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Rheumatoid Arthritis-Related Websites
The Internet can be a source of helpful information and support for patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Many organizations that study RA can be found on the Web, and some of these organizations may be able to direct you to other appropriate resources. As always, when using any Internet resource, keep the following points in mind:
The Arthritis Foundation The Arthritis Foundation is the only national not-for-profit organization that supports the more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions with advocacy, programs, services, and research. There is a section of the Arthritis Foundation website that is devoted exclusively to rheumatoid arthritis and offers information about treatment, research, causes, and diagnosis. In addition, the site provides links to up-to-date articles about RA, including the impact of diet and lifestyle, new developments in treatment, and managing symptoms. Arthritis National Research Foundation (ANRF) ANRF provides funding for highly qualified researchers associated with major research institutes, universities, and hospitals throughout the country seeking to discover new knowledge for the prevention, treatment, and cure of arthritis and related rheumatic diseases. The site provides clinical trials information and a bibliography. Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) With the largest group of rheumatologists in the United States, HSS is a world leader in the research and treatment of rheumatic disease. This site provides tips on self-care and medication, support and educational programs, and information on RA research. InteliHealth A subsidiary of Aetna, InteliHealth provides information on rheumatoid arthritis and healthy lifestyle tips. More than 150 top healthcare organizations contribute to InteliHealth's content, including the National Institutes of Health and the Harvard Medical School. The Johns Hopkins Arthritis Website This site provides interactive, educational information for healthcare professionals about RA. It features a "Patient's Corner" with lifestyle information. Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic Health Solutions' award-winning consumer website offers health information and self-improvement tools. MayoClinic.com's medical experts and editorial professionals bring you access to the knowledge and experience of Mayo Clinic for all your consumer health information needs, from cancer, diabetes, and heart disease to nutrition, exercise, and pregnancy. National Institutes of Health - Medline Plus This site offers information and links to various resources about rheumatoid arthritis symptoms, treatment, research and disease state. Medicinenet.com Medicinenet.com provides comprehensive clinical information about rheumatoid arthritis authored by physicians for a patient audience. The site also includes patient stories and links to online articles about RA. National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) NIAMS is a division of the National Institutes of Health that has arthritis as a primary focus. This site functions as an information clearinghouse and features useful online handouts on arthritis. National Library of Medicine Veritas Medicine Veritas Medicine is a free confidential resource providing access to clinical trials and information on treatment options. The site features a comprehensive clinical trials database that allows patients to be matched to clinical trials based on information submitted confidentially. In addition to exploring the Internet, you may wish to review useful books on the subject of arthritis. |
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