Press Releases & Statements

Arthritis Foundation Makes World Arthritis Day Personal

Nation’s leading arthritis organization shines a light on the everyday impact of the invisible disease.

Arthritis Foundation Launches Guide for Osteoarthritis Patients

Navigating Your OA Diagnosis is a guide for patients newly diagnosed with osteoarthritis. The OA guide is available via the Arthritis Foundation Helpline and website.

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Arthritis Foundation Urges Federal Court to Protect Vaccine Access

Arthritis Foundation supports physicians’ group in lawsuit to protect access to vaccine recommendations.

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Arthritis Foundation Kicks Off Jingle Bell Run Season

Jingle Bell Run, the nation's largest holiday 5K, returns, blending festive tradition with the fight against arthritis.

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AOFAS, Arthritis Foundation Welcome New Cohort of Foot and Ankle Arthritis Development Program

The program inspires residents and medical students to pursue foot and ankle arthritis care.

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CARRA & Arthritis Foundation Award $2 Million in Research

For the past decade, this joint grant program has provided nearly $12 million to advance research in pediatric rheumatic diseases and to improve the lives of children.

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Two Grants Help Strengthen the Rheumatology Workforce

Arthritis Foundation grants build on efforts to bridge gaps in the rheumatology workforce.

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Protections in North Carolina Medicaid Work Requirements

The Arthritis Foundation joins partners in urging patient protections in North Carolina Medicaid work requirements.

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Green Heart Fridays Return for Arthritis Awareness Month

The nationwide, free art activation, Green Heart Fridays, returns for Arthritis Awareness Month as a national symbol of support for people living with arthritis.

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Pathways 2026 Volunteer Awards

The Arthritis Foundation presented awards to outstanding volunteers during our 2026 Pathways Conference.

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Arthritis Foundation Presents Scientific Research Prizes to Dr. Elaine Husni and Dr. Mileka Gilbert

The Arthritis Foundation Lee C. Howley Senior and Junior Prizes honor research and volunteerism of Cleveland Clinic physician, Elaine Husni, MD, MPH, and Dr. Mileka Gilbert.

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Arthritis Foundation Honors National Volunteer Award Winners at Pathways Conference

The Arthritis Foundation recognizes individuals who go above and beyond to support the arthritis community at its annual volunteer meeting.

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Health Care Professional Recognized for Volunteer Leadership

The Arthritis Foundation honors University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Chief of Rheumatology Dana Ascherman, MD, with Pamela Massey Patient Partners Award.

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Arthritis Foundation Launches New PROs Grant Program

The program funds research in patient lived experience to guide treatment decisions and evaluate efficacy of care.

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Foot & Ankle Care Training Grants

Arthritis Foundation, AOFAS partner to fund orthopedic training for foot and ankle care.

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Rheumatology Organizations Urge NIH to Expedite NIAMS Director Search

NIAMS leadership gaps could disrupt critical arthritis research millions rely on.

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New Jersey Advocacy Wins Arthritis Policy Trifecta

The Arthritis Foundation celebrates the coordinated efforts of New Jersey advocates that have led to the approval and signing of three top legislative priorities in the state.

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Camp Without Limits: Arthritis Foundation Announces 2026 Summer Camps for Kids With Juvenile Arthritis 

Thanks to community support and the Arthritis Foundation, 500 kids with juvenile arthritis are expected to enjoy camp this summer. 

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Call on Congress to Prioritize APTCs Extension 

The Arthritis Foundation urges lawmakers to adopt evidence-based solutions to lower costs.

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Walk to Cure Arthritis Celebrates 25 Years

2026 marks the 25th anniversary of the Arthritis Foundation’s Walk to Cure Arthritis. Come out to see what’s new and explore more ways to move toward a cure. 

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Call on Congress to Prioritize APTCs Extension

Arthritis Foundation urges Congress to extend enhanced advance premium tax credits (APTCs). 

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Community Health Awards for Arthritis

The Arthritis Foundation presents three research awards in 2025 to help address gaps in arthritis care.

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Opportunity for Pediatric Rheumatology Fellows

Quality improvement education opportunity open to PR-COIN pediatric rheumatology fellows.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Vaccine Access

Get answers to some common questions about recent FDA changes to vaccine availability.

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Lawmakers Must Protect Access to Vaccines

Foundation, ACR urge federal and state lawmakers to protect access to vaccines.

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World Arthritis Day 2025

World Arthritis Day, Oct. 12, builds awareness of arthritis as a serious public health issue.

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Grant to Fund Shoulder Osteoarthritis Research

Arthritis Foundation and Sports Medicine Society team up for shoulder OA research grant.

