Arthritis Foundation.
Last updated Tuesday, January 25, 2005
About the Arthritis FoundationWhat is the arthritis basics? The Arthritis Foundation
is the national not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the
quality of life for those affected by arthritis. Founded in 1948, the
Arthritis Foundation is the only national voluntary health agency
seeking the causes, cures, preventions, and treatments for the more
than 100 forms of arthritis.
The Arthritis Foundation draws its strength from its members, who
through their volunteering and contributions provide powerful resources
to bring arthritis under control. You can help by contacting the
Foundation at (800) 933-0032. Joining the Arthritis Foundation Joining the Arthritis Foundation brings you Arthritis Today,
a bimonthly magazine that brings you up-to-date news about arthritis
research, the newest treatments, tips on how to cope, and stories of
others learning to live with arthritis and Arthritis Northwest, a quarterly newsletter from the Washington/Alaska Chapter
that profiles local events and services from around our state. A
contribution establishes your membership. For more  information call the
Arthritis Foundation membership office at (800) 933-0032.
Whether you are touched directly by arthritis or not, you and the Arthritis Foundation can help each other! Credits Some of this material may also be available in an Arthritis Foundation
brochure. Contact the Washington/Alaska Chapter Helpline: (800)
542-0295. If dialing from outside of WA and AK, contact the National
Helpline: (800) 283-7800.
Adapted from a pamphlet originally prepared for the Arthritis Foundation. This material is protected by copyright. Disclaimer
This resource has been provided by the University of Washington Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine as general information only. This information may not apply to a specific patient. Additional information may be found at http://www.orthop.washington.edu or by contacting the UW Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine.
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