Below you will find some patient information and support resources.

Resources

1. The Canadian Rheumatology Association. Their mission is to represent Canadian rheumatologists and promote the pursuit of excellence in arthritis care, education and research.
2. The Arthritis Society. Their mission is to provide leadership and funding for research, advocacy and solutions to improve the quality of life for Canadians affected by arthritis.
3. Arthritis Foundation. A website providing public health education, pursuing public policy and legislation, and evidence-based programs to improve the quality of life for those living with arthritis.
4. RA Warrior. A blog dedicated to help patients find information, increase awareness about RA and correct common misconceptions and present the patient story in a way that may increase understanding of the disease by doctors and researchers.
5. Arthritis Introspective. The mission of Arthritis Introspective is to improve the lives of those living with arthritis during the prime of life through wellness education, empowerment, and support systems.
6. Creaky Joints. An online community for people of all ages with arthritis who want to live their lives despite their condition.
7. JointHealth™. A source of information on arthritis, treatments, research and health policy.
8. Patients Like Me. A community platform where people living with a number of different conditions, including RA, can share and learn from real-world outcome-based health data.
9. Live Yes! Community and forum pages on the Arthritis Foundation Web site that allow you to ask questions, find support, and build friendships with other people who have RA.
10. Rheumatoid Patient Foundation. A not-for-profit organization focused on benefiting people with RA and generating awareness, support, advocacy, and a cure for RA.
11. TheRAConnection. An online community and resource for individuals impacted by RA including patients, family, and caregivers.
12. UpToDate. A site widely used among medical professionals offers free content for patients. Simply search Rheumatoid Arthritis in the search bar and direct yourself to the free patient content.
13. Rheumatoid Arthritis Support Network (RASN). The Rheumatoid Arthritis Support Network (RASN) is dedicated to providing up-to-date information and resources for rheumatoid arthritis patients.