Lupus for Doctors

Mar 01 2021

Join LRA March 11 to Learn What’s New in Lupus Nephritis

What’s New in Lupus Nephritis? A Research & Treatment Update A Learn from Lupus Webcast Lupus nephritis is a common and dangerous complication of lupus marked by inflammation that can lead to damage and possible failure of the kidney. While up to half of people with lupus develop lupus nephritis, a new survey by the Lupus […]

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Feb 24 2021

Lupus Gains a Strong Advocate in Physician/Researcher Dr. Ashira Blazer

February 25, 2021 Dr. Ashira Blazer is literally a rising star. This year, she won the 40 Under 40 Leaders in Minority Health Award sponsored by the National Minority Quality Forum, an organization with which the Lupus Research Alliance works closely.  But what makes her a winner? And why is the LRA celebrating her during […]

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Feb 24 2021

New COVID-19 Vaccine Clinical Guidance and Planned Research

Important news for people with lupus as COVID-19 vaccines are on everyone’s minds.  The foremost authority in rheumatologic diseases, the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) recently issued the COVID-19 Vaccine Clinical Guidance. Developed by a panel of rheumatologists, specialists in infectious disease and public health experts, the Guidance aims to help healthcare providers make decisions with their […]

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Feb 24 2021

Study Links Endometriosis and Lupus

February 24, 2021 A new study published in Scientific Reports links endometriosis to an increased risk for systemic lupus erythematosus.  Conducted based on the National Health Insurance Research Database in Taiwan, the study showed that women with endometriosis between 30 and 45, used non-steroidal inflammatory drug users or did not use hormonal medications. Endometriosis happens when […]

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Feb 24 2021

JDRF, Lupus Research Alliance, and National Multiple Sclerosis Society Join Forces to Decode Common Mechanisms of Autoimmune Diseases

First Joint Common Mechanisms Grants Announced NEW YORK, NY, February 24, 2021 – JDRF International, the Lupus Research Alliance and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society joined forces to accelerate research and discovery in autoimmunity and are proud to announce the recipients of their first joint grants. Called Decoding Immune-Mediated Diseases – Novel Approaches for Therapeutic […]

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