A free resource providing information aimed at teachers and covering how to support children with symptomatic hypermobility in UK schools, produced by TEDSUK in collaboration with the HMSA :) Read more
Our HMSA Hero, Keith Diaper recently had to reluctantly call off his last massive challenge for the summer due to shielding restrictions, but he bounces back fast and has instead converted the challenge, so if you can - by all means join in with his efforts - or if you're able, please donate to his fundraiser. Read more
Reliable and credible information on Coronavirus for people with hypermobility related health issues, a collation of solid advice from International, European and UK organisations dealing with associated conditions. Read more
A brief summary of membership types, including links to the various types of membership and information on how and where to make a donation to the HMSA. Read more
This volunteers week we heard from one of the current team, Zoe about her experience over the two years she's been working with our frontline enquiries team. Read more
Beautiful Video from Brogan Lawes, throwing light on the hidden daily struggle of living with EDS and symptomatic hypermobility, and the particular difficulties associated with having an invisible, and often unbelievable array of hidden symptoms and limitations. Read more
May's Local Group dates are in! Read more
HMSA member, Mehret Hope is offering a Sunday afternoon wellness workshop, secure your tickets by donation. :) Read more
The HMSA sadly note the passing of our former board member, medical advisor, contributor, colleague and friend, Professor Howard Bird. Read more
The HMSA recently received grants totaling £15550 to support our work! Read more
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It's THAT time of year again. The days are getting longer and warmer again, pandemic or not. Staying on top of heat-related symptoms from the outset is an important part of self-management. Jo, our in house Occupational Therapist recorded these tips last year and they're still good! Read more
We are aware of the BSR statement and have prepared a response detailing our position on the subject. Read more
This long awaited and eagerly anticipated paper has been published today on BMJ Open. Authors of this study are Joanne C Demmler, Mark D Atkinson, Emma J Reinhold, Ernest Choy, Ronan A Lyons, Sinead T Brophy. Read more
The new HMSA Charity website is launching on Monday the 16th September 2019! This new website is something that a lot of people have been working on in the background for quite some time now and it is much more user friendly than the old one. Here at the HMSA Charity we are absolutely bursting at the seams with excitement. Read more
Joint EDS UK and HMSA response to the British Society of Rheumatology Guidance for Management of Symptomatic Hypermobility in Children and Young People – A Guide for Professionals managing Children and Young People with this condition Read more