Blue Illusion Fashion Parade
A heartfelt thank you to Blue Illusion for organising such a wonderful fashion parade for Arthritis & Osteoporosis NT. Our models looked great! This event raised over $600 for AONT. A big thank you to our models and to Blue Illusion!
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Acknowledgements
AONT would like to extend an enormous thank you to all those who supported us during Arthritis Awareness Week. Special thanks must go to Blue Illusion, Daniel Archer and NT Thunder, Matt Argus of TIO Stadium, Daniel Rix and Movement for Life Physiotherapy, BodyFit NT, TimeOut Fitness, Fitness Unlimited and the YMCA Palmerston. We would also like to say thank you to all our members and volunteers!
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New Borrowing Service for Members
With thanks to a generous donation from Australian Ethical Investment & Superannuation, AONT is now about to offer a Rural and Remote Delivery Service for members who wish to borrow from our library but cannot vistit our office in person due to location or mobility issues. We would like to say a big THANK YOU to Australian Ethical for their generous donation which has made this service possible!
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Donate Today
Your donation will help make a difference! Arthritis & Osteoporosis NT is a non-profit, community organisation striving to make a difference in the lives of those who suffer from arthritis, osteoporosis and other musculoskeletal conditions. We rely on our volunteers and welcome donations to help us continue the vital support, education and management information and material we provide.
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Arthritis & Osteoporosis NT
Shop 18, Rapid Creek Business Village8348 5232 Monday - Thursday, 9.30am - 2.00pm Important Dates: 10th May - World Lupus Day 12th May - Fibromyalgia Day 14th - 20th May - National Volunteer Week
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Arthritis & Osteoporosis NT is a non-profit organisation located in Darwin, Northern Territory.
The number of people with arthritis in the Northern Territory is set to increase by 140% from 2007 to 2050. This projected increase of arthritis is more rapid for the Northern Territory than for any other State/Territory in Australia.
Run chiefly by volunteers, AONT plays a vital role in the lives of those affected by arthritis, osteoporosis and other musculoskeletal conditions by providing support, educational services and management information in the NT.
The information on this website is not intended to replace the medical advice of your doctor or health care provider. Arthritis & Osteoporosis NT recommends that you consult your doctor about specific medical conditions.
10 Steps for Living Well with Arthritis |
At Home with Arthritis |
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Ten Steps for Living Well with Arthritis includes information on:
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At Home with Arthritis includes information on:
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Taking control of your Rheumatoid Arthritis |
Living Life with Healthy Bones |
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Taking control of your Rheumatoid Arthritis will help you understand how Rheumatoid Arthritis develops and how to deal with it.
There is also information and practical advice to help you in your discussions with your doctor and health professional. |
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Living Life with Healthy Bones is a DVD, produced by Osteoporosis Australia, that explains how to maintain healthy bones.
In particular, the DVD covers the importance of:
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Arthritis or some other form of musculo-skeletal disease is experienced on a long-term basis by more than 4,500,000 Australians
