About us Areas we support Arthritis and Inflammatory Diseases Charity The Arthritis and Inflammatory Diseases Charity supports the rheumatology and arthritis services at Leeds Teaching Hospitals They plan to focus on building research capacity including developing future leaders, ensuring the availability of bridging funding, and securing large external grants. This contributes to their ‘Prevent Arthritis Strategy’. Make a donation today Read more: Supporting Research into Immune Diseases - Webinar The service has an international reputation for the investigation and management of rheumatic diseases. As a centre of excellence, Leeds is at the forefront of world-leading research, including studies which have shown that patients with conditions like rheumatoid arthritis can be identified via immune abnormalities several years before diagnosis, because of protein found in their blood. Most recently, the charity has engaged in research into the association between gum health (periodontal disease) and rheumatoid arthritis. In response, Professor Paul Emery and the team at Chapel Allerton Hospital have developed a referral network of 500 people who are at risk of developing arthritis, which will give them quicker access to treatment if required. Patients will trial drug therapies and non-invasive conservative treatments such as dental hygiene, smoking cessation and dietary manipulation to help reduce their risk of developing the condition. The EXIST clinical trial The charity is currently in the early stages of the first rheumatoid arthritis prevention trial in Leeds. The charity has provided funds to appoint key personnel to enable trial delivery. "The funding from Leeds Hospitals Charity has been a real stepping-stone for us, it has allowed us to shift our focus from early diagnosis of conditions like rheumatoid arthritis to exploring preventative measures." Kulveer Mankia, Clinical Associate Professor and Honorary Consultant Rheumatologist Frequently Asked Questions Main article: Leeds Hospitals Charity: Frequently Asked Questions What is a linked charity? Arthritis and Inflammatory Diseases Charity is a linked charity of Leeds Hospitals Charity. These charities share the same charity number and trustees. They are connected because of the service they provide to Leeds Teaching Hospitals. Read more: Our Linked Charities Can I donate in cash? The best way to pay in any cash to us is by visiting our office at Trust HQ, St James’s University Hospital, Beckett Street, LS9 7TF. Please note that if you would like to make your donation in person, we need to know in advance - please email [email protected] or call 0113 539 7020 to arrange a visit. PLEASE DO NOT SEND CASH IN THE POST.Read more: Donate by Cheque or Cash How can I get involved and fundraise? There are lots of ways to support Arthritis and Inflammatory Diseases Charity. You can donate directly to the charity, fundraise through an event or sponsored activity, join our charity lottery or give your time through volunteering! You can also think about leaving a gift to the charity in your will. Read more: Get involved Manage Cookie Preferences