Targeted synthetic DMARDs (tsDMARDs) are made from synthetic chemical compounds. They are not biologics, but do target specific parts of the immune system.| CreakyJoints Australia
GHLF Australia shares information about chronic conditions, managing pain, accessing health services, COVID-19, vaccinations, health research and much more.| GHLF Australia
DMARDs are the most widely used and studied drugs used as therapy for autoimmune arthritis. DMARD stands for disease-modifying antirheumatic drug.| CreakyJoints Australia
Biosimilars are now available for inflammatory arthritis. They work the same way as biologics, but they are created and approved for use in different ways.| CreakyJoints Australia
Axial spondyloarthritis is an umbrella term for different types of inflammatory arthritis that affect the spine and other joints.| CreakyJoints Australia
Learning that a biologic medicine hasn’t worked for you is hard. Being told that you have “failed” that medicine is worse. Let’s change that narrative. You didn’t fail. The medicine failed you.| CreakyJoints Australia
Biologic DMARDs (bDMARDs or “biologics”) are a class of disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). They are grown from biologically-sourced cells.| CreakyJoints Australia
Arthritis affects over four million Australians. For World Arthritis Day (October 12) we’re busting myths and sharing some of our best arthritis resources.| CreakyJoints Australia
Are you searching for government pensions and benefits for Australians with chronic health conditions? We've listed the most common ones here.| CreakyJoints Australia
Were you affected by the abatacept (Orencia®) shortage this year? If so, we have great news. The supply situation in Australia has improved and you may be able to return to your previous treatment regime.| CreakyJoints Australia
COVID-19 is still active in the community and people with autoimmune conditions remain at increased risk of severe symptoms. Is it time you recharged your protection?| CreakyJoints Australia
Online support groups are a great place for people with similar conditions to connect no matter where they live. Yet, negativity and judgement can creep in if we’re not careful. Let’s keep these groups safe and special.| CreakyJoints Australia
Additional 2023 COVID-19 vaccination booster doses are now available for eligible Australians. Is it time you recharged your protection?| CreakyJoints Australia