Deutsche Rheuma-Liga
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UnclaimedGerman self-help organization for people with rheumatic diseases, founded in 1970.
Last updated September 16, 2026
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Overview
The Deutsche Rheuma-Liga is described on its official website as the largest German self-help organization in the healthcare sector. It states that 17 million people in Germany are affected by rheumatic diseases. The organization informs and advises those affected independently and free of commercial interests, offers practical help (especially exercise and encounter offerings), raises public awareness, supports research projects on rheumatic diseases, and advocates for the interests of people with rheumatic diseases in health and social policy. Since its founding in 1970, membership has grown to around 250,000. The association is supported by approximately 10,000 volunteers in more than a thousand groups. Its guiding motto is 'Gemeinsam mehr bewegen' (Achieving more together).
History
The Deutsche Rheuma-Liga was founded in 1970. Since then, its membership has grown to around 250,000. The organization is supported by approximately 10,000 volunteers who work in more than a thousand groups. Its guiding motto is 'Gemeinsam mehr bewegen'. The association describes itself as the largest German self-help organization in the healthcare sector, informing and advising those affected independently and free of commercial interests, offering practical help, raising public awareness, supporting research projects, and advocating for the interests of people with rheumatic diseases in health and social policy.
Products and positioning
Largest German self-help organization in the healthcare sector, independent and free of commercial interests.
Team Rheuma app
App of the Deutsche Rheuma-Liga that bundles information, news and event dates and creates opportunities for exchange among people with rheumatic diseases.
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