Stories of Yes

Ana Villafañe Puts Arthritis in the Spotlight

Actor-singer shares her own arthritis story to change the conversation around arthritis.

From Ice Rinks to Runways

How figure skater and fashion designer Michael Kuluva turned pain into purpose.

Championing Change for Arthritis

Kelly Chellis’ commitment to improving the lives of those living with arthritis has earned her the Arthritis Foundation Changemaker Award.

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Abigail Grace Earns Generational Impact Award

This teen turns her experience with juvenile arthritis into an opportunity to help others.

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Taylor Trotter Shares Daughter’s JA Journey

Paisley has bravely dealt with juvenile arthritis since she was 5 years old.

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Jack, 6, Is Wise Beyond His Years

This young juvenile arthritis patient has big aspirations.

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Kiana Finds Strength in the Face of Adversity

Living with juvenile arthritis since she was a toddler has taught this Walk to Cure Arthritis national honoree and her family courage, resilience and commitment.

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Mary Jo McBride: Leading by Example

As a Walk to Cure Arthritis honoree, Mary Jo McBride is speaking up and spreading arthritis awareness for herself and millions of others in the community.

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Siya: Our Struggle & Feelings Are Real

Growing up with childhood arthritis, this Walk to Cure Arthritis national honoree and her mom talk about the realities so many young people with JA and their families face.

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Lisa Reinstein Finds Connections Across the Globe Online

It is possible to make meaningful connections online. Lisa Reinstein’s RA diagnosis expanded her family bonds and sense of adventure.

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Andrea Reed: On a Journey Toward Wellness

Andrea Reed is building a platform to help fellow arthritis patients and others in pain live their best lives.

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Tonya Horton: Thriving With Osteoarthritis

For Tonya Horton, knowledge is power and the key to living her best life with arthritis and helping others do the same.

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Joel Young: Coming Home to His Cause

Through a passion for cycling and a chance encounter with a client, Joel Young discovered a cause that hits closer to home than he imagined.

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Courage to Keep Going With Juvenile Arthritis

A family’s never-ending search for answers to help their daughter, Kiana, live well with juvenile idiopathic arthritis.

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Michelle Castro: Serving Others as Advocate, Author and Leader

A diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis led the home health care nurse to her second act — helping others in the arthritis community as an advocate, author and leader.

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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.

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Sheila Cline Rides Her Way to Fight Arthritis

Virtual Ride Your Way cycling lets her support people with arthritis at her own pace.

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Krendra Harralson: Driven by Purpose and Honor

After years of active military service took its toll on her joints, Krendra Harralson received a medical discharge. Now she’s finding new ways to serve.

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Talisa King Finds Love and Activism After RA

After a mysterious illness strikes, this young woman fights back and steps up for others.

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Family Funds Pediatric Rheumatologist

Private foundation gives juvenile arthritis families in Montana better access to care.

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Dr. Julie Campbell, Pediatric Rheumatologist in Montana

Dr. Julie Campbell becomes the first pediatric rheumatologist in Montana in years.

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Remembering Haydee Sedlmeier and her legacy

Despite her lifelong struggle with arthritis, Haydee was committed to helping and connecting people.

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Making Connections That Make a Difference

JA family inspires hope through the Jingle Bell Run — a proven lifeline for the family.

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A Researcher Joins the Mission to Make a Difference

Dr. Jason Kim left the lab to fill a gap — working as a liaison to bring together patients, scientists and health care providers to improve arthritis treatments.

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Raising Voices for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Tune in to a few episodes of the Arthritis Foundation’s Live Yes! With Arthritis podcast to hear from leaders in the AAPI community.

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Christine Cicio: Amplifying Our Impact

After receiving support in her arthritis journey, this volunteer is paying it forward.

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Walking and Winning as a Team

Patients and health care providers unite in the fight to conquer arthritis and honor their Walk to Cure Arthritis team leader.

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Closing the pediatric rheumatology gap

Julie Campbell becomes the first pediatric rheumatologist to practice in Montana

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Daughter’s Arthritis Drives Parents to Action

Sammy’s parents are committed to educating others and making an impact against arthritis.

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Teen with JA Puts Skills to Fundraising

Young entrepreneur with juvenile arthritis and his family are giving back.

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JA Camp Changed His Life

Diagnosed at 7 with juvenile arthritis, Grady discovered his tribe at JA camp.

