Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Wisconsin Arthritis Advocates Make A Difference
The Arthritis Foundation, Wisconsin Chapter, recognizes the following Representatives for their interest and support through co-sponsoring the Arthritis Prevention, Control and Cure Act.
- Kagen, Steve (D) District 8
- Kind, Ron (D) District 3
- Moore, Gwen(D) District 4
- Ryan, Paul (R) District 1
- Sensenbrenner, James (R) District 5
- Baldwin,Tammy (D) District 2
- Petri, Thomas (R) District 6
Help make a difference:
join the Arthritis Advocacy Network
Contact Wisconsin Chapter
Toll-free: (800)242-9945
Exercise and Self Help
The next step to a healthier you.
Take control with the Arthritis Foundation's Life Improvement Series. Exercise and Self-Help programs that are proven to reduce pain and physician visits, decrease stiffness and increase function. Find locations: Exercise, Aquatics, and Self-Help
Trainers, Instructors, and Leaders
Whether you’re a current program leader or partner facility or just looking for more information on becoming one, here’s where you’ll find the information.
Arthritis Information
At arthritis.org you will find a plethora of arthritis information
and social networking sites.
Wisconsin State Arthritis Program
The Arthritis Program of the Wisconsin Department of Health & Family Services partners with the Arthritis Foundation, Wisconsin Chapter, the Milwaukee Area Health Education Center, and a variety of other institutions and community organizations to focus on primary and secondary prevention of arthritis.Just Joints
Just Joints is an electronic article written by medical professionals and distributed by email to help keep WI health professionals updated on some of the latest research and medical issues related to arthritis.
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The Chronic Disease Self-Management Program
The Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (Living Well with Chronic Conditions) is a 2-1/2-hour workshop meeting once a week for six weeks. It is a community-based self management program that assists people with a chronic illness; such as arthritis, diabetes or heart disease in learning techniques to deal with health related issues and manage day to day activities to improve quality of life. Classes are happening throughout the state on an on-going basis. Contact Jill Ballard, MPH,CHES for details at: 608-224-6307.
You Can Help!
Support critical arthritis research and community services in our area.
Groceries and Giving Go Together
The We Care program helps non-profit organizations raise additional funds through supportive shoppers who use their Advantage Plus Savers Club card. A percentage of the total We Care dollars spent at participating Wisconsin Pick ‘n Save stores will be given back to each participating non-profit organization. It's easy you can sign up today. Find out how
