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Map and Government Information Library"],"edm_is_shown_by":["https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/do:dlg_ggpd_y-ga-bh800-pp8-bs1-ba7-b2008-belec-p-btext"],"edm_is_shown_at":["https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/id:dlg_ggpd_y-ga-bh800-pp8-bs1-ba7-b2008-belec-p-btext"],"dcterms_temporal":null,"dcterms_rights_holder":null,"dcterms_bibliographic_citation":null,"dlg_local_right":null,"dcterms_medium":["state government records"],"dcterms_extent":null,"dlg_subject_personal":null,"iiif_manifest_url_ss":null,"dcterms_subject_fast":null,"fulltext":"2008 Georgia Data Summary: \nARTHRITIS \nArthritis and chronic joint symptoms affect almost half of adult Georgians and are a leading cause of disability. \nARTHRITIS AND OTHER RHEUMATIC CONDITIONS \n \nWHAT IS ARTHRITIS? \n \nPREVALENCE BY HEALTH DISTRICT \n \nArthritis refers to over 100 related conditions that affect the joints, surrounding tissue, and connective tissue. Arthritis and other rheumatic conditions include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, gout, fibromyalgia, and others. \n \nThe Metro Atlanta area has the lowest prevalence of doctor-diagnosed arthritis (less than 1 in 4) while the southeastern region of Georgia has the highest (almost 1 in 3). \n \nSURVEILLANCE CASE DEFINITION \n \nDoctor-diagnosed arthritis is defined as having been diagnosed with arthritis or other rheumatic conditions by a physician or health professional. \n \nPREVALENCE \n \n About 1 in 4 adult Georgians reported doctordiagnosed arthritis in 2007. \n \n Doctor-diagnosed arthritis is more common in women (32%) than men (23%). \n \n Doctor-diagnosed arthritis is more common in whites (31%) and blacks (24%) than Hispanics (15%). \n Among race and sex groups, white females have the highest prevalence of doctor-diagnosed arthritis (35%), and black males have the lowest (18%). \n The prevalence of doctor-diagnosed arthritis increases with age, from about 6% among 18-24 year olds to 58% among those 65 years and older. \n \nHOSPITALIZATIONS \n In 2006, there were 24,332 hospitalizations with a primary diagnosis of arthritis. Of these, osteoarthritis accounted for 62%. \n Total hospital charges for arthritis exceeded $854 million in 2006 with the average length of stay lasting about 4 days. \n \nPercent \n \nPercent of Adult Georgians with Doctor-diagnosed Arthritis by Age, 2007 \n \n60 \n \n58 \n \n50 \n \n49 \n \n40 \n \n30 \n \n20 \n \n10 \n \n6 \n \n31 19 10 \n \n0 \n \n18-24 25-34 35-44 45-54 55-64 65+ \n \nAge (years) \n \nRISK FACTORS \n Obesity, injury, and family history are risk factors for arthritis. Appropriate physical activity can prevent arthritis and reduce arthritis-related disability. \n 61% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis report being either physically inactive or insufficiently active. \n 39% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis are obese. \n \nGeorgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Public Health  2 Peachtree Street, NW  Atlanta, GA 30303  (404) 657-3103  ga-arthritis@dhr.state.ga.us  http://health.state.ga.us \n \n IMPACT OF ARTHRITIS \nAdults with arthritis are more likely to report poor health, limitations due to joint symptoms, and injuries. \n 33% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported fair or poor general health (versus good, very good, or excellent general health). \n 54% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported days of poor physical health during the past 30 days; 41% reported days of poor mental health during the past 30 days. \n 53% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported days when poor health kept them from doing their usual activities during the past 30 days. \n 43% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported limitations in daily activities. \n 17% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having a fall in the past 3 months, 44% of whom were injured due to the fall. \nACCESS TO CARE \nMany adults who may have arthritis have not seen a doctor for their joint symptoms, and many adults with arthritis cannot see a doctor due to costs. \n 43% of those reporting chronic joint symptoms, but who have not been clinically diagnosed with arthritis, have not seen a doctor for their joint symptoms. \n 43% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis or chronic joint symptoms needed to see a doctor in the past 12 months but could not because of costs. \nARTHRITIS MANAGEMENT \nPhysicians and health care providers can recommend exercise and weight control for those who could benefit from them. \n Among obese adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis, only 66% were recommended by a doctor to lose weight to manage their arthritis, and only 52% were recommended both to lose weight and to exercise. \n Among adults with normal weight and doctor-diagnosed arthritis, only 49% were recommended to exercise to manage their arthritis. \nCOMORBIDITY \nAdults with arthritis are more likely to have other chronic diseases or modifiable risk factors.* \n 3 in 4 adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having other chronic diseases or modifiable risk factors.* \n 3 in 8 adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having high blood pressure; 45% of those adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported ever having high cholesterol. \n 1 in 8 adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having diabetes. \n*High cholesterol, high blood pressure, smoking, asthma, and diabetes Data sources: Georgia Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (2007), Georgia Hospital Discharge Data (2006). Date updated: June 2008 Publication number: DPH08.313HW Visit http://www.health.state.ga.us/epi/cdiee/arthritis.asp for more information about arthritis in Georgia. \nGeorgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Public Health  2 Peachtree Street, NW  Atlanta, GA 30303  (404) 657-3103  ga-arthritis@dhr.state.ga.us  http://health.state.ga.us \n \n "},{"id":"dlg_ggpd_y-ga-bh800-pp8-bs1-ba73-b2008-belec-p-btext","title":"2008 Georgia program and data summary. Arthritis","collection_id":"dlg_ggpd","collection_title":"Georgia Government Publications","dcterms_contributor":["Georgia. Division of Public Health."],"dcterms_spatial":["United States, Georgia, 32.75042, -83.50018"],"dcterms_creator":["Georgia. 