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Exhibition 2016 | page 96
Bronze sponsors 2016
UCB Pharma Ltd | Stand 41
Innovation Session
Tuesday 26 April | 10.40 – 11.20
Biomarkers: Rich promise or eternal frustration?
Eli Lilly | Stand 2
Innovation Session
Wednesday 27 April | 10.40 – 11.20
Targeting inflammatory pathways in RA: how can we progress
from bench to bedside?
Sobi | Stand 12
Innovation Session
Thursday 28 April | 10.40 – 11.20
Inflammatory Rheumatoid Arthritis and auto-inflammatory
conditions
Mallinckrodt Specialty Pharmaceuticals Ireland Ltd | Stand 3
Innovation Session
Wednesday 27 April | 13.50 – 14.30
ACTH: another option for acute gout uncovered
Janssen | Stand 42
Symposium
Wednesday 27 April | 07.15 – 08.45
Raising the bar: Practical approaches to improving patient
outcomes in PsA & RA
AbbVie | Stand 45 and 21
Innovation Session
Wednesday 27 April | 16.05 – 16.25
Targeted Ultrasound Initiative (TUI) MSUS: An integral part of
routine practice
Celgene Ltd | Stand 50
Innovation session
Tuesday 26 April | 13.10 – 13.50 and
Wednesday 27 April | 13.10 - 13.50
Models of Care: New Approaches to PsA Management
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Exhibitors listing
23 4S DAWN Clinical Software
17 A.Menarini Farmaceutica Internazionale SRL
45 & 21 AbbVie UK
28 Actelion Pharmaceuticals UK Ltd
11 Alexion UK
20 Arthritis Research UK
19 Biogen
25 Bristol-Myers Sqiubb
BSR Hub British Society for Rheumatology
49 Buchanan Orthotics Ltd
50 Celgene Ltd
44 Cytokine Signalling Forum
36 Cytori Therapeutics, Inc.
2 Eli Lilly
8 Feet and Spine
1 Hospira UK Ltd
31 Internis Pharma
35 Intrapharm Laboratories Ltd
42 Janssen Pharmaceuticals
34 King’s College London – MSc Rheumatology
and TITRATE
Stand Company Stand Company
3 Mallinckrodt Specialty Pharmaceuticals
Ireland Ltd
4 medac GmbH, UK Branch
5 MEDICA Group
15 MSD
9 Napp Pharmaceuticals Limited
10 NHS Research Scotland
13 Nordic Pharma Ltd
51 Novartis Pharmaceuticals UK Limited
47 Oxford University Press
26 & 14 Pfizer
48 Rheumatosphere
27, 32 & 33 Roche Products Ltd and Chugai Pharma UK Ltd
52 Sandoz
46 Sanofi
24 Scope Ophthalmics
12 Sobi
41 UCB
29 Vasculitis UK
30 Wisepress Medical Bookshop
Catering and exhibition will be in Hall 5.
Exhibition floor plan
Exhibition 2016 | page 98
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Charity village listing
2 AKU Society
8 Arthritis Action
11 Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Alliance
9 Arthritis Care
7 British Sjögren’s Syndrome Association
6 BSPAR Parent Group
14 Fibromyalgia Action UK
15 Hypermobility Syndromes Association
5 LUPUS UK
1 National Osteoporosis Society
12 National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS)
4 Polymyalgia+GCA
10 Scleroderma & Raynaud’s UK (SRUK)
3 The Lauren Currie Twilight Foundation
13 The National Ankylosing Spondylitis Society
Stand Company
The Charity Village is located outside the Forth and Gala rooms and includes the Tai Chi demonstration area
(Tuesday at 13.40 and 16.15) and artwork from the AbbVie Perspectives Gallery and patient-artist, Shanali Perera.
Exhibition 2016 | page 100
Charity village floor plan
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Rheumatology 2016 exhibitors
4S DAWN Clinical Software
Stand number 23
DAWN RH is a comprehensive results and follow-up
management application to help clinic physicians’ review and
track patients in a safe, reliable and efficient manner. Record
key scores, measures and patient reported outcomes easily,
facilitating paperless working and saving time in searching for
historical values for things such as BASMI, DAS28, SLICC, FRAX,
PsARC, QRISK2 among others, whilst following best-practice
guidelines.
