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The Gout & Uric Acid Education Society is committed to raising public awareness about gout and arming patients, like you, with resources to help you better understand gout diagnosis and treatment.
In honor of National Arthritis Awareness Month and the upcoming Gout Awareness Day on May 22, the Gout & Uric Acid Education Society is urging gout sufferers to learn more about the disease, seek immediate treatment and take ongoing steps to manage gout.
New research released by the Gout & Uric Acid Education Society finds that many people with gout feel over-burdened by the disease, yet are not taking the appropriate steps to successfully manage it. In fact, according to the survey, many with gout may be placing too much emphasis on diet when it comes to managing the disease. While following a healthy and balanced lifestyle is key to reducing flares, the most important step when it comes to treating gout is to check uric acid levels regularly (every six months) and aim for a healthy target of 6 mg/dL or below.
To learn more about the latest in gout research, read the full press release here. You can also access resources, information and research about gout and diet here.
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What? #GoForSix Gout Education Twitter Party
Where? @CreakyJoints Twitter page
When? Thursday, May 19 from 6-7 p.m. EDT
How? Follow @CreakyJoints and @GoutEducation on Twitter and use #CreakyChats and #GoForSix to join the conversation!
Join the Gout & Uric Acid Education Society and CreakyJoints on May 19 for the #GoForSix Gout Education Twitter party. You can join the conversation, ask questions and talk to others affected by gout by using #CreakyChats and #GoForSix. Interact with other organizations -- including the U.S. Pain Foundation, National Kidney Foundation, Dialysis Patient Citizens, American Association of Diabetes Educators and more -- to learn about how you can better manage gout.
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New Research Reinforces Gout Burden & Need for Education
Do you think gout is a burden? Does it affect your daily life? Can't imagine anything more painful than a gout flare? Are you struggling to make gout treatment a priority? You're not alone.
A new survey from the Gout & Uric Acid Education Society reveals that nine out of 10 people with gout think the disease is a "major inconvenience," and even more say they worry about it. Respondents additionally acknowledged the sheer pain caused by gout -- with more than four in 10 saying they can't imagine anything more painful than a gout flare.
Yet, while nine in 10 with gout agree that it is a serious health issue, the survey revealed that far fewer are taking steps to prioritize gout treatment. More than half of sufferers admitted that treating their gout is not a priority -- and just one-third said they "strongly agree" that gout is just as serious as their other health issues. Furthermore, only half of those with gout visit their physician regularly, and just one in three maintains a healthy fitness level.
With more than 8.3 million Americans suffering from gout today, with numbers on the rise, it's more important than ever to raise awareness of the disease. In honor of Gout Awareness Day on May 22, the Gout & Uric Acid Education Society is urging those with gout to make immediate and ongoing treatment a top priority.
To learn more about the latest research from the Gout & Uric Acid Education Society, read the full release here.
Find additional resources, information and research through GoutEducation.org. Complimentary print materials can be ordered through the Contact Us form.
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Is the Role of Diet Over-Prioritized in Gout Treatment?
A new survey from the Gout & Uric Acid Education Society reveals that many Americans with gout may be placing too much emphasis on diet when it comes to managing the disease and controlling painful flares. In fact, many people admitted that changing their diet by eliminating and reducing consumption of certain foods is their top step taken to control gout -- even ahead of taking medications to lower their uric acid levels and maintaining an overall healthy fitness level.
In conjunction with Gout Awareness Day on May 22, the Gout & Uric Acid Education Society is urging gout sufferers to learn more about the disease, seek immediate treatment and take ongoing steps to manage gout -- with the most important step being to check uric acid levels regularly (every six months) and aim for a healthy target of 6 mg/dL or below. While uric acid-lowering medications are typically needed to control gout and reduce future flares, those with gout should also make lifestyle changes -- which includes following a healthy and balanced diet.
To learn more about gout and diet, read the full release here.
Find additional resources, information and research through GoutEducation.org. Complimentary print materials can be ordered through the Contact Us form.
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Featured Materials from the
Gout & Uric Acid Education Society
This brochure provides the latest information about gout and the need for uric acid testing. Learn about lifestyle, diet and treatment options that can help you gain better control of your gout.
Go for Six Poster
This poster offers a brief summary about the importance of knowing your uric acid number and the consequences of untreated gout. It is important to know your uric acid number and keep it below 6.0 mg/dL to reduce risk.
To request free printed copies of these materials, contact Susann.McMichael@havasww.com or call 412-456-4304. You can also submit a request through the 'Contact Us' form on GoutEducation.org.
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