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Map and Government Information Library"],"edm_is_shown_by":["https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/do:dlg_ggpd_y-ga-bh800-pp8-bs1-ba73-b2008-belec-p-btext"],"edm_is_shown_at":["https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/id:dlg_ggpd_y-ga-bh800-pp8-bs1-ba73-b2008-belec-p-btext"],"dcterms_temporal":null,"dcterms_rights_holder":null,"dcterms_bibliographic_citation":null,"dlg_local_right":null,"dcterms_medium":["state government records"],"dcterms_extent":null,"dlg_subject_personal":null,"iiif_manifest_url_ss":null,"dcterms_subject_fast":null,"fulltext":"2008 Georgia Program and Data Summary: \nARTHRITIS \nArthritis is a leading cause of disability in Georgia. \n \nWHAT IS ARTHRITIS? \nThe word arthritis actually means joint inflammation. The term arthritis is used to describe more than 100 rheumatic diseases and conditions that affect joints, the tissues that surround the joint and other connective tissue. The pattern, severity, and location of symptoms can vary depending on the specific form of the disease. \nFunded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Georgia Arthritis Program is part of a national effort to improve the quality of life for people affected by arthritis. \nINITIATIVES AND PARTNERSHIPS \nThe Georgia Arthritis Program along with the Arthritis Foundation, Georgia Chapter implement a variety of evidence-based programs aimed at reducing the severity of arthritis. \nDuring FY2008, the Georgia Arthritis Program reached 1,150 Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program participants by effectively partnering with the Arthritis Foundation, Georgia Chapter, the Division of Aging Services, and Area Agencies on Aging, to expand the Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program statewide. \nCURRENT ACTIVITIES AND INTERVENTIONS \nArthritis Awareness Month \nDuring the month of May each year, the Georgia Arthritis Program supports the Arthritis Foundation, Georgia Chapter's Arthritis Awareness initiatives. Events are held throughout the state to raise awareness about arthritis. Also, Health Districts and local communities throughout the state of Georgia who receive special project funding from DHR implement Arthritis Awareness month activities. \n \nChronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) \nAn effective program for people with chronic health problems. The program specifically addresses arthritis, diabetes, lung and heart disease, but teaches skills useful for managing a variety of chronic diseases. This program was developed at Stanford University. Participants who took CDSMP demonstrated significant improvements in exercise, communication with physicians, self-reported general health, health distress, fatigue, disability, and social/role activities limitations. \nDHR partners with the Atlanta Regional Commission to expand this intervention throughout the state. DHR currently has 12 Master Trainers that are qualified to implement this program. During the 2008 fiscal year, 215 individuals were reached with CDSMP. \nArthritis Foundation Exercise Program (AFEP) A community-based recreational exercise program developed by the Arthritis Foundation. Trained AFEP instructors cover a variety of range-of-motion and endurance-building activities, relaxation techniques, and health education topics. The program's demonstrated benefits include improved functional ability, decreased depression, and increased confidence in one's ability to exercise. \nArthritis Foundation Aquatic Program (AFAP) \nA water exercise program created by the Arthritis Foundation for people with arthritis and related conditions. The classes are conducted by a trained instructor and are designed to improve flexibility, joint range of motion, endurance, strength, daily function, and to decrease pain. The aquatics classes include joint range of motion, stretching, breathing, and light aerobic activities. \n \nSpecial Project Funding to Public Health Districts \n \nEnhanceFitness (EF) \n \nThe state arthritis program awards annual special project funds to multiple Georgia public health districts/coalitions. This funding enables local health districts to conduct interventions and implement arthritis awareness and prevention strategies to serve communities that are underserved and disproportionately affected by arthritis. These funds help establish partnerships between the state arthritis program and local arthritis coalitions to implement evidence-based arthritis programs. \n \nAn evidence-based, community-delivered exercise program proven to increase strength, boost activity levels and elevate mood. Certified EF instructors offer a program that focuses on stretching, flexibility, balance, low impact aerobics, and strength training exercises. \n \nGeorgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Public Health  2 Peachtree Street, NW  Atlanta, GA 30303  (404) 657-3103  ga-arthritis@dhr.state.ga.us  http://health.state.ga.us \n \n Arthritis and chronic joint symptoms affect almost half of adult Georgians and are a leading cause of disability. \n \nSURVEILLANCE CASE DEFINITION \n \nPREVALENCE BY HEALTH DISTRICT \n \nDoctor-diagnosed arthritis is defined as having been diagnosed with arthritis or other rheumatic conditions by a physician or health professional. \nPREVALENCE \n \nThe Metro Atlanta area has the lowest prevalence of doctor-diagnosed arthritis (less than 1 in 4) while the southeastern region of Georgia has the highest (almost 1 in 3). \n \n About 1 in 4 adult Georgians reported doctordiagnosed arthritis in 2007. \n \n Doctor-diagnosed arthritis is more common in women (32%) than men (23%). \n Doctor-diagnosed arthritis is more common in whites (31%) and blacks (24%) than Hispanics (15%). \n \n Among race and sex groups, white females have the highest prevalence of doctor-diagnosed arthritis (35%), and black males have the lowest (18%). \n The prevalence