Beyond Exhaustion: How Life Changes with FatigueFatigue: It’s not “just being tired”, and it’s an experience that individuals living with a chronic health condition know all too well. Fatigue can impact every aspect of daily life... By Editorial TeamNovember 2, 2020Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
We Need to Talk About RA FatigueFatigue is a symptom of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) that affects various aspects of life. RA fatigue is more than “just tired.” Fatigue brings not only severe exhaustion but also decreased... By Editorial TeamOctober 9, 2020Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Infographic: Pain Management Treatment and CareIn September of 2019, Health Union (the parent company of RheumatoidArthritis.net) partnered with the US Pain Foundation for our first ever Chronic Pain in America survey to ask members of... By Editorial TeamAugust 27, 2020Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Pain Is Common & Constant: The Impact on Quality of LifeIn September of 2019, Health Union (the parent company of rheumatoidarthritis.net) partnered with the US Pain Foundation for our first ever Chronic Pain in America survey to ask members of... By Editorial TeamMay 18, 2020Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Bringing Our RA Experiences Together - Results from the 2019 RA In America SurveyLife with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can often feel lonely, especially when we are misunderstood by friends, family, and even healthcare providers. As isolating as RA can be, you are not... By Editorial TeamDecember 3, 2019Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
I’m Here. How Can I Help? 5 Ways to Be SupportiveThere’s a lot of pressure and misunderstanding about mental health. Knowing what to say and do can be tricky. You can be a positive force for friends and loved ones... By Editorial TeamMay 30, 2019Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
10 Ways to Balance Body and MindMental and physical health are intrinsically linked. Managing the stresses of a physical condition can be mentally and emotionally exhausting. Here we share 10 strategies for coping when you’re feeling... By Editorial TeamMay 16, 2019Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Me & My Doctor: Results from Our HCP Satisfaction SurveyWhat matters the most in your treatment? Chances are, your healthcare team makes a big difference in how you feel about your care. A good doctor-patient relationship can help you... By Editorial TeamMarch 11, 2019Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
2018 Year in Review ... By Editorial TeamJanuary 8, 2019Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
The Impact of RA on Quality of Life - Results From the 2018 RA In America SurveyRA comes with a slew of symptoms that impact the day-to-day of those who live with it. Fatigue, pain, stiffness, inflammation, and difficulty sleeping can quite gravely impact the quality... By Editorial TeamSeptember 25, 2018Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments14 comments
The Emotional Toll of Chronic IllnessTrigger WarningThe content includes information related to mental and emotional distress and it might be upsetting to some people. If you or someone you know have thoughts of suicide, have... By Editorial TeamMay 15, 2018Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
RA: Not Just Joints or Bones But So Much MoreThe Rheumatoid Arthritis In America 2017 online survey gathered insights from over 3,000 individuals currently diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). For most people RA means stiff, painful joints in different parts... By Editorial TeamAugust 30, 2017Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments20 comments
Show Me (more than) the Money! Results from the Cost of Care SurveyCost is a major factor in managing a chronic health condition, such as RA. There are many things people do to save money and cut costs, but not everyone is... By Editorial TeamJanuary 30, 2017Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Challenges of Living with an Invisible IllnessLiving with a chronic condition like Rheumatoid Arthritis comes with a variety of challenges, one of the biggest ones being that RA is essentially an "invisible illness". The pain, the... By Editorial TeamDecember 13, 2016Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
You, Health Information, & the InternetThe internet and social media are amazing resources for people seeking health information, especially for people living with chronic conditions. While many people appreciate having quick access to a great... By Editorial TeamOctober 11, 2016Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
RA in America 2015The RA In America 2015 online survey was conducted learn about life with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) from over 3,100 individuals who are living with RA. The 2015 survey continued to... By Editorial TeamOctober 29, 2015Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tips for traveling with RAGoing on a trip? Don’t leave home without these tips on traveling with RA. Whether you're going on a flight, a train, or by car - we hope these ideas... By Editorial TeamMarch 6, 2015Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Memorable quotes of 2014Throughout the year, hundreds of our community members graciously shared their stories about living with RA, how this condition has had an impact on their lives, and much, much more!... By Editorial TeamJanuary 23, 2015Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
You know you have RA when...There are RA symptoms that we experience every day that aren’t part of a doctor’s work-up. Here's what you had to say about the reality of daily life with RA... By Editorial TeamSeptember 26, 2014Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Strategies for dealing with RA fatigueFatigue is a real, incapacitating, and poorly understood aspect of rheumatoid arthritis, so it’s important to learn how to manage it. Here are some strategies for dealing with fatigue, based on... By Editorial TeamSeptember 19, 2014Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
