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What is this thing called joint protection? Or, how to keep your joints strong and stable

By Kat Elton - September 25, 2016

My first professional job was as an occupational therapist in a rehabilitation hospital. I was 25 and had 23 years of JRA under my belt. At the time, I was living the... READ MORE

When Your Loved One Has RA

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By Mariah Z. Leach - September 23, 2016

A diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) impacts more than just the person who receives it. Even if you have no personal experience living with a chronic illness, if your loved one has... READ MORE

Inflamed Brain

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By Michael Booth - September 22, 2016

On July 1st of 2016, the Rheumatology Research Foundation announced 85 recipients of education, training, and research funding. The financial awards serve various functions: “One example is the Investigator Award, which encourages... READ MORE

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Enjoying the pain

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By Engineer Waheed - September 21, 2016

Rheumatoid arthritis or RA is an autoimmune disease. Autoimmune disease may occur when the body’s immune system begins to see his own body as an enemy and attack it in a way... READ MORE

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By king - September 21, 2016

Im a 60 year old male been told I have RA in my hips and lower back. I also have a pacemaker and have been told to go gluten free. I am... READ MORE

Just diagnosed

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By weezy65 - September 19, 2016

I have just been dx with RA. Scared of course and wondering about life what will come next? Looking back, I think it has been trying to come out for about a... READ MORE

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