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Making osteoarthritis a public health priority
Patience H White1, Mary Waterman
1George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Washington, DC, USA. pwhite@arthritis.org
The American Journal of Nursing
|March 1, 2012
Summary
Policymakers and the public are increasingly focused on osteoarthritis (OA). This article highlights key initiatives from the Arthritis Foundation and other groups addressing OA.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Rheumatology
- Health Policy
Background:
- Osteoarthritis (OA) is a growing public health concern.
- There is increasing attention from policymakers and society on OA.
- Numerous organizations are actively working to address OA.
Purpose of the Study:
- To spotlight key initiatives aimed at addressing osteoarthritis.
- To highlight the role of the Arthritis Foundation and other organizations in OA advocacy.
Main Methods:
- Review of initiatives sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation.
- Identification of other relevant organizational efforts in OA.
Main Results:
- Several important OA initiatives are underway.
- The Arthritis Foundation is a key sponsor of OA programs.
- Coalitions and other organizations are also actively involved.
Conclusions:
- Growing attention on OA necessitates coordinated efforts.
- Organizational initiatives are crucial for advancing OA solutions.
- Continued support for OA programs is essential.
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