of doctor-diagnosed arthritis increases with age, from about 6% among 18-24 year olds to 58% among those 65 years and older. \n \nPercen t \n \nPercent of Adult Georgians With Doctordiagnosed Arthritis by Race and Sex, 2007 \n \n50 \n \n40 \n \n30 \n \n26 \n \n20 \n \n10 \n \n0 \n \nWhite \n \nM ale \n \n36 27 \n18 \n \nBlack M ale \n \nWhite Fem ale \n \nRace and Sex \n \nBlack Fem ale \n \nPercent of Adult Georgians with Doctor-diagnosed Arthritis by Age, 2007 \n \n60 \n \n58 \n \n50 \n \n49 \n \n40 \n \n30 \n \n20 \n \n10 \n \n6 \n \n31 19 10 \n \n0 \n \n18-24 25-34 35-44 45-54 55-64 65+ \n \nAge (years) \n \nHOSPITALIZATIONS \n In 2006, there were 24,332 hospitalizations with a primary diagnosis of arthritis. Of these, osteoarthritis accounted for 62%. \n Total hospital charges for arthritis exceeded $854 million in 2006 with the average length of stay lasting about 4 days. \nRISK FACTORS \n Obesity, injury, and family history are risk factors for arthritis. Appropriate physical activity can prevent arthritis and reduce arthritis-related disability. \n 61% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis report being either physically inactive or insufficiently active. \n 39% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis are obese. \n \nPercent \n \nGeorgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Public Health  2 Peachtree Street, NW  Atlanta, GA 30303  (404) 657-3103  ga-arthritis@dhr.state.ga.us  http://health.state.ga.us \n \n IMPACT OF ARTHRITIS \nAdults with arthritis are more likely to report poor health, limitations due to joint symptoms, and injuries.  33% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported fair or poor general health (versus good, very good, or excellent general health).  54% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported days of poor physical health during the past 30 days; 41% reported days of poor mental health during the past 30 days.  53% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported days when poor health kept them from doing their usual activities during the past 30 days.  43% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported limitations in daily activities.  17% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having a fall in the past 3 months, 44% of whom were injured due to the fall. \nACCESS TO CARE \nMany adults who may have arthritis have not seen a doctor for their joint symptoms, and many adults with arthritis cannot see a doctor due to costs. \n 43%of those reporting chronic joint symptoms, but who have not been clinically diagnosed with arthritis, have not seen a doctor for their joint symptoms. \n 43% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis or chronic joint symptoms needed to see a doctor in the past 12 months but could not because of costs. \nARTHRITIS MANAGEMENT \nPhysicians and health care providers can recommend exercise and weight control for those who could benefit from them. \n Among obese adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis, only 66% were recommended by a doctor to lose weight to manage their arthritis, and only 52% were recommended both to lose weight and to exercise. \n Among adults with normal weight and doctor-diagnosed arthritis, only 49% were recommended to exercise to manage their arthritis. \nCOMORBIDITY \nAdults with arthritis are more likely to have other chronic diseases or modifiable risk factors.*  3 in 4 adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having other chronic diseases or modifiable risk factors.*  3 in 8 adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having high blood pressure; 45% of those adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported ever having high cholesterol.  1 in 8 adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having diabetes. \n*High cholesterol, high blood pressure, smoking, asthma, and diabetes \nGeorgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Public Health  2 Peachtree Street, NW  Atlanta, GA 30303  (404) 657-3103  ga-arthritis@dhr.state.ga.us  http://health.state.ga.us \n \n SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF ARTHRITIS and PREVENTION TECHNIQUES \n \nSIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF ARTHRITIS \nPay attention to symptoms, see your doctor and get an accurate diagnosis. If you have pain, stiffness or swelling in or around a joint for more than two weeks, it's time to see your doctor. These symptoms can develop suddenly or slowly. Only a doctor can tell if it's arthritis. But \"you have arthritis\" is not a diagnosis. Ask for a specific diagnosis of the type of arthritis you have. There are more than 100 types, each of which has different treatments. Getting the right treatment requires getting the right diagnosis. \nSee Your Doctor--Although there is no cure for most types of arthritis, early diagnosis and appropriate management is important, especially for inflammatory types of arthritis. For example, early use of disease-modifying drugs can affect the course of rheumatoid arthritis. If you have symptoms of arthritis, see your doctor and begin appropriate management of your condition. \n \nMANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES \nEarly diagnosis and appropriate management of arthritis, including self-management activities, can help people with arthritis decrease pain, improve function, stay productive, and lower health care costs. Key selfmanagement activities include the following: \nBe Active--Research has shown that physical activity decreases pain, improves function, and delays disability. Make sure you get at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity at least 3 days a week. You can get activity in 10-minute intervals. \nWatch Your Weight-- Weight control is essential; the prevalence of arthritis increases with increasing weight. Research suggests that maintaining a healthy weight reduces the risk of developing arthritis and may decrease disease progression \n \nProtect Your Joints--Joint injury can lead to osteoarthritis. People who experience sports or occupational injuries or have jobs with repetitive motions like repeated knee bending have more osteoarthritis. Avoid joint injury to reduce your risk of developing osteoarthritis. (Content Source: National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Division of Adult and Community Health, Health Care and Aging Studies Branch, Arthritis Program. 