Arthritis Warnings On Weather Web Site

AccuWeather.com has launched the world's first weather index to inform arthritis sufferers of the severity of weather-related arthritic pain.

Arthritis is the leading cause of disability among U.S. citizens, with a reported 44 million patients. Arthritis limits daily activities for more than 7 million people.

Changes in atmospheric pressure and temperature, among other things, can increase joint sensitivity and arthritic pain. The index, which ranges from low to severe, takes into consideration all weather factors that may affect arthritis sufferers.

To find out what the index reading is in your area, go to www.AccuWeather.com

Type in your ZIP code, and the arthritis reading will be displayed along with other AccuWeather indexes, such as pollen and air quality.