What I’ve Learned From the RA CommunityThe rheumatoid arthritis (RA) community is diverse. It is full of people from all ages, genders, and geographic locations. The RA community is also full of support. People looking for... By RheumatoidArthritis.net Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
CINCOM Hand Massager Giveaway*The CINCOM Hand Massager Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! This May, we are celebrating Arthritis Awareness Month with the theme "Togetherness Powers Our RA Community" as... By RheumatoidArthritis.net Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
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 Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 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 Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 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 Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 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 Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 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 Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 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 Team 6 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 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 Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 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 Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 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 Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 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 Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 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 Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 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 Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 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 Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 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 Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
