over several years, and affects a number of different joints. The cause is unknown, but it does appear more in females than males.

  • Living Well with Arthritis

    Living Well with Arthritis

    Reduce your pain and reclaim your life from arthritis by signing up for one of our community based or online self-management course starting from September 2022.

  • Rheumatoid arthritis

    Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a very common type of inflammatory disease. The body’s natural defences (the immune system) attacks certain parts of the body instead of protecting it. This auto-immune reaction occurs mainly in the joints, but can affect vital organs too.

  • Fibromyalgia

    Fibromyalgia is a syndrome associated with widespread pain and fatigue. There are no outward signs of the condition but fibromyalgia symptoms include severe pain, fatigue and stiffness.

  • Job opportunities

    Job opportunities

    We are currently recruiting for a Fundraising Executive (Part-time - 2 day role)

  • Gout

    Gout is a very painful form of arthritis. It is a long term, chronic condition that, if not properly managed, can affect you for your whole life.

  • Amitriptyline

    Amitriptyline (Amitriptyline Hydrochloride, Astilin) belongs to a group of drugs called tricyclic antidepressants. Although they are still used to treat anxiety and depression, they are also now widely used at lower doses to help block the chronic (long-term) pain of some rheumatic conditions.

  • Medical Cards

    Medical Cards

    A medical card entitles you to receive free health care services from the HSE. Below you will find detailed information on how to apply for one and deal with a review and appeal.

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Helpline and online supports

Helpline and online supports

Our helpline and online support is a confidential service that can provide you with support on a whole range of issues. Read more

Published: 22nd October, 2019

Updated: 3rd August, 2022

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EULAR Edgar Stene Prize

EULAR Edgar Stene Prize

The EULAR Edgar Stene Prize 2022 will be awarded to the best essay submitted by a person with arthritis writing about how treating their condition has influenced their hopes for the future. Read more

Published: 13th August, 2021

Updated: 13th July, 2022

Author: Stephen Lee

Support Our Work

Support Our Work

Donate to Arthritis Ireland and help us to continue providing supports and services to people with arthritis.

Bank transfers can be made to: Arthritis Ireland, AIB Bank, Lower Baggot Street, Dublin 2, IBAN: IE37 AIBK 9310 6300 1641 11, BIC: AIBKIE2D Read more

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Published: 15th August, 2021

Updated: 15th July, 2022

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Job opportunities

Job opportunities

We are currently recruiting for a Fundraising Executive (Part-time - 2 day role) Read more

Published: 6th January, 2022

Updated: 29th July, 2022

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Living Well with Arthritis

Living Well with Arthritis

Reduce your pain and reclaim your life from arthritis by signing up for one of our community based or online self-management course starting from September 2022. Read more

Published: 13th January, 2022

Updated: 9th August, 2022

Author: Brian Lynch

Getting the most from your medical appointments

Getting the most from your medical appointments

It is important to know the right questions to ask your doctor, how to discuss your symptoms with them and how to follow-up on your appointments. Read more

Published: 13th June, 2022

Updated: 20th June, 2022

Author: Peter Boyd

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