GCA is a rare autoimmune disease that causes inflammation in the blood vessels — often leading to headaches, scalp tenderness, jaw pain when chewing, and in some cases, vision loss. Awareness saves sight. #GCAAwarenessDay #ChronicIllnessCommunity #InvisibleIllness #AutoimmuneWarrior #CreakyJoints

I’m doing a trial of YouTube TV and there is Moments of Zen channel. ☮️✌️😌

If you have psoriatic arthritis, please complete this survey from @creakyjoints.bsky.social #psa #psoriaticarthritis

I sat down to read for a moment. Now I have an oversized lapdog and my cat negotiating territory. #Caturday

POV: Your dogs swore they were gardening, but came back lookin’ like they just did the Hot Cheeto Challenge. #dogsofbluesky

Today is Chronic Disease Day — a reminder that 1 in 3 adults worldwide lives with a chronic illness. For many, these conditions are invisible, lifelong, and misunderstood. They deserve care that listens, systems that work, and a world that doesn’t ask them to prove their pain. We see you.

Such a pleasure to talk with Dr. Ted Mikuls about the Rheumatoid Factor (RF) test

Let the new neighbors know who’s in charge. Meow #catsofbluesky

Happy 2nd birthday to Miss Elaine Benes! #catsofbluesky #cats

LGBTQ+ patients living with chronic illness deserve to see themselves represented—in advocacy, in media, and in medicine. 🌈 Read this powerful reflection on identity, health, and why representation matters: 🔗 ghlf.org/chronic-illn... #PrideMonth #LGBTQHealth #ChronicIllness

Happy Caturday Elaine’s favorite toy #Caturday #Catsofbluesky

🧑‍⚕️ We're recruiting patients for a paid advisory board! Do you still experience gout flares? Your voice can help improve care for others. Apply here 👉 www.research.net/r/GOUTADVISOR #PatientVoice #Gout #ChronicIllness #GoutAwareness

Clinical trials could offer new hope for lupus patients — but we know they can feel overwhelming. That’s why we created the Lupus Help Center — your go-to resource for learning about clinical studies, hearing real patient stories, and finding support. Explore more: www.lupushelpcenter.org

Today is IgG4-Related Disease Awareness Day 🧬 This rare autoimmune condition can affect multiple organs & is often misdiagnosed as IBS, cancer, pancreatitis & more. Diagnosis is often delayed. Awareness can change that. 💙 #IgG4RD #RareDisease #CreakyJoints #GHLF

No one should feel alone in their health journey, and every patient deserves care that is both effective and affirming. Michael’s journey with PsO and PsA as an LGBTQ+ person here: creakyjoints.org/psoriasis/li... #lgbtqhealth

T.G.I.S. Thank God it’s Severance day #Severance

I hope Elaine is making me cookies.

Busting #PsoriaticArthritis and #Psoriasis Myths with Jody Quinn and our host @shelley55.bsky.social Whether you're living with PsA or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights to help you navigate the condition with confidence. Tune in now: creakyjoints.org/psoriatic-ar...

It’s here— #Caturday

They're not ashamed, they also stole money from a children's cancer charity. They are barbarians, downright evil barbarians....

Thank goodness for the American Medical Association. Here is their YouTube page. Please share far and wide. Right now bird flu is spreading throughout our country and most people have no clue. Please stay updated and bookmark this page for your health and well-being. www.youtube.com/@americanmed...

T.G.I.S. Thank God it’s Severance day #Severance

Hoping this round of Rituxan (Truxima—biosimilar) gets me moving faster and with less pain. #rheumatoidarthritis

Question for physicians out there— How often do you update your education about the medical field after receiving your medical license? Do you choose what you want to learn more about or is a particular program that you have to go through for updates in medicines?

Is this the new kitchen cabinet trend? Child locks won’t stop Elaine from trying to break into cabinets all through the night. I thought tape would keep them shut but she’s a master burglar

Elaine wants the gecko on the ceiling. Her mom here is about to have a heart attack watching her scale the wall. Happy Caturday.

Took my dog to the groomer and she sent back these pictures

We bought a new chair. I haven’t sat in it yet, but Elaine seems really happy. #caturday

This tree needs something. There—fixed it.

I’m thankful for @bsky.app and all of you on here.

Got a fire in the fireplace, turkey in the oven, parade on tv, I deleted twitter, family gathered around, cinnamon rolls for breakfast…

I promise they are playing. Truly playing. They are best buds.

Excellent advice!

Don’t let that adorable, innocent-looking cat face fool you. The moment I look away, Elaine takes the trash out of the garbage can and runs away with it.

🌲🌲🌲Peace🌲🌲🌲

This year for #ACR24 I authored both a patient perspective poster about using a systematic search process to research my rheumatoid arthritis and comorbidities AND a clinical poster about PMR. creakyjoints.org/acr-2024/sys...

Elaine thinks she’s a dog—I’m sure of it.

Trying to stay hopeful

Meet Elaine. She’s a bad dancer but she’s hilarious.