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.
The legislation is identical to the bill unanimously passed last year by the House of Representatives. The Arthritis Foundation, with your help, will advocate for passage of the Arthritis Act and to address the needs of 46 million adults and nearly 300,000 children with arthritis. With your hard work and advocacy, 2009 will be the year the U.S. Congress takes final action and passes this important legislation.
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!
Make sure your voice is heard on Capitol Hill -- participate in the 2009 Virtual Summit!
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