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Arthritis affects 53 million US adults, more than 1 of 5. It is a leading cause of disability in the United States and one of the most common chronic conditions in the nation. Arthritis is a common cause of chronic pain.
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New Study: Severe Joint Pain Among Adults with Arthritis
This MMWR article looks at the prevalence of severe joint pains among adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis.
Arthritis Quiz with Key Facts and Prevention Tips
Take the Arthritis Disease of the Week quiz to see how much you know about arthritis.
CDC Feature: Arthritis Across America
Arthritis is widespread in the United States. Learn what you can do to control arthritis.
In this podcast, Dr. Kamil Barbour discusses ways to manage arthritis.
Arthritis is among the most common chronic condition in the United States, affecting more than 52 million adults. This podcast discusses the importance of exercise for those diagnosed with arthritis.
A new CDC study using data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System for years 2011-2013 found that arthritis is very common among veterans.
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- Page last updated: December 1, 2016
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