Tuesday 20th August 2019
Recently, a poll was run online to understand what oral and dental complications of scleroderma impact those living with the condition the most. We’ve selected some questions from the poll to answer here.
Wednesday 14th August 2019
As a charity, our community of fundraisers are crucial to the work that we do. We are shining a spotlight on two fundraisers who are particularly passionate about the importance of early detection.
Friday 2nd August 2019
For patients with scleroderma, early detection is crucial. It can make a world of difference when fighting a disease as unpredictable as this one. In order to highlight the importance of early detection, we have collated anecdotes from our community members about their experiences with early detection, or lack thereof.
Tuesday 28th August 2018
Funding important research into medical conditions is a crucial way in which medical research charities improve people’s lives. When a condition is rare like scleroderma, then that research becomes even more vital.
Friday 24th August 2018
Slightly older ears may remember the days of ‘CREST’, the now outdated term for Scleroderma. But what did ‘CREST’ mean? Why was it used? And why was the term abandoned in mainstream medical practice?
Monday 20th August 2018
It’s been well established that women are more likely to be affected by Raynaud’s phenomenon than men but why? Let's look into the reasons behind this.
Friday 17th August 2018
SRUK will be working with Microsoft to develop wearable technology to further our research into the conditions.
Thursday 24th August 2017
A new blood test has been developed that it is hoped will be used to diagnose scleroderma in the future.
Tuesday 8th August 2017
The use of nailfold video capillaroscopy, a non-invasive imaging technique, can aid in the very early diagnosis of systemic sclerosis according to the results of a large study.
Tuesday 1st August 2017
Following the announcement that British Gas is to increase its electricity prices by 12.5% from 15th September, we thought it would be a good time to consider how best to keep warm for less this winter. According to the Energy Saving Trust, heating accounts for about 60% of people’s energy bills, so the sooner you get your house winter-ready, the better!
