University of Saskatchewan Arthritis Research/Survey

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researcher at the University of Saskatchewan studying people with arthritis.
I’m particularly interested in why people with arthritis are exercising or are
not exercising. You do not have to be exercising currently to take the survey,
and want to stress that all types of arthritis are welcome, including lupus, which is considered a type of arthritis. We look at all
types based on Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommendations that exercise
is beneficial regardless of type of disease. Still, we do understand that RA
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you need to have been told by a health care professional (like a doctor) that
you have arthritis, live in Canada or the United States, and you must be at
least 18 years of age. If this describes you then please follow this link to
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random draw for a chance to be selected to receive a $10 gift card to a national
coffee/sandwich shop!
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http://www.saskatoonhealthregion.ca/your_health/documents/LiveWell%20Docs/Documents/Posters/2CIHR_ArthritisRecruitmentFlyer_Nov15_2012.pdf

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We greatly appreciate your help with our research. Because of your generosity
in taking time to help us, can we learn and help future people with arthritis
feel better. I am happy to answer any
questions at the email address below.



Sincerely,

Miranda Cary

Project Coordinator

University of Saskatchewan

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