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Study Confirms Urgent, Unmet Needs in Childhood-Onset Lupus A first-of-its-kind multidisciplinary research effort on childhood-onset lupus conducted by the Childhood Arthritis and Rheumatology Research Alliance (CARRA) and the Lupus Foundation of America revealed the top research priorities for addressing lupus in children. Read more Your donation will help end lupus. GIVE TODAY The Critical Importance of Quality Sleep Summertime often means more activities, but we shouldn’t let that compromise our sleep. Sleep is critical to helping prevent flares and manage fatigue, and there are some steps you can take to make sure you’re getting enough. Get tips House Approves $17.5M in Lupus Funding The U.S. House of Representatives approved legislation that will provide $17.5 million in funding for lupus-specific research programs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and Department of Defense in fiscal year 2020. Learn more DISCOVER THE EXPERT SERIES BECOME AN ADVOCATE ENROLL IN A LUPUS REGISTRY Take Our Short Survey on Lupus Research News If you’ve been impacted by lupus, please take two minutes to share your preferences when it comes to news on lupus related studies and research.  Take the survey Highlights from the 20th European Congress of Rheumatology Last month EULAR gathered experts from around the world to share the latest discoveries in lupus science and disease management.  Read more Understanding Common Triggers for Lupus Flares It takes some kind of trigger, like sun exposure or stress, to bring on a lupus flare. Understanding these triggers is important to disease management.  Learn more Get Ready to Walk to End Lupus This Fall – Register Today! While summer may just be kicking off, it’s the perfect time to register for a Fall walk, gather your team and start fundraising!  Find a walk Advice from Lupus Warriors for Those That Are Newly Diagnosed If you are newly diagnosed with lupus, it can be very overwhelming. Read advice from lupus warriors on how to cope and manage your disease.  Get tips “I love the information you share. I was diagnosed almost 10 yrs ago and still learn about my disease everyday.” -Jane E., Facebook Lupus Foundation of America 2121 K Street, NW, Suite 200 Washington, DC 20037 Phone: 202-349-1155 | Fax: 202-349-1156 | info@lupus.org Our mission is to improve the quality of life for all people affected by lupus through programs ofresearch, education, support and advocacy. WAYS TO GIVE RAISE FUNDS