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Measuring the Many Costs of Arthritis

A psoriatic arthritis diagnosis comes with high physical, emotional and financial expenses.

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Jennifer Ziegler: Empowered to Help Others Living With Arthritis

Meet this Arthritis Foundation staff member who grew up with arthritis and gives it her all to help others.

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Jenn McGinnis Pedals CCC for Kids With JA

Jenn wasn’t looking for a charity ride, but the California Coast Classic hooked her.

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This Theater Executive Won’t Be Upstaged by Arthritis

Good treatment and staying active let Chandra Stephens-Albright live her busy life.

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Dr. Ashira Blazer: Racial Equity in Health Care

Rheumatologist and scientist focuses on understanding and finding solutions to racism so we all can be healthier.

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Rev. Dr. Teoma Loeb: A Calling to Heal

Teoma Loeb, minister and physical therapist, helps people improve their health, with faith at the core.

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Dr. Michael Parks: Patient Relations

Orthopedic surgeon at Hospital for Special Surgery stands up for racial and socioeconomic equity in arthritis care.

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Speaking Up for Arthritis Patients

Rick Phillips represents patients’ interests on the FDA Arthritis Advisory Committee.

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A JA Family Thrives in a New Setting

A family move to New Mexico wasn’t an easy decision, but now Cohen is living his best life with juvenile arthritis.

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Stella: Nerves of Steel Despite JA

The connections Amanda and her daughter Stella have made through the Arthritis Foundation are invaluable to their family. Read their story and see why.

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Military Vet Supports Other Vets Through Arthritis Group

Leading a support group to help others helps this veteran manage his arthritis pain.

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DEI Grant Exposes Residents to Rheumatology

Arthritis Foundation funds program to help broaden diversity and health equity in rheumatology.

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Breaking Down Barriers in Lupus Care

Drs. Daphne Lew and Alfred Kim are using their DEI award to reduce disparities in care.

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The Power of Connection

This JA mom found much-needed support in the arthritis community. Now she gives back.

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Understanding Delays in AS Diagnosis

DEI award allows Dr. Maureen Dubreuil to research ankylosing spondylitis diagnosis delays.

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Dr. Angela Chun Receives 2022 DEI Award

Angela Chun, MD, is helping rheumatologists recognize rheumatic rashes on non-white skin.

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Unraveling the Social Barriers to Pediatric Rheumatology Care

A DEI award presented to Sheetal Vora, MD, supports making pediatric rheumatology care more accessible and timely within her community.

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Abby Kasprowicz Honored for Advocacy Work

Learn how this advocate’s commitment and leadership is helping people with arthritis.

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Katie Karr: A Leader in Advocacy

Katie Karr’s commitment to arthritis advocacy earns her a Kennedy Leadership Award.

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Macy Coad Honored for Advocacy Work

Learn how this young advocate is making a difference for people with arthritis.

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A Virtual Solution to Increasing Diversity in the Rheumatology Workforce

A DEI award presented to Eugene Kissin, MD, supports an innovative curriculum aimed to promote rheumatology workforce diversification.

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Edwin Segarra: Coping by Giving Back

Helping other Hispanic people with arthritis is good medicine for Edwin Segarra.

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Clare Peckenpaugh: Arthritis Leads to Nursing

Her arthritis diagnosis inspired this young woman to help others with the disease.

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Braylin Buchanan’s JA Journey

This young girl is a competitive figure skater despite her juvenile arthritis.

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Dr. Solomon Researching Refractory RA

Dr. Daniel Solomon is tracking immune cells in hard-to-treat rheumatoid arthritis.

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Doctor Provides Arthritis Care to Veterans

Veterans Affairs' Dr. Kimberly Fountain says joint pain is common among patients she sees.

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Doctor/Organizers Enjoy the JA Family Summit

Drs. Oberle and Prahalad discuss JA Family Summit highlights and why it’s important.

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Breaking Down Barrier to Knee Surgery

Decision tool helps change misperceptions of knee replacement surgery among Black men.

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Grant to Diversify Pediatric Rheumatologists

Dr. Martha Rodríguez is exposing more underrepresented medical students to rheumatology.

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Telemedicine Benefits Patients and Doctors

Two researchers at UNC are using telemedicine to reach patients and teach doctors.

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Kelly Beerman: Riding to Fight Arthritis

Kelly Beerman cycled 1,100 miles to raise and awareness and funds for arthritis.

