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.
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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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Tips to Manage Your Weight
Your weight plays a big role in how bad your arthritis symptoms are. Get useful tools from experts to help manage your weight to help improve your pain and mobility.
Register TodayLatest Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast Episode
2024 Top Episode Takeaways & Mailbag
In this episode of the Live Yes! With Arthritis podcast, we revisit the top takeaways from some of 2024’s most popular and intriguing podcast episodes, and answer listeners’ most pressing questions.
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Arthritis E-Books
The Benefits of Good Gut Health
In this free e-book, you’ll discover why maintaining a healthy, balanced gut microbiome can ease your arthritis symptoms and improve overall well-being.
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
Sheila Cline Rides Her Way to Fight Arthritis
Virtual Ride Your Way cycling lets her support people with arthritis at her own pace.2025 Medicare and Marketplace Changes
Changes to Medicare Part D and Marketplace insurance may help you afford health care.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.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.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.Development Program for Underrepresented Medical Students and Residents
Arthritis Foundation partners with AOFAS to increase foot and ankle arthritis providers.Stay in the Know. Live in the Yes.
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