Bone and Joint Decade 2000

events

Past Events

Joint Replacement Group Talk - Does cold make your arthritis pain worse?

Bookings essential - 9388 2199.

Gold coin donation

DATE	Friday July 23 2010
TIME	11am - 12:30pm
VENUE	Wyllie Arthritis Centre, 17 Lemnos Street, Shenton Park, WA
LINK	click here

Osteoarthritis of the Knee (OAK) - 6 sessions

For more info click here or contact 07 3857 4200

STARTING DATE	Wednesday July 14 2010
TIME	9.30am & 12.00pm
VENUE	Ipswich, QLD
LINK	click here

ACT Chronic Conditions Alliance

For more information click here

DATE	Wednesday July 14 2010
TIME	7pm till 8.30pm
VENUE	Woden Community Service, 26 Corinna St Woden
LINK	click here

Rheumatoid Arthritis Program (RA-P) - 6 sessions

For more information click here or contact 07 3857 4200

DATE	Wednesday July 14 2010
TIME	1:30pm - 4:00pm
VENUE	Ipswich , QLD
LINK	click here

Rheumatoid Arthritis Program (RA-P) - 6 sessions

For more information click here or contact 07 3857 4200

DATE	Thursday July 15 2010
TIME	10:00am - 12:30pm
VENUE	Windsor, QLD
LINK	click here

Self-management Course

For more information click here or contact 07 5428 8190

DATE	Thursday July 15 2010
TIME	10:00am - 12:30pm
VENUE	Caboolture, QLD
LINK	click here

Tai Chi Taster

Bookings essential - 9388 2199.
Gold coin donation

For more information click here

DATE	Friday July 16 2010
TIME	10am - 11am or 1pm – 2pm
VENUE	Wyllie Arthritis Centre, 17 Lemnos Street, Shenton Park, WA
LINK	click here

Gadean Footwear Talk

For more information contact 07 3857 4200 or click here

DATE	Friday July 16 2010
TIME	10:00am - 12:30pm
VENUE	Wyllie Arthritis Centre, 17 Lemnos Street, Shenton Park, WA
LINK	click here

Challenging Pain Program - 2 sessions

Bookings essential - 9388 2199.
Gold coin donation

For more information click here

DATE	Tuesday July 20 2010
TIME	10am - 11am or 1pm – 2pm
VENUE	Lutwyche, QLD
LINK	click here

Challenging Pain Workshop

For more information click here

DATE	Tuesday July 20 & 27
TIME	9:30am - 12 noon
VENUE	Ground Floor Conference Room, 27 Mulley St Holder ACT
LINK	click here

Get Active with Arthritis

The Get Active with Arthritis workshop is an interactive session that discusses the importance of regular physical activity and will provide participants with practical strategies about how to get started with exercise.

You will learn how to access services in your community to help you get started and ways to find the motivation needed to make the transition into regular physical activity. We will discuss safety concerns when you have a musculoskeletal condition as well as discussing how to overcome any barriers you may face to participating in physical activity.

For further information please contact Jo Charge <jo.charge@arthritisvic.org.au> , Health Educator on (03) 8531 8022

DATE	July 20 2010
TIME	6.30-8.15pm
VENUE	Elsternwick
LINK	click here
COURSE FEE	$5

Osteoarthritis of the Knee (OAK) - 6 sessions

For more info click here

STARTING DATE	Monday July 12 2010
TIME	10.00am & 12.30pm
VENUE	Lutwyche, QLD
LINK	click here

World Osteoporosis Day Seminar

Bookings are essential

DATE	Tuesday 20 October 2009
TIME	2.00pm – 4.30pm
VENUE	Rheinberger Centre, Yarralumla
COURSE FEE	Members Free, Non- member $10
LINK	click here

Osteoporosis – Facts from Fiction

Join in a fun and interactive morning learning about Osteoporosis on World Osteoporosis Day! Learn about prevention and management of osteoporosis, medications, appropriate exercise, calcium (both through diet and supplements) Vitamin D and more!

This program is being run through Adult Education, so enrolments must go through them. Please contact them on 6211 8549 to book in.

DATE	Tuesday 20th October 2009
VENUE	Adult Education Building, Church Street, South Hobart
TIME	10.30am - 12.30pm
CONTACT	Adult Education Tasmania (03) 6211 8549

A Major Population Health Issue (Arthritis SA & Osteoporosis SA)
CPD Seminar- GPs, Staff and Nurses

Osteoporosis (together with other musculoskeletal conditions such as arthritis) was declared a National Health Prioroty Area in July 2002. With the ageing of the population, the burden of osteoporosis on the economic and health care systems is expected to increase. Hip fractures were projected to increase by 31% between 1996 and 2006, to double by 2026, and to quadruple by 2051. This is due to substantial increases in the number of elderly persons in Australia over that time. The aim of this seminar it to update GPs knowledge, awareness, skills and behaviours in prevention and treating patients with Osteoporosis.

REGISTRATION CLOSES	20 October 2009 6:30pm
VENUE	Arthritis SA & Osteoporosis SA 118 Richmond Road Marleston SA
ORGANISATION	Adelaide Western General Practice Network
LINK	click here

EARLY ARTHRITIS SEMINAR

Do you have inflammatory arthritis such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis or ankylosing spondylitis? If you have been diagnosed during the past two years, find out more about how you can better manage your condition. Each seminar features presentations from a rheumatologist, physiotherapist and health psychologist, and from somebody living with one of these conditions.

DATE	21 October 2009
TIME	6pm - 8.30pm
VENUE	Elsternwick
ORGANISATION	Arthritis Victoria
LINK	click here
COST	$10 ($8 AV Member)

Nordic pole walking classes

Nordic pole walking is a relatively new physical activity that uses specially designed poles whilst walking, to engage the upper body. This results in less weight transmitted through the leg joints, increased muscle tone of the upper body, improved posture and a whole host of other benefits, Our 1 hour Nordic pole walking classes are held in 6-week blocks. They aim to prevent and manage musculoskeletal conditions, and are led by registered physiotherapists.

DATE	22 October - 26 November 2009
TIME	10-11am
VENUE	Elsternwick
ORGANISATION	Arthritis Victoria
LINK	click here
COURSE FEE	$60

World Osteoporosis Day Public Seminar - Wynnum

All you need to know about Osteoporosis and an opportunity to ask questions.

DATE	Friday 23rd October 2009
VENUE	Wynnum Manly Leagues Club, 92 Wondall Rd, Manly West
TIME	10:00am - 12:15pm
COST	$10 per person, payable at the door
BOOKINGS	1800 242 141

Wyeth ‘Early Arthritis’ Seminar

Do you have INFLAMMATORY ARTHRITIS, such as Rheumatoid Arthritis or Psoriatic Arthritis and have been diagnosed during the past two years? Would you like to know how to manage your condition better?

DATE	5 November 2009
TIME	5.30pm-8.30pm
VENUE	Central Coast Leagues Club, Gosford
ORGANISATION	Arthritis NSW
LINK	click here

Tai Chi for Arthritis Taster Class

Come and find out what Tai Chi is all about in a 1 hour workshop. Gold coin donation - bookings essential 9388 2199 (Wyllie Arthritis Centre)

DATE	Friday 6th November (10:00am – 11:00am) and/or Monday 23rd November (2:30pm - 3:30pm)
BOOKINGS	9388 2199

All fired up: A workshop for young people with musculoskeletal conditions

Are you of working age? Do you live with a musculoskeletal condition such as rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, lupus or fibromyalgia?

