Arthritis Research

Help create a future without arthritis and related conditions. As part of a community that cares, you will help attract a leader in this field to the QEII Health Sciences Centre.

1 in 4 Nova Scotians

Arthritis and related diseases...

The word arthritis is used to describe over 100 types of diseases that are caused by inflammation of the joints or other areas of the body. These conditions can affect the joints, muscles, and bones, but can also affect other organs in the body including the kidneys, lungs, brain, skin and eyes. 1 in 4 Nova Scotians and 1 in 5 Atlantic Canadians are living with arthritis, and by 2035, over 40 per cent more people will be diagnosed.

“I was only three years old when I was diagnosed with arthritis. Now, as a young Mom of two, it’s been an added struggle to raise young children while battling invisible yet debilitating arthritis flare ups. There have been significant advances in arthritis research since my diagnosis, but this research expert will provide advanced, life changing opportunities for people living with these conditions.” - Amy

arthritis comes in many forms

With your support, a QEII research expert can transform lives in Nova Scotia and beyond.

Arthritis, and its related conditions, have been widely assumed to be diseases that are only relevant to older adults. This is simply not the case. These conditions affect people of all ages. Many patients at the QEII are receiving this alarming diagnosis just as they are about to begin their careers, and start their families. Others are welcoming their first grandchild.

In order to create real change, we need catalysts and experts who are dedicated to accelerating life-changing health care advancements. With your support, a QEII research expert will discover innovative therapies to treat arthritis and related conditions and transform the lives of Nova Scotians.

This expert will become Atlantic Canada’s first indefinitely funded researcher focused on the research of arthritis and related conditions.

DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT

QEII Division of Rheumatology gives back with $10,000 matching gift for arthritis research.

“Our division is so supportive of the endowed chair and the Foundation, and we are thrilled to be able to put our money where our mouth is,” says Dr. Volodko Bakowsky, Rheumatology Division Head at the QEII.

Create a future without arthritis.