Petition · Department of Health and Social Care
Fund free NHS prescriptions for people with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Closed
54 signatures
What the petition asks
Rheumatoid Arthritis is a life-long autoimmune condition. There is no cure but the condition can be managed by medication which slows progression and worsening of symptoms however it does not currently carry entitlement to free NHS prescriptions in England.
Rheumatiod Arthritis is a serious health condition that without proper treatment can cause people agonising pain, joint damage, disfigurements and lead to people suffering with mobility issues. Medical exemption certificates currently support several types of autoimmune conditions but not R.A. People who have Rheumatoid Arthritis and are in low income households don't want to have to choose between the cost of medications and mobility.
Timeline
| 3 Apr 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 3 Oct 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
54
Status
Closed
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
Opened
3 Apr 2025
Closed
3 Oct 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 18 Aug 2026.