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Funding Goes to Diversifying Rheumatology

Dr. Lisa Criscione-Schreiber is recruiting arthritis doctors from underrepresented groups.

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Funding Targets Barriers to Care in JA

Dr. Olivia Kwan is tackling health care challenges and impacts on children with arthritis.

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How Do Social Factors Affect JA Outcomes?

Dr. William Soulsby researches how socioeconomic factors affect juvenile arthritis outcomes.

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Research: Why Drugs Fail Some RA Patients

An Arthritis Foundation grant will help RA patients who don’t respond to existing drugs.

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Carlos Câmara: Cycling to Fight Arthritis

Arthritis pushed this athlete to cycling, the California Coast Classic — and a new passion.

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Erika Warner Poland: Arthritis Support for the LGBTQIA+ Community

An arthritis patient and health care provider shares their story and calls for better support for LGBTQ+ patients with arthritis.

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Dealing With Gout Support Group

Here’s a group to connect with if you have gout and don’t want to feel so alone.

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Student With JA Finds Hope as Junior Advocacy Ambassador and Fundraiser

After her diagnosis of juvenile arthritis, Sydney turned to the Arthritis Foundation to raise awareness and funds to help the greater arthritis community.

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Evette 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.

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Ian Hochstetler Finds Ways to Win

Juvenile arthritis is a family affair for the Hochstetlers — and so is giving back.

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Dink for a Cure: Arthritis Fundraiser

Read about two doctors raising funds for arthritis with pickleball.

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Rheumatologist Seeks Answers for RA

This Cleveland Clinic doctor is spearheading an Arthritis Foundation investigation into personalized RA treatments.

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2023 Champion Award Winner Derek Engfelt

Derek Engfelt is a dedicated rider in the California Coast Classic, the Arthritis Foundation's flagship event, and a Champion in his community. Read his story.

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Dr. Robin Dore Wins Top Volunteer Award

Dr. Robin Dore receives the 2022 Charles B. Harding Award for Distinguished Service.

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Shelly Umstot: A Nurse Becomes a Patient

This nurse takes care of others post-surgery. Becoming a patient changed her perspective.

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Brooke Richman: Fundraising With Style

This boutique owner shows love to the arthritis community and to her customers with a special DIY fundraiser.

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Mark Whited: Inspired to be a Champion

He continues to honor friend and co-worker Mayro Kanning in the Walk to Cure Arthritis.

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Our Arthritis Champions

Volunteers fuel the Arthritis Foundation’s mission to help people living with arthritis.

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2023 Champion Award Winner Helen King

Helen King is a dedicated volunteer on a mission to help other people with arthritis live their best lives.

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Young Author Shares Her Tale of Triumph

In her book, Abby tells how she has tackled juvenile arthritis and two more diseases.

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Walk Honoree Spreads Hope to Sick Kids

Despite struggling with ankylosing spondylitis, Amanda Watt pushes through to succeed.

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Erin Cherishes Lasting Memories and Laughter

Kids and teens gain self-confidence and make lifelong friends at JA camp.

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Jacqueline Child and Her Labor of Love

She went looking for love and found friendships and a career through the dating app she created.

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Sadiq Jiwa: Staying in the Game

Learn how this lifelong athlete adapted to keep competing despite his juvenile arthritis.

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Rheumatoid Arthritis Research Funding

Meet this researcher who is studying a possible answer for “hard to treat” RA.

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Barbara Osen’s Polish Soup Fundraiser

Barbara Osen puts her passion into supporting Arthritis Foundation’s research program.

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Arthritis Scholarship Goes to Future Doctor

Growing up with juvenile arthritis, Tori Chellis finds solutions to challenges at college.

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Ashley Nicole: Stronger Than RA

This RA Warrior learned to thrive with rheumatoid arthritis. Now she’s empowering other women with RA.

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Existing Drugs Could Be the Key to Fighting a Treatment-Resistant JA

Arthritis researchers successfully target inflammation-causing proteins in mice, which may lead to new treatments for life-threatening juvenile arthritis symptoms.

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Movement and Connection Power Florida Connect Group

Florida Connect Group helps its members thrive through movement and connection.

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How Sally-Jo Changed Her Outlook

While pushing through her arthritis pain, Sally-Jo Bakken started thinking about turning things around for herself and for everyone around her.

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Air 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.

