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Maryland Capital Arthritis Walk

As the Arthritis Foundation’s signature event, The Arthritis Walk® raises funds and awareness every year to fight the nation’s leading cause of disability. We aren't just fighting arthritis and helping the millions of people who live with arthritis pain. We're making the impact of arthritis unacceptable and taking a stand, moving together to help prevent and treat this serious and painful disease through research, education and community programs.

Participants walk around the beautiful Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis for friends or family members with arthritis, and those with arthritis wear blue shirts to signify their action to take control of their condition.  The event features a three-mile and one-mile course, with arthritis information and activities for the entire family.  Pet owners are encouraged to bring their dogs at participating events. 

By joining your 2013 Arthritis Walk®, you become part of Let's Move Together, a nationwide community that encourages people to prevent or treat arthritis through movement. Start moving today for better health!

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