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World Arthritis Day

111010 -Do Blue for Arthritis – In observance of World Arthritis Day, the Arthritis Foundation is encouraging everyone to "Do Blue" on Tuesday, Oct. 12 – from lighting up national landmarks in blue, like Niagara Falls, to wearing blue shoes and other apparel. On this day our voices will not only be heard, but also will be seen

 

 

World Arthritis Day was first celebrated in 1996 by ARI (Arthritis Rheumatism International). It is being celebrated each year on October 12th.

 

 

 

The aims of World Arthritis Day are:

 

To raise awareness of arthritis in all its forms among the medical community, people with arthritis and the general public

To influence public policy by making decision-makers aware of the burden of arthritis and the steps which can be taken to ease it

To ensure all people with arthritis and their caregivers are aware of the vast support network available to them.

 

Dedicated to my mum xxx

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Uploaded on October 12, 2010
Taken on October 12, 2010