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
We Are Here to Support 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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Upcoming Webinars or Watch On-Demand
Skin-Joint-Gut Connection
Find out about the whole-body connection between your skin, joints and gut and how several arthritic diseases are more related than you might think.
Register TodayLatest Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast Episode
Psoriatic Arthritis Explained
In this episode, we explore and explain psoriatic arthritis — what causes it, how it affects the joints and the rest of the body, how it’s treated, what you can do to help manage it and more.
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Arthritis E-books
Juvenile Arthritis: Live & Learn
A juvenile arthritis diagnosis can feel overwhelming. Get trusted guidance on treatments, daily life, emotional health, school success and family support in this comprehensive, easy-to-understand e-book. Find hope and answers.
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
Making Connections That Make a Difference
JA family inspires hope through the Jingle Bell Run — a proven lifeline for the family.Two Grants Help Strengthen the Rheumatology Workforce
Arthritis Foundation grants build on efforts to bridge gaps in the rheumatology workforce.Jenn McGinnis Pedals CCC for Kids With JA
Jenn wasn’t looking for a charity ride, but the California Coast Classic hooked her.Marla Glass Studies RA Progression with Foundation Grant
Marla Glass, PhD, won funding to study cellular progression from preclinical to clinical RA.So, She Rode Her Bike Down the California Coast
In September, 2018, actress Nancy Travis rode her bicycle from San Francisco to Los Angeles in support of the Arthritis Foundation.2026 Pathways Conference Corporate Impact Award Winners
At the 2026 Pathways Conference, the Arthritis Foundation honors key partners — Pacira BioSciences and Stater Bros Markets — as Corporate Impact Awards winners.
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