Scroll down Support for living with JIA JIA-at-NRAS is a part of the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS). We have just launched our Purple Gunge Challenge as part of #WearPurpleForJIA! Get involved by clicking below. Find out more What's Happening Article Wear Purple for JIA 2025: A Splash of Purple for a Powerful Cause Wear Purple for JIA 2025: A Splash of Purple for a Powerful Cause The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS) is thrilled to announce the return of its annual #WearPurpleForJIA campaign, set to take place on Friday, 23rd May 2025. This colourful initiative aims to raise awareness and funds for children and young people living with […] Event, on 23 May 2025 #WearPurpleForJIA #WearPurpleForJIA is an annual campaign dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the benefit of those living with JIA. Event, on 15 Jul 2024 JIA Awareness Week 2024 NRAS is proud to announce the dates for 2024’s Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis Awareness Week (JIA AW) 15th- 21st July Get all the latest news and events straight to your inbox with our quarterly email. Don't worry, we won’t send you spam! Sign up About Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis All our information on Juvenile idiopathic arthritis, what it is, how it’s managed and living with the condition. What is JIA? → JIA means there is inflammation in a child’s joints that isn’t caused by any other condition. Symptoms of JIA → JIA is more than just painful joints. There are a number of symptoms that may be experienced and age is a big factor in this. JIA Diagnosis → There are a number of different investigations used in diagnoses, including blood tests and scans, along with a discussion about symptoms. JIA Medication → JIA is an auto-immune condition, so the main drugs used to control it are drugs called ‘immunosuppressants’. Search for resources Try searching our resource hub to find the articles, videos, tools and publications most helpful for you. I am… Child Health Professional Parent TeacherSelect topic… COVID-19 Diagnosis Diet and Exercise Events Fundraising Healthcare professionals JIA-at-NRAS News Medication Mental Health Other Conditions Research School Symptoms TransitionSelect resource type… Article Publication Video Showing 1-5 of 63 Clear All Article Wear Purple for JIA 2025: A Splash of Purple for a Powerful Cause Wear Purple for JIA 2025: A Splash of Purple for a Powerful Cause The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS) is thrilled to announce the return of its annual #WearPurpleForJIA campaign, set to take place on Friday, 23rd May 2025. This colourful initiative aims to raise awareness and funds for children and young people living with […] Article #ThisIsJIA by Helen Stanier Being so young, I do not remember my initial diagnosis, but my parents took me to the GP because my right knee was hot and swollen, I had difficulty walking and I cried a lot. Thankfully, the doctor diagnosed me quite quickly with JIA and referred me to a rheumatologist. Unfortunately, in the 1980s there […] Article #ThisIsJIA by Gail Molyneaux This is JIA. Initial treatment, as it was limited at the time, involved steroids, anti-inflammatory drugs, and a diligent exercise regime encouraged by my supportive dad through small bribes despite my pain. The inflammation was difficult to control, requiring ankle callipers that led to teasing from other children. However, my family ensured I could still […] Article #ThisIsJIA by Melody Pre 2002 I was so full of life, I did Gymnastics, Netball, a bit of Cricket and I absolutely loved sports day, I ran the 200m every year! I caught the Flu in April 2002; I was quite poorly and lost my voice for about a week. Although I recovered from the flu, as the […] Article #ThisIsJIA by Haider Khan Everyday is different for us. Some days she will feel alright whilst other days things are more challenging for her, especially when she has a flare, which stops her from walking for too long or doing simple tasks without feeling a sharp pain in her joints, which makes the most basic things such as going […] Load more ↓ Get Involved There are many ways in which you can get involved to support JIA-at-NRAS, from holding a tea party to joining in with our campaigns. Help by donating Donate today to change the lives of those with juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Help by fundraising We need your help to continue our work and there’s lots of ways to do so! Help by campaigning Find out about what we do and help us to campaign for the change we need. Products View JIA-at-NRAS T-Shirt (Child) £5.50 inc. VAT View JIA Wristband £2.50 inc. VAT Your Stories Summer’s story – a mother’s perspective of life with JIA Summer was 7 when she first complained of aches and pains in her legs. I put it down to growing pains which I remember having myself as a child. These pains went on for weeks and progressively became worse, so I made an appointment with our local GP who suggested she had a blood test. Lucien’s Story When I look at a photograph of my boy just before his 3rd birthday, he’s like a live wire, bursting with energy. That’s the way we see young kids. Yet my kid has what’s called Systemic Onset Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis which is the rarest form of JIA and can have the greatest impact. Yes, kids can get it too I’m going to be honest, I’m