A.Menarini Farmaceutica Internazionale SRL
Stand number 17
Menarini Farmaceutica Internazionale SRL was established in
1999 as the UK affiliate of the Menarini Group– an Italian
pharmaceutical company based in Florence with over 16,500
employees. Menarini is one of Europe’s leading pharmaceutical
and healthcare companies, with headquarters in Florence and
research facilities in Pomezia, near Rome. The organisation,
which was incorporated over 100 years ago has over forty
subsidiaries operating throughout Eastern and Western Europe.
We are actively involved in the development of leading edge
medicines for cardiovascular disease, pain relief, oncology and
Sexual Health with teams supporting Healthcare Professionals
across primary care, secondary care and commissioning
organisations.
AbbVie UK
Stand number 21 and 45
AbbVie is a global, research-based biopharmaceutical company
formed in 2013 following separation from Abbott Laboratories.
The company’s mission is to use its expertise, dedicated people
and unique approach to innovation to develop and market
advanced therapies that address some of the world’s most
complex and serious diseases. AbbVie employs approximately
25,000 people worldwide and markets medicines in more than
170 countries. For further information on the company and its
people, portfolio and commitments, please visit
www.abbvie.co.uk.
Actelion Pharmaceuticals UK Ltd
Stand number 28
Actelion Pharmaceuticals UK Ltd. Actelion focuses on the
discovery, development and commercialisation of innovative
treatments to serve unmet medical needs. Please visit us on
stand 28 in the main Exhibition Hall to find out more.
Alexion UK
Stand number 11
Alexion is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on
developing and delivering life-transforming therapies for
patients with devastating and rare diseases. Patients with these
life-threatening diseases often have no effective treatment
options, and they and their families suffer with little hope. Our
goal is to deliver medical breakthroughs where none currently
exist. We are driven because we know people’s lives depend on
our work.
Arthritis Research UK
Stand number 20
Arthritis Research UK is the leading authority on arthritis in the
UK, funding research into all types of arthritis and related
musculoskeletal conditions. We provide information for patients
and health care professionals, as well as supporting education
and innovation in the promotion of musculoskeletal health.
To find out more visit our website www.arthritisresearchuk.org
or come and meet us at stand 8
Biogen
Stand number 19
Through cutting-edge science and medicine, Biogenic discovers,
develops and delivers worldwide innovative therapies for people
living with serious neurological, autoimmune and rare diseases.
Founded in 1978, Biogenic is one of the world’s oldest
independent biotechnology companies. Patients worldwide
benefit from the company’s leading multiple sclerosis and
innovative hemophilia therapies. In 2012, Biogenic entered into
a joint venture with Samsung Biologics to form Samsung Bioepis
to develop, manufacture and market biosimilars of advanced
biologics. Biogenic has commercialization rights for three
anti-TNF biosimilars in Europe. These therapies will be
manufactured in Bygone’s large-scale, Europe-based
manufacturing facility, which is one of the largest in the world.
For more information, please visit www.biogen.com.
Exhibition 2016 | page 102
Bristol-Myers Sqiubb
Stand number 25
• Rheumatology 2016 silver sponsor •
Bristol-Myers Squibb is a global BioPharma company firmly
focused on its mission to discover, develop and deliver
innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious
diseases. Bristol-Myers Squibb UK aims to deliver on its
commitments: to our patients and customers, to our
employees, to our communities, and to our environment.
British Society for Rheumatology
BSR Hub
The British Society for Rheumatology (BSR) promotes excellence
in the treatment of people with rheumatic and musculoskeletal
disorders and supports those delivering care. It is a professional
association with its own journal ‘Rheumatology’, and has
members in over 50 countries representing the whole
multi-disciplinary team for adults, adolescents and paediatrics:
consultant rheumatologists, trainees, specialised nurses,
physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and GPs with special
interest in rheumatology.
Visit us at the BSR stand to find out more about the work we do
and join us to celebrate 15 years of the Registers and view the
winners of the 2016 Best Practice Awards in Rheumatology and
Musculoskeletal Health. www.rheumatology.org.uk
Buchanan Orthotics Ltd
Stand number 49
Buchanan Orthotics are both a clinical service provider and a
manufacturer. We manufacture the Steprite range of footwear
and a full range of bespoke orthotic products in our Glasgow
factory.