24 May 2007. http://www.cdc.gov/arthritis/arthritis/f aq.htm ) \n \nFollowing the above recommendations will reduce the burden of living with arthritis. To learn more about arthritis and other chronic diseases, visit www.livehealthygeorgia.com. \nData sources: Georgia Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (2007), Georgia Hospital Discharge Data (2006). Date updated: June 2008 Publication number: DPH08.314HW Visit http://www.health.state.ga.us/epi/cdiee/arthritis.asp for more information about arthritis in Georgia. \nGeorgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Public Health  2 Peachtree Street, NW  Atlanta, GA 30303  (404) 657-3103  ga-arthritis@dhr.state.ga.us  http://health.state.ga.us \n \n "},{"id":"dlg_ggpd_y-ga-bh800-pp8-bs1-ba7-b2007-belec-p-btext","title":"2007 Georgia data summary. Arthritis","collection_id":"dlg_ggpd","collection_title":"Georgia Government Publications","dcterms_contributor":["Georgia. Division of Public Health."],"dcterms_spatial":["United States, Georgia, 32.75042, -83.50018"],"dcterms_creator":["Georgia. 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Arthritis and other rheumatic conditions include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, gout, fibromyalgia, and others. \nSURVEILLANCE CASE DEFINITION \n \nThe Atlanta area has the lowest prevalence of doctordiagnosed arthritis (less than 1 in 5) while the southcentral region of Georgia has the highest (almost 1 in 3). \nPercent of Adult Georgians with Doctor-diagnosed Arthritis by Health District, \n2003 \u0026 2005 \n \nDoctor-diagnosed arthritis is defined as having been diagnosed with arthritis or other rheumatic conditions by a physician or health professional. \n \nPREVALENCE \n \n About 1 in 4 adult Georgians reported doctordiagnosed arthritis in 2005. \n \n Doctor-diagnosed arthritis is more common in women (29%) than men (22%). \n \n Doctor-diagnosed arthritis is more common in whites (27%) and blacks (25%) than Hispanics (11%). \n Among race and sex groups, white females have the highest prevalence of doctor-diagnosed arthritis (32%), and white males have the lowest (23%). \n The prevalence of doctor-diagnosed arthritis increases with age, from about 4% among 18-24 year olds to 57% among those 65 years and older. \n \nHOSPITALIZATIONS \n In 2005, there were 23,535 hospitalizations with a primary diagnosis of arthritis. Of these, osteoarthritis accounted for 65%. \n Total hospital charges for arthritis exceeded $795 million in 2005 with the average length of stay lasting about 4.2 days. \n \nPercent \n \nPercent of Adult Georgians with Doctor-diagnosed Arthritis by Age, 2005 \n \n60 \n \n57 \n \n50 \n \n46 \n \n40 \n \n30 \n \n20 \n \n10 \n \n4 \n \n32 21 7 \n \n0 \n \n18-24 \n \n25-34 \n \n35-44 \n \n45-54 \n \n55-64 \n \n65+ \n \nAge \n \nRISK FACTORS \n Obesity, injury, and family history are risk factors for arthritis. Appropriate physical activity can prevent arthritis and reduce arthritis-related disability. \n Over 66% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis are physically inactive or insufficiently active. \n 36% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis are obese. \n \nGeorgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Public Health  2 Peachtree Street, NW  Atlanta, GA 30303  (404) 657-3103  ga-arthritis@dhr.state.ga.us  http://health.state.ga.us \n \n IMPACT OF ARTHRITIS \nAdults with arthritis are more likely to report poor health, limitations due to joint symptoms, and injuries. \n 34% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported fair or poor general health (versus good, very good, or excellent general health). \n Almost half of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported days of poor physical health during the past 30 days; 37% reported days of poor mental health during the past 30 days. \n 48% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported days when poor health kept them from doing their usual activities during the past 30 days. \n 41% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported limitations in daily activities; 41% reported limitations in work-related activities. \n 17% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having a fall in the past 3 months; 44% of whom were injured due to the fall. \nACCESS TO CARE \nMany adults who may have arthritis have not seen a doctor for their joint symptoms, and many adults with arthritis cannot see a doctor due to costs. \n Almost half of those reporting chronic joint symptoms, but who have not been clinically diagnosed with arthritis, have not seen a doctor for their joint symptoms. \n Almost half of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis or chronic joint symptoms needed to see a doctor in the past 12 months but could not because of costs. \nARTHRITIS MANAGEMENT \nPhysicians and health care providers can recommend exercise and weight control for those who could benefit from them. \n Among obese adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis, only 65% were recommended by a doctor to lose weight to manage their arthritis, and only 55% were recommended both to lose weight and to exercise. \n Among adults with normal weight and doctor-diagnosed arthritis, only 49% were recommended to exercise to manage their arthritis. \nCOMORBIDITY \nAdults with arthritis are more likely to have other chronic diseases or modifiable risk factors.* \n 3 in 4 adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having other chronic diseases or modifiable risk factors.