juvenile arthritis

According to the Arthritis Foundation, nearly 300,000 children across the United States are diagnosed with some form of arthritis. For most, this can cause chronic pain and fatigue and often requires frequent treatment. Read more

Unusual. Uncommon. Infrequent. What else comes to mind when you hear the word, “rare?” It’s used so often that we can easily forget the significance of something that is scarce or atypical. Today, February 28, 2019, is Rare Disease Day. Although the day itself is infrequent, more people manage rare diseases than you might think. From Hemophilia A and B, Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis, and Acute. Read more

Managing a chronic condition is life changing not only for the patient, but also for their family, friends, and beyond. As we have built relationships with individuals, groups, and foundations across the country, we have seen the value of being a part of an active community that works together to stay strong in the face of adversity. Read more

Could you spot juvenile arthritis if you saw it? Juvenile arthritis, or JA, refers to a collection of pediatric rheumatic diseases as well as autoimmune and inflammatory conditions affecting 1 in 250 children nationally. JA can impair nearly every part of the musculoskeletal system, including joints, vision, blood vessels, and the hearts—to name only a few. But the signs could be difficult to. Read more