Franklin Hiagbe
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Rheumatoid Arthritis warrior and patient advocate. YALI Alumnus. Helping build the future of Africa.
Accra, Ghana
Joined August 2012
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✅ We have at least 15+ treatments usable in systemic #Lupus (and some of those approved in other indications in #Rheumatology - below in grey - can be used) but everybody agrees that we can do better. At #APLAR2025, I will focus on what we expect from NEW TREATMENTS in #SLE 👍
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Are you interested in becoming a Mastercard Foundation Scholar? Our new Institutions database makes it easier than ever to stay up-to-date on Program partners, application windows, and more. Watch to learn more and start your journey: https://t.co/oChUQIbegi
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Tsale... One of the failures of our country is not having enough green spaces, parks or recreational grounds for our children to utilise. It's such a disservice to our young ones, especially when we're constantly fighting their gadget addiction. In fact, we all need this!!!
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These are the pictures from the coconut stand we put up on Friday at the State Funeral for the 8 men we lost earlier this month. When we met as an association, we decided that instead of releasing a statement, we would reach out to the State to support the funeral. (1)
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Meet Dr. Samuel Dowling, a Pediatric Rheumatology fellow at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago. With support from ANRF, Dr. Dowling is using advanced genetic profiling to study immune cells from the
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Biography: Dr. Dowling is a Pediatric Rheumatology fellow at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago. He obtained his B.S. at...
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Thank you for your support during #JIA awareness month. Awareness creation is continuous, so please keep on spreading the word. #JuvenileIdiopathicArthritis
#JIAAwarenessMonth
#uveitis
#chronicillness
#chronicpain
#GRASP
#tRi
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Dear Fellow Citizens, I plead with you to show some restraint and decorum in these trying moments. Let us have respect for the families of the departed and stop spreading those unwholesome videos. I beg you all to show some empathy and humanity. These are very difficult
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Parents, you're not alone. #JIA is challenging but manageable. Early diagnosis and the right care can change your child's future. Stay informed. Stay hopeful. #JuvenileIdiopathicArthritis
#JIAAwarenessMonth
#uveitis
#chronicillness
#chronicpain
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Many children outgrow JIA with proper treatment. Treatment for others may last months or years, but regular monitoring is key to prevent relapse. #JuvenileIdiopathicArthritis
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Exercise is essential. It keeps joints moving well, strengthens muscles, reduces stiffness, and supports mental health. Work with your care team for safe options. #JuvenileIdiopathicArthritis
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JIA pain is generally managed with the use of medications, physiotherapy, coping strategies, and support from family and friends. #JuvenileIdiopathicArthritis
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Blood tests matter because some medications for #JIA need monitoring to check for side effects and ensure safety and effectiveness. It forms part of good care. #JuvenileIdiopathicArthritis
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Methotrexate is an immunosuppressant medication administered weekly as a tablet, liquid, or injection. It stops the immune system from acting on the joints. #JuvenileIdiopathicArthritis
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Prednisolone is taken orally daily for a few weeks. Helps control severe inflammation fast. Given sometimes via IV. Used under specialist supervision. #JuvenileIdiopathicArthritis
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Intra-articular steroid injections are injected directly into the joint. They quickly reduce inflammation and may need local or general anaesthesia. #JuvenileIdiopathicArthritis
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Ibuprofen is a common anti-inflammatory medication. Helps with minor flares. Improves pain and mobility. Taken 2 to 3 times daily with food. Talk to your doctor before use. #JIA #JIAAwarenessMonth #Medications
#uveitis #chronicillness #chronicpain #GRASP #tRi
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Treating #JIA includes medications for inflammation, steroid joint injections, exercise, physiotherapy, and pain management strategies. Goal: help kids live a full, active life. #JuvenileIdiopathicArthritis #JIAAwarenessMonth #uveitis
#chronicillness #chronicpain
#GRASP #tRi
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JIA risk may be higher if there's a family history of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriasis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, and Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Find out your family history. #JuvenileIdiopathicArthritis
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