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Arthritis Foundation, CARRA Increase Grants

Partners commit more funding for pediatric research grants in the wake of federal cuts.

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One Big Beautiful Bill Undermines Arthritis Care

The Arthritis Foundation works to ensure access to quality health care despite the Act’s damage.

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FAQs: One Big Beautiful Bill Arthritis Impacts

Answers to big questions about the effects of the Act on people living with arthritis.

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SCOTUS Rules for No-Cost Preventive Services

Supreme Court protects preventive services free to patients in Kennedy v. Braidwood ruling.

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July Is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month

Arthritis Foundation highlights the resilience of kids and families living with JA.

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Arthritis Foundation, Artist Karen Anderson Singer Unveil Atlanta’s Newest Tiny Door at Nonprofit’s Headquarters

A new art installation caps nationwide awareness campaign held during Arthritis Awareness Month to spotlight the strength and unity of the arthritis community.

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AOFAS, Arthritis Foundation Launch Ankle Care Training Program

Arthritis Foundation partners with AOFAS for a training program to advance ankle care.

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2025 National Walk to Cure Arthritis Honorees

Meet four individuals living with arthritis whose perseverance and strength inspire others.

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Arthritis Foundation, ACR Denounce CDC Cuts

Arthritis Foundation and ACR denounce cuts to CDC programs that help manage chronic diseases.

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Arthritis Foundation Honors National Volunteer Award Winners at Pathways Conference

The Foundation’s annual meeting for volunteers inspires, empowers and spreads hope for the arthritis community while honoring some of its most dedicated members.

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2024 Winners of Howley Sr. and Jr. Awards

Arthritis Foundation taps Kurt Spindler for Howley and Candace Feldman for inaugural award.

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Response to Federal Policy Changes

Arthritis Foundation urges government to reverse changes that affect arthritis patients.

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2024 Grants to Advance RA Research

Rheumatoid Arthritis Research Program grants will help investigators explore the causes of RA, RA comorbidities, and the social determinants of RA treatment adherence.

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Arthritis Foundation Zoetis Partnership Supports Patients and Pets

The Arthritis Foundation welcomes Zoetis as the two-year National Presenting Sponsor of the Jingle Bell Run and the Walk to Cure Arthritis.

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Target Helps Produce Ease of Use Design Guides

Arthritis Foundation and Target create design guides for easy-to-use products and packaging.

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Steven Taylor Named to NIAMS Advisory Council

The announcement comes as the global arthritis community observes World Arthritis Day.

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Arthritis Foundation-CARRA Awards 2024

Arthritis Foundation and CARRA commit over $1.6 million to pediatric rheumatology research.

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Quality Improvement for Fellows

A new quality improvement program is available for pediatric rheumatology fellows.

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Court Upholds Free Access to Preventative Care

Mixed ruling allows for continued preventative care at no cost to a majority of patients.

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Supreme Court Ruling Preserves FDA Authority

Court’s unanimous decision preserves the FDA’s authority and helps protect patients.

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Support for Women’s Health Initiative

Arthritis Foundation supports the new White House Initiative on Women’s Health Research

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2024 Funding Package Includes Money for Arthritis Patients

The freshly signed legislative funding package for federal fiscal year 2024 spending includes key funding measures to aid arthritis research, treatment and resources.

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Access to No-Cost Preventative Services Must Be Preserved

Access to No-Cost Preventive Services That Have Saved Millions Must be Preserved

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Dr. Elena Hsieh Receives RA Research Award

Funding from Arthritis Foundation will help investigate rheumatoid arthritis prevention.

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Major Legal Cases We’re Watching in 2024

The Arthritis Foundation monitors legal cases that could impact arthritis patient care.

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Osteoarthritis Research: Weight Loss & Exercise

Arthritis Foundation research award: Can weight loss and exercise prevent osteoarthritis?

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Patients, Providers Support FDA Authority

Arthritis Foundation and other groups urge courts to preserve FDA’s regulatory authority.

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Patient and Provider Groups Applaud HHS Decision to Drop Appeal of Court Ruling

Decision to drop the appeal means the 2020 rule requiring copay assistance to count toward insurance deductibles and out-of-pocket limits now stands.

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Dr. Emily von Scheven Wins 2023 Howley Prize

Arthritis Foundation names 2023 Lee C. Howley Sr. Award winner for arthritis research.

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Arthritis Advocacy Program Revamped

Changes make Arthritis Foundation Advocacy Program easier for Advocates to drive change.

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Arthritis Foundation Urges Congress to Include Safe Step Act in PBM Reform Legislation

As the voice of the arthritis community we serve, the Arthritis Foundation strongly encourages Congress to center the needs of patients and pass comprehensive PBM reform legislation.

