What Is the Social Health Network Community?Like our other Health Union condition communities, the Social Health Network brings people together to drive unique and impactful conversations about health...reactionscomments
Gift Guide For People With Chronic IllnessesFinding gifts for others can be extremely hard. But, finding gifts for loved ones with chronic illness can be even harder. Here...reactions4comments
How I Host the Holidays Without FlaringIt's that time of year again: stockings hung over a crackling fireplace, mistletoe decorating the doorways, and carols sounding over the loudspeakers...reactions3comments
The Risk of Blood Clots With LupusIn a previous article, I spoke about my personal experience of having a possible DVT (deep vein thrombosis). Still, I wanted to...reactions1comment
10 Ways to Start Your Own Support or Advocacy GroupHave you ever thought about starting your own support or advocacy group? Maybe in your area, lupus is not as well-known as...reactions2comments
How I Manage Money While Living with LupusDuring the year I spent relearning to walk and speak after a severe lupus flare, I made the decision to leave my...reactions3comments
Lupus and Domestic AbuseContent Note: This article describes domestic abuse. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources page...reactions1comment
Life with Lupus 22 Years & CountingLiving with life after finding out I had lupus has changed my life for the worse. My family life is not what...reactions13comments
Carpe Diem, Goals, and LupusI know that my days are numbered, and I have no idea how high that number goes. It’s not fun to think...reactions18comments
Lupus and Vitamin DI never realized just how important vitamin D is in our bodies until I experienced becoming extremely deficient. I had been feeling...reactions7comments
5 Topics to Discuss With Your RheumatologistWant to get the most out of your appointments with your rheumatologist? Here are 5 key topics to discuss together. Prepare this...reactions2comments
Sitting Waiting: Lupus Lessons LearnedI sat silent as I sat at my infusion, waiting for the drips to be complete. All I heard were my thoughts...reactions8comments
Living With Lupus Being Pregnant With Baby No. 2Being pregnant with baby No. 2 has been overwhelming. I have a 2-year-old that I am continuously trying to potty train and...reactions1comment
What Is The Connection Between Lupus and My Painful Periods?Getting that time of the month sucks for every girl. But dealing with a period can feel even harder when you have...reactions3comments
Guilt, Shame, and ApologiesHave you ever felt guilty for things you could not do because of lupus? How do you handle times that you look...reactions11comments
How to Handle Insurance Denials and LimitsFinding out that your health insurance company has denied a claim can be frustrating and complicated. Your insurance company must provide you...reactions1comment
The Grief of Losing the Old YouOne of the most difficult symptoms of lupus isn't fatigue, joint pain, or sun sensitivity. It isn’t the rashes or hair loss...reactions5comments
Discrimination Against AppearancesThe discrimination in the world is wild. You might have noticed through my articles that appearance has been an issue for me...reactions1comment
My Imperfect Patient ExperienceI've had so many negative experiences at medical appointments that I've stopped counting. I have gone through ridiculous wait times, difficult blood...reactions10comments
5 Things I Would Tell My Younger Self Before LupusIt has been a few years since I first started feeling sick and got my official diagnosis. Looking back at those memories...reactions4comments
