Rheumatoid Arthritis and COVID-19Since late 2019, COVID-19 has become a household name. It has changed many aspects of daily life. Especially for those living with chronic conditions. "Quarantine," "social distancing," and "herd immunity"... By Editorial TeamJuly 1, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Telling Your Story May Be Good for Your Health“While writing about my health issues has not cured them, it has helped me develop better coping skills and even contributed to better management of my symptoms (and I could... By Editorial TeamMay 11, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Target Weighted Blanket Giveaway!This giveaway has now ended! Here at RheumatoidArthritis.net, we are celebrating Arthritis Awareness Month this May. The theme is RA Tells a Complex Story. We believe the RA journey looks... By Editorial TeamMay 9, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
RA Tells a Complex Story: Arthritis Awareness Month 2021May marks Arthritis Awareness Month! Awareness of life with rheumatoid arthritis is important for caregivers, healthcare providers, and those living with RA. It is also important for everybody else! We... By Editorial TeamMay 1, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Amplifying Black Voices: How Healthcare Providers Can Better Serve the CommunityFor our Amplifying Black Voices series, we are exploring how bias in healthcare affects the quality of life for Black people living with autoimmune conditions. Science shows that biases and... By Editorial TeamApril 20, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Amplifying Black Advocate Voices: How Bias Has Affected My Patient JourneyBeing diagnosed with an autoimmune condition like rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can take years. Many people report their early symptoms were dismissed by doctors or they were misdiagnosed. This delays treatment... By Editorial TeamFebruary 10, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Others May Not “See” It, But I Feel ItDuring Invisible Illness Awareness Week, we want to recognize and shed light on all those affected by an illness that may go unnoticed despite the major impact your illness has... By Editorial TeamOctober 14, 2020Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Life with RA: Interview with WrenThe Editorial Team at RheumatoidArthritis.net had the opportunity to interview Wren, a contributor for our online community since 2015. In this brief interview, Wren opens up about her frustrations with... By Editorial TeamAugust 25, 2020Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
My Life with RA: Mariah Zebrowski LeachThe Editorial Team at RheumatoidArthritis.net had the opportunity to interview Mariah Zebrowski Leach. Since her first article in 2013, Mariah has documented and shared her experience of living with rheumatoid... By Editorial TeamJuly 27, 2020Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
My Life with RA: Carla KienastOur Editorial Team spoke with Carla Kienast, an advocate for the RheumatoidArthritis.net community who has been writing about her rheumatoid arthritis (RA) journey since 2014. Carla was diagnosed with RA... By Editorial TeamJuly 13, 2020Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Brain Fog: The Impact of RA on Mental FunctioningResults from the 2019 RA In America Survey showed that 61 percent of survey participants living with RA experienced brain fog within the last month of taking the survey. Along... By Editorial TeamMay 29, 2020Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
Managing a New Rheumatoid Arthritis DiagnosisA rheumatoid arthritis (RA)diagnosis brings about various challenges and a range of emotions from grief to relief. Results from the 2019 RA In America Survey highlights one of many aspects... By Editorial TeamMay 22, 2020Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Personal Stories of Seronegative RAWhat is seronegative rheumatoid arthritis (RA)? In simple terms, a diagnosis of seronegative RA is given when a person has strong symptoms of RA but tests negative in their bloodwork... By Editorial TeamMay 15, 2020Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
How to Help when a Loved One Is Having an RA FlareWhen a loved one is having a flare, it might not be obvious how to help—especially when that loved one does not ask for assistance. Of course, almost everyone would... By Editorial TeamMay 12, 2020Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
RA Fatigue Affects Every Aspect of LifeIt often feels like there aren't any specific words to describe rheumatoid arthritis (RA) fatigue and how it makes us feel. Fatigue is one of the hardest symptoms to cope... By Editorial TeamMay 8, 2020Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How Are Other People Managing Sleep Problems with RA?Sleep issues are common in many people living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). In fact, results from the 2019 RA In America Survey showed that 80 percent of survey participants living... By Editorial TeamMay 1, 2020Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
More Than Joint Pain: Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Month 2020May marks Arthritis Awareness Month. Now more than ever, let's bring awareness to what it's like to live with rheumatoid arthritis. This year, we’re all about making your voice heard... By Editorial TeamMay 1, 2020Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
$100 Vionic Shoes Gift Card Giveaway! - CLOSEDThis giveaway has now closed! Here at RheumatoidArthritis.net, we’re choosing to celebrate Arthritis Awareness Month this May by bringing attention to rheumatoid arthritis. Participate with us by sharing and connecting... By Editorial TeamMay 1, 2020Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
Mental Health Month 2020: Not Just In Your HeadFor a long time, we said mental health happens in the mind and the body is just along for the ride. People who've experienced stress, anxiety, depression, or even minor... By Editorial TeamApril 30, 2020Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
I Am More Than My Diagnosis: A Year in ReviewAs this community and our sister communities grow, one universal truth is clear: people are more than just their diagnoses. As 2019 comes to a close and a new year... By Editorial TeamJanuary 6, 2020Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
