Lupus Europe is set to mark World Lupus Day with a webinar aimed specifically at young people living with lupus. The webinar, “Lupus and Youth: A Dialogue between the Lupus Europe Youth Group and a Young Rheumatologist,” is scheduled for the 10th of May at 19:00 CET.

Why This Webinar Matters

 

Lupus frequently affects people during their prime years. Openly discussing and addressing the unique challenges faced by young people with lupus is crucial for enhancing their quality of life and understanding of their condition. Lupus Europe recognises this need and is bringing the Lupus Europe Youth Group and a Young Rheumatologist together to foster a supportive dialogue.

 

What to Expect

 

The webinar will be led by the vibrant and knowledgeable Dr. Francesca Crisafulli from Italy. Co-leading the webinar will be members of the Lupus Europe Youth Group. Dr. Crisafulli, a young rheumatologist and lupologist, will offer her expert insights into the disease and answer questions from participants. This format encourages open communication between young lupus patients and the specialist. It also allows attendees to gain a deeper understanding of young peoples’ concerns and experiences.

 

Engaging Young Voices

 

Lupus Europe’s is committed to involving youth people in conversations around lupus. By dedicating this webinar to young voices, led by young voices, the specific concerns and perspectives of younger patients can be heard in their own voice. This is an event where young people with lupus can freely express their concerns, share their experiences, and openly discuss solutions with both peers and professionals.

 

How to Participate

 

Don’t miss the opportunity to participate! Register by sending an email to secretariat@lupus-europe.org. The webinar will be highly interactive. Participants will have the opportunity to engage directly with the Youth Group and the rheumatologist!

 

Final Thoughts

 

This webinar is not just an event, but a bridge connecting young lupus patients with experts. It is a rare chance to interact, ask important questions, and connect with others who understand the challenges of living with lupus as a young person.

 

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of a meaningful conversation. Mark your calendar for May 10! Take the first step towards engaging with a community of young people committed to supporting other young people with lupus.

 

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☀️ As we close our #LupusUVprotection campaign, here is one important reminder:

👉 UV protection in lupus is not only about sunny beach days.

😶‍🌫️ UV exposure can happen on cloudy days, near some windows, while travelling by car, or through certain artificial light sources. And in some people with lupus, its effects may not appear immediately.

‼️ That is why clear, reliable information matters.

Whether you have questions about UV light, photosensitivity, skin symptoms, flares, fatigue, daily life with lupus, or many other lupus-related topics, Lupus Europe provides free, reliable and multilingual tools to support you:

🔹 #𝗟𝘂𝗽𝘂𝘀𝟭𝟬𝟬
Patient-friendly answers to 100 key questions about lupus, including sun exposure and UV protection
lupus100.org/en/questions/can-i-sunbathe-with-lupus

Created with lupus experts & patients. Available in 19 languages.

🔹 #𝗟𝘂𝗽𝘂𝘀𝗚𝗣𝗧
A free artificial intelligence tool to help people find reliable, valid lupus information in almost any language.:
lupusgpt.org/

🔹 #𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘆𝗟𝘂𝗽𝘂𝘀
Like LupusGPT, but designed to make the answers even easier to understand:
easy.lupusgpt.org/

🦋 Because lupus does not only affect clinic appointments. It affects everyday life.

✅ Stay informed. Ask questions. Use reliable resources.
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✅ Yesterday Lupus Europe took part in the DORIS+ meeting in London, alongside clinicians, researchers and patient representatives working on a definition of deep remission in #SLE.

🌟 Lupus Europe was wonderfully represented by Jeanette Andersen, Chair of the Lupus Europe Board, Francesca Marchiori, Lupus Europe Board and PAN Member, Blanca Rubio, PAN Member and Zoe Karakikla-Mitsakou, Lupus Europe General Secretary.

🦋 This continues Lupus Europe involvement in the work on remission in lupus, building on the original DORIS initiative, where Lupus Europe also contributed.

