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American College of Rheumatology
The American College of Rheumatology
(ACR) is the main organization for
rheumatologists in the United States,
and includes members from around the
world. Its mission includes advancement
of rheumatology knowlege and patient
education. To locate "Patient Fact
Sheets" that provide information about
specific rheumatologic diseases,
conditions and medications, go to the
ACR website, then click "Practice
Management", then "Clinical Support",
then "Patient Resources", then under
"Patient Fact Sheets" select either
"Diseases and Conditions" or
"Medications".
Website: rheumatology.org
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Arthritis Foundation
The Arthritis Foundation is a national organization dedicated to supporting arthritis research and to improving the quality of life of those affected by arthritis. This website provides access to patient information about rheumatologic conditions and medications, as well as educational programs and other valuable information. Website: arthritis.org
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Lupus Foundation of America
The Lupus Foundation of America, Inc. (LFA) is a major national nonprofit voluntary health organization dedicated to finding the causes of and cure for lupus and providing support, education, and hope to all people affected by lupus.
Website: lupus.org
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National Osteoporosis Foundation
The National Osteoporosis Foundation is dedicated to the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis and to the promotion of bone health. The website includes patient education on these subjects.
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Gout and Uric Acid Education Society
The Gout & Uric Acid Education Society
(GUAES) is a nonprofit group of health
care professionals whose mission is to
educate the public and health care
community about gout and the related
health care consequences of
hyperuricemia, with the aim of improving
the quality of care and minimizing the
burden of gout.
This website provides information about
gout and high uric acid levels and their
treatment.
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Diseases and Conditions: Mayo Clinic Patient Education
This site provides access to informative
reviews of various medical diseases,
including rheumatologic conditions,
provided by the Mayo Clinic. (Locate the
review on the condition of interest by
clicking on the alphabetical directory
at the top of the website home page.)
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