Celgene Ltd
Stand number 50
Celgene is committed to improving the lives of people with
immune and inflammatory diseases. Continuing our mission
to find new solutions for under-served conditions, our current
inflammation and immunology portfolio includes a treatment
for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, with a rich and varied
pipeline of treatments into a broader range of auto-immune
conditions. Established in the UK & Ireland in 2006, with our
headquarters in Stockley Park, Middlesex, Celgene UK.
Cytokine Signalling Forum
Stand number 44
Developed under the auspices of the University of Glasgow
and with a steering committee of leading rheumatologists the
Cytokine Signalling Forum is an online resource providing CME
courses, reviews of recent literature and an interactive forum for
colleagues to discuss their opinions. Visit our stand or log
on to www.cytokinesignaling.com
Cytori Therapeutics, Inc.
Stand number 36
Cytori Therapeutics is a clinical-stage cell therapy company
developing an autologous adipose-derived cell therapy,
ECCS-50, for hand disability in scleroderma patients. The STAR
and SCLERADEC-II Phase III clinical trials in the US and France,
respectively, are currently enrolling patients. Data from
preclinical studies and clinical trials suggest that ECCS-50 may
act principally by improving blood flow, modulating the immune
system, and facilitating wound repair. For more information visit
www.cytori.com or stand 36.
Eli Lilly
Stand number 2
At Lilly, our greatest contribution to society is discovering and
developing innovative medicines that make life better for people
around the world. This is the core of what we do. By doing this
well, we are able to extend our reach and deepen the impact of
our other activities.
Feet and Spine
Stand number 8
Specialising in comfort footwear, Computer Matched Orthotics
(insoles), Ergonomic Chairs, Sit-stand tables, Ergonomic aids and
Orthopaedic Splints. Helping solve mechanical musculoskeletal
issues (aches and pains) without medical or surgical
intervention. www.feetandspine.com
page 103 | www.rheumatology2016.org.uk
Hospira UK Ltd
Stand number 1
Hospira is a global speciality pharmaceutical and medication
delivery company dedicated to Advancing Wellness™. A leader
in speciality injectable pharmaceuticals offering a broad
portfolio in acute care and oncology, as well as integrated
infusion therapy. Hospira has one of the industry’s largest
biosimilar pipelines and is committed to the development of
innovative, comparable, cost saving products for the people
who need them.
Internis Pharma
Stand number 31
Founded in 2010, Internis is a UK speciality pharmaceutical
company engaged in the development and commercialisation
of highly effective and innovative new medicines aimed at the
treatment and prevention of a range of common bone
disorders, such as osteoporosis and vitamin D3 deficiency.
Intrapharm Laboratories Ltd
Stand number 35
Intrapharm Laboratories are pleased to announce the relaunch
of Triamcinolone Hexacetonide. This has the longest duration of
action and is indicated for intraarticular, intrasynovial or
periarticular use in adults and adolescents (3 to 12 years) for the
symptomatic treatment of subacute and chronic inflammatory
joint diseases.
Janssen Pharmaceuticals
Stand number 42
At Janssen, we are dedicated to addressing and solving some
of the most important unmet medical needs of our time in
immunology, oncology, neuroscience, infectious diseases and
vaccines, and cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. Driven by
our commitment to patients, we bring innovative products,
services and solutions to people throughout the world.
King’s College London – MSc Rheumatology and TITRATE
Stand number 34
The MSc in Rheumatology at KCL is the only one of its type in
London. It is a multidisciplinary programme designed to achieve
excellence in patient centred care, research and training.
TITRATE, an NIHR-funded Programme Grant for Applied
Research, aims to improve outcomes for RA patients with
intermediate disease activity. Visit our stand to meet our team
and find out more. www.titrate.org.uk.
Mallinckrodt Specialty Pharmaceuticals Ireland Ltd
Stand number 3
Mallinckrodt Specialty Pharmaceuticals Ireland Ltd. (MSPIL) is a
subdivision of the global specialty biopharmaceutical business,
Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals, which focuses on therapeutic
drugs for autoimmune and rare diseases. MSPIL owns the
licence for Synacthen and Synacthen® Depot in the UK and in a
number of different countries internationally. Synacthen® Depot
is indicated for certain autoimmune and inflammatory diseases
including acute gout.
medac GmbH, UK Branch
Stand number 4
medac GmbH is a privately owned German company founded in
1970. medac mainly promotes the development and marketing
of the therapeutics in the field of autoimmune diseases and
oncology. We endeavour to provide the best quality
pharmaceutical products with faultless service in an effective,
timely and customer-focused manner.