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Native Salvadoran Feels Honored to Help Empower Other Hispanics

Vanessa Lazo says her co-leadership of our Hispanic Connect Group keeps her motivated and encouraged.

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Hispanic Arthritis Patients Connect With Each Other in a Safe Space

Letty Probasco gives back by sharing her knowledge in a Connect Group focused on helping the Hispanic community.

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Arthritis Foundation Champion Scholarships Awarded for 2022-23

Our latest scholarship awards recognize 20 deserving students in their academic pursuits.

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Meet a Drummer Who’s Beating Arthritis

Steve Michaels is a young man who’s been through a lot, dealing with the challenges of arthritis while growing up.

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Helping the Hispanic Community Through Our Helpline

Our Helpline’s own Iris Rodriguez is excited about what’s to come for the Hispanic community from the Arthritis Foundation.

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Spotlight on Sachi Arya: If at First You Don’t Succeed, Keep Trying

Sachi Arya climbs mountains, literally. But everyday tasks can seem like a mountain to people who are hurting from arthritis pain. And everyone’s mountain is different. Sachi offers encouraging words to help you climb yours.

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Arthritis Foundation 2022 Pathways Conference

Outstanding Arthritis Foundation volunteers were honored at the 2022 Pathways Conference.

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An Arthritis Patient’s Journey With CBD

We recently connected with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patient and Arthritis Foundation volunteer Ron Lev to find out more about his personal experience with CBD.

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New Arthritis Foundation Leader Talks About the Journey Ahead

Today, as I begin my tenure as President and CEO of the Arthritis Foundation, I want to take a moment to share some of my thoughts as I step into this important role.

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Natalie Decker Named Champion Ambassador for Arthritis

NASCAR Xfinity Series driver Natalie Decker kicks off Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month in July to support and inspire kids battling arthritis.

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Celebrating Everyday Wins

Having been diagnosed with arthritis at age one, Lisa Bloom doesn’t let arthritis define her.

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A New and Better You With Mind Body Stress Reduction

As you explore breath work, meditation and mindful body movements, you can learn new tools to not only reduce stress, but to also be present in each moment.

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Vim Champion: Tiffany Coffman

As an arthritis patient and longtime Arthritis Foundation volunteer, Tiffany has found ways to give back — and to encourage others. She also recommends trying the new Vim app.

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Natalie Decker

Most of my life, I’ve known two things for certain: 1) I always wanted to be a NASCAR driver; and 2) being born with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA) would not stop me from pursuing a fulfilling, active life.

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King of the Hill in Fighting Chronic Pain

Helen King is a longtime Arthritis Foundation volunteer who has made a significant impact locally (Eastern Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey) in the fight against arthritis.

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Travis Salmon

Travis Salmon is a Chronic Strength Champion, which means he doesn’t just take control of his pain — he battles back.

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Yoga: So Much More Than Just Movement

Tune in to this episode to learn how you can start incorporating yoga practice into your daily routine today.

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Cristina Schaefer

Cristina Schaefer is a Chronic Strength Champion, which means she doesn’t just take control of her pain — she battles back. Read to learn how Cristina has found ways to overcome her rheumatoid arthritis.

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Team PLC

This is the second of two profiles this month of people who are sharing their experiences as members of the Arthritis Foundation’s Patient Leadership Council (PLC).

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Katie Roberts

Katie Roberts is a Chronic Strength Champion, which means she doesn’t just take control of her pain — she battles back. Read to learn how Katie has found ways to overcome her psoriatic arthritis.

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Make Time for Mindful Movement

This month, Pain Awareness Month, we must raise awareness to others about the debilitating pain arthritis can bring and how it can affect our ability to do the things we want, need and love to do.

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From Patient to Patient Leader: Every Voice Counts

We are spotlighting two people this month who are sharing their experiences as members of the Arthritis Foundation’s Patient Leadership Council (PLC).

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Tonya Horton

Tonya Horton is a Chronic Strength Champion, which means she doesn’t just take control of her pain — she battles back. Read to learn how Tonya has found ways to overcome her osteoarthritis.

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How to Find Trusted Arthritis Info

During this episode, I share with Rebecca and Julie how to evaluate a health article for credibility and where to go to find the latest information about your type of arthritis.

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Sachi Arya

Sachi Arya is a Chronic Strength Champion, which means he doesn’t just take control of his pain — he battles back. Read to learn how Sachi has found ways to overcome his osteoarthritis.

