Gout Awareness Day

Gout affects more than 12 million Americans. On May 22, join the Alliance for Gout Awareness in spreading the word about the disease, its debilitating effects, and how people can manage it.

Participate on Social Media

There are several ways to get involved on social media:

Update Profile Photo: Click an image below, then right click and choose “save image as.”  Choose a destination on your computer, such as your desktop or a folder, and click save. Then, post as your Facebook or Twitter profile picture as you would any other image.

Post on Social Media: Join the #GoutAwarenessDay conversation using our shareable social media graphics and suggested social media posts.

Suggested Social Posts

• Today is #GoutAwarenessDay! Let’s take a moment to learn how you can get involved. This toolkit from @goutalliance can help you manage your condition and help you talk to your provider about your gout flares. https://goutalliance.org/gout-awareness-day/
• Starting the conversation makes a difference. Gout flares aren’t something you have to manage alone – talk with your provider about your symptoms. Take some time this #GoutAwarenessDay to learn more: https://goutalliance.org/gout-awareness-day/
• Today marks the 20th anniversary of #GoutAwarenessDay! If you’re experiencing gout flares, don’t wait – talk to your provider. Explore this toolkit from @goutalliance to learn how to take action: https://goutalliance.org/gout-awareness-day/
• Think gout only affects the joints? #Gout can affect more than that and patients shouldn’t suffer in silence. Take some time on #GoutAwarenessDay to learn about the condition that affects over 12 million Americans. https://goutalliance.org/gout-awareness-day/
• On the 20th anniversary of #GoutAwarenessDay, take the next step in managing your gout by talking to your provider about flares and understanding your insurance coverage so you can access the care you need. Learn more today! https://goutalliance.org/resources/common-access-barriers-in-gout/
• #Gout is a systemic disease that can impact the entire body. Seeking care to manage gout may help reduce the risk of other serious conditions. Talk with your provider about your symptoms to get the most appropriate care. Discover more this #GoutAwarenessDay: https://goutalliance.org/gout-awareness-day/
• DYK? 55% of gout patients in the ER follow up with a primary care provider for ongoing management. Gout flares are a signal to check in with your provider. This #GoutAwarenessDay, read more about what happens when gout goes untreated: https://goutalliance.org/resources/when-gout-goes-untreated/