Dear reader,
What a wonderful EULAR Congress it was. EULAR PARE had a strong presence throughout this flagship event, demonstrating the visibility, influence and value of the lived experience perspective. In this issue, we look back at some of the highlights, hear from one of our PARE reporters, and explore some of our other initiatives. As summer begins, I hope you can all enjoy a well-deserved break and some time to recharge before what will be a packed autumn agenda.
~ By Simon Stones, EULAR PARE Committee Chair
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| | Bringing the Patient Voice to EULAR TV
EULAR 2026 marked the first year that EULAR PARE representatives joined the EULAR TV reporters team, with Michael Pölzl and Wendy Wagenaar taking on this role. They interviewed speakers, hosted TV breakfast segments, and put a particular spotlight on PARE sessions. It was a great success, bringing real value both personally and to EULAR.
~ By Michael Pölzl, PARE Committee Member | | |
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Missed a EULAR 2026 Session? Catch Up On-Demand
The EULAR Congress is always a huge event, with countless presentations, meetings and activities happening at the same time making it impossible to attend everything. However, with an onsite registration ticket, you can access almost every session until the end of the year. Simply log in to myEULAR and explore the full Congress On-Demand content at your own pace. |
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~ By Fran Carreira, EULAR PARE Editorial Board Member | | |
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| | Why PARE Sessions Matter
During the Highlight Session at the end of the EULAR Congress in London, Sara Badreh Wirström (second from the right) summarised the PARE programme.
Supported by four fellow patient representatives who helped identify the key messages across the sessions, she shared the main takeaways with Congress delegates from across the rheumatology community.
Interested in learning more why PARE Sessions matter? Read the interview with Sara Badreh Wirström as she shares why they are so valuable. |
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~ By Tanita-Christina Wilhelmer, PARE Editorial Board Member |
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Voices Rising: Rheumatology News from Africa
What can Europe learn from the African RMD community? In this inspiring EULAR PARE podcast episode, patient advocates Franklin Hiagbe from Ghana and Maranda Van Dam from South Africa share powerful perspectives on innovation, inclusion, advocacy, and improving care for people living with RMDs. A conversation full of energy, ideas, and shared challenges.
~ By Jeanette Andersen, PARE Editorial Board Member |
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| | Achieve Your Dreams: EULAR Supports Ten World Arthritis Day Initiatives
12th of October is World Arthritis Day and it is acknowledged all around the world! To support national patient, scientific, and health professional member organisations, as well as scientific affiliate organisations, EULAR assigned EUR 50,000 to award ten activities featuring the 2026 WAD theme ‘Achieve your dreams’. A total of 22 applications were submitted and a EULAR jury selected the best concepts to receive a bursary.
It was wonderful to read the inspiring ideas from all over Europe and beyond to put the spotlight on RMDs this October. People with RMDs and health professionals will have the opportunity to share their dreams and ensure their voices are heard in a variety of ways.
More information about the selected activities will be shared in due course, so stay tuned!
~ By Nele Caeyers, EULAR 2026 WAD Jury Member | | |
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