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Back to School & College During COVID, Part 2

Tune in to this episode for the latest on education rights and COVID-19.

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A Formula for Success: Natalie Decker Is Driven to Beat Arthritis

NASCAR driver and arthritis warrior Natalie Decker shares her formula to make it to the finish line in this Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast episode.

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The California Coast Classic Is a Family Affair for These Riders

Six Kennedys put their mettle to the pedal at this year’s 21st annual bike tour in support of family and millions who have arthritis.

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Life Threw Her a Curveball, but Jenna Becker’s a Slugger

“Arthritis may be a part of us, but it does not define us. Anything is possible if you believe in yourself.”

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Aspen Finds Her Peace and Place Living With JA

Daughter of Chil Wellness founder has made major progress, thanks to her dad’s natural solutions.

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Arthritis-Related Conditions

During the episode we discuss some of the conditions that commonly go with different types of arthritis and how they are related.

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This SJIA Family Thrives in a New Setting

Diagnosed with systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis at age 2, Cohen's family has rallied around him with love and support.

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Men In Chronic Pain: Being a Dad With Arthritis

Remember: You are not alone. It’s OK to talk about how you feel. And know that me and tens of thousands of other dads living with arthritis are right here if you need us.

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Get the Facts on Gout — A Painful Disease That Targets Men

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Creating a Joint-Friendly Workspace

Listen to the latest episode of the Live Yes! With Arthritis podcast to learn strategies to keep your joints healthy at work.

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Men in Chronic Pain

This June, during Men’s Health Month, we’re focused on helping people with arthritis take back control of their mental and physical health by teaching them when and how to ask for help with pain.

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Turning Aspirations into Goals

In the latest episode of the Live Yes! With Arthritis podcast, Dr. Dawn Eckhoff joined us to discuss the art of goal setting in managing the chronic pain of arthritis.

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My Rheumatoid Arthritis Journey to Wellness and Empowerment

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The First Wealth is Health

In the latest episode of the Live Yes! With Arthritis podcast we talked to Dr. Dattilo about the relationship between body image, self-esteem and arthritis.

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The Core of Our Arthritis Community

More than 250 volunteers provide support and connections as forum moderators and support group facilitators.

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Volunteers Drive Our Advocacy Work

From local communities to state legislatures and policy makers to the federal level, volunteers fuel the Arthritis Foundation’s advocacy success.

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National Volunteer Week Spotlight:Community Leaders Bring Us Closer to a Cure

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National Volunteer Week Spotlight: Community Leaders Bring Us Closer to a Cure

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Tennis Star Caroline Wozniacki Talks About Her RA

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Occupational Therapy Benefits for Arthritis

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Getting Back to Gardening

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New: Virtual Veterans Live Yes! Connect Group

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In a fog with your arthritis

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Mindful Eating & Weight Loss

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Taking Control of My Arthritis Through Advocacy

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JA Mom Urges Families to Join a JA Connect Group

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COVID-19: One Year Later

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A Message of Love for Galentine’s Day

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National Volunteer Week Spotlight: Community Leaders Bring Us Closer to a Cure

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I Hate Arthritis. But I Love Someone Who Has It.

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Medical Cannabis & Arthritis

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#WeLiveYes: Rachel’s COVID-19 Vaccine Journey

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Microbiome, Gut Health & Arthritis: Follow Your Gut?

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Chef Michael Symon’s Recipe for Easing Arthritis Pain

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Honoring the Best in Rheumatology

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I Am Jessica, an Ankylosing Spondylitis and Rheumatoid Arthritis Patient, and Now a COVID-19 Survivor

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Mind Over Stress: Finding the Right Balance

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“I want to find a cure for arthritis. Don’t you?”

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‘Gratifood’ — Giving Thanks for Health and Comfort Foods That Fight Inflammation

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Meaghan Victory Pays it Forward by Caring for Others

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ACR Honors Arthritis Foundation Advisor

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Food as Medicine? Can What We Eat Help Ease Symptoms?

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#LiveYes and Dream Big

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#Live Yes and Be Stronger than JA

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#LiveYes & Fight for Better Access to Care

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Reflecting on the Life and Legacy of Clark Middleton

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Paula Abdul’s Joyful Outlook Keeps Her Dancing Past the Pain

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How a Toe Injury Gave Dr. Travis Stork Arthritis

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Finding Your Fit(ness)

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The Pain Experience is Personal – A Journey of Trial & Error

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It’s Manly to Admit Your Pain – My Journey to Do Just That

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A Remote Bike Ride of a Lifetime

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Sleep & Painsomnia

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Patient Perspectives: Navigating Telemedicine Throughout the Pandemic

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Back to School in COVID-19? Know Your Rights!