* \n 1 in 3 adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having high blood pressure; 1 in 3 adults with doctordiagnosed arthritis reported ever having high cholesterol. \n 1 in 8 adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having diabetes. \n 1 in 20 adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having angina or coronary heart disease. \n*High cholesterol, high blood pressure, smoking, asthma, diabetes, heart attack, angina/coronary heart disease, and stroke Data sources: Georgia Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, Georgia Hospital Discharge Data Date updated: June 2007 Publication number: DPH07.090HW Visit http://www.health.state.ga.us/epi/cdiee/arthritis.asp for more information about arthritis in Georgia. \nGeorgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Public Health  2 Peachtree Street, NW  Atlanta, GA 30303  (404) 657-3103  ga-arthritis@dhr.state.ga.us  http://health.state.ga.us \n \n "},{"id":"dlg_ggpd_y-ga-bh800-pp8-bs1-ba73-b2007-belec-p-btext","title":"2007 Georgia program and data summary. 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The pattern, severity, and location of symptoms can vary depending on the specific form of the disease. \nFunded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Georgia Arthritis Program is part of a national effort to improve the quality of life for people affected by arthritis. \nINITIATIVES AND PARTNERSHIPS \nThe Georgia Arthritis Program along with the Arthritis Foundation, Georgia Chapter implement a variety of evidence-based programs aimed at reducing the severity of arthritis. \nDuring FY2007, the Georgia Arthritis Program reached 672 Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program participants by effectively partnering with the Arthritis Foundation, Georgia Chapter, the Division of Aging Services, Area Agencies on Aging, and Georgia Recreation and Park Services to expand the Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program statewide. \nCURRENT ACTIVITIES AND INTERVENTIONS \nArthritis Awareness Month \nDuring the month of May each year, the Georgia Arthritis Program supports the Arthritis Foundation, Georgia Chapter's Arthritis Awareness initiatives. Events are held throughout the state to raise awareness about arthritis. Also, public health districts and coalitions throughout the state that receive special project funding from DHR, implement Arthritis Awareness month activities. \n \nChronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) \nThe Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) is an effective program for people with chronic health problems. The program specifically addresses arthritis, diabetes, lung and heart disease, but teaches skills useful for managing a variety of chronic diseases. This program was developed at Stanford University. Participants who took CDSMP demonstrated significant improvements in exercise, communication with physicians, and self-reported general health, and decreases in health distress, fatigue, disability, and social/role activities limitations. \nArthritis Foundation Exercise Program (AFEP) (formerly People with Arthritis Can Exercise or PACE) \nThe Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program (AFEP) is a community-based recreational exercise program developed by the Arthritis Foundation. Trained AFEP instructors cover a variety of range-of-motion and endurance-building activities, relaxation techniques, and health education topics. The program's demonstrated benefits include improved functional ability, decreased depression, and increased confidence in one's ability to exercise. \nArthritis Foundation Aquatic Program (AFAP) \nA water exercise program created by the Arthritis Foundation for people with arthritis and related conditions. The classes are conducted by a trained instructor and are designed to improve flexibility, joint range of motion, endurance, strength, daily function and to decrease pain. The aquatics classes include joint range of motion, stretching, breathing, and light aerobic activities. \nEnhance Fitness (EF) (formerly Lifetime Fitness) \n \nSpecial Project Funding to Public Health Districts \nThe Georgia Arthritis Program awards annual special project funds to multiple public health districts and coalitions. This funding enables local health districts to conduct interventions and implement arthritis awareness and prevention strategies to serve communities that are underserved and disproportionately affected by arthritis. These funds help establish partnerships between the state arthritis program and local arthritis coalitions to implement evidence-based arthritis programs. \n \nAn evidence-based, community-delivered exercise program proven to increase strength, boost activity levels, and elevate mood. Certified EF instructors offer a program that focuses on stretching, flexibility, balance, low impact aerobics, and strength training exercises. \n \nGeorgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Public Health  2 Peachtree Street, NW  Atlanta, GA 30303  (404) 657-3103  ga-arthritis@dhr.state.ga.us  http://health.state.ga.us \n \n Arthritis and chronic joint symptoms affect almost half of adult Georgians. \n \nSURVEILLANCE CASE DEFINITION \n \nDoctor-diagnosed arthritis is defined as having been diagnosed with arthritis or other rheumatic conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, gout, and fibromyalgia by a physician or health professional. \n \nPREVALENCE \n \n About 1 in 4 adult Georgians reported doctordiagnosed arthritis in 2005. \n \n Doctor-diagnosed arthritis is more common in women (29%) than men (22%). \n \n Doctor-diagnosed arthritis is more common in whites (27%) and blacks (25%) than Hispanics (11%). \n \n Among race and sex groups, white females have the highest prevalence of doctor-diagnosed arthritis (32%), and white males have the lowest (23%). \n \nPercent of Adult Georgias with Doctor-diagnosed Arthritis by Race and Sex, 2005 \n \n60 \n \n50 \n \n40 \n \n30 \n \n23 \n \n20 \n \n10 \n \n0 White Male \n \n32 \n \n25 \n \n25 \n \nBlack Male White Female Black Female Race and Sex \n \nPercent \n \n The prevalence of doctor-diagnosed arthritis increases with age, from about 4% among 18-24 year olds to 57% among those 65 years and older. \n \nPercent of Adult Georgians with Doctor-diagnosed Arthritis by Age, 2005 \n \n60 \n \n57 \n \n50 \n \n46 \n \n40 \n \n30 \n \n20 \n \n10 \n \n4 \n \n32 21 7 \n \n0 \n \n18-24 \n \n25-34 \n \n35-44 \n \n45-54 \n \n55-64 \n \n65+ \n \nAge \n \nPercent \n \nPREVALENCE BY HEALTH DISTRICT \nThe metropolitan Atlanta area has the lowest