🤔 But what is DORIS?

DORIS stands for Definitions Of Remission In SLE. It helped establish a clinical definition of remission in systemic lupus erythematosus.

🐠 DORIS+ builds on that foundation and explores the concept of deep remission.

💁‍♀️ Since the original DORIS definition was published, emerging evidence has suggested that a deeper state of remission may be within reach for at least some people with lupus. DORIS+ aims to better define what that could mean.

This matters because remission is an important concept for research, clinical care and people living with lupus.

🦋 Lupus Europe is proud to be part of this important taskforce alongside many lupologists and researchers including Prof. Laurent Arnaud, Prof. Ronald van Vollenhoven, Prof. Zahi Touma, Prof. David Isenberg, Prof. Mariele Gatto, Prof. Ioannis Parodis, Prof. Eloisa Bonfá, Prof. Frédéric A. Houssiau, Prof. Andrea Doria, Prof. Ricard Cervera and Prof. Maarten Limper.

😃 We will keep you updated!
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☀️ 𝗨𝗩 𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝘂𝗽𝘂𝘀: 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗨𝗩𝗔 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗨𝗩𝗕 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀.

Ultraviolet light is one of the components of solar radiation. In lupus, UV exposure can contribute to 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘆𝗺𝗽𝘁𝗼𝗺𝘀 𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘀 in some people.

💁‍♀️ That is why we are launching our #lupusuvprotection campaign: to raise awareness of the impact UV light can have on people living with lupus, especially during summer.

🦋 Photosensitivity is one of the most common manifestations of systemic lupus erythematosus. In the Lupus Europe Living with SLE in 2020 survey, 𝗽𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝟲𝟴.𝟱% of respondents.

But UV-related lupus symptoms do not always affect only the skin. UV exposure has also been associated with systemic symptoms such as 𝗳𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗴𝘂𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗻, and may contribute to 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 in some people.

So what is the difference?

🔴 𝗨𝗩𝗕 𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
🔸 Is mainly associated with sunburn.
🔸 Its intensity fluctuates during the day.
🔸 It is usually strongest around the middle of the day.
🔸 It mainly affects the outer layers of the skin.

🔴 𝗨𝗩𝗔 𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
🔸 Penetrates deeper into the skin.
🔸 Is associated with skin ageing.
🔸 Its intensity is more constant during the day.
🔸 It can penetrate clouds and windows.

🌡️ 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
🔸 Is perceived as heat.
🔸 Feeling less heat does not necessarily mean there is no UV exposure.

‼️ This is important because UV exposure can still happen even when the sun does not feel strong. UVA rays can pass through clouds and some types of glass, which means UV protection may still be relevant on cloudy days, near windows, while travelling by car or during everyday activities.

Although not everyone with lupus is photosensitive, people living with lupus are encouraged to discuss UV protection with their healthcare team and to learn what protective measures are appropriate for them.

Learn more through #Lupus100:
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You can also ask #lupusgpt or #easylupus questions about lupus and UV light:
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Information on Lupus100 is available in several languages:

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☀️ #heatwave can affect your health, especially if you have #lupus.

The WHO notes that hot weather can exacerbate existing medical conditions and that people with chronic illness may be more vulnerable during periods of extreme heat.

Has your doctor ever spoken to you about how to stay safe during extreme heat?

Reliable information can help you plan ahead and protect your health.

Before and during a heatwave:

✅ Plan essential outdoor activities for cooler hours
✅ Stay in the shade and keep indoor spaces as cool as possible
✅ Drink water regularly
✅ Avoid alcohol and limit sugary or caffeinated drinks
✅ Protect yourself from UV light if you need to go outside
✅ Check how your medicines should be stored
✅ Seek medical advice if you experience unusual symptoms or if symptoms persist

❓ Questions about lupus, UV and heat?

Explore reliable lupus information through #Lupus100, #lupusgpt or #easylupus. Free, multilingual, anonymous tools and resources, validated by lupologists and patients.

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