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2023 Grants to Advance RA Research

Over $1 million to help research rheumatoid arthritis development and treatment responses.

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National Coalition Urges HHS to Enforce Rule Requiring Issuers to Count Copay Assistance for Patients

U.S. District Court strikes rule that permitted harmful practices by insurers and PBMs not allowing copay assistance to count toward deductibles and out-of-pocket expenses.

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Arthritis Foundation Announces First-Ever Foundation-Directed Post-Traumatic Osteoarthritis Clinical Trial

An unprecedented trial will study patients at risk of post-traumatic osteoarthritis in the knee, or knee PTOA, and involve scientists at nine world-class institutions.

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Grants to Fuel Ankle Arthritis Research

AOFAS and Arthritis Foundation award nearly $600,000 for ankle osteoarthritis research.

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Pilot Program Brings Foundation Resources to Underserved Communities

Partnering with community organizations to bring arthritis awareness, resources and tools to Black, Hispanic and military and veteran service members.

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Alpha Omicron Pi Makes Largest Gift to Date

$1 million gift marks 56 years of partnership, fuels research and community initiatives.

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Arthritis Foundation and CARRA Announce Grants

Investigators receive $1.2 million to address gaps in pediatric rheumatology research.

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Access to no-cost preventive services that have saved millions must be preserved.

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Navigating Nationwide Medication Shortages

Arthritis Foundation statement on coping with shortages of methotrexate and other meds.

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Two of the Nation’s Largest Patient and Provider Advocacy Coalitions Join Forces to Call for Inclusion of Consumer-Friendly Policies in PBM Reform Legislation

All Copays Count and the Safe Step Act Ad Hoc Coalitions represent more than 200 individual organizations.

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Patient Advocates and Health Care Provider Groups Applaud Filing of the ‘Safe Step Act’ in U.S. House and Senate

The legislation puts common sense guidelines around insurance industry practice of “step therapy.”

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Judge Strikes ACA Preventive Services Coverage

We believe this overly broad ruling will have sweeping negative implications for millions of Americans

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Meet the 2023 National Walk to Cure Arthritis Honorees

Arthritis patients Abby Ferraro and Amanda Watt are recognized for their leadership in the arthritis community.

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Matthew Mooney Named Chair of the Arthritis Foundation’s National Board of Directors

Georgia-based Mooney’s term coincides with organization’s 75th anniversary.

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Pain Awareness Month Brings New Resources, Tools to Arthritis Patients

September 1, 2022 marks the start of Pain Awareness Month, a nationally recognized time to highlight the chronic pain endured by many of the nearly 60 million Americans diagnosed with arthritis.

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Arthritis Foundation Leads Efforts to Develop New Drugs for OA

International experts, FDA representatives come together to tackle challenges to finding effective osteoarthritis treatments.

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Arthritis Foundation Statement on Biosimilars

Biosimilar medications are increasingly becoming available for people with arthritis. Learn the Arthritis Foundation's stance on the subject.

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Arthritis Foundation Releases its First-Ever Report on Juvenile Arthritis

It’s not just growing pains: childhood rheumatic diseases affect nearly 300,000 U.S. kids and teens.

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Out-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.

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Arthritis Foundation Statement on Methotrexate Access

Understand the issues providers and arthritis patients face after the recent Roe v. Wade decision.

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New Data Reveals Link Between Mental Health and Arthritis Impact

New data aligns with intersection of Mental Health Awareness Month and Arthritis Awareness Month.

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The Arthritis Foundation Launches “We Journey Together” Awareness Campaign 

Campaign aims to create connections and combat isolation within arthritis community.

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The Arthritis Foundation’s Commitment to Inclusion & Impact

Together, we champion a diverse and inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and perspectives of all.

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Study of INSIGHTS Data Reveals How Emotional Support Positively Impacts Patient Empowerment

Feeling empowered is critically important for arthritis patients—from diagnosis through treatment.

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Arthritis Foundation Issues Statement Urging Congress to Support Legislative Solutions to Surprise Medical Billing

The Arthritis Foundation urges legislative solutions to surprise medical billing, especially for patients undergoing procedures such as knee or hip replacements for degenerative osteoarthritis.

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Arthritis Foundation Kicks Off Arthritis Awareness Month with Release of Key Findings from Patient Study, Announces Launch of New App

Report represents one of the nation's largest studies of people living with arthritis.

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Responding to the Patient Voice – Improving Outcomes and Care for People Living with Arthritis

The Arthritis Foundation, Trio & ARN announce collaboration to collectively respond to the patient voice as reported by the Live Yes! INSIGHTS study.

