My story: living my best life as a woman of color with rheumatoid arthritis

Written by Michael Gollust. Medically reviewed in February 2024 by Mark Arredondo, MD.

Updated on October 23, 2024

Afshin, a rheumatoid arthritis patient, is living her best life despite the complications of her health management.

Ease pain, avoid falls and increase maneuverability with these DIY strategies.

Use these self-care strategies to fight RA.

If you think your treatment isn’t working, make an appointment with your rheumatologist.

People of color receive joint replacement surgeries two-thirds less often than white patients.

If you’ve paused RA medication, here’s what your healthcare provider needs to know.

Finding the Right Treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis