The report, developed by The Work Foundation, said that affected employees should be adequately supported by the government, employers and doctors so that they can return to work as soon as possible.
Says Sandra Kirby, CEO Arthritis New Zealand. "We all have a role to play - Government, healthcare providers and employers - in supporting workers and ensuring they are effectively equipped to manage their condition, perform their work duties and live well. For people with arthritis there are also adjustments - we know people want to work - making it happen is the shared challenge."
Source: Medindia