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Advocacy in Alabama

You can help fight barriers to care for you and your loved ones by joining the Arthritis Foundation’s advocacy program. Learn more about the thousands of Alabama citizens subject to activity limitations caused by arthritis.

Arthritis in Alabama

33.5%

population in Alabama
affected by arthritis.

1.2M

adults living with diagnosed
arthritis in the state

708K

adults have activity
limitations caused by arthritis
 

53.1%

adults with arthritis
have work limitations

Make Your Voice Heard in our Action Center  
Check out our Action Center that makes taking action simple and easy – learn about your legislator, track legislation, become an Advocate and more! 

State Fact Sheet 
Find out how arthritis affects people in Alabama and what you can do to make a difference. 

State of Your Health
If you are experiencing a barrier to care, you should contact your insurance commissioner, who can help address your situation. Please be sure to view our Alabama Department of Insurance fact sheet that gives instructions on how to appeal, request an external review or file a complaint with your insurance commissioner. 

Story Bank

Share Your Story

You are the expert of your own experience with arthritis. Share your story with us today!
 

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Advocate for What's Right

As an Arthritis Advocate, you’ll feel good about taking action to make health care more accessible. Help shift the policy and public perception that affects those living with arthritis.

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