Nouvelles de l'ArLAR

Congratulations to Professor Dr. Ziad Shafiq Al-Rawi on his appointment as Honorary President of ArLAR27, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to rheumatology in the Arab region.

🤝 Working together today for a successful ArLAR27 in Baghdad. Every step of preparation brings us closer to an exceptional congress.

Congratulations to the editors and all contributing authors on this remarkable achievement. This landmark publication reflects the expertise, collaboration, and dedication of the Arab rheumatology community.

Join us in Baghdad, Iraq for ArLAR27—where the Arab rheumatology community will come together to advance science, collaboration, and innovation. 🗓 24–27 March 2027 📍 Baghdad, Iraq 🇮🇶 Stay tuned for exciting announcements in the lead-up to ArLAR27.

Join the upcoming ArLAR College webinar, ArLAR PulmoRheum Alliance: ILD and Pulmonary Vascular Disease, featuring expert discussions on connective tissue disease-associated interstitial lung disease (CTD-ILD), pulmonary vascular disease, and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care. 🗓 Tuesday, 14 July 2026 🕗 8:00 PM (GMT+3) Don't miss this educational session bringing together leading experts from across the Arab region. 🔗 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar

Meeting of the Arab League of Associations for Rheumatology (ArLAR) during the European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology (EULAR) Congress London, June 4, 2026

The Arab League of Associations for Rheumatology (ArLAR) wishes you and your loved ones a joyful and blessed Eid filled with peace, happiness, and prosperity. 🤍🐑

The ArLAR Women’s Health in Rheumatology Group invites you to attend the upcoming webinar: Gender Differences in Spondyloarthritis: Clinical Implications for Women’s Health 🗓 Tuesday, 19 May 2026 🕗 8:00 PM (GMT+3) This session will highlight important clinical insights on gender differences in spondyloarthritis and their implications for women’s health in rheumatology practice. 🔗 Join here:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86928324557

ArLAR College invites you to attend the upcoming webinar: Latest Advances in CTD-ILD: Guidelines, Gaps and Future Directions 🗓 Friday, 24 April 2026 🕗 8:00 PM (GMT+3) This session will cover the latest guidelines, highlight current gaps, and explore future directions in the management of CTD-ILD. 🔗 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RA2Mk8wcTMatxT9LOLrbgg#/registration

The ArLAR College ARCH webinar “Authorship Criteria in Research: Who Qualifies as an Author?” has been postponed . 📅 New Date: June 10, 2026 🕖 Time: 7:00 PM (GMT+3) This session will explore the key principles of authorship and highlight best practices to ensure proper recognition in research publications. 🔗 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cPjUY7IlRX2mc82-cC4yqA#/registration

May this Eid bring you happiness, peace, and countless blessings.

Dive into the latest updates and developments in Arab rheumatology by exploring our newly released 5th e-bulletin issue.

An important scientific event in Iraq in the field of spine: the International Iraq Spine Congress With broad participation from local spine associations, including the Iraqi League for Bone and Joint Health, the Iraqi Society of Orthopedic Surgery, and the Iraqi Society of Radiology and Medical Imaging. Also participating are regional associations such as the Arab League of Associations for Rheumatology, the Arab Spine Society, the Middle East and North Africa Spine Conferen

✨ ArLAR27 is heading to Baghdad, Iraq 🇮🇶 | 🗓️ March 24–27, 2027. Bringing the Arab rheumatology community together. #ArLAR27 #SaveTheDate #Rheumatology #Baghdad2027 #ArabRheumatology #MedicalCongress #ArLAR

The Young Rheumatologists Group (YRG) is pleased to present Case Challenge 2 , featuring a case designed to test clinical reasoning and diagnostic skills in rheumatology. This case invites participants to carefully review the clinical presentation and analyze the X-ray findings , then determine the most likely diagnosis . It is an excellent learning opportunity for trainees and early-career rheumatologists interested in pediatric and metabolic bone disorders. 🔗 Access the c

What do YOU actually know about the ASAS-EULAR recommendations for management of axSpA? How important and to what extend are the recommendations implemented in your clinical practice? Help us to find out what these recommendations mean to you by joining our survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QSWZM6G It will take you 5-10 minutes. We look forward to your answer! This project is endorsed by the ARCH.

Meet the Arab Women Health in Rheumatology Group, advancing evidence-based and culturally relevant support for fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum care across the Arab region.

Wishing you a year filled with health, success, and new opportunities. May it bring growth, collaboration, and continued progress for all.

The latest edition of the ArLAR Research Group (ARCH) Newsletter is now available, featuring recent updates, activities, and research highlights. 🔗 Read Issue #3: https://www.arabrheumatology.org/_files/ugd/bba2f0_bd00cefc9dbb4de29466372d7fc34361.pdf

During the ILBJH Conference , ArLAR actively engaged with Iraqi pharmaceutical companies to share future plans and explore opportunities for collaboration. The meetings also marked the start of official preparations for the ArLAR27 Congress , reinforcing ArLAR’s commitment to regional cooperation and long-term strategic planning. Together, we move forward.