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Psoriatic arthritis

Psoriatic arthritis is a disease that affects your joints. It usually occurs in people with psoriasis. Learn more about psoriatic arthritis here.

Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a long-term skin condition that can also affect the joints. While psoriasis can't be fully cured, there are several treatment options.

Arthritis in children (juvenile idiopathic arthritis)

Learn about juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA or juvenile arthritis) – chronic (ongoing) childhood arthritis that causes joint pain and swelling.

Gut health

Gut health is important for your physical and mental wellbeing. Find out about how to maintain your gut health and about your gut microbiome.

Disease modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) for arthritis

DMARDs are medicines used to treat autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis. Learn how these medicines work and about the side effects.

Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common, ongoing condition that causes painful joints. Find out about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatments for OA.

Bones, muscles and joints

Bones, muscles and joints make up the musculoskeletal system. Learn more about their function as well as conditions and injuries that affect them.

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