MEDICA Group
Stand number 5
MEDICA are the UK’s leading provider of teleradiology services.
MEDICA’s UK remote reporting services have been designed and
refined in partnership with more than 80 NHS organisations.
MEDICA use NHS doctors with significant experience in DXA
reporting, offering full equivalence to an in-house service and
providing flexible capacity, all within a stringent quality and
support framework.
MSD
Stand number 15
At MSD we believe the most important thing we make is a
difference. We operate in more than 140 countries and through
our prescription medicines, vaccines, biologic therapies, and
animal health products we work with customers to bring
innovative healthcare solutions to those who need them the
most. We also demonstrate our commitment to increasing
access to healthcare through far-reaching policies, programmes
and partnerships. For more information visit www.msd-uk.com.
The company is known as Merck & Co., Inc., in the United States
and Canada. Everywhere else, we are known as MSD.
Exhibition 2016 | page 104
Napp Pharmaceuticals Limited
Stand number 9
Napp Immunology is a division of Napp Pharmaceuticals
Limited, a UK healthcare company that has been providing
high-quality, innovative medicines for over 80 years. We believe
in real world, value-based innovation; delivering medicines to
the NHS that meet genuine needs and make a positive
difference to patients’ lives.
NHS Research Scotland
Stand number 10
NHS Research Scotland promotes and supports excellence in
clinical and translational research in Scotland so that patients
can benefit from new and better treatments. Formed through a
partnership of Scottish NHS Boards and the Chief Scientist Office
(CSO) of Scottish Government, we work to ensure that NHS
Scotland provides the best environment to support clinical
research. www.nrs.org.uk / @NHSResearchScot /
Nordic Pharma Ltd
Stand number 13
The Nordic Group is a privately-owned, fast-growing,
fully-integrated, pan-European group of pharmaceutical
companies with a strong emphasis on quality products and
services catering to the special needs of each client and patient.
The Nordic Group originated in 1995 with the first Nordic
organisation in Scandinavia. Today Nordic focuses on two
specialised segments of the pharmaceutical market: Marketing
and sales of speciality pharmaceuticals; Specialised
pharmaceutical services focussed on product development,
manufacturing, supply logistics and regulatory activities.
Novartis Pharmaceuticals UK Limited
Stand number 51
• Rheumatology 2016 silver sponsor •
Novartis Pharmaceuticals UK Limited, is a pharmaceutical
company which discovers and develops innovative treatments
to cure and prevent disease. Novartis conducts research into
many different disease areas, including Rheumatology. Building
on its heritage as an innovator in healthcare solutions, Novartis
Specialty Rheumatology is developing science-driven therapies
to redefine treatment paradigms and transform patient care.
Oxford University Press
Stand number 47
Oxford University Press is a leading publisher in rheumatology
journals, books and online products and our worldwide
publishing furthers the University’s objectives of excellence in
scholarship, research, and education. Visit our stand today to
pick up a sample copy of Rheumatology, the official journal of
the British Society for Rheumatology, and browse our collection
of books, available to buy with an exclusive 20% conference
discount.
Pfizer
Stand number 26 & 14
• Rheumatology 2016 platinum sponsor •
Pfizer: Working together for Britain’s national health. We are
Pfizer, one of the world’s premier innovative biopharmaceutical
companies, discovering, developing and providing over 100
different medicines, vaccines and consumer healthcare
products that help save and transform the lives of millions
of people in the UK and around the world every year.
http://www.pfizer.co.uk/
Rheumatosphere
Stand number 48
We promote public awareness and understanding of the
rheumatic diseases and arthritis. To date, a wide variety of
interactive projects including ultrasound and art activities have
been developed to facilitate this. A sustainable partnership with
the Glasgow Science Centre has been established, encouraging
school children to study STEM subjects.
