Informed Choices, Better Outcomes
It is not very uncommon that you see one of your family members living with pain and affecting their quality of life. Arthritis is one of the primary reasons for this. Arthritis is an inflammatory condition affecting the joints and related tissues. World Arthritis Day is a global event observed every year on 12th October. The observation focuses on raising awareness about early identification and taking preventive measures. Arthritis has been known to humanity since ancient times. Arthritis is a common health problem impacting more than 350 million people. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis. Several significant diseases significantly impact global health. Musculoskeletal Disorders (Including arthritis and back pain) are one of the most prevalent. This year’s observation theme, “Informed Choices, Better Outcomes”, emphasises the importance of evidence-based resources in making informed health decisions.
Cancer may kill you, but when you look at the numbers, arthritis ruins more lives.
Kevin R. Stone
It is not very uncommon that you see one of your family members living with pain and affecting their quality of life. Arthritis is one of the primary reasons for this. Arthritis is an inflammatory condition affecting the joints and related tissues. World Arthritis Day is a global event observed every year on 12th October. It is the initiative of Arthritis and Rheumatism International, and the observation happened for the first time in 1996. The observation focuses on raising awareness about early identification and taking preventive measures. Organisations work towards bridging the knowledge gap, providing support, advocating for robust policies, and supporting research efforts.
Arthritis has been known to humanity since ancient times. There are references to arthritis dating back to ~4500 BC. Detailed descriptions of symptoms resembling rheumatoid arthritis were found in ancient texts (123 AD). The skeletal remains of Native Americans have shown evidence of arthritis.
Arthritis is a common health problem impacting more than 350 million people. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis. It falls into two major groups: osteoarthritis (breakdown of cartilage in joints) and inflammation (or “autoimmune). Rheumatoid arthritis is the most common form of inflammatory arthritis. It affects all age groups. More than half of all new cases occur between 40 and 70. It is not a disease of the elderly. Three in five people diagnosed with arthritis are under the age of 65. It affects people of all ages, races, and genders. Statistics indicate that it is more common in women, especially rheumatoid.
Several significant diseases significantly impact global health. Musculoskeletal Disorders (Including arthritis and back pain) are one of the most prevalent, giving company to cardiovascular, cancer, respiratory, diabetes and mental health disorders. It is a relatively common disease. ~1 in 100 people get it. Even though some forms of osteoarthritis appear to be genetically driven, it is not a genetic disease. For many, it results from injury, overuse or advanced age. The prevalence of arthritis varies globally, with the United States, China, and India having high numbers of arthritis cases. In India, arthritis affects over 180 million people.
Currently, there is no cure for arthritis. Many treatments available can help manage and reduce the symptoms, like physiotherapy, lifestyle changes, and sometimes surgery. Lifestyle factors can influence arthritis, but it is not solely a lifestyle disease. Lifestyle changes can help manage symptoms and reduce the pain.
In the digital era, access to information is abundant. But not always reliable. Access to accurate information leads to better health outcomes and improved quality of life. By making informed decisions, individuals can take control of their health. This year’s observation theme, “Informed Choices, Better Outcomes”, emphasises the importance of evidence-based resources in making informed health decisions.
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