awful at writing about myself. I find it awkward and I’m never sure if I’m too whiny, or if it comes across that I’m trying too hard to be light-hearted and just ends up sounding absolutely miserable as a result. I am a worrier by nature, so I of course panicked when I was told that I had developed a disease. Bella’s story At 18 months old, Isabella-May woke up feeling poorly with a high temperature and sickness – nothing overly concerning. By the next day she was limping and still poorly so we took her to the GP who decided she had an ear infection. A week passed and she still wasn’t right. She was barely moving and limping when she did. Click to close video modal Close Help support others Because of your generous donations JIA-at-NRAS will continue to be there for everyone affected by JIA. MonthlySinglePay in Funds £5£8£15Other £18.63£37.26£49.68Other £50£100£200Other Donate now! 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What's Happening Article Wear Purple for JIA 2025: A Splash of Purple for a Powerful Cause Wear Purple for JIA 2025: A Splash of Purple for a Powerful Cause The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS) is thrilled to announce the return of its annual #WearPurpleForJIA campaign, set to take place on Friday, 23rd May 2025. This colourful initiative aims to raise awareness and funds for children and young people living with […] Event, on 23 May 2025 #WearPurpleForJIA #WearPurpleForJIA is an annual campaign dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the benefit of those living with JIA. Event, on 15 Jul 2024 JIA Awareness Week 2024 NRAS is proud to announce the dates for 2024’s Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis Awareness Week (JIA AW) 15th- 21st July Get all the latest news and events straight to your inbox with our quarterly email. Don't worry, we won’t send you spam! Sign up
Article Wear Purple for JIA 2025: A Splash of Purple for a Powerful Cause Wear Purple for JIA 2025: A Splash of Purple for a Powerful Cause The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS) is thrilled to announce the return of its annual #WearPurpleForJIA campaign, set to take place on Friday, 23rd May 2025. This colourful initiative aims to raise awareness and funds for children and young people living with […]
Event, on 23 May 2025 #WearPurpleForJIA #WearPurpleForJIA is an annual campaign dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the benefit of those living with JIA.
Event, on 15 Jul 2024 JIA Awareness Week 2024 NRAS is proud to announce the dates for 2024’s Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis Awareness Week (JIA AW) 15th- 21st July
About Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis All our information on Juvenile idiopathic arthritis, what it is, how it’s managed and living with the condition. What is JIA? → JIA means there is inflammation in a child’s joints that isn’t caused by any other condition. Symptoms of JIA → JIA is more than just painful joints. There are a number of symptoms that may be experienced and age is a big factor in this. JIA Diagnosis → There are a number of different investigations used in diagnoses, including blood tests and scans, along with a discussion about symptoms. JIA Medication → JIA is an auto-immune condition, so the main drugs used to control it are drugs called ‘immunosuppressants’.
Search for resources Try searching our resource hub to find the articles, videos, tools and publications most helpful for you. I am… Child Health Professional Parent TeacherSelect topic… COVID-19 Diagnosis Diet and Exercise Events Fundraising Healthcare professionals JIA-at-NRAS News Medication Mental Health Other Conditions Research School Symptoms TransitionSelect resource type… Article Publication Video Showing 1-5 of 63 Clear All Article Wear Purple for JIA 2025: A Splash of Purple for a Powerful Cause Wear Purple for JIA 2025: A Splash of Purple for a Powerful Cause The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS) is thrilled to announce the return of its annual #WearPurpleForJIA campaign, set to take place on Friday, 23rd May 2025. This colourful initiative aims to raise awareness and funds for children and young people living with […] Article #ThisIsJIA by Helen Stanier Being so young, I do not remember my initial diagnosis, but my parents took me to the GP because my right knee was hot and swollen, I had difficulty walking and I cried a lot. Thankfully, the doctor diagnosed me quite quickly with JIA and referred me to a rheumatologist. Unfortunately, in the 1980s there […] Article #ThisIsJIA by Gail Molyneaux This is JIA. Initial treatment, as it was limited at the time, involved steroids, anti-inflammatory drugs, and a diligent exercise regime encouraged by my supportive dad through small bribes despite my pain. The inflammation was difficult to control, requiring ankle callipers that led to teasing from other children. However, my family ensured I could still […] Article #ThisIsJIA by Melody Pre 2002 I was so full of life, I did Gymnastics, Netball, a bit of Cricket and I absolutely loved sports day, I ran the 200m every year! I caught the Flu in April 2002; I was quite poorly and lost my voice for about a week. Although I recovered from the flu, as the […] Article #ThisIsJIA by Haider Khan Everyday is different for us. Some days she will feel alright whilst other days things are more challenging for her, especially when she has a flare, which stops her from walking for too long or doing simple tasks without feeling a sharp pain in her joints, which makes the most basic things such as going […] Load more ↓
