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Articles by Bryan Vargo
JA Family Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month | Arthritis Foundation
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage by Giving Back The Benitez family’s journey with juvenile arthritis is inspiring them to pay it forward to the Spanish-speaking arthritis community. By Bryan D. Vargo | Sept. 12, 2025 Grace and Fidel Benitez first sought support through the Arthritis Foundation shortly after their young son was diagnosed at age 4 with polyarticular juvenile arthritis (JA).
Kevin Purcell: Providing Help From Experience | Arthritis Foundation
A Force in the Arthritis Community From seeking help to giving help on the Arthritis Foundation Helpline, Kevin Purcell defines and delivers the needs of a community. By Bryan D. Vargo | Sept. 8, 2025 Having lived with arthritis most of his life, Kevin Purcell, 57, understands the power of support.
Kiana Finds Strength in the Face of Adversity | Arthritis Foundation
Kiana Finds Strength in the Face of Adversity Living with juvenile arthritis since she was a toddler has taught this Walk to Cure Arthritis national honoree and her family courage, resilience and commitment. By Bryan D. Vargo | Feb. 12, 2025 Kiana has never known life without the difficulties of arthritis. Diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) at age 3, Kiana, now 6, braves each challenge and treatment with strength, says her mom, Sheena.
Mary Jo McBride: Leading by Example | Arthritis Foundation
Leading by Example As a Walk to Cure Arthritis honoree, Mary Jo McBride is speaking up and spreading arthritis awareness for herself and millions of others in the community. By Bryan D. Vargo | Feb. 5, 2025 Inspired by the mantra, “Do it for those who can’t and lead the way for those who can,” Mary Jo McBride is standing up and speaking up for the arthritis community. As someone who has lived with arthritis since childhood, she knows firsthand the importance of arthritis awareness and advocacy.
Joel Young: Coming Home to His Cause | Arthritis Foundation
Joel Young: Coming Home to His Cause Through a passion for cycling and a chance encounter with a client, Joel Young discovered a cause that hits closer to home than he imagined. By Bryan D. Vargo | Jan.
Arthritis-Friendly Dog Leashes | Arthritis Foundation
Make Dog Walking Arthritis-Friendly Heel, Rover! Dog leashes, leads and collars that keep your dog from walking you. By Bryan D. Vargo | Oct. 15, 2024 Q. Walking my dog has helped me get into an exercise routine, but he pulls like a truck. How to I curb his pulling? A. It’s a common question and challenge for anyone with a pup. But it can prove especially painful for furry friend owners with arthritis.
Cyclist Rides Her Way to Fight Arthritis | Arthritis Foundation
Riding Her Way A juvenile arthritis mom, Arthritis Foundation volunteer-turned-staffer and arthritis patient, Sheila Cline is the consummate Champion of Yes. Now her sight is set on the Arthritis Cycling Experience to support millions with arthritis. By Bryan D. Vargo | Sept. 25, 2024 Sheila Cline was an avid cyclist in her teens and 20s. But her cycling, like so many hobbies, took a backseat to life’s curveballs.
2024 Juvenile Arthritis Awards of Excellence | Arthritis Foundation
By Bryan D. Vargo and Ashia Lee | August 5, 2024 The Arthritis Foundation hosted its JA Family Summit in July, an annual event for children with juvenile arthritis (JA) and childhood rheumatic diseases and their families to learn, exchange tips, make new friends, have fun and simply connect with other families who have similar experiences.
Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month
Raising Awareness in July for Juvenile Arthritis Month July is the time to elevate awareness about juvenile arthritis and help make a difference in the lives of the hundreds of thousands of kids in the U.S. who live with it. By Anthony Williams and Bryan D. Vargo July is Juvenile Arthritis (JA) Awareness Month and a time to elevate awareness about juvenile arthritis (JA) and other childhood rheumatic diseases.
Walking and Winning as a Team
By Bryan D. Vargo | March 15, 2024 A team is a special thing. And a team that walks together, wins together. This truth rings true among the members of one exceptional Walk to Cure Arthritis team, the Hackensack Meridian JA Heroes. Even when faced with the loss of their team leader in 2023, together they fundraised, together they walked and together they won.
Carlos Câmara Puts His Mettle to His Pedals | Arthritis Foundation
Putting His Mettle to His Pedals Diagnosed with osteoarthritis as a young, professional athlete, Carlos Câmara discovered cycling and fell head over handlebars for the Arthritis Foundation’s California Coast Classic Bike Tour, presented by Amgen. By Bryan D. Vargo | June 1, 2023 Carlos Câmara could always rely on his competitive nature to overcome obstacles and fuel his love of exploring — including his latest adventure, biking the western coast of the United States.
How to Buy Walking Shoes That Fit | Arthritis Foundation
About Arthritis Common Topics Do I Have Arthritis? Think you may have arthritis? Learn about the four most common warning signs. Diagnosing Arthritis Information about symptoms, health and lifestyle habits will help determine the type of arthritis you have. Self-Management: What You Need to Know Follow these eight self-management habits to help you take control of your arthritis.
The Benefits of Occupational Therapy
The Benefits of Occupational Therapy An occupational therapist can provide tips, tools and training to ease the challenges of daily tasks. By Bryan D. Vargo If your arthritis causes you to struggle with everyday tasks — from gripping your toothbrush to getting in and out of your car — occupational therapy, or OT, may be the solution. An occupational therapist can help you maximize your ability to do nearly any activity.
Arthritis Morning Routine: Back to School | Arthritis Foundation
About Arthritis Common Topics What Is Arthritis? Arthritis is not one disease. Learn about the different types of arthritis, how they differ and why it’s important. Inflammation and the Immune System Body-wide inflammation is at the root of most chronic diseases — and you may have more control over it than you think. Newly Diagnosed With Arthritis A new arthritis diagnosis can be overwhelming. These tips can help.
Disinfecting and Safety Tips to Prevent COVID-19 | Arthritis Foundation
Disinfecting and Safety Tips to Prevent COVID-19 Protect yourself from the coronavirus at home and in public by properly cleaning and disinfecting. By Bryan D. Vargo It’s more important now than ever to take precautions against exposure to germs that can lead to sickness, including the novel coronavirus. It’s well understood that the virus spreads from person to person. However, it’s less clear how it can be contracted from surfaces.
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