Awareness

Can Smoking Aggravate Rheumatoid Arthritis?

While heavy cigarette smoking is unhealthy for any individual, there are certain risks associated with the combination of smoking and rheumatoid arthritis.

Can Rheumatoid Arthritis Cause Bruising?

If you have RA you've likely said the words, "I bruise like peach." Learn how to care for and cover up rheumatoid arthritis bruising, and when to seek help.

Does Rheumatoid Arthritis Cause Fatigue?

Even though RA fatigue can leave you drained, there are ten ways to cope, manage fatigue, and improve your energy levels.

9 Serious RA Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore

Rheumatoid arthritis can cause many different symptoms, some can be easily managed and other are serious. Here are the 9 serious RA symptoms to watch for.

Can Rheumatoid Arthritis Affect the Heart?

How does rheumatoid arthritis affect the heart exactly? People with RA can experience high levels of inflammation plus other heart disease risk factors.

Are Occipital Headaches a Symptom of RA?

Occipital headaches are a type of headache that causes pain in the upper part of the neck and back of the head. They are common in people with RA.

When Rheumatoid Arthritis Affects Your Hands and Fingers

Is your rheumatoid arthritis causing hand pain? Learn what causes rheumatoid arthritis hands, the symptoms and how to treat your hand and finger pain.

Creative Ways to Wear Rings With Rheumatoid Arthritis

Wearing rings with arthritis isn't always possible, but you can consider these creative ways for you to continue wearing them.

When Rheumatoid Arthritis Gives You a Headache

Although your rheumatoid arthritis headaches may not seem connected, they likely are. Learn about why, and what you can do to ease the pain.

Seven Strategies for Facing Rheumatoid Arthritis Fatigue

Many people with RA are tired most, if not all, of the time. Consider these strategies for fighting back against rheumatoid arthritis fatigue.