I know that we all puzzle over how we were unlucky enough to get PMR, especially since many of us had never even heard of it before we were diagnosed. I was a relatively healthy 62 year old, who annually got vaccinated for the flu, and the year I was diagnosed was no exception. I also received the COVID vaccine but am reluctant to blame my vaccines for my diagnosis. I am African American with 6% Norwegian in my DNA —who would think that was enough to matter but here I am 3 years later still trying to resolve PMR. I responded immediately to prednisone but the minute I began to taper my CRP/SED RATE would go right back up. Thankfully, Actemra has been a game changer for me. It is strange that we ended up in this spot but I hope that we are all finding ways to end the journey with PMR. May we all have more compassion for others dealing with daily pain. I know I will. Blessings! ❤️