OA Action Alliance

10/22/2025

Learn about the great work of OAAA's summer interns and their peers and how undergraduates' work in public health research can benefit NC communities and beyond! UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health UNC Office for Undergraduate Research https://bit.ly/4mXVdgY

10/21/2025

Happy National Health Education Week!
This week, we celebrate health educators and public health professionals who inspire communities to live healthier, more active lives. We support lifelong learning and professional growth with tools and training that strengthen osteoarthritis education and care.

Watch our Lunch & Learn Webinars:
https://oaaction.unc.edu/webinar/

Explore OA CareTools for Healthcare Providers:
https://oaaction.unc.edu/oacaretools/oacaretools-healthcare-providers/

10/18/2025

Register today for the 2025 Movement is Life Annual Health Summit
Combating Health Disparities – The Power of Movement in Community

📅 November 14, 2025 8:00am - 5:00pm
📍 The Westin Alexandria Old Town | Alexandria, VA
👉 Reserve your spot today and be part of this powerful

The 2025 Movement is Life Annual Summit is where ideas meet action. This year’s Summit brings together leaders, advocates, and changemakers to confront health disparities and harness The Power of Movement in Community.

Here’s what you can expect:
✨ Dynamic Speakers who will challenge and inspire
✨ Philanthropy Panel with national funders shifting the power to communities
✨ PowHer Pitch Competition — innovative entrepreneurs competing for over $15K in prizes
✨ Poster Presentations highlighting cutting-edge research and community solutions
✨ Meaningful Networking with peers, partners, and pioneers in health equity

The 2025 Movement is Life Health Equity Summit brings together leaders, healthcare pros, and community voices to dismantle health disparities and advance equity, together.

10/17/2025

Here's a great listen for your Friday! Enjoy and share. https://bit.ly/3IXOZPo

10/16/2025

Great opportunity from our colleagues at National Recreation and Park Association. Applications are due one week from Saturday!

https://bit.ly/3W9mfWQ

Apply for the Supporting Healthy Aging Through Parks and Recreation 5.0 grant. This funding helps park and recreation professionals deliver evidence-based programs such as Active Living Every Day, EnhanceFitness, Fit & Strong!, Tai Chi for Arthritis and Walk With Ease — promoting physical activity, social connection and improved quality of life for older adults. Apply by October 25, 2025: https://bit.ly/46EXg2B

With the support of the CDC. Image is from Allen Parks and Recreation

10/16/2025

🥳 Congratulations to our very own, Dr. Leigh Callahan! Your leadership and vision are tremendous values to OAAA and beyond.🎉

Congratulations to ARP Past President Leigh F. Callahan, PhD, MARP, recipient of the 2025 ARP Master Designation!

Dr. Callahan holds the following positions with the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill: the tenured Mary Link Briggs Distinguished Professor of Medicine in the School of Medicine, Professor in the Department of Orthopaedics, Adjunct Professor in the Department of Epidemiology in the Gillings School of Global Public Health, Associate Director of the Thurston Arthritis Research Center, and Director of the Osteoarthritis Action Alliance.

10/15/2025

We’re bringing leaders, experts, and advocates together at our upcoming summit — all with one goal: to improve life for the 1 in 4 Americans living with arthritis.

The event will feature inspiring presentations from Arthritis Foundation grantees who are helping strengthen the rheumatology workforce, build community and advance patient education. 💚 Together, we’re making sure the next generation of health care professionals is ready to meet the needs of people with arthritis. https://arthr.org/4n45OH6

10/14/2025

Join us for our upcoming Lunch & Learn Webinar on Wednesday, October 15, at 12PM ET. Register Today!

https://bit.ly/3JWZ7Il

10/13/2025

Catch up on the latest in osteoarthritis research in this week's Research Roundup! https://bit.ly/3IVWx4Y

10/12/2025

This World Arthritis Day, we honour by listening to individuals advocating for understanding, high-quality care, and progressive change.

Osteoarthritis, one of the most common rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMDs), affects every aspect of life, from mobility and daily activities to emotional well-being. But with awareness, early diagnosis, proper treatment, and support, people living with OA can continue to live active, fulfilling lives.

Let’s raise awareness. Let’s amplify voices. Let’s support every dream, including those of people living with osteoarthritis!


https://unc.live/4h27H4N

10/10/2025

Patients with OA are more likely to experience anxiety and depression, which can worsen pain, lead to more frequent hospital visits, and reduce overall quality of life.

Self-management skills can help you learn to manage your pain, ask for help, and feel better. You're not alone. https://unc.live/4h4BDgA

10/09/2025

🎉It’s Active Aging Week!🎉
Celebrate movement, connection, and wellness at every age with the Walk With Ease program by gaining confidence and staying physically active!

Every step counts toward better health and more joyful living!

Learn more about Walk With Ease: https://unc.live/4nBg3mu