Lupus Foundation of America

Lupus Foundation of America is the only national force devoted to solving the mystery of lupus while giving support to those who suffer from its brutal impact.

[Lupus Foundation of America @LupusOrg]

Join us Dec. 9 for a free national Lupus & You webinar! Explore the connection between nutrition, gut health and #lupus, what current research tells us, and practical strategies to support your overall health.

Register today: https://t.co/LZWHIt9T8G

[Lupus Foundation of America @LupusOrg]

Education and support are essential to #lupus care. At #ACR26 today, LFA’s Wendy Rodgers and our care and support team will discuss how virtual education, health educators, and support groups help people living with lupus.

Learn more: https://t.co/SS4l8LRBkG

[Lupus Foundation of America @LupusOrg]

At #ACR26, LFA RAY® Registry data revealed differences in #lupus symptoms, treatment priorities and desired outcomes across racial and ethnic groups, highlighting the importance of care that reflects individual needs and values.

Learn more: https://t.co/SS4l8LRBkG

[Lupus Foundation of America @LupusOrg]

New RAY® Registry findings at #ACR26 show #lupus diagnosis delays remain a major challenge: mean time to diagnosis was 4.4 years, with some symptoms linked to longer delays.

Learn more: https://t.co/SS4l8LRBkG

[Lupus Foundation of America @LupusOrg]

At #ACR26, LFA research found nearly half of people with #lupus in a nationwide claims analysis were not receiving lupus medication from a rheumatologist, highlighting ongoing gaps in specialty care access.

Learn more: https://t.co/SS4l8LRBkG

[Lupus Foundation of America @LupusOrg]

At #ACR26, researchers including LFA's Joy Buie introduced TRM-SLE, a new clinical outcome assessment designed to measure meaningful treatment response in #lupus trials and support more patient-focused drug development.

Learn more: https://t.co/SS4l8LRBkG

[Lupus Foundation of America @LupusOrg]

LFA was proud to recognize outstanding contributions to #lupus research at the 2026 Evelyn V. Hess Reception.

Drs. Crow & Gilkeson received the Evelyn V. Hess Award. Dr. Jorge received the Mary Betty Stevens Young Investigator Prize.

Learn more: https://t.co/Ferao1bomj

[Lupus Foundation of America @LupusOrg]

In case you missed it, we're sharing 8 research studies at #ACR26 (@ACRheum)!

Our research explores #lupus diagnosis, treatment, clinical trials & access to care, reflecting the collaboration driving progress in lupus care.

Learn more about the studies: https://t.co/SS4l8LRBkG

[Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) @HSpecialSurgery]

Congratulations to HSS rheumatologists Mary K. Crow, MD, and Jane E. Salmon, MD, recipients of prestigious national career honors recognizing their transformative contributions to lupus research and care.

Learn more: https://t.co/JdP6tWXd6f

#ACR26 @ACRheum @LupusOrg

[Lupus Foundation of America @LupusOrg]

New #ACR26 research by LFA's Joy Buie introduces 20 consensus-informed metrics to help rheumatology institutions track workforce expansion, retention, leadership and community impact over time in disease areas like #lupus.

Learn more: https://t.co/SS4l8LRBkG

[Lupus Foundation of America @LupusOrg]

New LFA #ACR26 research explored how people with severe #lupus weigh CAR T-cell therapy. Participants prioritized safety, durability of benefit, expert lupus care and financial support when considering treatment.

Learn more: https://t.co/SS4l8LRBkG

[Lupus Foundation of America @LupusOrg]

New #ACR26 research shows culturally tailored outreach may help participation in #lupus research. A Research Accelerated by You (RAY®) campaign increased outbound clicks by 47% and the share of registrants from underrepresented groups.

Learn more: https://t.co/SS4l8LRBkG

[Lupus Foundation of America @LupusOrg]

What do people with #lupus need to make informed treatment decisions?

New #ACR26 findings highlight clear information on benefits, risks, cost and access, and the importance of shared decision-making with providers.

Learn more: https://t.co/SS4l8LRBkG

[Lupus Foundation of America @LupusOrg]

🏃💜 2 weeks until @Philly_Marathon Weekend! Our Racing to End Lupus runners have raised over $50K to help end #lupus. Let’s cheer them on as they put their training into action, raising funds and lupus awareness!

Learn how you can join us next year: https://t.co/lchHhoaUtH

[Lupus Foundation of America @LupusOrg]

We're proud to share our research at #ACR26 (@ACRheum)! Our studies explore #lupus diagnosis, treatment, access to care & patient priorities, reflecting collaboration between researchers, clinicians & people with lupus.

Learn more about our research: https://t.co/SS4l8LRBkG

[Lupus Foundation of America @LupusOrg]

🏃💜 Congrats to our Racing to End Lupus team for completing the 2026 TCS @NYCMarathon! They took on 26.2 miles to raise funds and awareness for people with #lupus. Thank you to everyone who supported them!

Learn how to join us next year: https://t.co/4yAtyZvhjD

#TCSNYCMarathon

[Lupus Foundation of America @LupusOrg]

@ACRheum Stay tuned! Follow us on LinkedIn for research highlights and updates from #ACR26: https://t.co/ZPTGF0WoFO

[Lupus Foundation of America @LupusOrg]

We are at #ACR26 (@ACRheum)! Our team is presenting eight abstracts on #LupusResearch, from diagnosis and treatment to access to care and more.

Learn more about the research we’re presenting and its potential to advance lupus care and treatment: https://t.co/SS4l8LRBkG

[Lupus Foundation of America @LupusOrg]

One week until #TwitchCon! 🎮 Find us at booth 3444-CH in the Charity Zone to connect with the team, catch up with GOTEL alumni and learn how you can get involved with #GameOnToEndLupus. We can’t wait to see you in San Diego! 💜

[Lupus Foundation of America @LupusOrg]

#FactFriday 💜 Pain can affect daily activities for people with #lupus, but there are ways to manage it. Working with your doctor to identify the cause and explore options like physical therapy, sleep and at-home strategies can help.

Learn more: https://t.co/xbevz8LvwN