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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Upcoming Webinars or Watch On-Demand
Movement & Arthritis
Think staying physically active is too painful? Watch this webinar to learn about different ways to exercise and how they can ease arthritis pain and help your joints.
Register TodayLatest Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast Episode
Two Moms on Starting a Family With Arthritis
In this episode of the Live Yes! With Arthritis podcast, two moms with arthritis discuss their prepartum, pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum experiences and more.
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Arthritis E-Books
Juvenile Arthritis: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatments
There are many types of juvenile arthritis and related rheumatic conditions, which affect hundreds of thousands of children in the U.S. — from infants to teenagers. Learn the early signs and symptoms of these diseases and how they are diagnosed and treated.
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
Weight Management Position Statement
Addressing healthy weight and treating obesity as a chronic disease improves lives of those with arthritis.Taylor Trotter Shares Daughter’s JA Journey
Paisley has bravely dealt with juvenile arthritis since she was 5 years old.SCOTUS Rules for No-Cost Preventive Services
Supreme Court protects preventive services free to patients in Kennedy v. Braidwood ruling.Federal Cuts Are Impacting Arthritis Patients
Capitol Hill briefing: Federal cuts have dire impacts on people with arthritis.Abigail Grace Earns Generational Impact Award
This teen turns her experience with juvenile arthritis into an opportunity to help others.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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