A list of articles involving FM

Eastbourne Support Group - Helpline

Last Updated on Wednesday, 09 January 2013 14:47 Written by HazelAngelstar Tuesday, 23 October 2012 12:45

Please note that the Eastbourne Support Group Helpline (0844 887 2477) will be unavailable until further notice.

Office Update Oct 2012

Written by Des Quinn (A) Friday, 12 October 2012 12:26

The office at present is operating on an emergency basis due to staff and volunteer availability. This has the result that some orders and enquiries are delayed as a result. Due to the way the office operates we are still able to manage some things with people that are not based near the office.

We also have people going into the office on a regular basis at present to ensure that things do not backup too much. So while orders and enquiries may take longer to be dealt with they will be addressed ASAP. We are looking at all methods that we as a small charity can undertake to cope with this situation and ensure that things work as expected.

We hope that you will bear with us as the office goes through this difficult period. We really appreciate your understanding and we hope to improve things soon.

Arma calls for action on World Arthritis Day 2012

Last Updated on Saturday, 13 October 2012 20:33 Written by HazelAngelstar Thursday, 11 October 2012 13:05

ARMA is pleased to announce the launch of our new  Manifesto for transforming the quality of life of people with musculoskeletal disorders in the UK.  With an ageing population, a growing emphasis on public health and prevention and an increasing need for health services to deliver cost-effective care, there has never been a  more important time to campaign for the recognition of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) as a health priority and to work for healthcare becoming truly patient-centred and integrated.

Informed by the extensive experience and expertise of our 40 member organisations, ARMA is uniquely placed to speak on behalf of the musculoskeletal community.

ARMA is calling for improvements in care to meet the needs of people with MSDs, access to the right care, in the right place, at the right time and support to enable people with MSDs to live healthy independent, fulfilling lives.

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Over 500 Completes in PIP Health survey on Fibromyalgia

Last Updated on Monday, 24 September 2012 08:27 Written by HazelAngelstar Wednesday, 19 September 2012 05:23

Earlier this year we asked you to sign up for PIP Health, a research company we have established a partnership with. Together we did an important survey to help raise awareness of Fibromyalgia, and to show what does and doesn’t work in the diagnosis and treatment of Fibromyalgia.

Over 500 people signed up and took part in this survey, which will help us make a difference for people with Fibromyalgia. That’s great, thanks everyone for signing up and taking part!

If you missed the chance to sign up and be part of this survey, don’t worry: PIP Health does lots of research into many healthcare related topics, and they will carry out more surveys about Fibromyalgia in future.

Click the link below and register for PIP Health to get invited to share your experiences and opinions in relevant surveys. Registering is completely free, and taking part in surveys is always optional, but each time you do complete a survey, PIP Health will donate another £1 to FMA UK.

Register at PIP Health