AS part of Arthritis Care Week, three committee members from the St Helens branch will be taking part in a sponsored slim.

Kathleen Eccleston, Bernie Murray and Margaret Ashby are hoping that by shedding pounds they can raise pounds for the charity which gives advice and support to sufferers.

The campaign, entitled Put Your Weight Behind Arthritis, will take place over 12 weeks and if you would like to sponsor the trio and improve the quality of life for arthritis sufferers at the same time, contact Marie of the St Helens branch on 01744 819775.

The St Helens Branch of Arthritis Care would welcome new members. The group holds its social evenings on the second Thursday of every month at Windle Pilkington House, King Street, at 7.30pm and transport can be arranged if necessary.

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