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Deborah Alsina (She/Her)
@deborahalsina.bsky.social
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Proud CEO of Arthritis UK working for a future free from arthritis through research, services, campaigns.
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I was delighted to join Steve Brine on his Prevention Podcast to talk about the importance of movement & physical activity for us all but esp. for people with long term conditions (LTCs) this week.
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73. Budget health speculation and long term conditions
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November 8, 2025 at 8:44 AM
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Driven by Experience, Powered by Change: A blog by me about why we are excited and ready to be #ArthritisUK

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Driven by Experience, Powered by Change: Welcome to Arthritis UK
Every day, around 1,200 people in the UK are diagnosed with arthritis. Many more go undiagnosed. In total, over 10 million people - 1 in 6 of us - live with this condition in the UK. Yet arthritis rem...
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October 15, 2025 at 6:39 PM
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Yes we have changed our name to Arthritis UK but our mission remains unwavering. #ArthritisUK
October 15, 2025 at 6:23 AM
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Versus Arthritis has changed its name to Arthritis UK and refreshed its image after a consultation found its previous name was “not easily understood and was a barrier to engagement”, according to its chief executive Debrorah Alsina.

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Major health charity ditches ‘barrier to engagement’ name after seven years
Versus Arthritis has changed its name to Arthritis UK and refreshed its image after a consultation found its previous name was “not easily understood and was a barrier to engagement”.
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October 14, 2025 at 9:59 AM
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jennywithra.bsky.social
2️⃣ Versus Arthritis - Full body stretching: Morning routine (for arthritis and joint pain)

This one is super low impact as you hold a certain stretch for about 5 seconds and do several reps. It doesn't feel like much at first, but it goes through each joint.

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Full body stretching: Morning routine (for arthritis and joint pain)
YouTube video by Versus Arthritis
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August 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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flippinpain.bsky.social
Announcing: Pain Education for the Nation! ✨

This Oct, we’ll be hosting our biggest livestream yet! Enjoy our trademark talk & interviews with those who know what it’s like to live with pain. 🧠

🗓️ 15 October, 5:30pm
🎟️ Book now: https://www.flippinpain.co.uk/event/pain-education-for-the-nation/
An advert for a livestream called 'Pain education for the nation'. The poster says: 'support for everyone affected by pain. Join our livestream with Professor Cormac Ryan and our lived experience panel: Louise, Sashira, Mahin, Kai and Niki.' Wednesday 15 October 2025, 5:30pm to 7:30pm (BST). Online, all welcome! There are photographs of the people involved, as well as logos for Flippin' Pain, We Are Undefeatable, Active Partnerships, NHS Scotland, Versus Arthritis, The British Pain Society and Cora Health.
September 1, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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Professor James Galloway from our School of Immunology & Microbial Sciences @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social has been announced as the new Versus Arthritis Endowed Chair. Read more: www.kcl.ac.uk/news/profess...
Photo of Professor James Galloway with quote: "When I was offered the position of Versus Arthritis Endowed Chair, I felt enormously privileged. I will use this position to advance both research and clinical practice, and I very much look forward to being an ambassador for Versus Arthritis and working even more closely with them in the future."
July 29, 2025 at 8:34 AM
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Post race reception. Always moving and joyful. I love meeting our @versusarthritis team and their family&friends. Lots more to arrive at this point but still a super buzz.
April 27, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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Such a wonderful atmosphere at the @londonmarathon.bsky.social
April 27, 2025 at 3:13 PM
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Go Team @VersusArthritis nearly there at mile 25!

We've already seen a few of our 116 runners. 👏

#londonmarathon2025
April 27, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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Im off to Manchester after cheering on Team @VersusArthritis at the London Marathon for a day & half of #BSR25. If you are there too, do say 👋 @versusarthritis.bsky.social has a stand as normal so I will be around there from time to time.
April 26, 2025 at 6:41 PM
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Good luck to everyone running the #@LondonMarathon tomorrow especially our brilliant Team #VersusArthritis. We will be cheering you on & I hope to meet you at the post race reception too. Thank you for your support.
April 26, 2025 at 9:20 AM
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versusarthritis.bsky.social
The devastating disability benefit cuts we feared have been confirmed in today's #SpringStatement. The Government have decided to balance the books on the backs of some of the most vulnerable in society. Read our full statement: versusarthritis.org/news/2025/ma... @deborahalsina.bsky.social
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March 26, 2025 at 4:51 PM
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Prof. Michael Beresford explains how inflammation is a driving force of many inflammatory autoimmune conditions such Juvenile Idiopathic arthritis & the huge impact it can have on young people's lives.

