Smoking and RA; What you need to know

Joint pain and stiffness. Tender, swollen joints. Fatigue, and even bouts of fever and weight loss. Rheumatoid Arthritis(RA) is no walk in the park. This chronic inflammatory disorder is actually an autoimmune disease that can do a number on your body. Aside from your joints, you may notice changes in your skin, lungs, and even …

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Spring Cleaning with Rheumatoid Arthritis: Spare Your Joints

While no one really looks forward to cleaning, something about ‘spring cleaning’ seems to give us all a sense of refreshment. Everything from deep cleaning to simple organizing and de-cluttering can pick us up and help us feel more satisfied and motivated. Add in the birds chirping and the flowers starting to bloom and it …

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Managing Osteoarthritis: Step 1, Stay Positive!

Osteoarthritis, or OA, is the most common chronic condition of the joints. Known as the “wear and tear” arthritis, it occurs when the cushioning between the joints breaks down causing symptoms like pain, swelling, and stiffness. OA affects more than 27 million Americans and is most common is those aged 65 and older. Several factors …

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