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Vasculitis: impact of Covid

In News by John Geddes

New research has found that people with rare autoimmune rheumatic diseases (including vasculitis) are at an increased risk of contracting COVID-19 and of COVID-19-related death. The findings demonstrate the urgent …

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‘Freedom Day’ message from VUK

In News by John Geddes

Susan Mills and VUK member Jane Edwards have secured high-profile coverage for VUK’s message that ‘Freedom Day’ poses serious challenges for those whose medical condition may preclude vaccination, or make …

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Freedom Day – for some!

In News by John Geddes

With just over a week to go before the so called ‘Freedom Day’ in England, a coalition of 16 health charities, including Vasculitis UK, are calling on the Government to …

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Survey – Wales Only

In News by John Geddes

RAIRDA have launched a new survey that aims to gather the views and experiences of people living in Wales with rare autoimmune rheumatic diseases (RAIRDs). This will support their submission …

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Call for Employer Support …

In News by John Geddes

… for those who may have get protection from vaccines. A coalition of charities, including Vasculitis U.K. has written an open letter to employers, calling for them to put protective …

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Webinar with Prof Chris Whitty

In News by John Geddes

RSM Covid Webinar – Interview with Prof Chris Whitty During Lockdown, the Royal Society of Medicine has been holding a series of regular online webinars for members and guests, under …