- Did you know that an estimated 300,000 children in the United States have arthritis?!
- July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month and Lawrence County Memorial Hospital wants your help spreading the word.
- That’s right, kids get arthritis. It is a common misconception that only “old” people are afflicted with arthritis.
- The form of arthritis that these kids experience is not the same as grandma’s aches and pains. These children suffer from various autoimmune forms of arthritis.
- Their bodies’ immune system is attacking their joints, causing swelling, stiffness and permanent damage.
- This condition is extremely serious; if left untreated it can result in loss of mobility, blindness and even death. These children deserve our support!
- This July, tell at least one other person that it is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month. Take at least one picture to show your support and post it using #CureArthritis. Lastly, you can make a difference in these kids’ lives by making a donation towards juvenile arthritis research today!
