Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States. It occurs in numerous forms, such as osteoarthritis, bacterial arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. The Arthritis Foundation provides many resources to help those with arthritis.
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Exercise programs such as Tai Chi, Walk with Ease and Aquatics are discussed and links are provided to find local resources. Arthritis Today provides an amazing amount of information about conditions of the disease and more.
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Anyone with arthritis or that knows someone with arthritis can find large amounts of valuable information on The Arthritis Foundation websites. Even an Arthritis Weather Index is included.
“The Arthritis Foundation is the only national not-for-profit organization that supports the more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions. Founded in 1948, with headquarters in Atlanta, the Arthritis Foundation has multiple service points located throughout the country. The Arthritis Foundation is the largest private, not-for-profit contributor to arthritis research in the world, funding more than $380 million in research grants since 1948. The foundation helps people take control of arthritis by providing public health education; pursuing public policy and legislation; and conducting evidence-based programs to improve the quality of life for those living with arthritis.”
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