An arthritis study has recently been published, comparing the prevalence and risk factors for arthritis and AAL (arthritis-attributable activity limitations) in Canada and the US. The study suggests obesity and physical inactivity may be the reason for higher arthritis and AAL diagnoses in the US.

Read more about the study.

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Researchers at the University of New Brunswick are looking for youth to participate in a study about self-esteem in adolescents with chronic illness. Youth in grades 9-12 who have been diagnosed with asthma, arthritis or diabetes are eligible to participate! Participants will have a chance to win 1 of 10 $20 VISA Gift Cards! Participation involves completing an anonymous, online survey that takes approximately 45-60 minutes. Questions are related to youth’s experience with their illness, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, autonomy, and perceptions of parent and peer relationships. Parents are required to consent to participation.

To read more information about this study and/or to participate, please use the following link, or contact the primary researcher Marcie Balch at marcie.balch@unb.ca or her Supervisor, Dr. Diane LaChapelle at dlachape@unb.ca.

Youths Grade 9-12

This project is on file with the University of New Brunswick Research Ethics Board (REB file # 2009-140).