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Keep on Movin’ – Don’t Stop!

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Fight or Flight? TeleMental Health to the Rescue!

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Episode 14: Arthritis Pain & Surgery

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#WeLiveYes – Trying Telemedicine

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#WeLiveYes Take Care of Yourself, Emotionally & Physically

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Meet Julie Ann Campbell: One of Our Newest Foundation Sponsored Fellows!

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Chronically Awesome Tips for Working from Home

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“Real Housewives” Star Emily Simpson’s Hip New Reality

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Silver Linings

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The Many Benefits of Walking - On the Latest Episode of the Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast

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Community Threads Drive Fundraising Efforts

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Survive & Thrive: Together in Isolation

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Gerica's Tips for the "New" Normal

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Arthritis Myths? Busted – On the Latest Episode of Live Yes! With Arthritis

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Managing Mental Health & Emotional Wellness: “We Must Go Through Them”

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How Can I Be of Service to Others?

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Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast- Episode 8: Stay Home Ergonomically

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#WeLiveYes – Connect & Care with the Arthritis Community

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Meet Emily Hause: One of Our Newest Foundation-Sponsored Fellows!

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It’s Easy to Walk With Ease

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Teen Fighting JA Says Knowledge Is Power

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Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast- Episode 7: Coronavirus & Arthritis

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A Mother’s Fight to Free Her Son From Pain

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Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast: Episode 6 - Reframing Pain

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The Coronavirus: What People With Arthritis Need to Know

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2020 WTCA Youth National Honorees

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Tackling Relationships & Arthritis - Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast

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For Ana Villafañe, the Stage is a Passion, a Career – and Arthritis Therapy

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Real Talk About Love & Relationships With Arthritis

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Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast: Episode 4 - You Want Me to Exercise?

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Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast – Episode 3: Trendy Diets

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Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast-Episode 2-Mindfulness

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Greyson Chess Keeps Plugging Away

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54 Million Reasons to Give on #GivingTuesday

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Sisters by Birth, Friends by Choice

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Kristen McAllister: She Is Hope and Determination

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Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast-Episode 1

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Dr. Rowland W. (Bing) Chang Becomes an ACR Master

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Not Even Arthritis Can Slow Down This Female NASCAR Driver

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New Mom Says Treat RA Like a Friend

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Finding Her Light Within

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Raising the Patient Voice in the Military

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Elevating the Patient Voice

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Iris Jordan – 2019 Jingle Bell Run National Youth Honoree

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Meet Uptej Khalsa: One of Our Newest Foundation-sponsored Fellows!

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Bonnie Simpson Mason Used to Mend Bones. Now She Nurtures Dreams.

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Meet YOUR Patient Leadership Council

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2019 Live Yes! Conference of Champions — Looking Out for Arthritis Patients

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2019 Evening of Honors: Best of the Best Among Arthritis Volunteers

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So, She Rode Her Bike Down the California Coast

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How Gaye Jacques Is Making Arthritis a Priority in the 2020 Election

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Patients Tell Us About CBD Use

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Dr. Mary Crow, Champion of Yes in New York

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Chicago Area Firefighter Goes All Out to Help Extinguish Arthritis

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New “Lesson Plans” Designed to Improve Patient Outcomes

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Stronger Than Arthritis

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Wait, Kids Get Arthritis?

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It’s Not in Your Head

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It Doesn’t Have to Be Visible to Be Real

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Rose Family: Stronger Together

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Defying Gravity: Athlete and Dancer Reesa Partida Takes RA in Stride

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Embracing the Arthritis Community: What Makes Helen King So Passionate

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Teen Memoir: “My Life Because of You”

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Meg Maley Joins the Arthritis Foundation to #AdvocateforArthritis

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Meet Nikita Goswami, Jane Wyman Foundation-sponsored Pediatric Fellow

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Advocates Share Their Stories to Empower Change

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World Juvenile Arthritis Day: Help Shine a Light on JA

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2019 Advocacy Summit – A Busy First Day Readies Advocates for a Day on Capitol Hill

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Movie Maker Deborah Snyder Knows What Real Super Power Is

