According to the CDC, about 220,000 children under 18 in the United States have arthritis — a group of autoimmune and inflammatory conditions that cause joint pain, swelling, and stiffness in kids and teens. The good news is that today’s medications can control the disease and protect growing joints. The challenge is juvenile arthritis medication costs: many of the most effective treatments are specialty biologics that can carry very high price tags. This Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month, we’re highlighting the treatments used and, more importantly, the programs that help families afford them. Understanding juvenile arthritis Juvenile arthritis isn’t a single […]
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Lupus Awareness Month: Finding Help with Medication Costs
May is Lupus Awareness Month. An estimated 1.5 million Americans are living with some form of lupus, with approximately 16,000 new cases diagnosed each year. Lupus disproportionately affects women — about 9 out of 10 people with lupus are female — and is two to three times more prevalent among Black, Hispanic/Latina, Native American, Alaska Native, and Asian American women than among white women. For many people living with lupus, the disease means a lifetime of managing symptoms, preventing flares, and juggling multiple medications — all of which come with significant costs. At NeedyMeds, we maintain a free database of […]
Understanding Sickle Cell Disease: A Complete Guide for National Sickle Cell Awareness Month 2025
September marks National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, a time to focus attention on the urgent need for research, treatment, and support for individuals living with sickle cell disease (SCD). This year’s theme, “Sickle Cell Matters 2025,” emphasizes the critical importance of raising awareness about this inherited blood disorder that affects approximately 100,000 Americans. What is Sickle Cell Disease? Sickle cell disease is the most common inherited blood disorder in the United States. It’s a group of genetic conditions that affect the red blood cells, causing them to change from their normal round shape to a crescent or “sickle” shape. These […]
September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month: Support, Resources, and Hope
Every September, we observe Blood Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and other blood cancers. These cancers affect the blood, bone marrow, and lymphatic system and can impact people of all ages. While treatment options have advanced, navigating the cost and complexity of care remains a challenge for many patients and families. At NeedyMeds.org, we are committed to connecting individuals with the resources they need to reduce their healthcare costs and access vital support. Understanding Blood Cancers Blood cancer is a general term for cancers that affect how blood cells are produced and […]
High-Risk for Preeclampsia: Now What?
Pregnancy ought to be one of the most exciting and joyful experiences in life. Unfortunately, maternal and infant health outcomes are getting worse in the United States. Rates of complications are rising, and while the causes are complex, one key factor is the increase in hypertensive disorders during pregnancy. These conditions can lead to severe outcomes, especially when they go undiagnosed or untreated. One of the most serious of these conditions is preeclampsia. It affects thousands of pregnant individuals each year, often with little warning. But there is a simple, evidence-based intervention that can help reduce the risk for those […]