Join us for Arthritis Victoria's annual workshop for young people. It's a great opportunity to gain information, network and make new friends, seek peer support, and hear from the experts.

DATE	28 November 2009
VENUE	Melbourne
COST	$15 ($10 AV Member)
LINK	click here

Bones and Joints Walking group

Are you of working age? Do you live with a musculoskeletal condition such as rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, lupus or fibromyalgia?

Join us for Arthritis Victoria's annual workshop for young people. It's a great opportunity to gain information, network and make new friends, seek peer support, and hear from the experts.

WHEN	Mondays
TIME	8.30-9.15am
WHERE	Leaves from Osteoporosis SA, 118 Richmond Road Marleston
CONTACT	Joan: 08 8423 0910 email: osteoporosis@arthritissa.org.au

BJD 2009 Global Network
Conference and Patient Advocacy Meeting

USBJD is pleased to announce plans for the Bone and Joint Decade Global Network Conference, to be held October 21 – 24, 2009, at the JW Marriott in Washington, DC, and hosted by the USBJD.

Official patient, health care professional, and specialty society representatives from about 60 countries will be attending. Invitations for the President, Chief Staff Officer, and Decade representative have been extended to all USBJD participating organisations to attend. This conference represents the first time in history such a broad-based assemblage of musculoskeletal organisations will meet in the United States.

The primary goals of the conference are

�� To raise awareness and advocate for musculoskeletal health

�� To develop a roadmap for the future to build on the momentum created by the Bone and Joint Decade.

The program consists of a two-day Patient Advocacy Meeting, October 21-22, and the Global Network Conference, October 23-24, a two-day education and a strategic planning meeting for health care providers, patients, patient advocates, government officials, and industry.

During the afternoon and evening of Thursday, October 22, the program will focus on raising awareness of musculoskeletal conditions on Capitol Hill for U.S. delegates, including patients and the leadership of USBJD participating organisations. Arrangements will be made for international delegates to meet with officials from their own embassies, and then to join the U.S. delegates on Capitol Hill.

Action: The USBJD invites you to start planning your attendance, as well as to begin thinking about what messages you would like to pass on to your Government through the representatives in Washington DC. With these ideas, the program will be designed to focus the messages relevant to each NAN. For more information, please contact Toby King of the US BJD at tobyking@usbjd.org and Sara Martin of BJD International at smartin@skynet.be

DATE	October 21st - 24th, 2009
VENUE	JW Marriott Washington, DC
CONTACT	Toby King of the US BJD click here

WHO Global Trauma Care Stakeholders Forum

The Forum will emphasize the goals, creating tools and key messages to trauma surgeons to convince the health decision makers about the social, human, economic and scientific importance of Trauma Care.

DATE	October 29th-30th, 2009
VENUE	Rio de Janeiro
CONTACT	click here

Public Forum: Health care services for people in Pain
WHEN THERE IS A WILL THERE IS A WAY.

The 2009 Annual Scientific Meeting of the Australian Pain Society to be held in Sydney will feature a lively consumer forum addressing the vexed question of how best to deliver quality evidence-based pain medicine services to the people who are in need of them. The panel will be invited to address the question from the viewpoints and experiences of health care consumers.

DATE	Sunday, 5th April 2009
TIME	10:00am - 12:00pm
VENUE	Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre
RSVP	02 9481 0189
CONTACT	Chronic Pain Australia Office
EMAIL	click here
FLYER	download

Healthy Penrith: Learn to help ease the pain.

THE Healthy Penrith stall will be back at Nepean Centro tomorrow.

The subject is easing the pain of arthritis and of conditions that involve damage to the joints of the body.

Representatives of the Natural Health Society, Nepean Division of General Practice, Penrith branch of Arthritis Foundation Support Group.

NSW and a tai-chi demonstrator will be at the stall tomorrow, 11am to 1pm.

Learn more......

http://penrith.yourguide.com.au/news/local/news/general/healthy-penrith-learn-to-help-ease-the-pain/1466661.aspx

DATE	Tuesday, 24th March 2009
VENUE	Nepean Centro, Penrith
MORE	download

Research on Bones & Joints at RNS
Free Public Seminar

Sponsored by the BJD and The Institute of Bone and Joint Research (at the Kolling Institute of Medical Research, University of Sydney), this free public seminar will provide updates on the latest research with talks by A/Prof Chris Jackson on rheumatoid arthritis, A/Prof Chris Little on osteoarthritis, Dr Richard Appleyard on Bones & Tendons, and A/Prof Lyn March on osteoporosis. Afternoon tea is provided.
View the flyer for this event.

DATE	28th November 2008
TIME	2:00pm - 4:30pm
VENUE	The Auditorium Level 5, NEW Kolling Building Royal North Shore Hospital St Leonards, NSW
RSVP	02 9926 4807 for catering purposes only
COST	free
TEL	Dr Margaret Smith 02 9926 4807
WEB
EMAIL	mobsmith@med.usyd.edu.au

World Osteoporosis Day Public Seminar

Conducted by Arthritis and Osteoporosis Queensland, this seminar will tell you all you need to know about osteoporosis. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions. Guest speakers include Dr Chris Rowland (Endocrinologist) and Amanda Radcliffe (Physiotherapist).

DATE	17th October 2008
TIME	10:00am - 12:15pm
VENUE	Carina Leagues Club Chadwick Hall Cnr Stanley & Creek Rds Carina, Qld
RSVP	1800 242 141
COST	$10.00
TEL	Conference Secretariat 08 8177 2215
WEB	www.arthritis.org.au
EMAIL

OA/ANZBMS Clinical Update Day

Osteoporosis Australia (OA) and the Australian and New Zealand Bone & Mineral Society (ANZBMS) are holding a Clinical Update Day for all medical and health professionals interested in osteoporosis and fracture prevention.
Topics include:
The Burden of Fractures – Morbidity, Mortality, Cost
New Drugs / New Compounds – what’s new?
Use of densitometry in Clinical Practice
Calcium, Vitamin D & Fracture Prevention
Exercise & Fracture Prevention
Who to treat, when to start, what drug to use, when to stop
Menopause, Osteoporosis & the GP
Falls Prevention Strategies for GPs & other HCPs
Secondary Fracture Prevention

DATE	27th August 2008
TIME	8:30am - 4:30pm
VENUE	Hilton on the Park 192 Wellington Pde Melbourne, Vic
RSVP	Registration Required Click here to download form
COST	$150.00 includes lunch, morning and afternoon teas
TEL	Conference Secretariat 08 8177 2215
WEB	www.anzbms.org.au
EMAIL	Conference Secretariat

Healthy Bones Week - Robina Seminar

As a follow-up to Health Bones Week (3-9 August 2008), a public seminar on osteoporosis will be held at the Robina Community Centre. Special guest speakers include an Endocrinologist and a Physiotherapist.
Bookings are essential and as seating is limited, we advise you to book early.

DATE	20th August 2008
TIME	10:00am - 12:15pm
VENUE	Robina Community Centre 196 Robina Town Centre Dr Robina, Qld
RSVP	Arthritis and Osteoporosis Qld
COST	$10.00
TEL	07 3857 4200 1800 011 041
WEB	www.osteoporosis.org.au
EMAIL

Healthy Bones Week - Chermside Seminar

As a follow-up to Health Bones Week (3-9 August 2008), a public seminar on osteoporosis will be held in Chermside. Special guest speakers include an Endocrinologist (Dr David Carey) and a Physiotherapist.
Bookings are essential and as seating is limited, we advise you to book early.

