The federal government is offering a first of its kind Registered Disability Savings Plan to assist families in planning for long-term financial security. In-depth information about the RDSP is available at 1-800-O-Canada or on-line at Human Resources and Skills Development Canada. The deadline for contributing to the RDSP for 2008 is March 2, 2009.

Research presentations at the Segal North American Osteoarthritis Workshop included a new tool for measuring pain and the link between biology and psychology in reducing pain.