Learn more about a rheumatoid arthritis patient’s take on why it’s challenging to live with an invisible disability that is misunderstood by others.

Learn more about a rheumatoid arthritis patient’s take on why it’s challenging to live with an invisible disability that is misunderstood by others.

Listen Now: Watch Now: Summary: Curious about axial spondyloarthritis and how it affects people beyond the typical stereotypes? Join us on our latest episode of ‘Rheumer Has It’ with Dr. Jean Liew as ...

Patient advocate Eileen Davidson shares strategies for dating while managing a chronic illness like rheumatoid arthritis. Read more.

Eileen Davidson shares her journey navigating both support and misinformation online while offering tips for finding reliable resources.

A single mom shares her journey of raising a child while managing rheumatoid arthritis, highlighting the challenges and silver linings.

“Having an illness is not a competition. Comparing my illness to someone else's is dismissive and unsupportive,” says arthritis patient advocate Eileen Davidson.

Learn about one RA patient’s struggle with the mental health issues that come with rheumatoid arthritis, and she learned to cope with her depression and emotions.

On the ninth anniversary of her rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis, patient advocate Eileen Davidson reflects on lessons learned.

Presentation at the Lab Q Con in Vancouver

How sharing health struggles and wins on social media helps one patient advocate raise awareness, connect with peers, and stay motivated.

Eileen Davidson shares her journey navigating both support and misinformation online while offering tips for finding reliable resources.

Listen Now: Watch Now: Summary: If you’ve ever been told you’re “too young to have arthritis,” this episode is for you! Co-hosts Cheryl & Eileen, both of whom live with rheumatoid arthritis, discuss m...

A single mom shares her journey of raising a child while managing rheumatoid arthritis, highlighting the challenges and silver linings.

Eileen Davidson had constant pain in her hands, knees, and feet. It made work and everyday life hard. It would be five years before her rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis.

Learn about one RA patient’s struggle with the mental health issues that come with rheumatoid arthritis, and she learned to cope with her depression and emotions.

Episode 1: Rheumer Has It, Episode 169 – Arthritis Life Podcast Listen Now: Watch Now: Summary: Welcome to the very first episode of Rheumer Has It! Hosts Cheryl and Eileen kick things off by sharing ...

“Having an illness is not a competition. Comparing my illness to someone else's is dismissive and unsupportive,” says arthritis patient advocate Eileen Davidson.

Learn what it’s like to live with both rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, chronic pain conditions that affect the body in similar and different ways.

Read about the letter that rheumatoid arthritis patient Eileen Davidson wishes she could sent herself to read the day she was diagnosed with RA.

Patient advocate Eileen Davidson finds these all-too-common phrases rude, naive, judgmental, and unsupportive — and you may too.

A single mom shares her journey of raising a child while managing rheumatoid arthritis, highlighting the challenges and silver linings.

Learn about one RA patient’s struggle with the mental health issues that come with rheumatoid arthritis, and she learned to cope with her depression and emotions.

Patient advocate Eileen Davidson talks about the healing power of feline companionship in her journey with rheumatoid arthritis.

Doctor appointments can be nerve wrecking, but there are ways to help those emotions.

Eileen Davidson shares her journey navigating both support and misinformation online while offering tips for finding reliable resources.

Treatment failure in rheumatoid arthritis is not uncommon, but it’s important to remember that it’s not your fault. Medications are tools, and finding the right one can take time.

On the ninth anniversary of her rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis, patient advocate Eileen Davidson reflects on lessons learned.

A patient advocate discusses what ableism means to those with arthritis, shedding light on this overlooked form of discrimination.

Tips for traveling with rheumatoid arthritis, including handling biologic medications, packing essentials, and prioritizing self-care.

“Having an illness is not a competition. Comparing my illness to someone else's is dismissive and unsupportive,” says arthritis patient advocate Eileen Davidson.

“I’ve heard friends say passing off a hangover gets harder the older they get, but they haven’t had to pass off a hangover while living with a chronic illness,” says Eileen Davidson, who has RA and os...

People whose disabilities are invisible to others say that one of the most common barriers they face is that people just don't believe them.

On Monday February 24th 2025 I gave a speech at the 2025 Clinical Trials Training Summit on why it is important to train patients involved in Clinical Trials

Learn about one RA patient’s struggle with the mental health issues that come with rheumatoid arthritis, and she learned to cope with her depression and emotions.