DATE	19th August 2008
TIME	10:00am - 12:15pm
VENUE	Kedron Wavell Services Club 375 Hamilton Rd Kittyhawk Dr entry Chermside, Qld
RSVP	Arthritis and Osteoporosis Qld
COST	$10.00
TEL	07 3857 4200 1800 011 041
WEB	www.osteoporosis.org.au
EMAIL

Healthy Bones Week - Manly West Seminar

As a follow-up to Health Bones Week (3-9 August 2008), a public seminar on osteoporosis will be held at Wynnm Manly Leagues Club. Special guest speakers include an Endocrinologist (Dr Christine Rowland) and a Physiotherapist.
Bookings are essential and as seating is limited, we advise you to book early.

DATE	15th August 2008
TIME	10:00am - 12:15pm
VENUE	Wynnm Manly Leagues Club 92 Wondall Rd Manly West, Qld
RSVP	Arthritis and Osteoporosis Qld
COST	$10.00
TEL	07 3857 4200 1800 011 041
WEB	www.osteoporosis.org.au
EMAIL

Healthy Bones Breakfast

This Breakfast is being held as part of National Healthy Bones Week by Osteoporosis Queensland.

DATE	6th August 2008
TIME	7:00am - 9:00am
VENUE	Tattersall's Club Brisbane, Qld
RSVP	11th July
COST
TEL	07 3857 4300 1800 242 141
WEB	www.arthritis.org.au
EMAIL	events@arthritis.org.au

Health Professional Update on Managing and Treating Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis Queensland invites you to a health professional update on the latest management and treatment of osteoporosis. Dr Chris Rowland, Endocrinologist will be presenting, and there is time set aside for questions.
Registration and a light supper will be held from 6pm with the presentation begining at 6:30pm.

DATE	17th July 2008
TIME	6:00pm - 8:30pm
VENUE	Education Centre Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital Herston, QLD
RSVP	Before 10th July 2008 Jasmin (Osteoporosis Qld) 07 3857 4300 1800 242 141
COST
TEL	07 3857 4300 1800 242 141
WEB	www.osteoporosis.org.au
EMAIL	jasmin@arthritis.org.au

Public Lecture - Hypothetical "A Woman in Pain"

In the spirit of the IASP’s Global Year Against Pain in Women, the Australian Pain Society is joining with the Arthritis Foundation of Australia (WA), and the Bone and Joint Decade 2000-2010, to present a Hypothetical for the public entitled “A Woman In Pain”. It is directed at all women who suffer pain, as well as their families, carers and friends. Arthritis Week in WA will also be launched at this event by Ms Lisa Scaffidi, Lord Mayor of Perth.
Painful conditions affecting women have a huge global economic and human impact. Yet, at all levels of Government there is still widespread lack of awareness and recognition of these health-care issues. Surveys show that chronic pain is generally more prevalent in women than men; however women are less likely to receive a meaningful diagnosis and proper treatment. Epidemiological research has also shown that women generally experience more recurrent pain, as well as more severe and longer lasting pain than do men. As one woman who has experienced this issue says "I really think a lot of women in pain are not taken seriously. Because they have children, their pain is put down to the stress of them being a Mum."

The Hypothetical will be Moderatored by Mr Ben Horgan (National Action Network Coordinator,Australia Bone and Joint Decade 2000-2010) and will feature the following panelists:
Dr Allyson Browne – Clinical Psychologist
Dr Nicola Cook - Rheumatologist
Dr Stephanie Davies – Pain Physician
Ms Polly Delaney - Consumer
Professor Nicky Leap - Midwife
Ms Petrina Lawrence - Consumer
Dr Helen Slater - Physiotherapist
Dr Barbara True - Rheumatologist

Bookings are essential for this event and can be made by contacting Chantelle at Arthritis WA on 08 93882199. Further details on this event can also be viewed at www.apsoc.org.au.

DATE	30th March 2008
TIME	10:00am - 12:30pm
VENUE	Perth Convention Centre Perth, WA
RSVP	Chantelle (Arthritis WA) 08 93882199
COST	Gold Coin Donation
TEL	08 93882199
WEB	www.apsoc.org.au
EMAIL

Involving People in Research

Presented by the University of Western Australia's School of Population Health in conjunction with the Telethon Institute for Child Health Research, "Involving People in Research" is a national symposium on consumer and community participation in health and medical research.
This inagural meeting will bring together researchers, consumers, community members, and students to showcase success stories. It will also explore barriers to participation, allow for knowledge sharing, and discuss how researchers and the community can work together to add value to research. The meeting is open to consumer and community groups, health professionals, health and medical researchers (and students), policy makers, population health professionals, and research funders, among others.
Full details on this meeting and registration forms can be obtained online at www.meddent.uwa.edu.au/go/sph/involvingpeopleinresearch or email involvingpeopleinresearch@meddent.uwa.edu.au.

DATE	5th-6th March 2008
TIME
VENUE	The University Club Perth, WA
RSVP	Early Registrations Close 21st January 2008
COST	$50 (consumers/community members) $50 (full time students) $200 (early registration) $250 (late registration)
TEL	08 9221 3422 08 6488 8176
WEB	www.meddent.uwa.edu.au
EMAIL	click here

The Adam Gilchrist Trading Challenge

Following the success of this fundraising event for arthritis in 2006, Arthritis Australia is pleased to announce that registrations are now open for the 2007 Adam Gilchrist Trading Challenge. The Adam Gilchrist Trading Challenge is a simulated, online share trading game. For a registration fee of $49.95 you will receive $50,000 virtual cash to play the stock market using the Top 300 ASX stocks. Registrations close on October 31 2007 with trading begining Monday, November 5. The last trading day is Friday, November 30 2007. At the end of the four week trading period, the individual with the highest performing portfolio will win $50,000 cash, with 2nd and 3rd prizes being reserve and general admission tickets to the 2008 Test Match in your home state. There are also weekly leader prizes of cricket bats autographed by the Australian Cricket Team, including Adam Gilchrist.

The Adam Gilchrist Challenge is a great way to test your share trading skills or, for those unfamiliar with the stock market, to learn more …. without losing your money! And, what’s more, funds raised through registrations go to the Arthritis Australia Research Program, including the Adam Gilchrist/Arthritis and Inflammation Research Grant.

DATE	5th - 30th November 2007
TIME
VENUE	Online
RSVP	31st October 2007
COST	$49.95
TEL
WEB	www.tradingchallenge.com.au
EMAIL

7th Pan Pacific Connective Tissue Societies Symposium

Full details to be provided closer to the date. Email updates are available from connective@asnevents.net.au.

DATE	28th October-1st November 2007
TIME
VENUE	Shangri-La Resort Cairns, Qld
RSVP
COST
TEL
WEB	http://www.connectivetissue2007.org
EMAIL	connective@asnevents.net.au

Arthritis Seminar with Amye Leong

Entitled "Small Things Matter", this public seminar has been organised by Arthritis NSW and will feature world renowned author. motivational speaker, and arthritis patient, Amye Leong. Amye is the author of "Get a Grip: A Take Charge Approach to Living with Arthritis" and her talks are always inspirational and motivational. This is one seminar not to be missed if you or someone you care about has arthritis.
View the flyer for this event.

