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 TeamBookmark 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 TeamBookmark 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 TeamBookmark 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 TeamBookmark 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 TeamBookmark 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 TeamBookmark 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 TeamBookmark 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 TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 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 TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments9 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 TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 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 TeamBookmark 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 TeamBookmark 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 TeamBookmark 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 TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Mental Health Month 2019Each May, we take time to remind ourselves to care for our mental health. This year, the idea of physical vs. mental health is on our minds. Mental Health Month... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
RA - More Than JUST JointsAs those living with RA, we know that it's so much more than just joint pain. RA can affect our eyes, lungs, heart, and our overall well-being. Over the month... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Spotlight- Travel and RATraveling when living with the day to day pain, stiffness and fatigue associated with RA can be challenging. Whether you are traveling with medications, traveling back and forth to doctor's... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Spotlight - Weather and RAWeather changes can happen all year long, no matter where we are in the world. Rain, snow, humidity, hot, or cold weather may impact our joints or could trigger a... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Spotlight: Nutrition & HealthThis month RheumatoidArthritis.net is focusing on Nutrition & Health. While nutrition and diet may be difficult to manage it can be an important best practice. Over the month of March... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Spotlight on: #SelfCareAwareLiving with rheumatoid arthritis isn’t easy. Some days, it’s hard to muster up the energy to get out of bed. However, it can be an important part of your day... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
