NEWS FLASH! Arthritis Bill Introduced!

clipped from meredithboyd.blogspot.com Today, U.S. Representatives Anna Eshoo (D-CA) and Fred Upton (R-MI) and 46 original cosponsors introduced the "Arthritis Prevention Control and Cure Act of 2009." This bill introduction is the first step for Congress to understand more needs to be done for people with arthritis. The bill would expand efforts to prevent, treat, and care for people with arthritis through: * Enhancing arthritis prevention;* Expanding and strengthening research programs relating to juvenile arthritis;* Establishing a juvenile arthritis registry; * Enhancing support for rheumatology training programs; and * Establishing a loan repayment program for pediatric rheumatologists to address the country's severe shortage of these critical specialists. Please thank your House Member if he/she is an original cosponsor: Click Here for the List Make sure your voice is heard on Capitol Hill -- participate in the 2009 Virtual Summit!