Spreading the Word About Life With Lupus

May is Lupus Awareness Month! It can be hard for others to understand what it truly means to live with lupus. Throughout the month, we will be highlighting the voices of our community members and health leaders as they share how to manage life alongside lupus. Keep reading to discover 4 ways you can join us this month to spread lupus awareness.

Enter our Lupus.net giveaway!

This awareness month, we are hosting a summer skin safety giveaway! Exposure to the sun and other sources of ultraviolet (UV) rays can trigger flares in people with lupus who experience photosensitivity. It's important to take steps to protect yourself from the sun this summer! Click the button below to review the instructions to enter the giveaway.

Connect with others in forums

Is there a community member who asked a question in our forums that you can relate to? Join the many forum discussions happening throughout the month of May!

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Share your story

Create awareness by sharing your story with us. How did you feel after getting diagnosed? How has it changed your daily life? What would you tell someone who has just been diagnosed? We understand that it might be scary to share your story at first, but our community welcomes all experiences. Your voice can help others! Below are a few of our community-submitted stories:

• 10 Years Before I Knew What Was Wrong
• I Am Not Crazy
• Finding Community When You Don't "Look Sick"

Follow us on social media

We're on social media! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay up-to-date with the community all month long!