DATE	18th October 2007
TIME	6:30pm - 8:30pm
VENUE	The Sebel Hotel Church St Parramatta, NSW
RSVP	12th October 2007
COST	$5 Donation
TEL	02 9683 1622
WEB
EMAIL	info@arthritisnsw.org.au

World Arthritis Day Research Symposium

To celebrate World Arthritis Day and the Bone and Joint Decade 2000-2010, Arthritis WA have organised a unique research symposium focused on ‘UNDERSTANDING & PREVENTING MUSCULOSKELETAL PAIN’. This symposium is also supported by Curtin University. Entry is by gold coin donation but bookings are essential as places are limited.
View the flyer for this event.

DATE	12th October 2007
TIME	10:00am - 12:30pm
VENUE	Arthritis WA 17 Lemnos St Shenton Park, WA
RSVP	5th October 2007
COST	Gold Coin Donation includes morning tea
TEL	08 9388 2199
WEB
EMAIL

On The Move - Walk For Mobility

Hosted by University of Queensland Sport and sponsored by the Bone and Joint Decade 2000-2010 and the Australian Rheumatology Association, this all ages and abilities public event is being held to commemorate World Arthritis Day and raise awareness about back pain. The first 200 participants to register will receive a free T-shirt, compliments of the Australian Rheumatology Association. Immediately following the walk, there will be a sausage sizzle and entertainment by Australian legend Normie Rowe.
Registration and numbering for the walk will be held between 7:30am and 7:45am with the walk itself running from 8:00am to 8:45am (approximately).

DATE	12th October 2007
TIME	7:30am - 9:30am
VENUE	Evandale Parklands 135 Bundall Road Bundall Gold Coast, QLD
RSVP	10th October 2007 registrations also accepted on the day
COST	Free
TEL	07 3365 6612
WEB	www.uqsport.uq.edu.au/walk
EMAIL

2007 BJD Network Conference

The Australian NAN (National Action Network) for the Bone and Joint Decade 2000 - 2010 has been appointed as hosts of the 2007 Network Conference. Planning is still in the initial stages but we can confirm the conference will be held from the 10th to the 14th October 2007, at the Marriott Resort and Spa in Surfers Paradise on the Queensland Gold Coast. Further details are provided on our website's 2007 Network Meeting pages.

Why not also check out the Gold Coast Tourism Website to learn more about the location for our conference or VIEW OUR CONFERENCE POSTER.

DATE	10th-14th October 2007
TIME
VENUE	Marriott Resort and Spa Surfers Paradise Gold Coast, QLD
RSVP
TEL	02 9954 4400
FAX	02 9954 4400
WEB	www.bjd.org.au/network_meeting.html
EMAIL	bjd@dcconferences.com.au

Australian Orthopaedic Association Annual Scientific Meeting

The Australian Orthopaedic Association 67TH Annual Scientific Meeting will be held at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, Broadbeach, Queensland from 7th to 12th October 2007.

There will be plenary lectures on:
Pelvic fractures – What has changed in our management
The management of large structural defects of the acetabulum – A new approach with an old concept
Revision knee replacement – Rationale for implant choice
Deficient femoral shafts in hip replacement – What are the options and why
Justification for hyperflexion in knee joint arthroplasty
Management of back pain after successful spinal fusion
Management of painful non-union after spinal fusion
Minimally invasive surgery around the spine

Debates will be conducted on the following:
Total knee replacement is better for unicompartmental disease of the knee
There is no need for sacrificing the posterior cruciate ligament in knee arthroplasty
Like everything else, Hip Surface Replacement is just a fad.
Computer navigation – Does it really matter anyway?

A joint session with the Bone and Joint Decade Annual Network Conference will be held on Friday, 12th October.

To view a provisional programme, conference information, and registration form click here.

DATE	7th-12th October 2007
TIME
VENUE	Gold Coast Convention Centre Gold Coast, Qld
RSVP
COST	various
TEL	03 9859 6899
WEB	http://www.aoagcst.com/
EMAIL	aoagcst@wickhams.com.au

Arthritis Workshop: Building the Evidence for Health Practice

Presented in conjunction with the Bone and Joint Decade 2000-2010 as part of the Australian and New Zealand Society of the History of Medicine's (ANZSHM) 10th biennial conference - ‘Medicine in Context’. This conference is open to ANZSHM members, friends and colleagues.
This half day workshop will review changes in the management of arthritis over the past 100 years. A range of arthritis therapies will be examined to determine when they were in vogue, how well they were supported by evidence, and whether they have endured or been abandoned. Discussion aims to share the perspectives of different groups (historians, health professionals, patients and others) and to show how history can give some guidance for current attitudes and practice in health care.
Cost for one day's attendence at this conference is $195.00 for ANZSHM Members and $270.00 for non-members. To download a registration form, visit http://www.anzshmconf.com.au/docs/ANZSHM_conf07_RegoForm.pdf.

DATE	5th July 2007
TIME	2:30pm - 5:30pm
VENUE	Manning Clark Centre Australian National University Canberra, ACT
RSVP
COST	$195.00 (ANZSHM Members) $270.00 (non-members)
TEL	02 6251 0675
WEB	www.anzshmconf.com.au
EMAIL	anzshm@consec.com.au

April Pain Day Symposium
South Australia
"Challenging the Burden of Pain"

1st Arpril is no longer just April Fools Day. This year, it is also April Pain Day and the start of Australia's Arthritis Week. To mark April Pain Day, the Arthritis Foundation of South Australia (AFSA) will be holding a Symposium. Titled "Challenging the burden of pain", this symposium will showcase an innovative approach to pain management through arts, photography, music and monologue.
The venue for this symposium is just opposite the RAH and about a 10min walk from North Terrace. Entry to the Hetzel Building is from Frome Rd and a map of the University of South Australia campus can be viewed at http://www.unisa.edu.au/about/campuses/cemap.asp.
Seats are limited and bookings are essential. The cost for this symposium is $15.00 for AFSA Members, $20.00 for the general public, and $30.00 for health professionals. This includes afternoon tea. Please contact AFSA on 08 8379 5711 by 23rd March to reserve your seats.
April Pain Day - you would be a fool to miss it!

Click here for the flyer about this event

DATE	1st April 2007
TIME	12:30pm - 4:00pm
VENUE	Room H2-02 Hetzel Building University SA City East Campus
RSVP	23rd March (bookings essential)
COST	$15.00 (AFSA Members) $20.00 (General Public) $30.00 (Health professionals)
TEL	08 8379 5711
WEB
EMAIL

Australian Association of Gerontology 39th National Conference

This conference is for academics, medical professionals, practitioners and others interested in ageing. This years conference has the theme of 'Diversity in Ageing'; including Cultural, Gender, Health and Social diversity.

The deadline for abstracts by those wanting to present at the conference is the 22nd May 2006.

DATE	22nd-24th November 2006
TIME
VENUE	Wesley Conference Centre, Pitt St, Sydney, NSW
RSVP
COST
TEL
WEB	www.aag.asn.au/conference2006.htm
EMAIL	aag@eastcoastconferences.com.au

Youth Health 2006 - 5th Australian and New Zealand Adolescent Health Conference

Invited keynote speakers include well-known Australian researchers Prof. Fiona Stanley and Richard Eckersley, as well as Prof. Victor Strasburger from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine in Albuquerque. He is a world authority on the impact of media on young people, and is the 2006 Society for Adolescent Medicine Visiting Professor in Adolescent Medicine and Health.