Supporting research to help change this remains a priority for us @versusarthritis.bsky.social.
March 22, 2025 at 10:35 AM
deborahalsina.bsky.social
So pleased to be in Liverpool today for a showcase event at the Experimental Arthritis treatment centre for children at @alderhey.nhs.uk. Here's Director Michael Beresford starting the day.

@versusarthritis.bsky.social has funded the centre since 2014.
March 22, 2025 at 10:28 AM
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Well said @mindcharity.bsky.social 👍
mind.org.uk Mind @mind.org.uk · Mar 17
Where's the evidence that mental health is being "overdiagnosed"?
Dear UK government, Let's be clear: our mental health is getting worse, and cutting benefits won’t help. You claim mental health is being “overdiagnosed”, but where’s the evidence? The reality is that our environment affects our wellbeing - pandemics, the cost of living crisis, political unrest and ongoing concerns around climate change are all taking their toll. But when people seek help, they face months, or even years, of waiting. Rhetoric like this is dangerous. It reinforces stigma and stops people getting support. If you’re serious about change, listen to those affected. We can turn this crisis around - but only if the government works with us, not against us. We look forward to hearing from you, Mind
March 18, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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New @healthfoundation.bsky.social report on health and work published this week. We @VersusArthritis were pleased to contribute
versusarthritis.bsky.social versusarthritis.bsky.social @versusarthritis.bsky.social · Mar 10
Too many people leave work due to ill health with little support to stay employed. In fact, 8.2 million working-age people report having a long-term health condition that limits their ability to work, according to the Action for Healthier Working Lives report.
March 13, 2025 at 8:38 PM
deborahalsina.bsky.social
We've some cracking jobs being advertised currently at @versusarthritis.bsky.social including two EAs, a senior insights analyst, researcher, MSK core skills Education Officer, Health Information Editor.. .. Check them out here!

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Work for us
Join us and use your skills, knowledge and passion to help defy arthritis.
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March 13, 2025 at 8:37 PM
deborahalsina.bsky.social
Delighted to be at #ActiveUprising today to consider the relationship between health and growth.
March 6, 2025 at 10:09 AM
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versusarthritis.bsky.social
Living with #arthritis isn't just a physical journey - it's an emotional one too. Feelings of isolation, sadness, or the weight of #fatigue and #pain might feel all too familiar. Check out these tips to help prioritise your mental well-being: bit.ly/46usAPt
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January 28, 2025 at 8:50 AM
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Utterly horrified by the scenes from the White House today and the treatment of President Zelensky.

I stand with Ukraine 💙💛💙💛
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February 28, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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The removal of the dementia diagnosis target in planning guidance is very short sighted given the promising treatments for early dementia on the horizon. This is a campaign I will definitely be supporting
@alzheimerssoc.bsky.social

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Labour slammed for removing key NHS dementia target in ‘glaring omission’
Furious campaigners said Wes Streeting's decision was an alarming 'backwards step'.
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January 30, 2025 at 7:11 PM
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There are snowdrops in my garden.... the weather might be rubbish but that makes me happy. Spring is definitely on its way 😁

#HappyWednesday #justsaying
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January 29, 2025 at 9:07 AM
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Love this. Thrilled for @mencap.bsky.social.

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Charity receives mass donations inspired by Traitors favourite
Former British diplomatic Alexander Dragonetti opened up about his late brother, who had global developmental delay
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January 29, 2025 at 9:03 AM
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Have a read of @chrisham.bsky.social's latest post on our blog, #NHS Voices 👇
chrisham.bsky.social Chris Ham @chrisham.bsky.social · Jan 23
it's time to engage people and communities in improving health and using services wisely. Just expanding the supply of care is not a sustainable solution. Wanless in 2002 argued for a fully engaged population which has not been achieved www.nhsconfed.org/articles/mod...
Moderating demand for NHS care needs much more attention
It’s time to revisit the Wanless report and fully engage the public to improve health and reduce demand for services, writes Professor Sir Chris Ham.
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January 23, 2025 at 5:22 PM