Hi bloggers, whilst I return to blogging I have also decided to launch a range of clothing to help spread awareness of our conditions! I’ve included some images of a selection of products below, I’m constantly designing and publishing new ranges. If you have any suggestions or ideas please feel free to contact me and I will gladly get to work. I’ll include links to the store, let me know what you think! Click here to visit our store ..read more

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Hi all, just a quick post to announce I have decided to resume documenting my journey! I have missed you all and look forward to conversating with you all again! In the meantime I have also just launched a merchandise store to help spread awareness of arthritis! I have also put on a 15% discount for the first 2 weeks! Check it out and let me know what you think, any ideas or suggestions for different products or designs will always be welcome! Check it out here https://me-vs-arthritis.myspreadshop.co.uk ..read more

Hi bloggers. I have decided after a lengthy absence to return to blogging. Tough medication regimes, personal struggles and COVID-19 all had a part to play in my absence but I feel like I should get back to my passion! Drop a comment below if you would like to hear more from me again! Any suggestions? Thanks Shannon ..read more

What keeps me afloat? Sometimes I wonder what motivates me to persevere amidst all the chaos. I often ponder whether I am an upgraded version of my former self, or simply a shell of the man I once was. They say there is nothing stronger than a broken man who has rebuilt himself – but have I? I could argue that I have rebuilt myself, or I could give the credit to modern medicine. A terrifying thought creeps in to my head from time to time – what would my life be like without all the things that hold me together? Bear with me as I try to find the answers below. Medication How would I fu ..read more

Joel’s post is the second in our new guest blog series “Let’s Talk About…“ where other people have a platform to share their experiences and raise awareness of the conditions, illnesses etc. they suffer from. Tell us a little bit about yourself? Hey! My name is Joel and I am from Norwich, England. I started blogging in 2019 after I struggled to find ways to process a deterioration in my health. My family and doctors encouraged me to be more open about my challenges after hiding it from employers and friends for years and suggested that writing would help. Apart from writing poetry an ..read more

Hi all, just a quick post to ask for some help. I’d love to get involved with other organisations and possible do some writing etc for them! For example, Scope, Creakyjoints etc! If anyone could perhaps point me in the right direction I’d be grateful. I’m already in talks with Versus Arthritis. Thanks! Shannon ..read more

Arthritis can come into your life at any stage, it does not discriminate against age. For example, Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis can be diagnosed at birth, at the age of 15 or anywhere in between. For that reason it is important to know the warning signs to look out for. In this article I will list 5 common early symptoms of arthritis. No two cases are the same, these symptoms are not an exact guide for everyone as the disease can present itself in a plethora of different ways. For example – the early signs for me were actually quite confusing, my doctor didn’t even think of arthritis ..read more

Hi guys! Just wanted to let you all know that I publish exclusive content on Facebook and Twitter. If you want to stay up to date or even get in touch, links are below! Have a great day! Facebook Twitter ..read more

Rick’s post is the first in our new guest blog series “Let’s Talk About…“ where other people have a platform to share their experiences and raise awareness of the conditions, illnesses etc. they suffer from. Tell us a little bit about yourself? My name is Lawrence ‘Rick’ Phillips and I live with my wife Sheryl in Indiana, USA. Myself and Sheryl are blessed with two sons and three wonderful grandchildren. I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes while on a family vacation at Disney World in 1974. I was released from the hospital on my 17th birthday. In 1979, I graduated from Indiana Unive ..read more