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Advocacy in Kansas

Join the fight to help raise awareness about arthritis and eliminate barriers to care. Joining the Arthritis Foundation’s advocacy program will give you a chance to stand up for the 536,000 Kansas residents diagnosed with arthritis.

25%

population in Kansas is
affected by arthritis

536K

adults living with diagnosed
arthritis in the state

258K

adults in Kansas have activity
limitations caused by arthritis

36.4%

adults in Kansas with arthritis
have work 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 Kansas 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 Kansas Insurance Department 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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