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Arthritis Warrior Crosses the Finish Line After Years of Obstacles

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Live Yes! Connect for JA Parents: Q&A with Jessica Ward, JA Parent Facilitator

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The Layers of Paige Goehner, JA Kid and Food Network’s “Kids Baking Championship” Season Six Contestant

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A Shining Star in the Kitchen and Beyond: Paige Goehner, Food Network’s “Kids Baking Championship” Season Six Contestant and JA Kid

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Stories of Yes

Stories of Yes Archive

Ana Villafañe Puts Arthritis in the Spotlight

From Ice Rinks to Runways

Championing Change for Arthritis

Abigail Grace Earns Generational Impact Award

Taylor Trotter Shares Daughter’s JA Journey

Jack, 6, Is Wise Beyond His Years

Kiana Finds Strength in the Face of Adversity

Mary Jo McBride: Leading by Example

Siya: Our Struggle & Feelings Are Real

Lisa Reinstein Finds Connections Across the Globe Online

Andrea Reed: On a Journey Toward Wellness

Tonya Horton: Thriving With Osteoarthritis

Joel Young: Coming Home to His Cause

Courage to Keep Going With Juvenile Arthritis

Michelle Castro: Serving Others as Advocate, Author and Leader

Jin Lee Puts Skills to Work for Arthritis Patients

Sheila Cline Rides Her Way to Fight Arthritis

Krendra Harralson: Driven by Purpose and Honor

Talisa King Finds Love and Activism After RA

Family Funds Pediatric Rheumatologist

Dr. Julie Campbell, Pediatric Rheumatologist in Montana

Remembering Haydee Sedlmeier and her legacy

Making Connections That Make a Difference

A Researcher Joins the Mission to Make a Difference

Raising Voices for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Christine Cicio: Amplifying Our Impact

Walking and Winning as a Team

Closing the pediatric rheumatology gap

Daughter’s Arthritis Drives Parents to Action

Teen with JA Puts Skills to Fundraising

JA Camp Changed His Life

Measuring the Many Costs of Arthritis

Jennifer Ziegler: Empowered to Help Others Living With Arthritis

Jenn McGinnis Pedals CCC for Kids With JA

This Theater Executive Won’t Be Upstaged by Arthritis

Dr. Ashira Blazer: Racial Equity in Health Care

Rev. Dr. Teoma Loeb: A Calling to Heal

Dr. Michael Parks: Patient Relations

Speaking Up for Arthritis Patients

A JA Family Thrives in a New Setting

Stella: Nerves of Steel Despite JA

Military Vet Supports Other Vets Through Arthritis Group

DEI Grant Exposes Residents to Rheumatology

Breaking Down Barriers in Lupus Care

The Power of Connection

Understanding Delays in AS Diagnosis

Dr. Angela Chun Receives 2022 DEI Award

Unraveling the Social Barriers to Pediatric Rheumatology Care

Abby Kasprowicz Honored for Advocacy Work

Katie Karr: A Leader in Advocacy

Macy Coad Honored for Advocacy Work

A Virtual Solution to Increasing Diversity in the Rheumatology Workforce

Edwin Segarra: Coping by Giving Back

Clare Peckenpaugh: Arthritis Leads to Nursing

Braylin Buchanan’s JA Journey

Dr. Solomon Researching Refractory RA

Doctor Provides Arthritis Care to Veterans

Doctor/Organizers Enjoy the JA Family Summit

Breaking Down Barrier to Knee Surgery

Grant to Diversify Pediatric Rheumatologists

Telemedicine Benefits Patients and Doctors

Kelly Beerman: Riding to Fight Arthritis

Funding Goes to Diversifying Rheumatology

Funding Targets Barriers to Care in JA

How Do Social Factors Affect JA Outcomes?

Research: Why Drugs Fail Some RA Patients

Carlos Câmara: Cycling to Fight Arthritis

Erika Warner Poland: Arthritis Support for the LGBTQIA+ Community

Dealing With Gout Support Group

Student With JA Finds Hope as Junior Advocacy Ambassador and Fundraiser

Evette Holloway: Serving Up Support

Ian Hochstetler Finds Ways to Win

Dink for a Cure: Arthritis Fundraiser

Rheumatologist Seeks Answers for RA

2023 Champion Award Winner Derek Engfelt

Dr. Robin Dore Wins Top Volunteer Award

Shelly Umstot: A Nurse Becomes a Patient