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1 in 5
Rheumatoid arthritis patients don't respond to medication
6 States
Don't have a single pediatric rheumatologist
32.5 million
Adults in America with osteoarthritis woke up in pain today
About Arthritis
As the nation’s #1 cause of disability, arthritis affects nearly 60 million adults and hundreds of thousands of children. Over 100 types of arthritis and related conditions damage the joints and often other organs.
Together, We are Champions of Yes
Connections & Empowerment
We provide ways for you to take control of arthritis by connecting you with others who understand the challenges.
Advocacy & Access
With your help, we shape and influence health care policies and laws at both state and federal levels.
Science & Research
With your insights, we make sure effective arthritis treatments are being developed while also pursuing a cure.
Resources for You
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Reach Out to Our Helpline
Our trained Helpline team is here to help answer your questions about arthritis and how to manage it. They can tell you about open enrollment for insurance, important changes to Medicare drug plans, treatment options, navigating medical systems and more.
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Upcoming Webinars or Watch On-Demand
Power of Food for Arthritis
Tune in to hear an expert explain the connection between nutrition, gut health, and arthritis — and learn some delicious recipes, too.
Listen NowLatest Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast Episode
Let’s Talk Joint Surgery
In this episode of the Live Yes! With Arthritis podcast, we’ll explore insights and tips to properly prepare you for joint surgery — from pre-hab to coming home and beyond.
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Arthritis E-Books
Arthritis in the Hispanic Community
If you’re of Hispanic heritage, you’re more likely than others to have certain types of arthritis and less likely to get effective treatment. This guide can help you take control of your condition and turn your life around.
Download the E-bookUnderstanding Arthritis
Learn what to expect from your disease, practical tips to help you manage it and other useful information.
News & Stories
Lawmakers Must Protect Access to Vaccines
Foundation, ACR urge federal and state lawmakers to protect access to vaccines.Health Organizations Applaud Safe Step Support
Bipartisan lawmakers back legislation to streamline patients’ access to key medications.SCOTUS Rules for No-Cost Preventive Services
Supreme Court protects preventive services free to patients in Kennedy v. Braidwood ruling.Elena Losina, PhD, Leads Trials to Prevent OA
Losina heads up PIKASO, TOPS studies plus KARAT trial to increase post-surgery activity.Arthritis Advocacy Awards 2025
Arthritis Foundation names award winners for leaders in arthritis advocacy for 2025.Benitez Family’s Journey With Juvenile Arthritis
After getting help for their son with juvenile arthritis, the Benitez family is helping others in Spanish.
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