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May
2026 / 05 / 20
International Day

World Autoimmune / Autoinflammatory Arthritis Day

World Autoimmune / Autoinflammatory Arthritis Day is a global health awareness day dedicated to raising public awareness, understanding, and attention for autoimmune and autoinflammatory arthritis conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. The day highlights that these are not merely joint issues but complex immune system disorders affecting multiple body systems. It originated from the need to address chenges faced by hundreds of millions worldwide, including delayed diagnosis, treatment difficulties, and social stigma. Typicy, patient organizations, medical institutions, and advocacy groups around the world mark this day through online and offline campaigns, educational seminars, patient story sharing, social media engagement (e.g., using #WorldAutoimmuneArthritisDay), and illuminating landmarks. These activities aim to enhance public knowledge, advocate for early diagnosis, improve patient support, and promote relevant medical research. For businesses, particularly in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, insurance, health tech, or those with corporate social responsibility programs, this day presents an opportunity for meaningful public relations activities. Examples include partnering with patient advocacy groups to host educational webinars

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