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Last updated on August 3, 2007

The Arthritis Foundation is a nationwide, nonprofit health organization helping people take greater control of arthritis by leading efforts to prevent, control and cure arthritis and related diseases.

Description:
The Arthritis Foundation provides a large number of community-based programs and services nationwide to make life with arthritis easier and less painful. Arthritis affects one out of four adults and more than 2,000 children in Idaho and robs people of their ability to participate in many daily activities and diminishes their overall quality of life. Arthritis rates are on the rise as baby boomers age, creating a public health epidemic. The Arthritis Walk is the perfect way for people to help themselves and others. They can get moving, get informed about the signs of arthritis and raise money for research critical to finding new therapies, treatments and ultimately a cure for arthritis.

History:
Founded in 1948, the Foundation has 47 chapters nationwide. Throughout its history, the Foundation has experienced steady growth and has made great strides in the treatment of the many forms of arthritis. The Arthritis Foundation is a volunteer-driven organization with program, research, budget and policy decisions made by volunteer committees.

Contact person: Lisa Fall, President, (801) 536-0990 / (800) 444-4993, (email)
Office fax number: (801) 536-0991

Address:

448 East 400 South, Ste 103 Salt Lake City, UT 84111 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.arthritis.org

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