Press Releases & Statements

For over seven decades, the Arthritis Foundation has been a thought leader in issues regarding arthritis and other rheumatic diseases, as well as one of the most trusted sources of information in the field. Read about our endeavors and our positions on certain topics.

Press Releases & Statements

Press Release & Statements Archive

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Matthew Mooney Named Chair of the Arthritis Foundation’s National Board of Directors

Georgia-based Mooney’s term coincides with organization’s 75th anniversary.

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Pain Awareness Month Brings New Resources, Tools to Arthritis Patients

September 1, 2022 marks the start of Pain Awareness Month, a nationally recognized time to highlight the chronic pain endured by many of the nearly 60 million Americans diagnosed with arthritis.

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Arthritis Foundation Leads Efforts to Develop New Drugs for OA

International experts, FDA representatives come together to tackle challenges to finding effective osteoarthritis treatments.

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Arthritis Foundation Statement on Biosimilars

Biosimilar medications are increasingly becoming available for people with arthritis. Learn the Arthritis Foundation's stance on the subject.

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Arthritis Foundation Releases its First-Ever Report on Juvenile Arthritis

It’s not just growing pains: childhood rheumatic diseases affect nearly 300,000 U.S. kids and teens.

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Out-of-Pocket Cost of Arthritis Treatments to Be Cut by New Law

The Arthritis Foundation is among a handful of major nonprofit organizations who spearheaded a new federal bill — recently passed by Congress and now signed into law by the president — that will slash health care costs for many eligible Americans.

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Arthritis Foundation Statement on Methotrexate Access

Understand the issues providers and arthritis patients face after the recent Roe v. Wade decision.

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New Data Reveals Link Between Mental Health and Arthritis Impact

New data aligns with intersection of Mental Health Awareness Month and Arthritis Awareness Month.

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The Arthritis Foundation Launches “We Journey Together” Awareness Campaign

Campaign aims to create connections and combat isolation within arthritis community.

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Arthritis Foundation Statement on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion

Together, we champion a diverse and inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and perspectives of all.

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Study of INSIGHTS Data Reveals How Emotional Support Positively Impacts Patient Empowerment

Feeling empowered is critically important for arthritis patients—from diagnosis through treatment.

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Arthritis Foundation Issues Statement Urging Congress to Support Legislative Solutions to Surprise Medical Billing

The Arthritis Foundation urges legislative solutions to surprise medical billing, especially for patients undergoing procedures such as knee or hip replacements for degenerative osteoarthritis.

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Responding to the Patient Voice – Improving Outcomes and Care for People Living with Arthritis

The Arthritis Foundation, Trio & ARN announce collaboration to collectively respond to the patient voice as reported by the Live Yes! INSIGHTS study.

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Arthritis Foundation Organizational Statement On Pain Management

The Arthritis Foundation is fighting for all people who live with arthritis.

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Pain Awareness Month Highlights Need for Resources, Support for All Ages

The Arthritis Foundation launches Chronic Strength Champions Campaign with pain management resources and sweepstakes

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JA Victory: Congress OKs Funding to Repay Student Loans of Specialty Docs

The decision opens the door to future funding for more pediatric rheumatologists.

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The Arthritis Foundation Names Steven Taylor President & CEO

Taylor joined the Arthritis Foundation in February 2021 as Executive Vice President, Mission & Strategic Initiatives.

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Arthritis News | A Mandate for Action

Results captured in A Mandate for Action, a report revealing a major health crisis and the astronomical effects of arthritis in the areas of pain, overall health and wellness and quality of care.

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Survive & Thrive: COVID-19 LIVE Celebrity Challenge

Celebrities have teamed up with CBDMEDIC™ to host an online fundraising challenge to benefit the Arthritis Foundation's severely at-risk populations impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. The event will be live-streamed on the Arthritis Foundations' Facebook channel.

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Arthritis Foundation Survey of Osteoarthritis Patients Illustrates COVID-19 Impact on Chronic Pain & Dire Need to Improve Access to Innovative Pain Treatments

More than 8 out of 10 respondents rank reducing pain as the most important aspect of a new osteoarthritis treatment; Arthritis Foundation launches critical patient-focused efforts during Pain Awareness Month in September.

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Our Advocacy | The 21st Century Cures Act

Foundation’s push for state and federal health care legislation in first half of 2015 advances agenda for people living with arthritis.

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Arthritis Foundation Expands to Further Engage People Living with Arthritis

AF welcomes Arthritis Introspective into the Arthritis Foundation family, as part of an expanding range of resources that provide help and support to people with all types of arthritis and related conditions

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Arthritis Foundation Selects Michael Ortman as Board Chair

The Arthritis Foundation today announced the selection of Michael Ortman as the chair of its board of directors. Ortman has served on the board of the national organization since 2011.

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Arthritis News | Arthritis Patients Survey

The Arthritis Foundation conducted a nationwide survey, commissioned by Harris Poll, to gain a deeper understanding of the everyday challenges faced by people living with arthritis.

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Arthritis News | My Cleats, My Cause

NFL player chose the Arthritis Foundation as the nonprofit he is supporting for the NFL’s “My Cleats, My Cause” initiative.

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Arthritis News | The 21st Century Cures Act

Thanks in large part to the army of arthritis Advocates who worked tirelessly for two-plus years, the Arthritis Foundation celebrates the signing of the 21st Century Cures Act, a landmark bill that will accelerate medical research.

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Arthritis News | What Americans Don't Know

Survey commissioned by the Arthritis Foundation reveals misconceptions about the leading cause of disability in the U.S.

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Science & Research | 2015 Scientific Discovery Awardees

The Arthritis Foundation has announced that 11 scientists from across the United States and Canada were selected as the 2015 Scientific Discovery Awardees for their innovations toward finding a cure for arthritis and related diseases.

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Cake: A Painful Slice of Life

"Cake" really acknowledges the issues of living with chronic pain and shows how it can lead to feelings of isolation, but this movie also carries a message of hope and triumph!

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Our Advocacy | "Arthritis 101" Congressional Briefing

The Congressional briefing strives to educate new and returning Congressional leaders about arthritis and its impact on constituents and the U.S. healthcare system.

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Arthritis Foundation President and CEO Ann Palmer joined Jennifer Aniston for a town hall panel discussion following a screening of Aniston’s movie, "Cake.,"

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Arthritis Foundation | Champion of Yes

The Arthritis Foundation announces the launch of the first major rebrand in the organization’s history, which focuses on the foundation’s role as a Champion of Yes for the arthritis community.

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Arthritis Foundation | Dr. Rowland W. Chang

Last month, after serving as the board chair elect for a year, Rowland W. (Bing) Chang, MD, MPH, assumed the role of board chair for the Arthritis Foundation.

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Foundation Events | 2016 Champion Awards

Nearly 400 people from around the country attended the annual Arthritis Foundation Conference of Champions from November 3-4 in Denver to connect with and learn from experts, influencers and fellow volunteers.

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Arthritis Foundation Proclaims a Patient Advocacy “Win” Through Its Work with the Institute for Clinical and Economic Review (ICER)

The Arthritis Foundation helped influence ICER by including rheumatoid arthritis patients and their experiences with disease-modifying drugs and managing their disease

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Cultivating a New Generation of Rheumatologists

As part of a multi-year commitment to address the rheumatologist shortage, the Arthritis Foundation granted five fellowship awards to universities dedicated to expanding the number of rheumatologists.

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Matt Iseman Wins NBC's ''The New Celebrity Apprentice'', and $978,000 for the Arthritis Foundation

Embodying what is means to be a Champion of Yes, Matt Iseman won NBC’s season 8 of “The New Celebrity Apprentice” last night and selected the Arthritis Foundation as his charity of choice.

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Our Advocacy | JIA PFDD Meeting

The JIA PFDD meeting will give the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and other regulatory agencies, drug developers, health care providers and academic researchers the opportunity to hear directly from JIA patients and their families.

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Science & Research | 2016 Delivering on Discovery

For the first time, the Foundation included patient input to select six scientists who will work on funded-projects that show arthritis treatment innovation and steps toward a cure.

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The Arthritis Foundation Applauds the Cancellation of the Medicare Part B Demonstration

The Arthritis Foundation, along with its network of more than 135,000 Advocates, is celebrating a massive victory today with the cancellation of the Medicare Part B Demonstration proposed by the CMS.

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The Arthritis Foundation Launches New Cause Marketing Campaign

The Arthritis Foundation is asking all Americans to rally and support its new cause campaign “Let’s Get a Grip on Arthritis,” so the disease can be eradicated once and for all.

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Stay Informed | "Prescription for Access" Toolkit

The Arthritis Foundation is supporting and advocating for people with arthritis to ensure they are represented in and know how to navigate America’s health care system.

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Arthritis Foundation Releases First CBD Guidance for Adults With Arthritis

The Arthritis Foundation, in partnership with top experts in arthritis pain and CBD, offers patients a practical, first-of-its-kind resource with answers to their most common questions.

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Find Your Voice: Registration for the 2016 Advocacy Summit is Now Open

Find Your Voice: Registration for the 2016 Advocacy Summit is Now Open

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The Arthritis Foundation Announces Upcoming Retirement of President and CEO Ann M. Palmer

Palmer, who has over four decades of nonprofit leadership, plans to retire at the end of January 2022.

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New Partnership Benefiting Military Veterans

To expand support and resources for the more than 1 in 3 veterans with doctor-diagnosed arthritis, the Arthritis Foundation is partnering with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

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Arthritis Foundation Bringing the Voice of the Patient to Drug Pricing Proposals

Urging consideration learned from patient data for two issues that are most challenging to patients: out-of-pocket costs and inappropriate use of step therapy.

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Arthritis Foundation Issues Statement recognizing the need for better treatment for osteoarthritis patients.

Arthritis Foundation Issues Statement recognizing the need for better treatment for osteoarthritis patients.

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Patient Group Letter on Reconciliation

Millions of patients need Congress to act now to lower their out-of-pocket costs and help make their medications more affordable

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CARRA-Arthritis Foundation Awards 2022

The Childhood Arthritis and Rheumatology Research Alliance (CARRA) and the Arthritis Foundation announce more than $1.1 million in research funding for childhood rheumatic diseases

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