prevalence of doctor-diagnosed arthritis (less than 1 in 5) while the south-central region of Georgia has the highest (almost 1 in 3). \nPercent of Adult Georgians with Doctor-diagnosed Arthritis by Health District, \n2003 \u0026 2005 \nHOSPITALIZATIONS \n In 2005, there were 23,535 hospitalizations with a primary diagnosis of arthritis. Of these, osteoarthritis accounted for 65%. \n Total hospital charges for arthritis exceeded $795 million in 2004 with the average length of stay lasting about 4.2 days. \nRISK FACTORS \n Obesity, injury, and family history are risk factors for arthritis. Appropriate physical activity can prevent arthritis and reduce arthritis-related disability. \n Over 66% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis are physically inactive or insufficiently active. \n 36% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis are obese. \n \nGeorgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Public Health  2 Peachtree Street, NW  Atlanta, GA 30303  (404) 657-3103  ga-arthritis@dhr.state.ga.us  http://health.state.ga.us \n \n IMPACT OF ARTHRITIS \nAdults with arthritis are more likely to report poor health, limitations due to joint symptoms, and injuries.  34% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported fair or poor general health (versus good, very good, or excellent general health).  Almost half of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported days of poor physical health during the past 30 days; 37% reported days of poor mental health during the past 30 days.  48% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported days when poor health kept them from doing their usual activities during the past 30 days.  41% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported limitations in daily activities; 41% reported limitations in work-related activities.  17% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having a fall in the past 3 months; 44% of whom were injured due to the fall. \nACCESS TO CARE \nMany adults who may have arthritis have not seen a doctor for their joint symptoms, and many adults with arthritis cannot see a doctor due to costs. \n Almost half of those reporting chronic joint symptoms, but who have not been clinically diagnosed with arthritis, have not seen a doctor for their joint symptoms. \n Almost half of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis or chronic joint symptoms needed to see a doctor in the past 12 months but could not because of costs. \nARTHRITIS MANAGEMENT \nPhysicians and health care providers can recommend exercise and weight control for those who could benefit from them. \n Among obese adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis, only 65% were recommended by a doctor to lose weight to manage their arthritis, and only 55% were recommended both to lose weight and to exercise. \n Among adults with normal weight and doctor-diagnosed arthritis, only 49% were recommended to exercise to manage their arthritis. \nCOMORBIDITY \nAdults with arthritis are more likely to have other chronic diseases or modifiable risk factors.*  3 in 4 adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having other chronic diseases or modifiable risk factors.*  1 in 3 adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having high blood pressure; 1 in 3 adults with doctordiagnosed arthritis reported ever having high cholesterol.  1 in 8 adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having diabetes.  1 in 20 adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having angina or coronary heart disease. \n*High cholesterol, high blood pressure, smoking, asthma, diabetes, heart attack, angina/coronary heart disease, and stroke \nGeorgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Public Health  2 Peachtree Street, NW  Atlanta, GA 30303  (404) 657-3103  ga-arthritis@dhr.state.ga.us  http://health.state.ga.us \n \n SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF ARTHRITIS and PREVENTION TECHNIQUES* \n \nSIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF ARTHRITIS \nPay attention to symptoms, see your doctor and get an accurate diagnosis. If you have pain, stiffness or swelling in or around a joint for more than two weeks, it's time to see your doctor. These symptoms can develop suddenly or slowly. Only a doctor can tell if it's arthritis. But \"you have arthritis\" is not a diagnosis. Ask for a specific diagnosis of the type of arthritis you have. There are more than 100 types, each of which has different treatments. Getting the right treatment requires getting the right diagnosis. \nSee Your Doctor--Although there is no cure for most types of arthritis, early diagnosis and appropriate management is important, especially for inflammatory types of arthritis. For example, early use of disease-modifying drugs can affect the course of rheumatoid arthritis. If you have symptoms of arthritis, see your doctor and begin appropriate management of your condition. \n \nMANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES \nEarly diagnosis and appropriate management of arthritis, including self-management activities, can help people with arthritis decrease pain, improve function, stay productive, and lower health care costs. Key self-management activities include the following: \nBe Active--Research has shown that physical activity decreases pain, improves function, and delays disability. Make sure you get at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity at least 3 days a week. You can get activity in 10-minute intervals. \nWatch Your Weight--The prevalence of arthritis increases with increasing weight. Research suggests that maintaining a healthy weight reduces the risk of developing arthritis and may decrease disease progression. A loss of just 11 pounds can decrease the occurrence (incidence) of knee osteoarthritis. \n \nProtect Your Joints--Joint injury can lead to osteoarthritis. People who experience sports or occupational injuries or have jobs with repetitive motions like repeated knee bending have more osteoarthritis. Avoid joint injury to reduce your risk of developing osteoarthritis. \n \n(Excerpted from, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Division