Spondylitis Association of America

About Me

Our mission at the Spondylitis Association of America is to be a leader in the quest to cure ankylosing spondylitis and related diseases, and to empower those affected to live life to the fullest.

Our focus is on research, patient advocacy, education and support, as well as raising awareness about this group of diseases.

For more information about spondylitis, or our organization please visit our websites:

www.spondylitis.org

www.teens.spondylitis.org

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Members of the spondylitis community. Whether you have spondylitis, or know someone who does, the Spondylitis Association of America is here to empower you by providing accurate information about this group of diseases, current treatments available, and striving to connect you with others who share similar experiences and concerns.

My Blog

VIDEO: Spondylitis and Emergency Situations - what you and your first responder need to know

Hi Friends, I'm very proud to be able to share our new project with you: the first ever training video to educate emergency first responders on the proper and safe handling of spondylitis patients in...
Posted by on Mon, 18 May 2009 16:09:00 GMT

Volunteer with the SAA!

Never doubt that a small group of committed people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has. -- Margaret Mead SAA gratefully acknowledges all of the committed Volunteers who h...
Posted by on Tue, 21 Apr 2009 15:32:00 GMT

Check out a free SAA podcast about spondylitis!

Hi everyone,Just wanted to share a freebee with you all. Check out an interview with Rheumatologist, Dr. David Hallegua as he answers questions about spondylitis.http://www.spondylitis.org/podcast.htm...
Posted by on Wed, 18 Feb 2009 15:03:00 GMT

Want to mentor? Need a mentor?

Dear friends,The SAA has a new Mentoring Program that I would like to highlight here. Earlier this year, we launched our Network of PEERS mentoring program aimed at matching those who are recently dia...
Posted by on Thu, 29 Jan 2009 17:06:00 GMT

Sound Off on Spondylitis! Call for videos

Do you have tips to share with others who have spondylitis? Do you have experiences you would like to share? A supportive message for others? Perhaps video of you keeping active with AS? Other wonderf...
Posted by on Sat, 03 Jan 2009 10:00:00 GMT