For further details and the call for papers brief, contact Sharyn Low from Matrix On Board Conference, Secretariat Youth Health 2006. Tel: (02) 4572 3079, Fax: (02) 4572 3972, or email: sharyn@mob.com.au.

DATE	13th-15th November 2006
TIME
VENUE	Various
RSVP
COST
TEL	Sharyn Low (02) 4572 3079
WEB	www.youthhealth2006.org
EMAIL	sharyn@mob.com.au

University of NSW Faculty of Medicine Osteoporosis Update Day

Prof John Eisman from the Garvan Institute of Medical Research at St Vincent's Hospitalin Sydney will present an update on Osteoporosis at the Wagga Wagga Campus of the School of Rural Health. The presentation will be videoconferenced to the Albury Wodonga and Griffith Campuses of the School of Rural Health. There are 50 seats available at each location and the update is open to all.
Refreshments served at 5.45pm.

DATE	30th October 2006
TIME	6:00pm - 7:00pm
VENUE	6th Floor, Wagga Wagga Base Hospital Nolan House, Albury Base Hospital Training Centre, Griffith Base Hospital
RSVP	Ros Bradley
COST	FREE
TEL	02 6938 6586
WEB	www.med.unsw.edu.au
EMAIL	r.bradley@unsw.edu.au

Osteoporosis Australia and the Australian and New Zealand Bone and Mineral Society Clinical Update Day

This meeting offers clinicians and health professionals from all over Australia an overview of the most recent developments in the diagnosis, prevent and treatment of osteoporosis and fractures. It will also include hot topics – such as patient compliance with therapy, osteoporossis in the very old, vitamin D deficiency, and new horizons in therapy.

DATE	21st October 2006
TIME
VENUE	Brisbane Convention Centre, QLD
RSVP
COST
TEL	02 9280 0577
WEB
EMAIL	conferences@pharmaevents.com.au

Paediatric Bone Australasia Update

Invitation for physicians, surgeons, nurses and allied health professionals with an interest in paediatric bone disorders to join together for the Third Paediatric Bone Update. The program will concentrate on secondary osteoporosis in children and adolescents. The Update will be clinically based and address all aspects of secondary paediatric osteoporosis including aetiology, diagnosis and management. Recent advances in genetic bone disorders will also be addressed.

The invited overseas speaker for this update is Dr Mary Leonard from the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) USA. She is an eminent paediatric and renal physician who has published extensively on paediatric bone disease, secondary osteopenia and bone health evaluation.

DATE	20th and 21st October 2006
TIME
VENUE	Brisbane Convention Centre, QLD
RSVP
COST
TEL	02 9280 0577
WEB
EMAIL	conferences@pharmaevents.com.au

World Osteoporosis Day

This worldwide day aims to increase the awareness of osteoporosis and prevention mechanisms, provide education on healthy bones for life, and encourage all people to prevent the crisis of broken bones. Osteoporosis Australia and its state based associations will be organising various events to mark this day.

DATE	20th October 2006
TIME
VENUE	Various
RSVP
COST
TEL	1800 011 041 / 1800 242 141
WEB	www.osteoporosis.org.au
EMAIL

Using Evidence: Using Guidelines Symposium

The aim of this symposium is to provide health professionals and organisations with practical solutions for getting clinical practice guidelines into day-to-day practice, including knowing which guideline recommendations to focus on.

DATE	19th-20th October 2006
TIME
VENUE	Langham Hotel, Melbourne, Vic
RSVP
COST
TEL
WEB	www.usingevidence.com.au
EMAIL

World Osteoporosis Day Public Seminar - Auchenflower QLD

This seminar is being hosted by Osteoporosis QLD to celebrate World Osteoporosis Day. Guest speakers at this seminar include Dr Christine Rowland (Endochrinologist) and David Peirce (Physiotherapist).

There is a $5 charge for parking at the venue but a voucher will be issued at the seminar to registered participants.

Bookings are essential for this event. Please contact Osteoporosis QLD on 1800 242 141 to reserve your place.

DATE	Friday 13th October 2006
TIME	10am - 12noon
VENUE	The Wesley Hospital Evan & Mary Thompson Auditorium Chasely St AuchenFlower, QLD
RSVP	Osteoporosis QLD 1800 242 141
COST	$10.00 (morning tea included)
TEL	1800 242 141
WEB	www.arthritis.org.au
EMAIL

International Arthritis Day - Seminar/Aqua Fitness - Chermside QLD

This seminar is being hosted by Arthritis QLD to celebrate World Arthritis Day. Guest speakers at this seminar include Dr Kelly Macgroarty (Orthopaedic Surgeon), Donna Farrell (Aqua Fitness Instructor) and Dr Alex Klestov (Rheumatologist).

Please join us after the Seminar for a BBQ Sausage Sizzle Lunch and Aqua Fitness Demonstration at Splash Leisure (the swimming pool next door to the Community Centre & Library). You can either join the aqua class in the heated pool or watch from the side (Shower and change room facilities are on site). There are limited places for the aqua demonstration, so if you would like to participate in the class please tell Arthritis Queensland when you book for the seminar (there is no additional charge for this).

Bookings are essential for this event. Please contact Arthritis QQLD on 1800 011 041 to reserve your place.

DATE	Wednesday 11th October 2006
TIME	9:30am - 12:00pm seminar only
VENUE	Kedron Wavell Services Club Community Centre Hamilton Road Chermside, QLD
RSVP	Arthritis QLD 1800 011 041
COST	$10.00 (morning tea and lunch included)
TEL	1800 011 041
WEB	www.arthritis.org.au
EMAIL

Global Day Against Pain

The IASP Global Day Against Pain for 2006 has the theme of "Pain in Older Persons". This will then be the theme for the subsequent 12 months. Further details will be available in the near future.

DATE	13th September 2006
TIME
VENUE
RSVP
COST
TEL
WEB	www.apsoc.org.au
EMAIL

Healthy Bones and Osteoporosis Public Seminar - Redcliffe QLD

Healthy Bones and Osteoporosis seminar hosted by Osteoporosis QLD. Guest speakers include Dr Clare Barrett (Rheumatologist), Gay Rendell (Physiotherapist) and Kellie Bowden (Occupational Therapist). Bookings are essential.

DATE	Tuesday, 29th August 2006
TIME	10am - 12noon
VENUE	Kokoda Room Redcliffe RSL Redcliffe, QLD
RSVP
COST	$10. Bookings essential
TEL	1800 011 041
WEB	www.arthritis.org.au
EMAIL

Healthy Bones and Osteoporosis Public Seminar - Maroochydore QLD

Healthy Bones and Osteoporosis seminar hosted by Osteoporosis QLD. Guest speakers include Dr Dave Nichols (Rheumatologist) and Kerryn Wolff (Physiotherapist). Bookings are essential.

DATE	Thursday, 24th August 2006
TIME	10am - 12noon
VENUE	Millwell Rd Community Centre Millwell Rd Maroochydore, QLD
RSVP
COST	$10. Bookings essential
TEL	1800 011 041
WEB	www.arthritis.org.au
EMAIL

Healthy Bones and Osteoporosis Public Seminar - Toowoomba QLD

Healthy Bones and Osteoporosis seminar hosted by Osteoporosis QLD. Guest speakers include Dr Sheila Cook, Wendy White (Occupational Therapist) and Julie Whitney (Physiotherapist). Bookings are essential.