of Adult and Community Health, Health Care and Aging Studies Branch, Arthritis Program) http://www.cdc.gov/arthritis/arthritis/key.htm \nFollowing the above recommendations will reduce the burden of living with arthritis. To learn more about arthritis and other chronic diseases, visit www.livehealthygeorgia.com. \n \nData source: Georgia Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, Georgia Hospital Discharge Data Date updated: August 2007 Publication number: DPH07.095HW Visit http://www.health.state.ga.us/epi/cdiee/arthritis.asp for more information about arthritis in Georgia. \nGeorgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Public Health  2 Peachtree Street, NW  Atlanta, GA 30303  (404) 657-3103  ga-arthritis@dhr.state.ga.us  http://health.state.ga.us \n \n "},{"id":"dlg_ggpd_y-ga-bh800-pp8-bs1-ba7-b2006-belec-p-btext","title":"2006 Georgia data summary. Arthritis","collection_id":"dlg_ggpd","collection_title":"Georgia Government Publications","dcterms_contributor":["Georgia. Division of Public Health."],"dcterms_spatial":["United States, Georgia, 32.75042, -83.50018"],"dcterms_creator":["Georgia. 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Arthritis and other rheumatic conditions include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, gout, fibromyalgia, and others. \nSURVEILLANCE CASE DEFINITION \nDoctor-diagnosed arthritis is defined as having been diagnosed with arthritis or other rheumatic conditions by a physician or health professional. \n \nPREVALENCE BY HEALTH DISTRICT \nThe metropolitan Atlanta area has the lowest prevalence of doctor-diagnosed arthritis (less than 1 in 5) while the south-central region of Georgia has the highest (almost 1 in 3). \nDoctor-diagnosed Arthritis Among Adult Georgians by Health District, \n2003 \u0026 2005 \n \nPREVALENCE \n \n About 1 in 4 adult Georgians reported doctordiagnosed arthritis in 2005. \n Doctor-diagnosed arthritis is more common in women (29%) than men (22%). \n Doctor-diagnosed arthritis is more common in whites (27%) and blacks (25%) than Hispanics (11%). \n Among race and sex groups, white females have the highest prevalence of doctor-diagnosed arthritis (32%), and white males have the lowest (23%). \n The prevalence of doctor-diagnosed arthritis increases with age, from about 4% among 18-24 year olds to 57% among those 65 years and older. \n \nPercent \n \nPercent of Adult Georgians with Doctor-diagnosed Arthritis by Age, 2005 \n \n60 \n \n57 \n \n50 \n \n46 \n \n40 \n \n30 \n \n20 \n \n10 \n \n4 \n \n32 21 7 \n \n0 \n \n18-24 \n \n25-34 \n \n35-44 \n \n45-54 \n \n55-64 \n \n65+ \n \nAge \n \nHOSPITALIZATIONS \n In 2004, there were 22,451 hospitalizations with a primary diagnosis of arthritis. Of these, osteoarthritis accounted for 62%. \n Total hospital charges for arthritis exceeded $680 million in 2004 with the average length of stay lasting about 4.4 days. \nRISK FACTORS \n Obesity, injury, and family history are risk factors for arthritis. Appropriate physical activity can prevent arthritis and reduce arthritis-related disability. \n Over 66% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis are physically inactive or insufficiently active. \n 36% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis are obese. \n \nGeorgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Public Health  2 Peachtree Street, NW  Atlanta, GA 30303  (404) 657-3103  gdphinfo@dhr.state.ga.us  http://health.state.ga.us \n \n IMPACT OF ARTHRITIS \nAdults with arthritis are more likely to report poor health, limitations due to joint symptoms, and injuries. \n 34% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported fair or poor general health (versus good, very good, or excellent general health). \n Almost half of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported days of poor physical health during the past 30 days; 37% reported days of poor mental health during the past 30 days. \n 48% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported days when poor health kept them from doing their usual activities during the past 30 days. \n 41% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported limitations in daily activities; 41% reported limitations in work-related activities. \n 17% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having a fall in the past 3 months; 44% of whom were injured due to the fall. \nACCESS TO CARE \nMany adults who may have arthritis have not seen a doctor for their joint symptoms, and many adults with arthritis cannot see a doctor due to costs. \n Almost half of those reporting chronic joint symptoms, but who have not been clinically diagnosed with arthritis, have not seen a doctor for their joint symptoms. \n Almost half of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis or chronic joint symptoms needed to see a doctor in the past 12 months but could not because of costs. \nARTHRITIS MANAGEMENT \nPhysicians and health care providers can recommend exercise and weight control for those who could benefit from them. \n Among obese adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis, only 65% were recommended by a doctor to lose weight to manage their arthritis, and only 55% were recommended both to lose weight and to exercise. \n Among adults with normal weight and doctor-diagnosed arthritis, only 49% were recommended to exercise to manage their arthritis. \nCOMORBIDITY \nAdults with arthritis are more likely to have other chronic diseases or modifiable risk factors.* \n 3 in 4 adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having other chronic diseases or modifiable risk factors.* \n 1 in 3 adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having high blood pressure; 1 in 3 adults with doctordiagnosed arthritis reported ever having high cholesterol. \n 1 in 8 adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having diabetes. \n 1 in 20 adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having angina or coronary heart disease. \n*High cholesterol, high blood pressure, smoking, asthma, diabetes, heart attack, angina/coronary heart disease, and stroke Data source: Georgia Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System Date updated: August 2006 Publication number: DPH06.133HW Visit http://www.health.state.ga.us/epi/cdiee/arthritis.asp for more information about arthritis in Georgia. \nGeorgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Public Health  2 Peachtree Street, NW  Atlanta, GA 30303  (404) 657-3103  gdphinfo@dhr.state.ga.us  http://health.state.ga.us \n \n "},{"id":"dlg_ggpd_y-ga-bh800-pp8-bs1-ba7-b2005-belec-p-btext","title":"2005 Georgia data summary. 