A Fresh Perspective

Make room, Oprah -- a new talk show has arrived.

CreakyJoints is proud to support New Way RA, a show delivering the information you need to combat rheumatoid arthritis from a holistic standpoint -- mind, body, and spirit.

Featuring CreakyJoints' own health psychologist Dr. Laurie Ferguson, the show is now available to view at:

newwayra.com

Delivering Education

New Way RA offers practical advice and information for adults living with RA.  Deborah Norville and expert guests discuss and share information about relevant topics through a variety of segments, including:  health, nutrition, fitness, relationships and work/career management.

Norville, herself, has been touched by RA.

"When I was 10 years old," she said, "my mother was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, and my family struggled as my mother's health declined rapidly.  Back then, there was very little information and support available to help us understand the physical and emotional impact of RA.

"Having lived through that experience with my mom, I feel fortunate that I am able to play a role in providing an educational and entertaining resource to help people find new ways to live with RA, despite the challenges that often accompany the condition."

The Team Working for You

Sponsored by Centocor Ortho Biotech Inc, New Way RA features several expert guests, including:

• Ellie Krieger, M.S., R.D.
  Food Network host, registered dietitian and author
  Krieger discusses simple meal considerations and recipes that demonstrate how small changes in the kitchen can positively affect overall health for anyone, especially for individuals living with RA.
• W. Hayes Wilson, M.D.
  Chief, Division of Rheumatology at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia
  Wilson discusses the importance of taking charge of your health and two-way communication with your doctor(s).
• Laurie Ferguson, Ph.D.
  Vice President of Research and Education, Global Healthy Living Foundation
  Ferguson speaks about the effect of RA on relationships and offers advice on how to take charge, build a support network, and live with intention.  (Check out Dr. Laurie's Ethereal Cereal columns and audio podcasts.)
• Rosalind Joffe
  Nationally recognized chronic illness career coach
  Joffe shares her experience with living and working with two chronic illnesses and advises how a career can be possible despite having RA.
• Ellen Shmueli
  Certified Fitness Instructor, despite RA diagnosis at age 28
  Shmueli shares her personal story and demonstrates several RA-friendly exercises.

More Than Just a Lecture

In addition to the talk show, the companion Web site newwayra.com features supplementary materials such as Ellie Krieger's recipes, Ellen Shmueli's exercises, and stories of everyday people living with RA.

Over 1 million Americans currently have rheumatoid arthritis -- 70 percent of whom are women.

New Way RA provides new, practical information in an accessible, online format for adults living with RA.  The project aims to raise awareness about RA, and to help patients reengage in an active life -- with themselves and those around them.