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Arthritis Foundation Organizational Statement On Pain Management

The Arthritis Foundation is fighting for all people who live with arthritis.

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Pain Awareness Month Highlights Need for Resources, Support for All Ages

The Arthritis Foundation launches Chronic Strength Champions Campaign with pain management resources and sweepstakes

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JA Victory: Congress OKs Funding to Repay Student Loans of Specialty Docs

The decision opens the door to future funding for more pediatric rheumatologists.

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The Arthritis Foundation Names Steven Taylor President & CEO

Taylor joined the Arthritis Foundation in February 2021 as Executive Vice President, Mission & Strategic Initiatives.

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Arthritis News | A Mandate for Action

Results captured in A Mandate for Action, a report revealing a major health crisis and the astronomical effects of arthritis in the areas of pain, overall health and wellness and quality of care.

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Survive & Thrive: COVID-19 LIVE Celebrity Challenge

Celebrities have teamed up with CBDMEDIC™ to host an online fundraising challenge to benefit the Arthritis Foundation's severely at-risk populations impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. The event will be live-streamed on the Arthritis Foundations' Facebook channel.

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Arthritis Foundation Survey of Osteoarthritis Patients Illustrates COVID-19 Impact on Chronic Pain & Dire Need to Improve Access to Innovative Pain Treatments

More than 8 out of 10 respondents rank reducing pain as the most important aspect of a new osteoarthritis treatment; Arthritis Foundation launches critical patient-focused efforts during Pain Awareness Month in September.

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Our Advocacy | The 21st Century Cures Act

Foundation’s push for state and federal health care legislation in first half of 2015 advances agenda for people living with arthritis.

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Arthritis Foundation Expands to Further Engage People Living with Arthritis

AF welcomes Arthritis Introspective into the Arthritis Foundation family, as part of an expanding range of resources that provide help and support to people with all types of arthritis and related conditions

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Arthritis Foundation Selects Michael Ortman as Board Chair

The Arthritis Foundation today announced the selection of Michael Ortman as the chair of its board of directors. Ortman has served on the board of the national organization since 2011.

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Arthritis News | Arthritis Patients Survey

The Arthritis Foundation conducted a nationwide survey, commissioned by Harris Poll, to gain a deeper understanding of the everyday challenges faced by people living with arthritis.

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Arthritis News | My Cleats, My Cause

NFL player chose the Arthritis Foundation as the nonprofit he is supporting for the NFL’s “My Cleats, My Cause” initiative.

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Arthritis News | The 21st Century Cures Act

Thanks in large part to the army of arthritis Advocates who worked tirelessly for two-plus years, the Arthritis Foundation celebrates the signing of the 21st Century Cures Act, a landmark bill that will accelerate medical research.

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Arthritis News | What Americans Don't Know

Survey commissioned by the Arthritis Foundation reveals misconceptions about the leading cause of disability in the U.S.

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Science & Research | 2015 Scientific Discovery Awardees

The Arthritis Foundation has announced that 11 scientists from across the United States and Canada were selected as the 2015 Scientific Discovery Awardees for their innovations toward finding a cure for arthritis and related diseases.

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Cake: A Painful Slice of Life

"Cake" really acknowledges the issues of living with chronic pain and shows how it can lead to feelings of isolation, but this movie also carries a message of hope and triumph!

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Our Advocacy | "Arthritis 101" Congressional Briefing

The Congressional briefing strives to educate new and returning Congressional leaders about arthritis and its impact on constituents and the U.S. healthcare system.

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Arthritis Foundation CEO Joins Jennifer Aniston for Town Hall

Arthritis Foundation President and CEO Ann Palmer joined Jennifer Aniston for a town hall panel discussion following a screening of Aniston’s movie, "Cake.,"

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Arthritis Foundation | Champion of Yes

The Arthritis Foundation announces the launch of the first major rebrand in the organization’s history, which focuses on the foundation’s role as a Champion of Yes for the arthritis community.

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Arthritis Foundation | Dr. Rowland W. Chang

Last month, after serving as the board chair elect for a year, Rowland W. (Bing) Chang, MD, MPH, assumed the role of board chair for the Arthritis Foundation.

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Foundation Events | 2016 Champion Awards

Nearly 400 people from around the country attended the annual Arthritis Foundation Conference of Champions from November 3-4 in Denver to connect with and learn from experts, influencers and fellow volunteers.

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Arthritis Foundation Proclaims a Patient Advocacy “Win” Through Its Work with the Institute for Clinical and Economic Review (ICER)

The Arthritis Foundation helped influence ICER by including rheumatoid arthritis patients and their experiences with disease-modifying drugs and managing their disease

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