Ankylosing Spondylitis
Still Shining: Ava’s Journey with Juvenile Ankylosing Spondylitis
May is Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) Awareness Month. Many people think of AS as a condition that affects adults, but it can begin in childhood, too. Ava’s story is a powerful reminder of the resilience of kids living with Juvenile Ankylosing Spondylitis and the importance of early diagnosis, support, and community.…
Blending Lived Experience with Research: Brittany’s Story
Hi! I’m Brittany – and I’m here to share with you a bit about my experience as someone who works in health research and lives with Ankylosing Spondylitis! I currently work as a Senior Research Associate at the University of Calgary, where I’ve had the opportunity to work on projects…
What I wish people knew about living with Ankylosing Spondylitis
In my 7 years of living with Ankylosing Spondylitis since the age of 21, I’ve had to teach a lot of people quite a few things about my illness. It’s a relatively unheard-of form of arthritis in day-to-day life. Most people have heard of Rheumatoid Arthritis, but not usually Ankylosing…