The Official Blog of The International Foundation of Autoimmune & Autoinflammatory Arthritis
Welcome to the AiArthritis blog - This blog offers a wealth of resources and insights for patients, caregivers, clinicians, and researchers dealing with autoimmune and autoinflammatory arthritis diseases. It features posts on disease awareness, patient experiences, treatment strategies, and the latest research findings. The blog also highlights events, provides tips on managing symptoms, and shares stories from the community to foster a supportive network.
Informative Content
These informative blog posts serve as invaluable resources for gaining a deeper understanding of AiArthritis Diseases and their complexities. They provide insights into the various aspects of these diseases, helping readers to better comprehend the challenges faced by those affected.
Awareness Content
These blog posts are dedicated to raising awareness about AiArthritis Disease, shedding light on its impact and the importance of understanding this condition. By delving into various aspects of the disease, we aim to inform and engage our readers in meaningful discussions surrounding AiArthritis and its effects on individuals and communities.
Highlighting The Patient Voice
These blog posts proudly highlight the diverse viewpoints and experiences of our valued community members and dedicated volunteers. We believe that every voice matters, and anyone living with an AiArthritis Disease is warmly encouraged to submit a post and share their unique perspective! Your insights can inspire others and foster a deeper understanding of our shared journey.
What Our Community Has To Say
Interacting with our vibrant community on social media has provided us with invaluable insights into AiArthritis. Through these engaging posts, we are able to highlight not only the questions we’ve raised but also the thoughtful and informative answers we’ve received from our followers. This exchange has deepened our understanding of the issues at hand and fostered a richer dialogue around the challenges and triumphs faced by those in the community.
To follow along with our weekly community questions be sure to follow us on social media!
Want to submit content to the AiArthritis blog?
Are you living with AiArthritis Disease? We want to hear your voice! We're actively seeking authentic, personal stories from our community members to feature on our blog. Our mission is to amplify patient perspectives and create a space where experiences can inspire and connect others.
What We're Looking For
We welcome submissions on various aspects of living with AiArthritis Disease, including:
- Your diagnosis journey
- Insights you wish others understood about AiArthritis
- Your experience with advocacy
- Managing symptoms like fatigue, malaise, and unexpected challenges
- Personal coping strategies and wellness tips
- Any other AiArthritis Disease-related topics that matter to you
Writers living with the following AiArthritis Diseases:
Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Lupus, Sjögren’s Disease, Axial Spondyloarthritis, Juvenile Arthritis, Still’s Disease, Crohn’s Disease, Sarcoidosis, Relapsing Polychondritis, Scleroderma, Behcet’s Disease, Palindromic Rheumatism, Antisynthetase Syndrome, Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, Undifferentiated Disease, VEXAS Syndrome, Schnitzler Syndrome, CRMO/CNO, CAPS, FMF, HIDS
Submission Guidelines
Submission Guidelines
Post Structure:
- Title: Keep it concise (15 words max)
- Subtitle: One clear sentence describing your main message
- Summary: A brief overview (50 words max)
- Author Bio: Include a paragraph about yourself with relevant social media links
- Length: 700-1,500 words
- Social Media Promotion: How would you promote this on social media? Please provide one short paragraph about your post, your social media handles for tagging and any hashtags you wish to include.
Visual Elements:
Include 1-3 high-quality images with your submission, or note if you'd like our team to select appropriate visuals from our photo bank!
How To Submit
How to Submit
Please send your work to eileen@aiarthritis.org
Got questions? We're here to help! Reach out to us at the same email address, and we'll guide you through the process.
Join us in building a stronger AiArthritis community through shared experiences and stories that matter. We can’t wait to highlight your story!
Patient Perspective Examples
Here are some examples from our community members!
A Matter of Life and Breath: Living with Interstitial Lung Disease - Denae Cedar, RDN
Autoimmune Community Summit: Day One Summary - By Brittany Murray
Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatments Gone Wrong - By Jennifer Weaver
From Diagnosis to Advocacy: Becky's Journey with Sjögren’s - By Rebcca Hosey
Meet The AiArthritis Blog Manager!
Eileen Davidson, Educational Media Assistant
Eileen Davidson, also known as Chronic Eileen, is a disability and chronic illness advocate from Vancouver BC Canada. Living with a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis, she spends a large focus on volunteering and creating awareness around autoimmune arthritis. With The International Foundation for Autoimmune and Autoinflammatory Arthritis Eileen is the Educational Media Assistant. Along with AiArthritis, Eileen is a member of the Arthritis Research Canada patient advisory board, and writer for CreakyJoints.
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