DATE	Friday, 18th August 2006
TIME	10am - 12noon
VENUE	All Seasons Function Centre Cnr Tor & North St Toowoomba, QLD
RSVP
COST	$10. Bookings essential
TEL	1800 011 041
WEB	www.arthritis.org.au
EMAIL

Arthritis, Osteoporosis & Asthma Update for Health Professionals

This 2-day Update is a partnership activity between Arthritis Victoria and the Lung Health Promotion Centre at The Alfred. It is designed for practice, community and hospital based nurses and other health professionals who want to improve their understanding of, and update their knowledge, in the current management of arthritis, osteoporosis and asthma.

Arthritis, Osteoporosis & Asthma Update Program

Wednesday, 16th August - Asthma
What is asthma & possible reasons for its increase
Asthma medications
Correct use of inhalers & devices
6 point asthma plan
Signs of worsening asthma
Managing exercise induced asthma
Action plans
Complementary therapies
Patterns of childhood asthma
Self-management strategies
Education & adherence issues
Quit smoking strategies

Thursday, 17th August - Arthritis & Osteoporosis
Overview of the following musculoskeletal conditions: osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia syndrome and osteoporosis
Medical treatments
Complementary therapies
A clinical pathway for managing osteoarthritis
The role of physical activity
Pain management
The psychosocial impact
How to support self management

Highly experienced health educators from Arthritis Victoria will facilitate the arthritis day. Adrienne James, Coordinator, Lung Health Promotion Centre, will facilitate the asthma day.

Participants can elect to participate in both days or just one day, depending on their area of interest. The cost is $300 for both days or $170 for one day (including GST and lunch).

For further information about the arthritis & osteoporosis day, please contact Liz Bongetti on (03) 8531 8018. For further information about the asthma day, please contact Adrienne James on (03) 9276 2382. To obtain or submit a registration form, contact Sandra Barry, Arthritis Victoria on (03)8531 8008 or email Sandra@arthritisvic.org.au.

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DATE	16th-17th August 2006
TIME	9:00am - 5:00pm
VENUE	Ashley Ricketson Centre, Caulfield General Medical Centre 260 Kooyong Road, Caulfield, Vic
RSVP	Sandra Barry, Arthritis Victoria, (03) 8531 8008 or Sandra@arthritisvic.org.au.
COST	$170.00 per day or $300 for both days
TEL	Arthritis & Osteoporosis (03) 8531 8018 Asthma (03) 9276 2382
WEB	www.arthritisvic.org.au
EMAIL	Sandra@arthritisvic.org.au

Healthy Bones and Osteoporosis Public Seminar - Raceview/Ipswich QLD

Healthy Bones and Osteoporosis seminar hosted by Osteoporosis QLD. Guest speakers include Dr David Careless (Rheumatologist) and Lynne Newcombe (Arthritis & Osteoporosis QLD). Bookings are essential.

DATE	Wednesday, 16th August 2006
TIME	10am - 12noon
VENUE	Brothers Leagues Club Cnr Robertson Rd & Wildie St Raceview, QLD
RSVP
COST	$10. Bookings essential
TEL	1800 011 041
WEB	www.arthritis.org.au
EMAIL

Managing pain and soft tissue injuries with CBT

Pain is a major burden for individuals and organisations, and psychological factors or 'yellow flags' play a significant part in this. Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) helps optimise outcomes - reducing disability and distress, and improving return to work, for example - and is now being integrated into the management of injured workers. We'll cover how to assess people with pain and injuries both during the acute and chronic phases and how to conduct CBT at different stages in the current compensation context in NSW.
Hosted by the Australian Pain Society, this day is designed to assist all counselling professionals, including psychologists, counsellors, rehabilitation providers and psychiatrists, involved in the rehabilitation of people with persisting pain following an injury. This course attracts 7 APS professional development points.

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DATE	Saturday, 12th August 2006
TIME	9:30am - 4:30pm
VENUE	Camperdown, NSW Exact location available on enrollment
RSVP
COST	$150
TEL	1800 011 041
WEB	www.apsoc.org.au www.cce.usyd.edu.au
EMAIL

Healthy Bones Week Public Seminar - Auchenflower QLD

Healthy Bones and Osteoporosis seminar hosted by Osteoporosis QLD. Guest speakers include Judy Larson (Physiotherapist) and Dr Emma Duncan (Endocrinologist). Bookings are essential.

DATE	Saturday, 12th August 2006
TIME	1pm - 3:30pm
VENUE	Evan & Mary Thompson Auditorium Wesley Hospital Auchenflower, QLD
RSVP
COST	$10. Bookings essential
TEL	1800 011 041
WEB	www.arthritis.org.au
EMAIL

Healthy Bones Week Public Seminar - Robina QLD

Healthy Bones and Osteoporosis seminar hosted by Osteoporosis QLD. Guest speakers include Dr Don Pitchford (Orthopaedic Surgeon) and Li Chew (Physiotherapist). Bookings are essential.

DATE	Friday, 11th August 2006
TIME	10am - 12noon
VENUE	Robina Community Centre Robina Town Centre Drive Robina, QLD
RSVP
COST	$10. Bookings essential
TEL	1800 011 041
WEB	www.arthritis.org.au
EMAIL

Healthy Bones Week Shopping Centre Display - Miranda NSW

As part of National Healthy Bones Week, Osteoporosis NSW will be hosting a stall in the Miranda shopping centre. Information will be available on Osteoporosis and maintaining healthy bones. Staff from Osteoporosis NSW will also be on hand to answer questions.

DATE	Friday, 11th August 2006
TIME	9am - 3pm
VENUE	Miranda Shopping Centre Miranda, NSW
RSVP
COST
TEL	1800 011 041
WEB
EMAIL	janine@arthritisnsw.org.au

Healthy Bones Week Shopping Centre Display - Carringbah NSW

As part of National Healthy Bones Week, Osteoporosis NSW will be hosting a stall in the Carringbah shopping centre. Information will be available on Osteoporosis and maintaining healthy bones. Staff from Osteoporosis NSW will also be on hand to answer questions.

DATE	Wednesday, 9th August 2006
TIME	9am - 3pm
VENUE	Carringbah Shopping Centre Carringbah, NSW
RSVP
COST
TEL	1800 011 041
WEB
EMAIL	janine@arthritisnsw.org.au

National Healthy Bones Week

National Healthy Bones Week has been a national joint initiative between Dairy Australia and Osteoporosis Australia (including its state branches) for the past 12 years, highlighting the important role of dairy in the development and maintenance of healthy bones and prevention of osteoporosis. This year, National Healthy Bones Week (NHBW) highlights the release of the new Australian Government guidelines recommending an increase in the daily calcium intake for all Australians over the age of nine years.

Various events will be held around Australia. To find out about your nearest event, contact your state Osteoporosis association on 1800 011 041.

DATE	6th-12th August 2006
TIME
VENUE	Various, Australia wide
RSVP
COST
TEL	1800 011 041
WEB	www.healthybones.com.au
EMAIL

Early Arthritis Network Seminar

A seminar for people with inflammatory arthritis including rheumatoid arthritis and sero-negative arthritis, diagnosed during the past two years. Partners are welcome.

