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'); About Arthritis Common Topics Do I Have Arthritis? Think you may have arthritis? Learn about the four most common warning signs. Diagnosing Arthritis Information about symptoms, health and lifestyle habits will help determine the type of arthritis you have. Self-Management: What You Need to Know Follow these eight self-management habits to help you take control of your arthritis. Understanding Arthritis Arthritis Types More About Arthritis Where it Hurts Related Conditions Treatments Common Topics Treating Arthritis with a Total Wellness Plan Get more information about treatment goals for inflammatory arthritis, which includes both pain management and the prevention of joint and organ damage. 8 Natural Pain Solutions for Arthritis Learn eight ways to relieve arthritis symptoms besides medication. 10 Tips for Managing Arthritis Care Costs Read these 10 tip on managing and reducing arthritis care costs. Treatment Plan Drug Guide Joint Surgery Complementary Therapies Insurance Management Healthy Living Common Topics The Ultimate Arthritis Diet Learn which foods from the Mediterranean diet can help fight inflammation caused by arthritis. QUIZ: Managing Your Pain Over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers are easy to buy but can cause harm when not taken as directed. Test your knowledge about taking acetaminophen and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). How Stress Affects Arthritis Having a chronic disease like arthritis affects many aspects of daily living and can cause stress. Learn coping strategies dealing with stress. Managing Pain Recipes Nutrition Physical Activity Emotional Well-being Daily Living Family & Relationships Juvenile Arthritis Professionals Science Get Involved Common Topics Action Center Take action today - use the resources here to learn who your elected officials are, what opportunities we have to advocate from the comfort of your own home, federal and state legislation, and more! Live Yes! INSIGHTS Share your experience in a 10-minute assessment to be among those changing the future of arthritis. Live Yes! Podcast You may have arthritis, but it doesn't have you. The Arthritis Foundation’s one-of-a-kind podcast. Hosted by patients, for patients. Advocacy Ways to Give Events Volunteer Partnership Live Yes! Arthritis Network Donate Your Local Area Sign In Popular Search arthritis gout home ja Suggested Content Article Rx for Access Online resource that helps patients better understand health coverage options, choose the right coverage, manage the denial process and reduce health care costs. Article Do I Have Arthritis? Think you may have arthritis? Learn about the four most common warning signs. Article Gout Gout is an inflammatory type of arthritis that more commonly affects men. Walk Your Way to Cure Arthritis From all walks of life, Champions of Yes are coming together for the WALK to CURE Arthritis. Be part of it. Take Your Next Step Joint Pain Solutions Webinar April 7th | 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM ET | Join a panel of health care professionals representing pain management, physical therapy, occupational therapy and orthopedics as they discuss pain relief solutions for the upper body joints. Learn More Shape the future of arthritis. Take the INSIGHTS survey today! Take Survey Quick Links COVID-19 Updates Pain Resources Newly Diagnosed Connect Group Online Community Share Your Experience Connect Today Be Part of the Community Arthritis isn’t just physically painful but can also be isolating and discouraging. Connect with our community of hope and action to find your Yes. Connect and say Yes! Our Impact $500M+ Invested in Arthritis Research 190+ Support Groups Formed 3,500+ Leadership Volunteers Thank You to Our Volunteers! Arthritis Foundation volunteers lead our community’s mission forward, making a difference locally and for millions of families nationwide. Get Involved A Mandate for Action In an ongoing series, this initial report highlights results from Live Yes! INSIGHTS surveys, the largest data collection in the Arthritis Foundation’s history. See Findings Demand Action Advocates engage in key policy issues that affect people with arthritis, on both the state and federal levels. Advocate Now Jessica's Story My Battle With COVID-19 Jessica, who has both ankylosing spondylitis and rheumatoid arthritis, shares her experience with COVID-19. Read Her Story Chef Symon's Story Recipe for Easing Arthritis Pain Chef Michael Symon focuses on diet modifications and staying active to ease his arthritis pain. Read His Story Rachel's Story Why I Chose to Get the COVID-19 Vaccine Rachel, who has rheumatoid arthritis and is a social worker intern in a hospital, discusses why she chose to get vaccinated. Read Her Story Stay in the Know. Live in the Yes. Get involved with the arthritis community. Tell us a little about yourself and, based on your interests, you’ll receive emails packed with the latest information and resources to live your best life and connect with others. Get Involved Live Yes! Arthritis Network Live Yes! Connect Group Live Yes! 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Donate Ways to Give Every gift to the Arthritis Foundation will help people with arthritis across the U.S. live their best life. Whether it is supporting cutting-edge research, 24/7 access to one-on-one support, resources and tools for daily living, and more, your gift will be life-changing. Make a Donation Help millions of people live with less pain and fund groundbreaking research to discover a cure for this devastating disease. Please, make your urgently-needed donation to the Arthritis Foundation now! Become a Member Become an Arthritis Foundation member today for just $20 and you'll receive access to helpful tools..... and more. Make a Honor or Memorial Gift Honor a loved one with a meaningful donation to the Arthritis Foundation. We'll send a handwritten card to the honoree or their family notifying them of your thoughtful gift. Gift Planning I want information on ways to remember the AF in my will, trust or other financial planning vehicles. 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