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.
About the Arthritis Foundation
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.
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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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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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Get tips on nutrition, complementary therapies, overcoming fatigue and much more. Our library of webinars offers helpful advice from experts in all sorts of specialties.
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Latest Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast Episode
How Fat Weighs In to Arthritis
It isn’t just extra weight on joints that worsens arthritis. In this episode, a scientist discusses research into the links between fat and cartilage and more.
Listen NowUnderstanding Arthritis
Learn what to expect from your disease, practical tips to help you manage it and other useful information.
News & Stories
CDC Revises Opioid Prescribing Guidelines
The CDC’s new opioid prescription guidance provides more flexibility for patients’ pain treatment. Read how it could affect your arthritis treatment options.
Learn MoreAir Force Veteran Encourages Military Vets With Arthritis to Seek Support
Like many people who serve in the military, Donna has arthritis. Learn why she encourages vets with arthritis to join our Military and Veterans Virtual Connect Group.
Learn MoreArthritis Foundation Invests $1.1 Million in Refractory Rheumatoid Arthritis Research
The Arthritis Foundation announces a robust strategy to grow the Rheumatoid Arthritis Science portfolio to address areas of unmet medical need.
Learn MoreOut-of-Pocket Cost of Arthritis Treatments to Be Cut by New Law
The Arthritis Foundation is among a handful of major nonprofit organizations who spearheaded a new federal bill — recently passed by Congress and now signed into law by the president — that will slash health care costs for many eligible Americans.
Learn MoreCombating Chronic Pain at Every Age
An Arthritis Foundation-led collaboration is helping provide pain relief from arthritis and related chronic conditions at every stage of life.
Learn MoreArthritis Foundation Statement on Methotrexate Access
Understand the issues providers and arthritis patients face after the recent Roe v. Wade decision.
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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.
