Deutsche Rheuma-Liga
“17 million people in Germany suffer from rheumatism. “Move more together” is the motto of the German Rheumatism League, the largest German self-help organization in the health sector.
- informs and advises those affected independently and free of commercial interests
- offers practical help (especially offers for exercise and meetings)
- educates the public
- supports research projects on rheumatic diseases
- advocates the interests of people with rheumatism in health and social policy.
Strong together against rheumatism
Since it was founded in 1970, the number of members has increased to around 270,000. People with rheumatism, relatives, therapists, doctors and full-time and voluntary helpers are involved in a large community across Germany. The heart of the association are the volunteers. Around 10,000 voluntary workers are involved in more than a thousand groups.”
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