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Famous people affected by arthritis
October 12 is World Arthritis Day
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Arthritis, an autoimmune disease, is one of the most common diseases of its kind in the world. It's no surprise then, that many famous faces are among those who have suffered, or currently suffer, from it. Osteoarthritis is the most common type, occurring when the cartilage between bones is worn down over time with painful consequences. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA), the second most common type, causes systemic inflammation in the body.
It can happen to anyone, and you might be surprised by the stars in the sports, music, and TV/film worlds who have been affected. Click on to discover who they are.
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