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Program Descriptions![]() MissouriMissouri Arthritis & Osteoporosis Program
State BurdenIn 2003, over 1.28 million Missourians 18 years of age and older self-reported doctor-diagnosed arthritis (30.1%). Arthritis prevalence in Missouri varied by gender and age. Females were more likely to report doctor-diagnosed arthritis compared to males (34.2% versus 25.6%). Arthritis prevalence statistically increased with each age category. The age categories were people aged 18–24, 25–34, 35–44, 45–54, 55–64, and 65+. Approximately, 1 in 16 adults 18–24 years of age reported doctor-diagnosed arthritis (6.4%) compared to 1 in 2 adults 65+ years of age (57.8%). (Source: Data from 2003 BRFSS) Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States. In 2003, the effects of arthritis could be seen on Missourians. Among respondents reporting doctor-diagnosed arthritis, 41% reported being limited in some way in any of their usual activities because of arthritis. Among respondents younger than 65 years of age reporting doctor-diagnosed arthritis, 42% reported their arthritis affected whether they worked, the type of work they did, or the amount of work they could do. Of respondents who self-reported doctor-diagnosed arthritis, almost three quarters reported being able to do most things or everything they would like to do. Unfortunately, this leaves about a quarter of the respondents who could only do some or hardly any of the things they would like to do. Missouri Arthritis Advisory Board (MAAB)The MAAB is represented by a strong advisory group of volunteers who commit their own organizations or partners with others to assist the program and Regional Arthritis Centers in expanding evidence-based course offerings and advocating for the issues around arthritis in Missouri. MAAB members are made up of researchers in the area of arthritis, rheumatologists, nurses, physical therapists, persons with arthritis, and other community leaders. The MAAB stands behind the 21 years of the Missouri Arthritis and Osteoporosis Program and is committed to the persons served through its programs. Key Partners
Intervention and Partnership HighlightsDuring fiscal year 2005, the Missouri Arthritis & Osteoporosis Program reached 323 Arthritis Foundation Self-Help Program participants, 143 Chronic Disease Self Management Program participants, 8,267 Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program participants, and 5,139 Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program participants through
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Contact InformationBeth Richards, CTRS, Program Manager Page last reviewed: June 15, 2007 |
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