About SpA Awareness Month

Spondyloarthritis Awareness Month, observed each May, aims to raise awareness of Axial Spondyloarthritis (axSpA) and its family of related diseases through education, support, and advocacy.

Within the U.S., 3.2 million Americans or 1.3 % of the adult population lives with axSpA. SpA Awareness Month raises the visibility of the community, domestically and globally within both the medical community and the public. This year, we will continue to provide tools and resources to help our community achieve better health outcomes as well as offer support and opportunities to connect with others living with the disease.

Mental Health

Beyond the physical symptoms associated with the disease, living with a chronic illness can take an emotional toll upon you and your loved ones. Connect with us to learn tips, tools, and support to maintain emotional wellness.

Diet & Nutrition

Certain foods tend to be inflammatory in nature, while others can help manage inflammation. Connect with us to for tips on anti-inflammatory diets and nutrition.

Physical Activity & Exercise

Exercise can counteract some of the impacts of spondyloarthritis, helping you maintain more of your mobility and flexibility. Connect with us for resources and tools to help you stay active.

Charis Hill Blog Post | Our Whole Health

“I used to say I would never accept my spondyloarthritis. But I do now. So, as part of my awareness month, I will be reminding people that SpA is a part of me that is never going away. It has changed things about my life and body that I’ll never like.”

In this blog post, Charis Hill shares their personal journey with mental health. Read their story and insights on the importance on increasing awareness.

Read More: https://spondylitis.org/lifecafe/spa-awareness-month-2022-our-whole-health/ 

World AS Day

Saturday, May 7 is World AS Day. World AS Day is observed internationally on the first Saturday of every May, except if the Saturday is May 1st. Each year, the SAA, and advocates from around the world collectively promote awareness of ankylosing spondylitis and mobilize supporters to act. Please join us in helping everyone within this community know that they are not alone!