New CDC Report Cites Arthritis As the Most Common Cause of Disability -- Nearly 48 million Americans are disabled, up 3 million from 1999, with arthritis topping the list as the most common cause of disability, according to the CDC's May 1, 2009, MMWR. In addition, the number of people reporting arthritis as the primary cause of disability has increased by 1 million. Arthritis and Heart Disease Link -- A new MMWR study released today by the CDC finds that arthritis affects more than half of adults with heart disease (57 percent) and appears to be a substantial barrier to utilizing physical activity to help manage their condition. According to the Arthritis Foundation, the study underscores the importance of physical activity in effective management for adults with both diseases. |
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