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Arthritis and other rheumatic conditions include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, gout, fibromyalgia, and others. \nSURVEILLANCE CASE DEFINITION \nDoctor-diagnosed arthritis is defined as having been diagnosed with arthritis or other rheumatic conditions by a physician or health professional. \nPREVALENCE \n \nThe metropolitan Atlanta area has the lowest prevalence of doctor-diagnosed arthritis while the southern region of Georgia has the highest. \nPercentage of Adult Georgians with Doctor-diagnosed Arthritis by Health District, 2003 \nPrevalence of Doctor -diagnosed Arthritis \n16.5% - 20.9% 21.0% - 25.4% \n# \n25.5% - 29.9% 30.0% - 34.5% \n \n About 1 in 4 adult Georgians reported doctordiagnosed arthritis in 2003. \n \n Doctor-diagnosed arthritis is more common in women (30%) than men (23%). \n Doctor-diagnosed arthritis is more common in whites (30%) than blacks (22%) or Hispanics (18%). \n Among race and sex groups, white females have the highest prevalence of doctor-diagnosed arthritis (33%), and black males have the lowest (17%). \n The prevalence of doctor-diagnosed arthritis increases with age, from about 5% among 18-24 year olds to 60% among those 65 years and older. \n \nPercent \n \nPercentage of Adult Georgians with Doctor-diagnosed Arthritis by Age, 2003 \n \n70 60 \n60 \n \n50 \n \n45 \n \n40 \n \n35 \n \n30 \n \n20 \n \n10 \n \n5 \n \n18 10 \n \n0 18-24 25-34 35-44 45-54 55-64 65+ \n \nAge \n \nHOSPITALIZATIONS \n In 2003, there were 19,499 hospitalizations with a primary diagnosis of arthritis. Of these, osteoarthritis accounted for 59%. \n Total hospital charges for arthritis exceeded $533 million in 2003 with the average length of stay lasting about 4.5 days. \nRISK FACTORS \n Obesity, injury, and family history are risk factors for arthritis. Appropriate physical activity can prevent arthritis and reduce arthritis-related disability. \n Over 60% of people with doctor-diagnosed arthritis are physically inactive or insufficiently active. \n Nearly 30% of people with doctor-diagnosed arthritis are obese. \n \nGeorgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Public Health  2 Peachtree Street, NW  Atlanta, GA 30303  (404) 657-3103  gdphinfo@dhr.state.ga.us  http://health.state.ga.us \n \n IMPACT OF ARTHRITIS \nPeople with arthritis are more likely to report poor health, limitations due to joint symptoms, and injuries. \n 30% of people with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported fair or poor general health (versus good, very good, or excellent general health). \n Almost half of people with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported days of poor physical health during the past 30 days; 43% reported days of poor mental health during the past 30 days. \n 43% of people with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported days when poor health kept them from doing their usual activities during the past 30 days. \n 38% of people with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported limitations in daily activities; 41% reported limitations in work-related activities. \n 17% of people with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having a fall in the past 3 months; 44% of whom were injured due to the fall. \nACCESS TO CARE \nMany people who may have arthritis have not seen a doctor for their joint symptoms, and many people with arthritis cannot see a doctor due to costs. \n Almost half of those reporting chronic joint symptoms, but who have not been clinically diagnosed with arthritis, have not seen a doctor for their joint symptoms. \n Almost 1 in 4 people with doctor-diagnosed arthritis needed to see a doctor in the past 12 months but could not because of costs. \nARTHRITIS MANAGEMENT \nPhysicians and health care providers can recommend exercise and weight control for those who could benefit from them. \n Among obese adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis, only 47% were recommended by a doctor to lose weight to manage their arthritis, and only 38% were recommended both to lose weight and to exercise. \n Among people with normal weight and doctor-diagnosed arthritis, only 36% were recommended to exercise to manage their arthritis. \nCOMORBIDITY \nPeople with arthritis are more likely to have other chronic diseases or modifiable risk factors.* \n 7 in 10 people with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having other chronic diseases or modifiable risk factors.* \n 1 in 3 people with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having high blood pressure. \n 1 in 9 people with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having asthma. \n Almost 1 in 10 people with doctor-diagnosed arthritis reported having diabetes. \n*High cholesterol, high blood pressure, smoking, asthma, diabetes, heart attack, angina/coronary heart disease, and stroke Data source: 2003 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System Date updated: December 2005 Publication number: DPH05.113H Visit http://www.health.state.ga.us/epi/cdiee/arthritis.asp for more information about arthritis in Georgia. \nGeorgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Public Health  2 Peachtree Street, NW  Atlanta, GA 30303  (404) 657-3103  gdphinfo@dhr.state.ga.us  http://health.state.ga.us \n \n "}],"pages":{"current_page":1,"next_page":null,"prev_page":null,"total_pages":1,"limit_value":10,"offset_value":0,"total_count":6,"first_page?":true,"last_page?":true},"facets":[{"name":"type_facet","items":[{"value":"Text","hits":6}],"options":{"sort":"count","limit":16,"offset":0,"prefix":null}},{"name":"creator_facet","items":[{"value":"Georgia. 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