July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month
Juvenile arthritis (JA) refers to any form of arthritis or arthritis-related condition that develops in children or teenagers who are less than 18 years of age. Approximately 294,000 children under the age of 18 are affected by pediatric arthritis and rheumatologic conditions. Read below to see how the Arthritis Foundation is reaching out to these children and their families.
2009 Arthritis Walk calendar
Each year the Arthritis Foundation holds an art contest asking kids under 18 who have arthritis to draw an original picture for a chance to be in the Arthritis Walk calendar. The drawings in the 2009 calendar reflect the theme: Let's Move Together. Walk. Bark. & Roll. To buy yours, visit the Arthritis Foundation Online Store or call 800-283-7800.
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Have you seen the new online home of JA?
We have a new look. Visit the JA site to learn more about the disease that affects nearly 300,000 children. Find out about JA events, travel tips, disease information and a summer assignment for parents to help manage the upcoming school year. Connect with other people whose lives are impacted by JA and share your thoughts.
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Read the latest about Raising a Child With Arthritis
From the editors of the Kids Get Arthritis Too newsletter is a brand-new edition of Raising A Child With Arthritis. Cutting through the medical textbook jargon, this book covers how to understand disease types, treatment and research, financial concerns, school challenges and more. Personal stories sharing personal triumph and tips for success are peppered throughout. The appendix includes helpful worksheets, charts and a list of additional resources. Order in the Arthritis Foundation online store or by calling 800-283-7800.
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