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I Asked for Water—And Got So Much More
Parenting a child with chronic pain can feel isolating. Discover how one unexpected moment at camp became a reminder that no family walks this journey alone.
Federal Legislation Introduced: Better Pain Data for Better Treatments
In an important step forward for the chronic pain community, the bipartisan Advancing Research for Chronic Pain Act (ARCPA) was introduced into Congress on July 21.
When Acceptance Isn’t Giving Up
After years of searching for a cure, one mother discovers that acceptance doesn’t mean surrender—it means choosing to live fully despite chronic pain.
Storms Bring a Painful Reminder of Our Disability
When storms roll in, many people with chronic pain feel the effects long before the first raindrop falls. One advocate reflects on weather-related pain flares and the challenges of living with a disability.
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Join the #MakeItVisible movement
Oct 2, 2017| News
Throughout the month of October, U.S. Pain Foundation is teaming up with Healthline on a campaign to bring awareness to invisible illness. The request: share a photo or video that makes your chronic condition visible on Instagram with the...
Watch U.S. Pain’s president and founder on Facebook Live
Oct 1, 2017| News
Paul Gileno, president and founder of U.S. Pain, hosted a Facebook Live event in collaboration with The Mighty, a news and information site for those with chronic conditions, on Sept. 29 at 3 pm EST. In honor of Pain Awareness Month, Gileno...
U.S. Pain Foundation takes lead on national Pain Awareness Month effort
Aug 31, 2017| News, Press release
MIDDLETOWN, Conn. (Aug. 30, 2017)—Chronic pain affects more than 100 million Americans. It’s the number one reason someone goes to the doctor. It’s also the leading cause of disability. And yet chronic pain often goes ignored and undertreated. In...
Despite opposition, CMS to replace pain questions on major survey
Despite opposition from groups like the U.S. Pain Foundation, beginning in January 2018, the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) will change the pain management questions on patient hospital satisfaction surveys from how well staff did...
U.S. Pain and Quell partner to offer fundraiser, discount
Aug 31, 2017| News
In honor of Pain Awareness Month, NeuroMetrix—the makers of Quell, a wearable, drug-free pain relief device—will donate a portion of the proceeds from the sale of limited-edition Quell Pain Awareness Bundles to U.S. Pain. These bundles, available...
Take action to help patients affected by Hurricane Harvey
As Texas and Louisiana continue efforts to keep residents safe, patient-centered organizations are concerned for pain patients and others who have had their treatments interrupted or are without medical equipment.To ensure patients affected by...
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