Episode 15

Arthritis & Pregnancy

About 75% of people diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis are women and symptoms usually start between ages 30 and 50, which includes childbearing years. Arthritis Research Canada’s scientists are conducting research on medication safety and family planning to ensure women living with arthritis have the answers they need when starting families. Learn more about this important research and hear from Jennifer Pielak, who was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis after her first pregnancy.