ROAR 2016 is an interactive educational forum that was developed 12 years ago. It is organized by patients of the Arthritis Patient Advisory Board for people affected by arthritis.

Attend in person or on-line for this unique opportunity to interact with arthritis researchers and pose pertinent questions. Hear directly from researchers how to better manage your disease.

Arthritis Research Canada Speakers and topics discussed:

Heart attacks and strokes are more common in people with RA. Learn how to prevent them. - Dr. Claire Barber University of Alberta

Manage your Gout- dos and don’ts. - Dr. Hyon Choi, Harvard Medical School

Prevent work disability and improve productivity while living with RA. - Dr. Diane Lacaille, UBC

Exercise and Arthritis: Can wearing a fitbit and working with a physio coach reduce pain and help you stay more active? - Dr. Linda Li, UBC

Sharing your activity monitor data with your Health Care Professional- joys and challenges. - Jenny Leese and Graham MacDonald, UBC

Mindfulness: Impact on health and well-being for people with arthritis. An option besides meds and exercise. - Dr. Catherine Backman, UBC