Rare Disease Day 2024!

February 29th 2024 is Rare Disease Day. Lupus is a condition that is classified as rare in Europe. While it remains rare in numbers, lupus is all too familiar to those it affects.

 

Living with lupus often means navigating a world that is not designed with rare diseases in mind. The challenges faced by people living with lupus— from accessing a timely diagnosis to finding effective treatments—underscore the need for greater awareness and more research. Yet, the spirit of the European lupus community remains unyielding, driven by resilience and a shared vision of a fulfilling life for all people with lupus in Europe, until we have reached a world without lupus.

 

This Rare Disease Day let’s amplify the voices of the European lupus community. Visit the Rare Disease Day website:  https://www.rarediseaseday.org/   to learn more about how you can take part in Rare Disease Day 2024!

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    LUPUS EUROPE
    5 hours ago
    LUPUS EUROPE

    ✅ Yes! As many of you guessed, the October theme of the #kicklupus campaign is... vaccines!

    💉 Vaccination is a crucial topic, especially for individuals dealing with lupus, as lupus has been proven to make people more susceptible to infections and complications. Therefore, promoting vaccination is paramount in the care and overall well-being of people with lupus.

    🛡️ Vaccines play a vital role in bolstering the immune response against various diseases, reducing the risk of infections and their potential severity. For individuals with lupus, getting vaccinated can be a game-changer, providing added protection against infections that could be especially challenging for their immune systems.

    Join us in the #kicklupus challenge! Share how you prevent infections in lupus. Your experiences and insights are valuable in creating a supportive community and raising awareness about the importance of proactive measures in managing lupus effectively.

    Together, we can make a difference! 💜

    💎 In line with our commitment to spreading awareness and information, we invite you to explore the importance of vaccination in patients with lupus through the #Lupus100 website. This initiative offers resources and educational materials in multiple European languages, facilitating access to critical information about lupus and vaccinations ⤵️

    lupus100.org/en/questions/how-should-you-manage-your-vaccinations-when-you-have-lupus

    Remember you can also check on #lupusgpt in your preferred language! lupusgpt.org/

    🇩🇰 lupus100.org/da/questions/how-should-you-manage-your-vaccinations-when-you-have-lupus
    🇩🇪 lupus100.org/de/questions/how-should-you-manage-your-vaccinations-when-you-have-lupus
    🇪🇸 lupus100.org/es/questions/how-should-you-manage-your-vaccinations-when-you-have-lupus
    🇬🇷 lupus100.org/el/questions/how-should-you-manage-your-vaccinations-when-you-have-lupus
    🇫🇷 www.rhumatismes.net/index.php?id_q=863
    🇮🇹 lupus100.org/it/questions/how-should-you-manage-your-vaccinations-when-you-have-lupus
    🇳🇱 lupus100.org/nl/questions/how-should-you-manage-your-vaccinations-when-you-have-lupus
    🇷🇴 lupus100.org/ro/questions/how-should-you-manage-your-vaccinations-when-you-have-lupus
    🇫🇮 lupus100.org/fi/questions/how-should-you-manage-your-vaccinations-when-you-have-lupus
    🇺🇦 lupus100.org/uk/questions/how-should-you-manage-your-vaccinations-when-you-have-lupus
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    ✅ Yes! As many of you guessed, the October theme of the #KickLupus campaign is... vaccines! 💉 Vaccination is a crucial topic, especially for individuals dealing with lupus, as lupus has been proven to make people more susceptible to infections and complications. Therefore, promoting vaccination is paramount in the care and overall well-being of people with lupus. 🛡️ Vaccines play a vital role in bolstering the immune response against various diseases, reducing the risk of infections and their potential severity. For individuals with lupus, getting vaccinated can be a game-changer, providing added protection against infections that could be especially challenging for their immune systems. Join us in the #KickLupus challenge! Share how you prevent infections in lupus. Your experiences and insights are valuable in creating a supportive community and raising awareness about the importance of proactive measures in managing lupus effectively. Together, we can make a difference! 💜 💎 In line with our commitment to spreading awareness and information, we invite you to explore the importance of vaccination in patients with lupus through the #Lupus100 website. This initiative offers resources and educational materials in multiple European languages, facilitating access to critical information about lupus and vaccinations ⤵️ https://lupus100.org/en/questions/how-should-you-manage-your-vaccinations-when-you-have-lupus Remember you can also check on #LupusGPT in your preferred language! https://lupusgpt.org/ 🇩🇰 https://lupus100.org/da/questions/how-should-you-manage-your-vaccinations-when-you-have-lupus 🇩🇪 https://lupus100.org/de/questions/how-should-you-manage-your-vaccinations-when-you-have-lupus 🇪🇸 https://lupus100.org/es/questions/how-should-you-manage-your-vaccinations-when-you-have-lupus 🇬🇷 https://lupus100.org/el/questions/how-should-you-manage-your-vaccinations-when-you-have-lupus 🇫🇷 https://www.rhumatismes.net/index.php?id_q=863 🇮🇹 https://lupus100.org/it/questions/how-should-you-manage-your-vaccinations-when-you-have-lupus 🇳🇱 https://lupus100.org/nl/questions/how-should-you-manage-your-vaccinations-when-you-have-lupus 🇷🇴 https://lupus100.org/ro/questions/how-should-you-manage-your-vaccinations-when-you-have-lupus 🇫🇮 https://lupus100.org/fi/questions/how-should-you-manage-your-vaccinations-when-you-have-lupus 🇺🇦 https://lupus100.org/uk/questions/how-should-you-manage-your-vaccinations-when-you-have-lupus 🇷🇺 https://lupus100.org/ru/questions/how-should-you-manage-your-vaccinations-when-you-have-lupusImage attachmentImage attachment+7Image attachment
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    Got the Covid vaccin last week, Saturday the flu vaccin. #kicklupus