Topics and Guest Speakers include:
Medical management of early inflammatory arthritis
Dr Lyndon Roberts - Rheumatologist, Royal Melbourne Hospital

Insights from personal experience of living with inflammatory arthritis
Stuart Woollett - Member of the Arthritis Victoria Young Adults Support Group

Supporting self management. How to make informed decisions about treatments and therapies
Liz Bongetti - Principal Health Professional, Arthritis/Osteoporosis Victoria

The psychosocial aspects of living with arthritis
Georgie Bancroft - Health Psychologist and Health Educator, Arthritis/Osteoporosis Victoria

The role of physical activity in managing arthritis
Tanya Conway - Physiotherapist, Physical Activities and Exercise Unit, Arthritis/Osteoporosis Victoria

The cost for this seminar is $10.00 which includes refreshments. Registration and payment is due no later than one week prior to the seminar. Phone Liz Bongetti at Arthtitis Victoria on (03) 8531 8018 or email liz@arthritisvic.org.au for more information or a registration form.

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DATE	Tuesday, 25th July 2006
TIME	6:00pm - 8:30pm
VENUE	Arthritis Victoria, 263-265 Kooyong Road, Elsternwick Vic
RSVP	Monday, 27th March 2006
COST	$10.00
TEL	(03) 8531 8018
WEB	www.arthritisvic.org.au
EMAIL	liz@arthritisvic.org.au

NSW Health Promotion Symposium 2006
Translating Evidence into Practice

This Symposium is aimed at health promotion workers, population health practitioners, researchers and policy makers in NSW. It is co-hosted by the NSW Health Promotion Workforce Development Implementation Group and Research and Evaluation Network. The Symposium will be a fantastic opportuntiy to network with peers and be updated on the breadth of current initiatives taking place in our dynamic area of population health practice. Abstracts from first time presenters are warmly encouraged, and support is available to first time presenters to assist them to submit an abstract and develop a presentation.

DATE	28th-29th June 2006
TIME
VENUE	Wesley Centre, Pitt St, Sydney, NSW
RSVP
COST
TEL
WEB
EMAIL	Symposium Secretariat

National Chiropractic Care Week

Various events to mark National Chiropractic Care Week will be held nationwide. To find out about your nearest event, contact the Chiropractors' Association of Australia on 1800 075 003.

DATE	22nd-28th May 2006
TIME
VENUE	Nationwide
RSVP
COST
TEL	1800 075 003
WEB
EMAIL

Osteoporosis Australia's Clinical Update Day

The clinical update, to be held on Saturday 20th May, will offer clinicians, GP's, and health professionals from around Australia an overview of the most recent developments in diagnosis, preventsion and treatment of osteoporosis and fractures. It also included some hot topics - such as patient compliece with therapy, osteoporosis in the very old, vitamin D deficiency and new horizons in therapy.

This Activity has been approved by the RACGP QA & CPD Program.

DATE	Saturday, 20th May 2006
TIME
VENUE	Bayview on the Park, Melbourne, Vic
RSVP
COST
TEL	Osteoporosis Australia 1800 242 141
WEB	www.osteoporosis.org.au
EMAIL

Osteoporosis Australia's Generations of Women Lunch

The Generations of Women Lunch is a fundraising event, we welcome your support. This event precedes Mothers Day weekend and we encourage guests to bring family members.

Guest Speakers include:
Sheila Scotter, AM MBE
Former editor-in-chief of Vogue Australia & founding editor of Vogue Living
Amanda Keller
Radio and television personality
Alisa Camplin
Olympic Gold & Bronze medalist - arial skiing

For information or to book tickets to this event contact Osteoporosis Australia on 02 9518 8140.

DATE	Friday, 12th May 2006
TIME	12:00pm - 2:30pm
VENUE	Four Seasons Hotel, Sydney, NSW
RSVP
COST
TEL	(02) 9518 8140
WEB	www.osteoporosis.org.au
EMAIL

Classic Wallabies XV ON TOUR Gala Lunch

"Brisbane's Rugby Union lunch of the year proudly supported by the Classic Wallabies. Sole beneficiary is the Spinal Injuries Association."

An entertaining, informative and fun filled event with a starting line-up of fifteen Classic Wallabies, special guest speaker Alan Jones, former Wallaby coach and Media Personality, MC Andrew Slack and comedian Johnny Garfield.

Sensational auction and big-win raffle items on the day. For further information or to buy your tickets contact Terie-Lea Tobin or Avril Davis at Spinal Injuries Association on (07) 3391 2044.

DATE	Friday, 5th May 2006
TIME
VENUE	Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, Qld
RSVP
COST
TEL	(07) 3391 2044
WEB
EMAIL

Arthritis Public Seminar - Bundaberg

An Arthritis Awareness Week public seminar on the current trends in the management of arthritis. Organised by Arthritis Queensland.

Futures guest speakers Dr Alex Klestov (Rheumatologist) and Helen Zigterman (Occupational Therapist).

DATE	Friday, 28th April 2006
TIME	10:00am - 12:00pm
VENUE	Bundaberg Civic Centre, Qld
RSVP
COST	$10.00 (incl. morning tea)
TEL	(07) 3857 4200 / 1800 011 041 (Qld only)
WEB	www.arthritis.org.au
EMAIL

Arthritis Public Seminar - Hervey Bay

An Arthritis Awareness Week public seminar on the current trends in the management of arthritis. Organised by Arthritis Queensland.

Futures guest speaker Isabel Read (Physiotherapist).

DATE	Thursday, 27th April 2006
TIME	10:00am - 12:00pm
VENUE	Hervey Bay Boat Club, Qld
RSVP
COST	$10.00 (incl. morning tea)
TEL	(07) 3857 4200 / 1800 011 041 (Qld only)
WEB	www.arthritis.org.au
EMAIL

Arthritis Awareness Week Phone-In (Victoria)

If you are concerned about the effects of arthritis on yourself or a loved one there is an opportunity to speak to a Bone and Joint Specialist (Rheumatologist) during Arthritis Awareness Week (10-16 April 2005). The Arthritis Week Phone-in is an initiative of Arthritis Victoria and the Australian Rheumatology Association (Vic Branch).

DATE	Wednesday, 13th April 2006
TIME	10:00am - 1:00pm & 2:00pm - 4:00pm
VENUE	Victoria
TEL	1800 011 041 (Victoria only)
WEB	www.rheumatology.org.au

Arthritis NSW Family Picnic Day

Arthritis NSW and the NSW Young Adults with Arthritis group (NSWYAWA) host this annual free event for children and younger adults (aged 18 - 45) with arthritis and their families. Come along for a fun, relaxing day and meet other young people living with arthritis.

BBQ Chicken, sausages, bread rolls, plates and utensils will be provided. There will be BBQ‘s available if you have something else you wish to cook. Please bring your own salads. There is a kiosk at the entry of the park so you can pick up other items.

The picnic area has a covered section but there are only 3 tables and these will be allocated on a first come basis. As such, we advise you to bring a picnic rug or folding chairs.

Games and activities will be provided but please bring along your favourite sporting equipment. And don't forget your hat and sunscreen.

