On ‪International Women's Day‬, we share an inspirational story of our CEO and NRAS founder, Ailsa Bosworth.

In the story, Ailsa discusses her RA, the difficulties she faced, how it flared up after her daughter was born and the lack of treatment options available back then.

She also talks about her work ambitions and how she was determined to not let anyone with RA go through it alone, which led her to start the charity in 2001.

Ailsa was recently awarded with an MBE and is currently nominated for a Sue Ryder's Award for her remarkable contributions to the community.

We take this opportunity to salute Ailsa, and all the other women (and men) who battle through RA everyday.

Link to story: nras.org.uk/ailsa-s-story

[allanah]

Well done Ailsa and thank you

[cathie]

This is an amazing story. What a struggle Ailsa's had. I'm glad you have had some relief although it sounds as though as they say, 'the struggle continues'. Its great to know how you founded NRAS. what an inspiration.

Cathie

[Hidden]

Thank you from the bottom of my heart I don't know how I would get through each day without the help and contact from my friends on nras

[nomoreheels]

I think I've read this article before but nevertheless it does no harm to revisit it! What an inspiration, we have a lot to thank Ailsa for, not least the site which brings us all together. Thank you Ailsa & for all you do on our behalf.