Article Wear Purple for JIA 2025: A Splash of Purple for a Powerful Cause Wear Purple for JIA 2025: A Splash of Purple for a Powerful Cause The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS) is thrilled to announce the return of its annual #WearPurpleForJIA campaign, set to take place on Friday, 23rd May 2025. This colourful initiative aims to raise awareness and funds for children and young people living with […]
Article #ThisIsJIA by Helen Stanier Being so young, I do not remember my initial diagnosis, but my parents took me to the GP because my right knee was hot and swollen, I had difficulty walking and I cried a lot. Thankfully, the doctor diagnosed me quite quickly with JIA and referred me to a rheumatologist. Unfortunately, in the 1980s there […]
Article #ThisIsJIA by Gail Molyneaux This is JIA. Initial treatment, as it was limited at the time, involved steroids, anti-inflammatory drugs, and a diligent exercise regime encouraged by my supportive dad through small bribes despite my pain. The inflammation was difficult to control, requiring ankle callipers that led to teasing from other children. However, my family ensured I could still […]
Article #ThisIsJIA by Melody Pre 2002 I was so full of life, I did Gymnastics, Netball, a bit of Cricket and I absolutely loved sports day, I ran the 200m every year! I caught the Flu in April 2002; I was quite poorly and lost my voice for about a week. Although I recovered from the flu, as the […]
Article #ThisIsJIA by Haider Khan Everyday is different for us. Some days she will feel alright whilst other days things are more challenging for her, especially when she has a flare, which stops her from walking for too long or doing simple tasks without feeling a sharp pain in her joints, which makes the most basic things such as going […]
Get Involved There are many ways in which you can get involved to support JIA-at-NRAS, from holding a tea party to joining in with our campaigns. Help by donating Donate today to change the lives of those with juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Help by fundraising We need your help to continue our work and there’s lots of ways to do so! Help by campaigning Find out about what we do and help us to campaign for the change we need.
Your Stories Summer’s story – a mother’s perspective of life with JIA Summer was 7 when she first complained of aches and pains in her legs. I put it down to growing pains which I remember having myself as a child. These pains went on for weeks and progressively became worse, so I made an appointment with our local GP who suggested she had a blood test. Lucien’s Story When I look at a photograph of my boy just before his 3rd birthday, he’s like a live wire, bursting with energy. That’s the way we see young kids. Yet my kid has what’s called Systemic Onset Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis which is the rarest form of JIA and can have the greatest impact. Yes, kids can get it too I’m going to be honest, I’m awful at writing about myself. I find it awkward and I’m never sure if I’m too whiny, or if it comes across that I’m trying too hard to be light-hearted and just ends up sounding absolutely miserable as a result. I am a worrier by nature, so I of course panicked when I was told that I had developed a disease. Bella’s story At 18 months old, Isabella-May woke up feeling poorly with a high temperature and sickness – nothing overly concerning. By the next day she was limping and still poorly so we took her to the GP who decided she had an ear infection. A week passed and she still wasn’t right. She was barely moving and limping when she did.
Summer’s story – a mother’s perspective of life with JIA Summer was 7 when she first complained of aches and pains in her legs. I put it down to growing pains which I remember having myself as a child. These pains went on for weeks and progressively became worse, so I made an appointment with our local GP who suggested she had a blood test.
Lucien’s Story When I look at a photograph of my boy just before his 3rd birthday, he’s like a live wire, bursting with energy. That’s the way we see young kids. Yet my kid has what’s called Systemic Onset Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis which is the rarest form of JIA and can have the greatest impact.
Yes, kids can get it too I’m going to be honest, I’m awful at writing about myself. I find it awkward and I’m never sure if I’m too whiny, or if it comes across that I’m trying too hard to be light-hearted and just ends up sounding absolutely miserable as a result. I am a worrier by nature, so I of course panicked when I was told that I had developed a disease.
Bella’s story At 18 months old, Isabella-May woke up feeling poorly with a high temperature and sickness – nothing overly concerning. By the next day she was limping and still poorly so we took her to the GP who decided she had an ear infection. A week passed and she still wasn’t right. She was barely moving and limping when she did.
Help support others Because of your generous donations JIA-at-NRAS will continue to be there for everyone affected by JIA. MonthlySinglePay in Funds £5£8£15Other £18.63£37.26£49.68Other £50£100£200Other Donate now!