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Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 19h

💜➡️ Diagnosticada a los 15 años, la Dra. Meléndez convirtió su travesía en una misión de esperanza. Hoy, es reumatóloga y facilitadora del grupo de apoyo en Puerto Rico.

🔗 Explora nuestros grupos de apoyo en español: buff.ly/7GgvFr3

Find Support Near You

The Lupus Foundation of America and our national partner network run lupus support groups nationwide. Find a group near you.

www.lupus.org

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Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 19h

💜➡️ Diagnosed at 15, Dr. Meléndez turned her journey into a mission of hope. Today, she’s a rheumatologist and facilitator for our Puerto Rico support group, helping others find connection.

🔗 Explore our Spanish-speaking support groups: buff.ly/7GgvFr3

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Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 1d

💜 Watch as #lupus warrior Mo’Nay takes you through her day at the Los Angeles #WalktoEndLupusNow — from getting ready to joining the crowd and walking to end lupus!

There’s still time to take part this fall! Find a walk near you: buff.ly/nbH3oNE

#DayInTheLife #DITL

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Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 1d

🎥 Our CEO Louise Vetter and #lupus warrior Lynnore joined PIX11 to raise awareness about lupus & share the impact of the #WalktoEndLupusNow – NYC at Pier 17. Their conversation highlights the power of community & support.

💜 Watch the full video: buff.ly/aHXDVlS

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Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 1d

We’re just one week away from #TwitchCon San Diego! 💜 Stop by booth 3444-CH in the Charity Zone to meet the team, reconnect with GOTEL alumni, and learn more about #GameOnToEndLupus 2026. Don’t miss our Meet & Greet Sunday at 2pm! 🎮

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Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 1d

🎥 #Lupus warriors, Linda and Racquel, joined @12OnYourSide.com to share how to get involved in the #WalktoEndLupusNow - Richmond, happening tomorrow at Midtown Green! 💜

Hear their inspiring stories and learn how to take part: buff.ly/HMlF2XS

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Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 1d

Living with #lupus can be unpredictable. Talking with the people in your life is key to getting the support you need. Together, you can plan ahead and make managing flares a little easier.

Learn practical ways to care for your health and find support: buff.ly/HPdsaYV

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Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 2d

We’re halfway through the fall #WalktoEndLupusNow season! Shoutout to the top fundraising walkers & teams leading the way!

There’s still time to register & rally your family & friends: buff.ly/nbH3oNE

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Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 2d

📅 Mark your calendars for our October 16 Lupus & You event! Join us next week as Ken, Jeanine, and other speakers discuss sexual health and #lupus, including how menopause can affect intimacy, confidence, and connection.

Register today ↓
buff.ly/57s7BXR

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Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 2d

New study finds women with systemic #lupus erythematosus and with mild cognitive impairment exhibit measurable brain changes. Read the study: buff.ly/EYappPE

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Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 2d

💜 It’s Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) Day! Make a gift from your DAF to power #lupus research & support services. No DAF? You can still give through stock, IRA, or legacy gifts — every contribution brings us closer to a cure.

👉 Give today: buff.ly/SnlLHG4

#DAFDay

Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 3d

🆕💜 Nuestro blog del #MesDeLaHerenciaHispana incluye historias personales y recursos. El lupus tiene un profundo impacto en la comunidad hispana/latina, y la concientización y los recursos son importantes.

👉 Lee el blog: buff.ly/Lz1yld4

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Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 3d

🆕💜 Our #HispanicHeritageMonth blog now includes featured personal stories and resources.

Lupus has a profound impact on the Hispanic/Latino #lupus community making awareness and resources especially important.

👉 Read the updated blog: buff.ly/Lz1yld4

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Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 3d

💜 Living with #lupus can take a toll on your mental health as well as your body. Our resource shares practical ways to care for your emotional well-being. From finding support to improving sleep, there are many strategies to explore — and even more in the full guide.

Read here: buff.ly/C5XVpPR

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Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 4d

Congratulations to the 2025 Nobel Prize winners in Physiology or Medicine for groundbreaking discoveries in T-cell response and immune regulation—paving the way for better understanding and treatment of #lupus and other autoimmune diseases.

Learn more: buff.ly/S6XDYVn

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Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 5d

¡Nuevo Episodio! El dolor es uno síntoma común del lupus. Hablamos con la Dra. Kromo sobre qué causa el dolor de #lupus, cómo puede afectar tu vida diaria y tu salud mental, y estrategias para manejarlo.

💜 Escucha ahora: buff.ly/I8Ppsni
#MesDeLaHerenciaHispana

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Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 5d

🆕 Pain is one of the most common symptoms of lupus. Our Health Education Specialist, Lety, talks with Dr. Kromo about what causes #lupus pain, how it can impact daily life, mental health & strategies to manage it.

💜 Listen now: buff.ly/I8Ppsni

#HispanicHeritageMonth

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CocoConfession @cococonfession.bsky.social · 8d

I will be at the Lupus Foundation of America booth throughout the weekend! Make sure to stop by!!

Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 8d

Congratulations @cococonfession.bsky.social on becoming a Twitch Ambassador! 💜 We’re proud to see you representing the #lupus community on Twitch.

Heading to #TwitchCon? Stop by 3444-CH, meet our team, and other GOTEL alumni on 10/17-10/19!

#GameOntoEndLupus

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3llebelle 🔜 TC San Diego ✈️ @3llebelle.bsky.social · 7d

I can’t believe it’s two weeks!! I’ll be at the booth off and on! Make sure you come say hi!! #GameOnToEndLupus #twitchcon2025

Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 7d

We’re gearing up for #TwitchCon San Diego in just over two weeks! 💜 Stop by our booth 3444-CH to meet the team, connect with friends old and new, and learn how you can power up the fight against lupus. #GameOnToEndLupus 🎮

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Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 6d

💜 Fall #WalktoEndLupusNow is here — and we want to see it through YOUR lens!

📸 Share your favorite moments from walk — from team selfies and signs to big smiles and purple walk outfits. Help keep the energy going all season long.

👉 Submit your photos here: buff.ly/1R5ryM0

Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 7d

We’re 2 weeks away from our Lupus & You: After Dark event!

This free webinar will take on the often-overlooked topic of sexual health and #lupus, including how menopause can affect intimacy, confidence, and connection.

Don’t miss this candid, empowering conversation: buff.ly/57s7BXR

Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 7d

We’re gearing up for #TwitchCon San Diego in just over two weeks! 💜 Stop by our booth 3444-CH to meet the team, connect with friends old and new, and learn how you can power up the fight against lupus. #GameOnToEndLupus 🎮

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Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 8d

Congratulations @cococonfession.bsky.social on becoming a Twitch Ambassador! 💜 We’re proud to see you representing the #lupus community on Twitch.

Heading to #TwitchCon? Stop by 3444-CH, meet our team, and other GOTEL alumni on 10/17-10/19!

#GameOntoEndLupus

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Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 8d

Conoce a Amanda 💜🎥, guerrera y capitana del equipo Walk to End Lupus Now que comparte formas de involucrarte con nosotros. Desde una caminata hasta abogar, ¡hay algo para todos!

Marca la diferencia: buff.ly/0O4kYRQ

Get Involved

Actions that YOU can take to fight lupus.

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Lupus Foundation of America @lupus.org · 8d

Meet Amanda 💜🎥 A #lupus warrior and Walk to End Lupus Now team captain who’s sharing ways you can get involved with the Lupus Foundation of America. From attending a walk to advocating, there’s something for everyone!

Find your way to make a difference: buff.ly/0O4kYRQ

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