Roche Products Ltd and Chugai Pharma UK Ltd
Stand number 27, 32 & 33
• Rheumatology 2016 platinum sponsor •
As a supplier of innovative products and services for the early
detection, prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases,
Roche contributes on a broad range of fronts to improving
people’s health and QOL. Chugai’s mission is to dedicate itself
to adding exceptional value through the creation of innovative
medical products and services for the benefit of the medical
community and human health.
page 105 | www.rheumatology2016.org.uk
Sandoz
Stand number 52
Sandoz, a Novartis company, is committed to increasing patient
access to high-quality generics and biosimilars. Sandoz currently
markets three biosimilars in Europe, each of which is the market
leader for a biosimilar in its respective category. The Sandoz
pipeline includes several biosimilars in various stages of
development.
Sanofi
Stand number 46
Sanofi and Regeneron are committed to providing resources to
better understand and research Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Scope Ophthalmics
Stand number 24
Scope Ophthalmics (www.scopeophthalmics.com) is an
innovative and fast-growing eye care company offering dry
eye and blepharitis products in the UK and Ireland. All of its
products have had long-term success with patients worldwide.
The company maintains a major focus on training, customer
service, innovation and relationships with key opinion leaders.
Sobi
Stand number 12
Sobi is a leading integrated biopharmaceutical company
dedicated to bringing innovative therapies and services to
improve the lives of rare disease patients and their families.
UCB
Stand number 41
UCB: Inspired by Patients. Driven by Science UCB, Brussels,
Belgium (www.ucbpharma.co.uk) is a global biopharmaceutical
company focused on the discovery and development of
innovative medicines and solutions to transform the lives of
people living with severe diseases of the immune system or
of the central nervous system. With more than 8500 people in
approximately 40 countries, the company generated revenue
of € 3.3 billion in 2014. UCB is listed on Euronext Brussels
(symbol: UCB).
Vasculitis UK
Stand number 29
Vasculitis UK is the Uk’s largest vasculitis patient support charity,
offering information, advice and advocacy, covering all aspects
of vasculitic disease, for those suffering from all types of
systemic vasculitis. The charity works closely with medical
and healthcare professionals to improve knowledge and
understanding of vasculitis with a view to improving awareness,
recognition, diagnosis and treatment. The charity also supports
and funds vasculitis research.
Wisepress Medical Bookshop
Stand number 30
Wisepress.com, Europe’s leading conference bookseller, has a
range of books and journals relevant to the themes of the
meeting. In addition to attending nearly 200 conferences per
year, Wisepress has a comprehensive medical and scientific
bookshop online with great offers.
Exhibition 2016 | page 106
Charity village exhibitors
AKU Society
Stand number 2
The AKU Society is a patient organisation for a rare genetic
disease. Alkaptonuria, also known as AKU or black bone disease,
causes severe early-onset osteoarthritis, cardiovascular
problems, kidney and prostate stones, as well as black spots
in the eyes and ears. Diagnosis is confirmed by a blood test,
screening for homogentisic acid. The AKU Society support
patients through access to the National Alkaptonuria Centre at
the Royal Liverpool University Hospital and the DevelopAKUre
clinical trials, testing a new treatment, called nitisinone.
Arthritis Action
Stand number 8
Arthritis Action’s vision is for people to live active lives, free
from arthritis pain. Our aim is to empower people with arthritis
to take control of their lives, manage their condition and reduce
their need for medical intervention. Arthritis Action is the only
UK charity giving hands on help to combat arthritis pain through
self management and lifestyle.
Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Alliance
Stand number 11
ARMA provides a collective voice for the arthritis and
musculoskeletal (MSK) community in the UK. Together with
our 40 member organisations, we work collectively and
collaboratively to make musculoskeletal disorders a priority
in policy and practice in the UK.
Arthritis Care
Stand number 9
If you have arthritis we understand how it can affect you and
your life. Whether you’ve been recently diagnosed or living with
it for some while, Arthritis Care is here with information and
support. With branches and groups throughout the UK, a
helpline and an online community we’re here for you. To find
out more go to arthritiscare.org.uk
British Sjögren’s Syndrome Association
Stand number 7
The BSSA was founded in 1986, as a registered charity, to raise
awareness of the disease and support research into its cause
and treatment. A self-help organisation with more than 2300
members.
BSPAR Parent Group
Stand number 6
The BSPAR parent group is a group of enthusiastic parents from
around most the UK who have experience of paediatric rheuma-
tology through our children, the majority of whom suffer with
JIA. The group is part of BSPAR (British Society for Paediatric
and Adolescent Rheumatology) - a specialist society linked to
the RCPCH (Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health) and
the British Society for Rheumatology. Our purpose is to repre-
sent views and experiences within these organisations and else-
where in order to inform and influence decisions.
