Global Remission Coalition

World AS Day: Not Only Back Pain

May 2 is World AS Day, also known as World AxSpA Day, an annual moment to stand with the more than 50 million people worldwide living with axial spondyloarthritis. This year’s theme, Not Only Back Pain, captures something those living with axSpA know all too well: What is often dismissed as ordinary back trouble is a complex, whole-body disease that […]

Key Insights from a New Study on Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Health Solutions

Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions are among the leading causes of disability worldwide, yet they remain underprioritized in national and global health agendas. This gap has real consequences: reduced mobility and independence, lower work participation and escalating financial strain on individuals, health care systems and wider society. A new article published in the Rheumatic Disease Clinics of North America journal takes a closer look […]

The Time to Act on Autoimmune Conditions is Now

March is Autoimmune Awareness Month, a moment to recognize that autoimmune diseases are a growing global health challenge that demands urgent attention.   An autoimmune disease occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks the body instead of defending it. It can affect the joints, muscles, skin, blood vessels, and digestive, endocrine or nervous systems. Globally, autoimmune diseases affect an estimated 5-10% of the world population and impact women roughly twice as […]

Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Day: Why Remission Matters

Each year on February 2, Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Day shines a light on a disease that affects millions worldwide, yet remains widely misunderstood.   Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune condition that causes the immune system to attack healthy joints and tissues, leading to pain, swelling, stiffness and long-term disability if untreated. Globally, around 18 million people are living with the condition. While there is no cure, early diagnosis and targeted treatment make remission […]

Dispelling 5 Myths About Remission in 2025

Pursuing remission is not chasing a miracle. It’s a goal grounded in evidence, access and awareness, and it is possible for many patients with chronic inflammatory conditions. Yet persistent myths still hold many people back. Here’s what 2025 taught us about what remission really means – and what it doesn’t. Myth #1: Patients with chronic illnesses are bound to have […]

Not Just Skin Deep: Recognizing World Psoriasis Day

October 29 marks World Psoriasis Day, launching World Psoriasis Week, a global effort to raise awareness and recognize the 125 million people worldwide living with psoriatic disease. This year’s focus on comorbidities of psoriasis underscores a critical truth: psoriasis is not just a skin condition, but a complex, systemic disease that can affect nearly every […]

World Arthritis Day: Making a Joint Commitment

October 12 marks World Arthritis Day, a time to raise awareness and advocate for those living with arthritis. Given the global burden of the condition, it’s essential to educate the public and push for policies that prioritize early treatment and the pursuit of remission.    Living with Arthritis  Arthritis isn’t a single disease; it’s a term […]