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Rheumatic Disease Awareness Month: The Importance of Self-Management
Sep 10, 2024
Join Dr. Shah, a healthcare professional specializing in rheumatic diseases, as he discusses the power of self-management strategies. He emphasizes patient empowerment beyond medication, unveiling tools to improve quality of life. The conversation dives into managing stress and sleep, addressing their impact on disease flares and overall health. Dr. Shah also highlights advocacy efforts for better healthcare policies and encourages listeners to participate in improving support for those affected by rheumatic diseases.
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- Self-management empowers patients with rheumatic diseases to enhance their quality of life by taking active control beyond medication and adopting lifestyle changes.
- The ACR emphasizes the importance of advocacy and community support for improving healthcare policies and resources that directly benefit individuals with rheumatic conditions.
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Rheumatic Disease Awareness Month: Origins and Goals
Rheumatic Disease Awareness Month was established by the American College of Rheumatology in September 2016 to enhance public understanding of over 100 rheumatic conditions. This initiative aims to illuminate the symptoms, treatment options, and lifestyle challenges faced by individuals with these diseases. The focus this year is on self-management, which aims to empower patients to play an active role in managing their conditions beyond just medication. Programs and campaigns during this month seek to educate the public and highlight that rheumatology encompasses a range of diseases, not just arthritis.
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