Fibromyalgia Action UK
Stand number 14
Fibromyalgia Action UK is a registered charity run primarily
by unpaid volunteers. The majority of volunteers are also
fibromyalgia sufferers who work extremely hard, despite their
condition, in order to forward the cause of fibromyalgia. FMA
UK was established in order to provide information and support
to sufferers and their families. In addition, the Charity provides
medical information for professionals and operates a national
helpline.
Hypermobility Syndromes Association
Stand number 15
The HMSA is an UK based charity supporting both patients and
professionals, in education and raising awareness of heritable
disorders of connective tissue or hypermobility syndromes.
These conditions include acquired and biomechanical joint
hypermobility syndrome, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (all
subtypes), Marfan, Stickler, OI and PXE. We run
self-management programmes and provide information.
LUPUS UK
Stand number 5
LUPUS UK is the only national charity for people with lupus
offering support through our voluntary network of over 20
Regional Groups. Our priorities are to increase lupus awareness
with the public and the medical profession, provide support
to our members, and raise funds towards research and Lupus
Nurses. Tel: 01708 731251 (24 hour answerphone) website
www.lupusuk.org.uk
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National Osteoporosis Society
Stand number 1
The National Osteoporosis Society is the only UK-wide charity
dedicated to improving the diagnosis, prevention and treatment
of osteoporosis. Our vision is a future without fragility fractures.
To achieve this our mission is to work together for a brighter
future for people with or at risk of osteoporosis across the UK,
putting an end to preventable broken bones and helping people
to live without pain and disability.
National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS)
Stand number 12
National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS) NRAS provides
support, information and advocacy for people with RA and JIA,
their families, friends and carers. We are also a resource for
health professionals with an interest in rheumatology and work
closely with rheumatology teams across the UK. Our services
include a helpline, peer to peer telephone support, NRAS local
groups, membership, campaigning, free information and
publications including Information Standard accredited
publications. www.nras.org.uk
Polymyalgia+GCA
Stand number 4
Polymyalgia+GCA is the new brand identity of PMRGCAuk, the
national charity dedicated to Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant
Cell Arteritis. We provide information and support, raise
awareness both medically and among the public, and promote
research into these conditions.
Scleroderma & Raynaud’s UK (SRUK)
Stand number 10
Scleroderma and Raynaud’s UK is the only charity dedicated to
improving the lives of people affected by Scleroderma and
Raynaud’s. We exist to improve awareness and understanding
of these conditions, to support those affected, and ultimately
to find a cure.
The Lauren Currie Twilight Foundation
Stand number 3
The Lauren Currie Twilight Foundation is a leading UK charity
established in 2010 to support anyone affected by vasculitis.
Our charity funds leading vasculitis research and clinical trials,
public awareness campaigns and patient support services
including respite holiday facilities, guidance factsheets and
videos, diet and anxiety publications and national patient
support groups. www.thelaurencurrietwilightfoundation
Patient Helpline: 0845 600 5855
The National Ankylosing Spondylitis Society
Stand number 13
The National Ankylosing Spondylitis Society (NASS) provides
support, information and advice for patients and their families.
NASS works to raise awareness of AS and provides a helpline,
website and publications. NASS runs a branch network of 90
branches throughout the UK offering regular supervised
physiotherapy sessions.
Exhibition 2016 | page 108
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One of the oldest books in the Heberden Library, this slim volume is an anonymous collection of German verse concerning gout. The title translates as ‘Gout answers before the judge’. Gout was knownhistorically by the Latin name podagra.
Come and see us at the membershipstandThe Heberden Library is a fabulous memberresource featuring a collection of books thatbelong to the British Society for Rheumatology.
The Library is housed at the Royal Collegeof Physicians, and contains books publishedbefore 1983. The books published from 1983onwards, from the time of the formation ofthe British Society for Rheumatology, arehoused at our offices in Bride House.
As well as the collections at the Royal College of Physicians and the British Society forRheumatology, additional non-book archivesare currently housed at the Wellcome Library.
So why not come to Bride House to visit thearchive or contact us to arrange a visit to thearchive at the Royal College of Physicians.
Contact [email protected] to find out more or visithttp://www.rheumatology.org.uk/education/heberden_library.aspx
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