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DATE	Sunday, 9th April 2006
TIME	10:30am onwards
VENUE	Area 32 (Hayne's Flat), Lane Cove National Park, Sydney, NSW
RSVP	Thursday, 6th April 2006
COST	$7.00 per vehicle National Park Day Pass
TEL	(02) 9683 1622
WEB	www.arthritisnsw.org.au
EMAIL	n.garland@arthritisnsw.org.au

Living Well With Arthritis - Evening Seminar

This free Arthritis Week Seminar will feature leading health professional talking about ways to help you improve your life with arthritis. Light Refreshments will be served.

Topics include:
Self Management
Medical Update
Exercise and Fitness
Occupational Therapy
Nutrition

For bookings or more information, please call Arthritis NSW on (02) 9683 1622.

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DATE	Thursday, 6th April 2006
TIME	6:00pm - 8:30pm
VENUE	Menzies Hotel, 14 Carrington St, Sydney, NSW
COST	FREE
TEL	(02) 9683 1622
WEB	www.arthritisnsw.org.au
EMAIL	info@arthritisnsw.org.au

Living Well With Arthritis - Daytime Seminar

This free Arthritis Week Seminar will feature leading health professional talking about ways to help you improve your life with arthritis.

Topics include:
Self Management
Medical Management
Exercise and Fitness
Occupational Therapy
Nutrition.

For bookings or more information, please call Arthritis NSW on (02) 9683 1622.

DATE	Tuesday, 4th April 2006
TIME	10:30am - 12:30pm
VENUE	Parramatta RSL Club, Parramatta, NSW
COST	FREE
TEL	(02) 9683 1622
WEB	www.arthritisnsw.org.au
EMAIL	info@arthritisnsw.org.au

Early Arthritis Network Seminar

DATE	Monday, 3rd April 2006
TIME	6:00pm - 8:30pm
VENUE	Arthritis Victoria, 263-265 Kooyong Road, Elsternwick Vic
RSVP	Monday, 27th March 2006
COST	$10.00
TEL	(03) 8531 8018
WEB	www.arthritisvic.org.au
EMAIL	liz@arthritisvic.org.au

Come and try Tai Chi for Arthritis with Dr Paul Lam, and help break a Tai Chi for Arthritis world record!

Proudly supported by the Department of Victorian Communities.

As the Commonwealth Games approaches, the spotlight shines on physical activity and exercise for all Victorians.

Break a record, not your bones!
Join us in the stunning Great Hall at the National Gallery of Victoria to break the world record for the largest number of people participating in Tai Chi for Arthritis at one time. With our guest of honour, Dr Paul Lam, and hundreds of others you can learn and experience the benefits of tai chi for yourself.
Tai chi may help to strengthen your bones, reduce your pain from arthritis and improve flexibility and muscle strength.
Call Arthritis Victoria on (03) 8531 8008 to register your participation in this record breaking attempt.

Registration: 10.00am
Demonstration and presentations: 10.30 - 11.30am
Record attempt: 11.30am - 12noon

DATE	Sunday, 12th March 2006
TIME	10:00am - 12:00pm
VENUE	Great Hall, National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
TEL	(03) 8531 8008
WEB	www.arthritisvic.org.au

Bone and Joint Decade Queensland
Multidisciplinary Research Day: Osteoporosis & future, medical, surgical and preventative measures in the management of bone disease

Proudly Supported By:

*The Bone and Joint Decade Research Day Schedule*
*Session 1*
12:00 - 12:20	Arrival and Refreshments
12:20 - 12:30	Opening of Proceedings,
12:30 - 12:50	Prof Robert Moots
12:50 - 1:00	Miss Christina Selinger
1:00 - 1:10	Dr Allison Pettit
1:10 - 1:20	Dr Roland Steck
1:20 - 1:30	Ms Leah Worton
1:30 - 1:40	Mr Gary Brooke
1:40 - 2:00	Dr Sandra Brauer
*Session 2*
2:00 - 2:20	Afternoon Tea, Poster Viewing & Trade Displays in the Kevin Cronin Room
2:20 - 2:40	Dr Mark Forwood
2:40 - 2:50	Mr Christopher Day
2:50 - 3:00	Mr Michael Kim
3:00 - 3:10	Ms Sally de Visser
3:10 - 3:20	Dr Sanjay Mishra
3:20 - 3:30	Mr Nicholas Meadows
3:30 - 3:40	Ms Donna McCook
3:40 - 4:00	Dr Emma Duncan
*Session 3*
4:00 - 4:20	Afternoon Tea, Poster Viewing & Trade Displays in the Kevin Cronin Room
4:20 - 4:40	Assoc Prof Paul Mainwaring
4:40 - 4:50	Dr Martin Wullschleger
4:50 - 5:00	Mr Andy Wu
5:00 - 5:10	Mr Cameron Lutton
5:10 - 5:20	Mr James Doecke
5:20 - 5:30	Mr Ben Goss
5:30 - 5:50	Assoc Prof Edith Gardiner
5:50 - 6:10	Prof Michael Schuetz
6:10	Presentation of awards & close of research day, Drinks and Barbeque

DATE	November 2005
LINK	download.pdf

A pain in the neck: Musculoskeletal consequences of road traffic crashes

When American orthopaedic surgeon Harold Crowe coined the term "whiplash injury" in 1928 at a medical meeting in San Francisco, little did he know how quickly the term would spread across the country, enter the medical literature, and eventually become a household word. Now the term is often used thoughtlessly to denote any type of neck injury.

The purpose of this seminar is to provide an opportunity for interested people to learn about important research conducted by The Whiplash Research Unit, Department of Physiotherapy, University of Queensland, and the work in this area by the Royal Perth Hospital Trauma Registry, as well as for them to gain a better understanding of the plight of sufferers and the real costs of these disorders to our community.

Invited Speakers include Dr Michele Sterling, a physiotherapist who will present the ground breaking work and research of the Whiplash Research Unit at the University of Queensland.

Dr Sudhakar Rao, is a General Surgeon in Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic surgery and Head of the Trauma Service at Royal Perth Hospital. He will discuss current triage/management of patients with acute neck pain following road traffic crashes.

Mr Fab Zanuttigh, from the Insurance Commission of Western Australia will speak about the costs of musculoskeletal injuries to the community drawing upon statistics compiled by the insurer.

And Mr David Buchanan, PhD student, playwrite, poet, musician, and road crash victim will represent the human face of musculoskeletal injuries.

DATE	Friday 21st October 2005
TIME	9.30am-12.30pm
VENUE	Alexander Library Building: Theatrette, Perth Cultural Centre, Northbridge
EMAIL	iccwaevents@iccwa.org.au

Risks and Benefits in Pain Management
‘The Patients Perspective’

6pm	Drinks
6.30	‘Risks and Benefits in Pain Management’ Putting Patients First. Facilitator: Sally Loane
6.40	The Patient Perspective - A Painful Champion. Speaker: - Life should not be a Pain in the Neck. Speaker: Ben Horgan
7.00	Treatment Options ‘Fact and Fiction’ - Giving Patients the Power of Choice. Speaker: Dr Jim Bertouch - Patterns of Pain. Speaker: Dr Ray Hayek
7.20	Patient Partners - A Medical Perspective. Speaker: A/Prof Les Schrieber - The Next Step. Speaker: Maggie Colley
7.40	Panel Discussion
8.20	Close

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DATE	Thursday 25 August
TIME	6pm - 8.30pm
VENUE	Harbourside Meeting Room 5, Sydney Convention Centre Darling Harbour

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