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PREDICT YOUR JOINT PAIN YOUR LOCAL WEATHER
Predict your joint pain level based on the local weather.
Read about the causes and symptoms of this autoimmune disease and how it is treated.
RA Treatment: Early Is Best
RA Pain Relief Without Drugs
Nutrition Guidelines for RA
What You Need to Know About RA
Learn about the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and how it’s diagnosed.
Show ArticlesWhat Is Rheumatoid Arthritis?
What you need to know about living with this autoimmune disease.
Early Signs & Symptoms
The earlier you spot the signs and symptoms of RA, the sooner you can start treatment – and stop joint damage.
How RA Is Diagnosed
Your doctor will use blood tests and other methods to determine if you have RA.
RA: Then & Now
Advances in rheumatoid arthritis treatments are making life easier for people with this autoimmune condition.
Who Gets RA and Why
Discover what researchers believe to be the causes of rheumatoid arthritis.
Show ArticlesWho Gets RA?
Rheumatoid arthritis affects 1.5 million people in the U.S. Find out who is at risk.
Gender Differences in RA
Men are less likely to develop rheumatoid arthritis, and their experience with the disease differs from women in only a few key ways.
Menopause Increases Risk of RA
What does research say about the relationship between menopause and RA risk and severity?
What Causes Rheumatoid Arthritis?
A combination of genetic and environmental factors interact to cause this autoimmune condition.
Can Smoking Trigger Autoimmunity in RA?
Scientists seek to connect the dots between smoking and rheumatoid arthritis.
Can Genetic Testing Determine Your Arthritis Risk?
What direct-to-consumer genetic testing can --and can’t -- tell you about arthritis and your health.
Gut Bacteria Link to Rheumatoid Arthritis
Bacteria in the digestive system might predict who may develop RA, and help scientists develop novel therapies for the disease.
Having RA: What to Expect
Understand the effects of RA on your joints and your whole body.
Show ArticlesHow Will Rheumatoid Arthritis Affect You?
RA is going to change the way you approach everyday activities, but key steps can keep your life active and fulfilling.
Pain & Fatigue
Learn tried and true methods to control these common RA symptoms.
Coping With an Arthritis Flare
Don’t let arthritis flares derail your day. Here are tips for coping with increased pain and other symptoms.
Rheumatoid Arthritis: Will I Need Surgery?
When medications aren't enough to control pain and joint damage, surgery can be an option.
Effects on Body & Health
In addition to joints, RA – and, sometimes, its treatments – can affect everything from organs to the circulatory and nervous systems.
Life Changes
Having rheumatoid arthritis can take an emotional – as well as physical toll. Here are tips for coping.
RA Treatment Plan
Find out about the treatment options are for RA and reaching the goal of remission.
Show ArticlesMedications Overview
From simple analgesics to cutting-edge biologic treatments, a wealth of options is available to treat rheumatoid arthritis.
Treatment Choices
Choosing an RA treatment means understanding all the options, from mediations, to surgeries and even alternative therapies.
Ongoing Medical Care
RA treatment requires frequent tests and check-ins with your doctor. Don’t skip these important milestones.
Remission
The ultimate goal of RA treatment is remission. And yes, it is possible.
Daily Life With RA
Learn how managing your overall health can improve your RA symptoms as well.
Show ArticlesManaging Your Medications
Learn how the medications that treat RA can affect you.
Staying Active
Yes you can – and should exercise with RA. Here’s how to get started.
Nutrition
Following a nutritious diet and adding foods that fight inflammation can help you better manage your RA.
Rheumatoid Arthritis News
Antibiotics May Relieve Low Back Pain for Some Patients
(05/24/2013)
Study draws skepticism and needs further research.
Bisphosphonates May Reduce Heart Attack Risk in RA Patients
(05/10/2013)
Preliminary study finds a benefit, but follow-up studies are needed.
Most Adults with Arthritis Don’t Walk Enough
(05/03/2013)
Despite the proven benefits for arthritis, many have a hard time getting started.
Study Finds Corticosteroids May Raise Blood Clot Risk
(04/25/2013)
People who use them for inflammatory arthritis should be aware of the link.
Top Reasons for Falls in RA Patients
(03/29/2013)
Researchers learn why people with rheumatoid arthritis are more likely to fall than others.
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