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Election results

Our most recent round of elections invited members to put themselves forward for nomination for key roles. Thank you to everyone who participated in the elections. 20 Jan 2025 | News update

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Exploring Behçets support: Jacqueline Pooler talks patient care

As patient support co-ordinators, much of our work is remote, contacting patients by telephone, e-mail, text. We listen and ask what is important in their life. Our support spans a range of areas 9 Jan 2025 | News update

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Our 2024 highlights

As we wrap up a busy year, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your incredible support and contributions. Together, we've led and supported the specialty, witnessing remarkable progress in rheumatology 19 Dec 2024 | News update

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BSR Responds to NHS 10-Year Plan Consultation

The British Society for Rheumatology (BSR) has submitted its response to the Department of Health and Social Care’s NHS 10-Year Plan consultation, emphasising the steps needed to support people with rheumatic and musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions. 19 Dec 2024 | News update

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Coming January 2025: New GIRFT Fellowship opportunity in rheumatology

We are excited to announce a fantastic opportunity to contribute to quality improvement in rheumatology: the 12-month GIRFT Clinical Fellowship, running from September 2025 to September 2026. 18 Dec 2024 | News update

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Journals update: Alternative Text

Alternative text (Alt-text) is used to convey the content and function of images to readers who cannot see them and those who use screen readers or other assistive technologies. 18 Dec 2024 | News update

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Guideline update in development: polymyalgia rheumatica

With the development of our updated polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) guideline well underway, we take some time to speak to members of the guideline working group (GWG) to find out more. 18 Dec 2024 | News update

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Dr Matteo Vecellio’s journey to winning the prestigious Garrod Award

Dr Vecellio’s story is one of dedication, collaboration, and breakthrough research, making his journey a testament to the significance of applying for the Garrod Award. 17 Dec 2024 | News update

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New Guideline: Pain Management in People with Inflammatory Arthritis Guideline Scope

The proposal for our Pain in Inflammatory Arthritis guideline was reviewed and approved by our Guidelines Steering Group, and we are excited to share the newly published scope document for this guideline. 18 Nov 2024 | News update

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Medicines Shortages in Rheumatology in 2024: key concerns and the impact on patients and clinicians

Medicine shortages have been affecting people with a wide range of health conditions across the NHS, including diabetes, 15 Nov 2024 | News update

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