Arthritis UK is the leading arthritis charity, changing lives through research, campaigning and support.
Over 10 million adults, young people and children in the UK live with arthritis. That’s one in six of us living with the pain, fatigue, disability, mental and financial strain it can cause. Many more live with arthritis but remain undiagnosed, untreated and unsupported.
1 in 6
1 in 6 people live with arthritis
1 in 2
Almost 1 in 2 people will develop osteoarthritis by the age of 70
10 million
Over 10 million people in the UK have arthritis
10,000
An estimated 10,000 children in the UK have juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)
We know the impact of arthritis can be huge.
Affecting the ability to work, care for family, move free from pain and live independently. Yet for a condition affecting so many, it’s poorly understood and far too little is done. That’s why we invest in life-changing research into better treatments, support people through the daily challenges of life with arthritis, and campaign on the issues that matter most to people living with it.
At Arthritis UK, we won’t rest until everyone with arthritis has access to the treatments and support they need to live the life they choose, with real hope of a cure in the future.
£18
could help us to answer a call to our helpline
£50
could help someone with arthritis join a self management course
£100
could help supply a lab studying arthritis and its treatments
£285
could help a young person with arthritis attend weekend a residential
Join Team Arthritis UK for the Great North Run 2026
Don't delay, start making a difference to the 10 million people in the UK who are affected by arthritis. Take on the 13.1 miles and make a difference. Whether you run, jog or walk, every member of Team Arthritis UK makes a difference towards a future free from arthritis.
