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What you need to know if you’re newly diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis.

Arthritis Today magazine, published by the Arthritis Foundation, has produced a new publication especially for people who are newly diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis.

This full-size, 24-page magazine is packed with information that can help you live well with RA, including:

• Must-know facts on RA and its effect on the body
• The latest on treatments and alternative therapies
• Lots of tips to make daily life easier
• Stories about people just like you who are living with RA

It is the perfect resource if you’re just learning about how this disease will affect your life.

Thanks to Bristol-Myers Squibb, the exclusive advertiser, this publication is available to you at no cost in the Arthritis Foundation Online Store.

All content for RA & You was developed independently by the experts you trust at the Arthritis Foundation.

Nora

02 Feb 2012, 14:02

For those living in the LA area, UCLA is conducting a 12-week research study using milnacipran for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and related pain. If you are 55 years of age or older, not currently receiving any medical treatment with effective medications, you may qualify. Evaluation and study drug are provided at no charge. For more information, call UCLA at (310) 794-9523.

Thank you.

judith

19 Jan 2012, 20:37

I have had r/a for 7 years i am now getting to the point of not being able to take care of myself. i don't know what to do. very scared

SUSAN

24 Dec 2011, 07:31

TO MICHAELENA. DON'T FEEL BAD . I AM 63 AND ALL MY LIFE HAD INSURANCE AND NOW AETNA DECLINED ME DUE TO MY CONDITION'S . I HAVE HAD 32 SURGERY'S IN MY LIFE AND NOW OF ALL THINGS I HAVE ONE OF THE 100 DIFFERENT KINDS OF RA ARTHRITIS THERE IS AND I DON'T THINK I CAN TAKE ANOTHER MONTH OF THIS TERRIBLE PAIN. I SLEEP ALL DAY. I GO TO BED WITH MY HUSBAND OF 45 1/2 YEARS BETWEEN 8 PM AND 10 PM BUT NO MATTER WHAT I WAKE AT 1 AM AND SOME TIMES NEED TO WAKE MY HUSBAND TO CARRY ME TO THE BATHROOM THEN I'M AWAKE AND NEED MY PAIN PILL . I HAVE A VERY KIND DR. WHO WILL GIVE ME MY PRESCRIPTION BUT I NEED LAB ASAP BUT CAN NOT PAY $700.00 AS THAT IS THE COST WITH OUT INSURANCE. I AM WRITTING GOVERNOR JERRY BROWN AND OUR CALIF ATTORNEY GENERAL FOR WHAT THEY HAVE DONE TO ME AT A TIME LIKE THIS IN MY LIFE AND TRUST ME. I HAVE WROTE THEM BEFORE AND THEY TAKE ACTION ASAP AND I WILL SUE THIS AETMA FOR WHAT THEY CAN NOT DO BUT DID TO ME. I HAVE TRYED AND TRYED TO GET DISILITY BUT 3 TIMES TURNED DOWN. NO ONE CARE'S. THE UNDERWRITTER AT AETNA TOLD ME ( WELL LADY JUST THINK IN A FEW YEARS YOU WILL BE ON MEDICARE AND YOU WILL HAVE COVERAGE . I AKED HIM ? SO WHAT DO I DO NOW. ? HE SAID . JUST LIKE OTHER PEOPLE DO SUFFER. CAN YOU BELIEVE THAT ??

Sonya Hernandez

29 Aug 2011, 20:04

To Michaelena Leach, I was diagnosed w/ RA 9 yrs ago and the first yr I tried many different drugs that all had side effects on me. For 8 yrs now I have not been on any drugs and have lived with the pain you know. 7 yrs. ago the joints on my arm fused together at the elbow and is now stationary at a 90 degree angle. For years now I have been on a supplement product called "Reliv" They have a basic product called Classic and a product called Arthafect. I also take the Fiberrestore and Energizer. I will not try and sell you on these products...all I ask is you research them and learn about the products. This is what I take, NO drugs. I do still have pain but these products are better than nothing and I think I would be alot worse off. I am 37 yrs. old w/ two young kids and a husband so life is hard enough without the added physical challenges we deal with each day. I will add you to my prayers..God Bless.

margaret a faichney

02 Jun 2011, 07:21

high,im so glad to be here ive been diagnosed with many diffrent afflictions in which i find hard to live with,i have osteoarthritis,severe fatigue,stenosis in neck,collapsed vertibrae 4L/5L but the one that gets everybody is steven johnstone syndrome i got it through a blood transfusion 25 yrs ago yesterday basicaly i cant take pain relief off any kind from paracetamol too morphine anything to do with cough bottles or certain herbs gingsing,yohoba,royal jelly i cant go near,i try keep active everyday but its hard when your mind is willing but your body isnt if its not pain its fatigue that puts a stop to it , get headaches from the stenosis in my neck alot more tension i feel sick when i eat icant be out in sun for the headaches luckily we dont get much in scotland

Michaelena Leach

17 Apr 2011, 10:26

I was diagnosed with RA, fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis. Back in sept. I lost my job and I recieved medical assistance. Now I am getting unemployment and I am not elegible for medical assistance. I have no insurance and my income is limited to my bills. I am applying for Social Security Disability at this time. In December I lost my insurance and My doctor took me off of all my meds because I needed to be monitored on them. I have been dealing with the pain every day and I can't handle it any more. I got approved for a free clinic in my town but they have no meds for any of my diagnoses except depression. I don't know what to do or who to turn to. I would really appreciate some help with this situation.

Thank you
Michaelena Leach

Valerie Jump

05 Apr 2011, 08:13

Myself and my 14 yr old grand-daughter both have RA. My daughter is interested in teaching a swim exercise class at our local pool this summer. Where can we get the info she needs to complete class? We have several people in our small town that would benfit greatly! We live in a rural area of Texas and resources are limited. Can you help us? thanks.

Setheenese Thomas

27 Mar 2011, 15:49

Hi today I saw the RA & You copy above with the mother and daughter, it was very informative. I am a massage therapist and would like to know how could I get a several copies of that magazine. I have clients that would be interested in reading this magazine because they suffer with RA. I'm sure they would be interested in subscribing once they see this publication. Thank you

Bobbi Johnson

16 Mar 2011, 12:57

I am looking for a way to get some free informational pamphlets/goodies to give out at our First Annual Free Community Wellness Fair being sponsored by my church. I would appreciate anything you could offer. My contact info is:
Bobbi Johnson
412-862-5919
Address: 72 Harper Street
Atoka, TN 38004
Thank you for your assistance.
Bobbi Johnsom\n

Kittie Smith

02 Dec 2010, 23:43

I'm in pain every day and can't take R/A med's i hurt from the moment I get up all the time I need help

sue rubenzer

28 Jun 2010, 12:12

Why so little information on polymyalgia Rheumatica? where can I find more information on meds and treatment?

Marie Waziak

01 Jun 2010, 11:38

to whom it may concern:
i have two questions. i was wondering if i can subscribe to RA and you. also i was wondering if i can find a support group around my area. the closer the better. can u please let me know asap or where i have to go to get my answers please. thank u for your time.

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