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14th.June.2007	Notice: World Arthritis Day 2007 Notice of an information event to be held at Southmead Hospital on Monday 15th.October.2007 to disseminate some hopefully helpful information for arthritis sufferers of all kinds.
6th.June.2007	AGM Minutes - June 2007 The AGM minutes from the meeting of 6th.June.2007
18th.Nov.2006	Fergus Rogers - R.I.P. It is with great sadness that I must today let you know that Fergus Rogers passed away peacefully yesterday. Many of you will be aware through the NASS journal that Fergus had been diagnosed with "something nasty" (as it was described in the latest journal) - it was in fact pancreatic cancer, diagnosed days after the 30th anniversary symposium, and he commenced very aggressive treatment that week. I spoke with him last month where he was not too well and the treatment had not gone quite to plan; he was hoping to be at the AGM which is being held today in London. Fergus was totally dedicated - to the point of passionate - to the cause and support of AS. It was in his blood in every sense, and he has been director of the society for the past 25 years during which time he has changed it beyond all recognition (membership is now over 5000 within the UK) and was the inspiration behind the foundation of ASIF, the international federation, which he chaired until very recently, in addition to being involved on the anti-TNF consultative committee for seeking NICE approval in AS. There is a whole list of other committees and associations that Fergus has been involved with to represent NASS and AS patient interests internationally. Fergus will be a hard act to follow, though I am sure we would all like to take this opportunity to wish Jane Skerrett a very warm welcome as the new director of NASS. A fund in memory of Fergus has been set up - donations can be made via NASS.   -- Phil Street, Secretary
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21st.May.2003	Gym Sessions Resumed - Hydro Still Suspended The weekly exercise sessions are now partially resumed: gym sessions have restarted (as of Wednesday 21st.May), but the hydro pool is still undergoing maintenance so hydro sessions are still suspended. The security situation is still problematic. More details here.
11th.May.2003	Exercise Sessions Temporarily Suspended ! Our weekly exercise sessions have had to be suspended due to the deteriorating security situation on Southmead Hospital campus. Here is the full announcement and latest news - any improvement in the situation will be posted here.
19th.April.2003	Branch AGM The Branch AGM will be held on Wednesday 4th.June in the Rheumatology Gym at the AOC, starting at 7:00pm. More details here.
28th.February.2003	The skittles night that we have just held raised £177.27. Fortunately the Beehive did not charge us for the use of the skittle alley and so we only had to pay for the buffet which was just over £58.00 - which still leaves us with enough to purchase a couple of new gym mats and balls. The evening raised a few laughs and surprises, with Pauline winning the first game and then Dave Jeffery winning the cash prize when pitting his wits against Brian Strickland in a game to the death of killer, they were the last two from 20+ at the start. Fred must surely be the winner of the raffle - he had most of the prizes (and most tickets purchased), and it seemed that his numbers were being pulled out every other time. All those who attended walked away with at least one prize thanks to the VERY suspect picking courtesy of Steve (makes the U.S. elections look innocent). We would like to hear from anyone who has any ideas for events to raise funds for the group all ideas are very welcome anything from quiz night to a treasure hunt or the casino nights (Dave wants a Banzai night). Let me know so that we can canvass all the members. Finally than you to those who attended and helped make the evening a success, it makes the effort feel worthwhile.
12th.February.2003	There will be no hydrotherapy sessions next week (19-02-03) due to routine maintenance and cleaning etc. - the gym session will be as normal. Things should be back to normal the following week
7th.February.2003	A fund-raising (and fun-having of course) Skittles Night will be held on 27th.Feb at "The Beehive", Wellington Hill West - 7:00pm till closing. There will be a raffle, with prizes including a set of chef's knives c/w case worth over £250.00 a photographic portrait session wines & spirits Tickets £5 each available from Phil Street Lbipp (secretary).
5th.December.2002	Our NASS T-shirts are now ready - the colours and sizes are based on the most popular ordered and are as follows: Unisex crew neck style (ZT180) Black Large x 4, XL x 1, XXL x 1. Bright Royal (Navy) L x 2, XL x 2, XXL x 1. Classic Red L x 1. Bright Red (not too bright) XXL x 1. Sky Blue M x1, L x3, XL x2, XXL x1. For the ladies Specific "Bodyfit" (a more figure hugging style than std) crew neck style only. Stone S/M x 1 Black S/M x1 Dusty Blue S/M x1 (very similar to sky blue) All the shirts are screen printed with (front) North Bristol N.A.S.S. (back) They REALLY get my back up! along with our website address www.bristolnass.co.uk below. The cost per shirt is £7.50; cash or cheque is fine (cheques payable to "NASS Bristol North"). The above shirts are all that are left at present - we will not be ordering further quantities until all have been sold, and they are available on a first come first served basis, you can reserve them by e-mailing Phil .