July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month Juvenile arthritis (JA) refers to any form of arthritis or an arthritis-related condition that develops in children or teenagers who are less than 18 years of age. Juvenile arthritis is one of the most common chronic childhood diseases that often goes undetected or is misdiagnosed. Approximately 294,000 children under the age of 18 are affected by pediatric arthritis and rheumatologic conditions. The Arthritis Foundation created the Juvenile Arthritis Alliance in 2006 to assist patients and families who are living with this disease.
Now Community Health Charities of the National Capital Area (CHC-NCA) coordinates customized health education and prevention services free for businesses and organizations participating in our charitable giving program.
Health Matters at Work is the first integrated learning + giving program of its kind. We developed it because we believe good health is vital for our entire community—including workplace communities.
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“I wasn’t able to attend summer camp because of my asthma”, says Laura Delaney, American Lung Association Volunteer Camp Director. So as an adult, I wanted to make sure all children with asthma had an opportunity to experience a traditional camping experience.
Juvenile arthritis (JA) refers to any form of arthritis or an arthritis-related condition that develops in children or teenagers who are less than 18 years of age. 
“I wasn’t able to attend summer camp because of my asthma”, says Laura Delaney, American Lung Association Volunteer Camp Director. So as an adult, I wanted to make sure all children with asthma had an opportunity to experience a traditional camping experience.
