Arthritis Awareness Month 2026
May marks Arthritis Awareness Month, an initiative highlighted by the Arthritis Foundation to raise awareness of one of the most common causes of disability worldwide.
📊 Arthritis affects millions of people of all ages, yet its impact is often underestimated. It is not a single disease but a broad group of conditions that can cause pain, stiffness, reduced mobility, and long-term disability.
💡 The campaign emphasises the importance of early diagnosis, effective management, and ongoing research, as well as supporting those living with arthritis in their daily lives.
At the ENDOTARGET EU Project, we contribute to this effort by investigating how chronic inflammation and systemic endotoxemia influence the development of rheumatic diseases. By studying the gut–joint axis, we aim to improve understanding and open new pathways for prevention and personalised treatment.
🤝 Raising awareness is a first step towards better care and better outcomes.
🔗 Learn more from the Arthritis Foundation: https://www.arthritis.org/about-arthritis/arthritis-awareness-month
