Ingrid was 24 years old when she developed rheumatoid arthritis (RA). At that time she was ashamed and hid her hands. Today she is 65 and knows better. It is important to stay active and to avoid too much stress, she says. On this website she tells her story, she shares her joie de vivre and wants...

The Swedish Rheumatism Association and the Rheumatism District in Skåne held in connection with the International Rheumatism Day a conference about "The importance of early diagnosis and working life in rheumatic disease". This video shows speeches related to this topic.

Work is good for physical and mental health as well as general wellbeing. It gives people a sense of purpose, provides financial independence and opens doors to further opportunities. Thus, it is an excellent way to make social connections and be actively involved in society. This toolkit is part of...

Chronic illnesses are becoming increasingly more frequent and pose an individual, corporate and social burden. They reduce the quality of life of those affected, lower the economic output, increase the social and health issues, and often lead to early retirement. Help for people with chronic disease...