Show Notes
In this episode, Dr Yvonne Codd talks to Brian Lynch about work and arthritis. They explore challenges and opportunities experienced by people with arthritis in the workplace, what supports and resources are available, disclosing your condition to your employer, your rights as an employee, as well as what we’ve learned from the pandemic about working from home.
Also in this episode, Andy Dunne talks to Peter Boyd about the role of exercise and physical activity in managing arthritis.
For further information visit www.arthritisireland.ie.
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