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Advocacy in Connecticut

Arthritis affects roughly 25 percent of residents living in the state of Connecticut. With your help, we can break down barriers to care for 690,000 citizens of Connecticut by raising awareness for advocacy. Join the Arthritis Foundation’s advocacy program.

Arthritis in Connecticut

25.1%

population in Connecticut
is affected by arthritis

690K

adults living with diagnosed
arthritis in the state

328K

adults in Connecticut have activity
limitations caused by arthritis

34.7%

adults in Connecticut with
arthritis have activity limitations

Make Your Voice Heard in our Action Center
Check out our central hub 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 Connecticut 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 Connecticut Insurance Department fact sheet that gives instructions on how to appeal, request an external review or file a complaint with your insurance commissioner.

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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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