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Juvenile Arthritis Alliance

National. 10 regions. Founded 1981. Council of the Arthritis Foundation devoted to serving the special needs of children, teens and young adults with childhood rheumatic diseases (including juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus and ankylosing spondylitis) and their families. Provides information, advocacy, educational materials, programs and conferences. Offers online support and local chapter locator. Membership $20/yr. (for Arthritis Fdn).

Write:

Juvenile Arthritis Alliance

1330 W. Peachtree St.

Suite 100

Atlanta, GA 30309

Voice: 404-872-7100 ext. 7538 (Mon.-Fri., 8:30-5pm)

Website: http://www.arthritis.org

Verified: 7/31/2012

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