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When you first get diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, no one tells you this disease may require equipment that'll make you stand out in a crowd and not the kind of standing out that happens... Read more
A common piece of advice to those who have just been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is to "find a good rheumatologist," but what makes a specialist "good"? Do they give frequent flyer points at every appointment that you can redeem for gift certificates to the store of your choice? Do they wave magic wands that reduce your symptoms? If... Read more
Living well with RA needs a box full of tools addressing different aspects of life with a chronic illness and together, take you where you want to go. If you've just been diagnosed, the following are five important items for your toolbox:
Get a Good Rheumatologist on Your Team.You and your rheumatologist will be together for a long time... Read more
Midwinter is upon us and with it, the New Year and celebrations of the coming of the light. We sing and set flame to candles in the dark, symbolizing our faith in goodness and our hope for tomorrow. We know that light is coming, know that each day grows a little longer and soon, winter gives way to spring and new life. But there are times when... Read more
Raising children is a challenge at the best of times and adding a chronic disease to the mix ups the ante on the emotional and mental resources required.
Rheumatoid arthritis often hits during the childbearing years, but does not appear to interfere with fertility. If you want to try to have a baby, make sure you speak to your... Read more
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