All news on the topic: Arthritis

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'Autoimmune diseases now affecting one in 10 as experts aim to find out why'
A group of researchers from a host of universities are teaming up to answer what role environmental factors have on the chances of someone developing an autoimmune deficiency as well as the importance of genetics
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Emporia Smartphone and Tablet - are they really easier to use for the over-65s?
The Emporia Supereasy smartphone and tablet are set up specifically for older folk with clever "swipe-free" menu systems
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Strictly fears as Adam Thomas suffers pain after chronic condition diagnosis
Strictly Come Dancing star Adam Thomas revealed he was diagnosed with a painful chronic condition after months of being in pain but the star stayed positive ahead of Strictly
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Gran who put shed in parking bay to protect mobility scooter told to remove it
Dorothy Slater, who suffers from arthritis, says she has been ordered to remove a shed from her parking space after a planning row - but she said it protects her mobility scooter
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STI warning as sharing beauty product can increase risk of silent killer
Consultant gynaecologist Mr Dirk Brinkmann has warned that sharing these products can increase your risk of catching an STI - of which there were 392,453 reported in England in 2022
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9 symptoms of 'suicide disease' to look out for - from chronic pain to stiffness
'Suicide disease', which is formally known as Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), causes such intense pain that sufferers may consider ending their lives
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Schoolgirl given devastating diagnosis after falling at pal's birthday party
Keavagh Moran was a healthy and active gymnast before she took a tumble in August last year. The youngster's parents initially thought nothing of it as she got straight back up and continued dancing
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Exercise and sleep are top activities impacted by regular physical pain
Over half of Brits suffer from frequent discomfort, from physical conditions such as back pain, arthritis, or irritable bowel syndrome
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Health conditions could qualify you for more than £400 a month - see full list
Disability living allowance (DLA) is a benefit given to those with certain disabilities, such as those with mobility issues or who need specific care, and could be worth more than £400 a month
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Forager baffled at finding mushrooms 'the size of a sheep' during woodland walk
Keen forager Mateusz Sztajnert-Bluj discovered a large collection of the UK's largest mushrooms known as Dryad's Saddle during a walk in Beecraigs Country Park
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'My husband says I don't love him because I've no interest in sex any more'
Mirror agony aunt Coleen Nolan advises a reader who is in her 70s and is sick of being bothered at night by her husband when she just wants to sleep
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Kerry Katona bed bound by arthritis as she reveals body has 'shut down' in pain
Kerry Katona has spoken about living with arthritis, after revealing her diagnosis over the weekend. The Atomic Kitten star says the agonising condition has left her “bed bound”
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Bone cancer warning signs after death of Strictly judge Len Goodman
Bone cancer can affect anyone at any age, but is slightly more common in men than women. Strictly's Len Goodman died aged 78 after being diagnoses with the rare illness.
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£1bn debt on pre-paid meters leaves families at risk of 'deadly' cold and damp
Repayments are deducted from credit and can deny households energy they need for heating, cooking or medical equipment
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Woman sees entire family 'age 10 years in the blink of an eye' after waking up
Alisha Gerrard, 34, from Liverpool, was unable to remember the past 10 years of her life after coming out of a coma and she was surprised to find that she was married to a man who had been her "best friend"
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Food hacks to help tackle inflammation from eating raw food to avoiding fry-ups
Inflammation is the body’s natural response to an infection or injury. The immune system kicks in, causing redness, heat, swelling and pain around the area before fading away a few days later
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Back pain and arthritis are top physical conditions Brits suffer from in silence
Over half of Brits are ailed by a condition that causes them daily pain - but one in ten choose not to tell anyone else about this
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'Lymph study is a big leap forward for bone healing'
Dr Miriam Stoppard on the groundbreaking news that lymphatic vessels, which help to bolster our immune systems, also have a role in regenerating bone and blood cells
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Over-60s keep free prescriptions as Tories ditch plan to raise eligibility age
Boris Johnson ordered a consultation into raising the age that people qualify for free prescriptions in England in line with the state pension age - but the plans have been dropped
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Having good friends can slash your risk of 11 silent killers including cancer
A new study has found that spending time with our buddies can help keep us healthy in middle age. The study was carried out by the University of Queensland in Australia, who used data from 7,700 Aussie women ranging in age from 45 to 50.
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Sheila Hancock says she wants to 'leave the world a happy place, full of life'
Iconic actor Sheila Hancock has revealed that she is more determined than ever to be heard as she celebrates her 90th birthday, and still calls out injustice where she sees it
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Doctor's self-care tips to help you manage pain after fibromyalgia diagnosis
Fibromyalgia affects millions, but diagnosis is difficult and treatment even more complex. Here, NHS pain consultant Dr Deepak Ravindran reveals how finding the right self-care is key
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GP busts common weight-loss myths - including avoiding carbs
Dr Sameer Sanghvi sifts fact from fiction when it comes to losing weight to keep you on the right track for 2023. Below, he busts four common myths around weight loss.