Also, my rheumatologist is of retirement age. The Rheumatology Research Foundation is working to address the challenges faced by people with rheumatic diseases like arthritis. By funding education and training awards for medical students and young doctors, the Foundation is increasing the number of rheumatology health professionals dedicated to treating arthritis. The opportunities expose health professionals to rheumatology, encourage them to pursue a career in the field, and prepare them to become the next generation of rheumatology experts.
Breakthroughs could lead to new treatments, prevention techniques, and one day, a cure for rheumatic diseases. Click here to see examples of the groundbreaking research being funded by the Foundation. Want to help? Learn how you can join the Foundation on its mission to improve the health of people with rheumatic disease. Meet people who are living with rheumatic diseases, and learn what the Foundation is doing to help. In this RheumLife series, we will share patients' perspectives of life with rheumatic disease and feature the Foundation-funded researchers who are working to advance treatments and find cures.
Visit the improving patient care page to to read more stories, or share your experience with us on Facebook or Twitter. RheumLife: Measuring 'Invisible' Symptoms. Many patients experience fatigue, pain and depression that can be difficult for others to see. Tell us why you fight — about the struggles you face and the daily challenges you overcome. Let your voice be heard! You owe it to your child, spouse, friend or grandparent who struggles each day.
Tell us about their unique story and let us know what obstacles they face or have had to overcome. After you share your story, be sure to share our cause — and make a donation. You can also volunteer to the Arthritis Foundation or other organizations with the same cause near you even after the National Arthritis Awareness Month. People with arthritis will be needing all the help that they can get from you and the whole community until a cure has been found.
This article contains general information about medical conditions and treatments. The information is not advice and should not be treated as such. The information is not intended to replace the advice or diagnosis of a physician.
If you have any specific questions about any medical matter you should consult your doctor or other professional healthcare providers. Arthritis Awareness Month. Below are some of the most common type of arthritis: Degenerative arthritis - Also known as osteoarthritis, which the most common type of arthritis.
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