    LUPUS EUROPE
    4 days ago
    LUPUS EUROPE

    🤩 We are thrilled to see our Chair, Jeanette Andersen, hosting the latest EULAR PARE podcast!

    🎙️ In this episode, Jeanette speaks with Gonzalo Tobar, a representative of Asopan and Agrupación Lupus Chile, who shares valuable insights into the challenges faced by people living with #RMDs in South America, highlighting the unequal access to healthcare and the inspiring work of patient organisations.

    🦋 At Lupus Europe, we are well aware that inequities can be major barriers affecting the quality of life and health outcomes of #Lupus patients, not only in South America but also in Europe.

    📊 This issue is so significant that it has been included in our strategic plan for 2025, and we will soon share more about our efforts to understand it better.

    🌟 Don't miss out on this powerful discussion on how communities are overcoming barriers to care.

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    🤩 We are thrilled to see our Chair, Jeanette Andersen, hosting the latest EULAR PARE podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, Jeanette speaks with Gonzalo Tobar, a representative of Asopan and Agrupación Lupus Chile, who shares valuable insights into the challenges faced by people living with #RMDs in South America, highlighting the unequal access to healthcare and the inspiring work of patient organisations. 🦋 At Lupus Europe, we are well aware that inequities can be major barriers affecting the quality of life and health outcomes of #lupus patients, not only in South America but also in Europe. 📊 This issue is so significant that it has been included in our strategic plan for 2025, and we will soon share more about our efforts to understand it better. 🌟 Dont miss out on this powerful discussion on how communities are overcoming barriers to care. https://open.spotify.com/episode/56xtnDwlIk9KmrJV5Ridnr
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    LUPUS EUROPE
    6 days ago
    LUPUS EUROPE

    🍂 Welcome October, welcome new #kicklupus challenge!

    🤔Can you guess our October theme based on this sneak peek image?

    👀 Stay tuned because this month, we're unveiling a powerful way to fortify our health!     ... See MoreSee Less

    🍂 Welcome October, welcome new #KickLupus challenge! 🤔Can you guess our October theme based on this sneak peek image? 👀 Stay tuned because this month, were unveiling a powerful way to fortify our health!
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    Thank you! Great moment indeed.

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    I am so delighted to have found this page, very supportive and informative. I was diagnosed with SLE lupus in 2015, my symptoms started out with severe fatigue, poor balance, numbness, heat intolerance, and anxiety. I was unable to go back to work, so I tried analgesics for about 6 years. Tried every shot available, and all made me sick. In November 2023, I started on lupus Herbal formula from www. multivitamincare .org , the treatment worked incredibly for my SLE condition. I used the Natural Lupus Herbal formula for a total time period of 3 months, it totally reversed lupus. I had a total decline of all symptoms including joint stiffness, ulcers, and others. Sometimes, I totally forget I ever had Lupus.

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    1 week ago
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    🔴 People with #Lupus are twice as likely to develop cardiovascular disease as healthy people.

    👀 Learn more about cardiovascular risk management in rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMDs) with the EULAR recommendations ➡️ ➡️ ard.bmj.com/content/81/6/768

    🔴 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗸𝗲𝘆 in RMDs Like #Lupus.

    1️⃣ Always talk to your physician about preventive measures.
    2️⃣ Work to minimise risk factors ⤵️

    - Don't smoke🚭
    - Practise exercise🏃‍♂️
    - Have a healthy diet🍏

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    🔴 People with #lupus are twice as likely to develop cardiovascular disease as healthy people. 👀 Learn more about cardiovascular risk management in rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMDs) with the EULAR recommendations ➡️ ➡️ https://ard.bmj.com/content/81/6/768 🔴 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗸𝗲𝘆 in RMDs Like #lupus. 1️⃣ Always talk to your physician about preventive measures. 2️⃣ Work to minimise risk factors ⤵️ - Dont smoke🚭 - Practise exercise🏃‍♂️ - Have a healthy diet🍏 #WorldHeartDayImage attachment
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    I am so delighted to have found this page, very supportive and informative. I was diagnosed with SLE lupus in 2015, my symptoms started out with severe fatigue, poor balance, numbness, heat intolerance, and anxiety. I was unable to go back to work, so I tried analgesics for about 6 years. Tried every shot available, and all made me sick. In November 2023, I started on lupus Herbal formula from www. multivitamincare .org , the treatment worked incredibly for my SLE condition. I used the Natural Lupus Herbal formula for a total time period of 3 months, it totally reversed lupus. I had a total decline of all symptoms including joint stiffness, ulcers, and others. Sometimes, I totally forget I ever had Lupus.

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