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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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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Lab Tests & Medications
Find out what those lab tests mean, why your doctor prescribes certain medications for your autoimmune, inflammatory form of arthritis, and what you should watch for.
Register TodayLatest Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast Episode
Arthritis & Your Mental Health
In this episode of the Live Yes! With Arthritis podcast we’ll explore the arthritis-mental health connection, how it affects overall health and therapies that can help.
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Arthritis E-Books
A Guide to Happy Feet
This free e-book provides pain-relieving tips to people with arthritis in their feet and ankles and essential insights into choosing the best shoes to keep your feet and other joints happy.
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
Arthritis Foundation, ACR Denounce CDC Cuts
Arthritis Foundation and ACR denounce cuts to CDC programs that help manage chronic diseases.Jin Lee Puts Skills to Work for Arthritis Patients
Jin Lee, PhD, helped her husband get his painful arthritis condition diagnosed. Now she’s helping others.Response to Federal Policy Changes
Arthritis Foundation urges government to reverse changes that affect arthritis patients.Braylin Buchanan’s JA Journey
This young girl is a competitive figure skater despite her juvenile arthritis.Howley Prizes for Arthritis Research
The Lee C. Howley Sr. Prize for Arthritis Scientific Research and the Lee C. Howley Jr. Prize for Early Career Investigators in Arthritis Research recognize those who have committed to advancing the Arthritis Foundation’s scientific agenda.Christine Cicio: Amplifying Our Impact
After receiving support in her arthritis journey, this volunteer is paying it forward.
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