About Arthritis
As the nation’s #1 cause of disability, arthritis affects nearly 60 million adults and 300,000 children. Over 100 types of arthritis and related conditions damage the joints and often other organs.
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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Contact our trained Helpline team to get answers to your questions about insurance, health care needs, treatment options, navigating the medical system and more.
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Arthritis Tips
Expert Advice
Take control of Arthritis with help from our experts. Arthritis can make your head spin. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Get tips to help you take control of arthritis and put your mind at ease.
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Related Health Problems
Join us for a webinar to learn about health problems that often occur with arthritis, what symptoms to watch for, and what you can do to help prevent or control them.
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Latest Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast Episode
75 Years of Progress: Part 2
In this podcast episode, rheumatologist and former national board chair Dr. Rowland “Bing” Chang joins us to discuss medical advances in arthritis and how the Arthritis Foundation has contributed to them, as well as future goals.
Listen NowUnderstanding Arthritis
Learn what to expect from your disease, practical tips to help you manage it and other useful information.
News & Stories
Student With JA Finds Hope as Junior Advocacy Ambassador and Fundraiser
After her diagnosis of juvenile arthritis, Sydney turned to the Arthritis Foundation and its advocacy efforts to raise awareness and funds to help the greater arthritis community.
Learn MoreResearch: Why Drugs Fail Some RA Patients
An Arthritis Foundation grant will help RA patients who don’t respond to existing drugs.
Learn MoreNavigating Nationwide Medication Shortages
Arthritis Foundation statement on coping with shortages of methotrexate and other meds.
Learn MoreDealing With Gout Support Group
Here’s a group to connect with if you have gout and don’t want to feel so alone.
Learn MoreEvette Holloway: Serving Up Support
This volunteer works behind the scenes to make the Silver Spoon Awards and party a success for Cleveland community and the Arthritis Foundation.
Learn MoreArthritis Foundation Applauds Senate Committee Amendment to PBM Reform Legislation
The amendment puts common sense parameters around insurance industry’s “step therapy” programs.
Learn MoreStay in the Know. Live in the Yes.
Get involved with the arthritis community. Tell us a little about yourself and, based on your interests, you’ll receive emails packed with the latest information and resources to live your best life and connect with others.
