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Affording Christmas decorations when you have lupus isn't always easy. Fortunately, you can find many different decor options at Dollar Tree and discount stores like Ollie's. Check out this video...

Being a caretaker and someone that has lupus can be overwhelming. Of course, I am a mother of a 2-year-old and a wife. It seems like my family has been...

We know that the holidays can zap your energy and leave us feeling drained, whether you are hosting or traveling for family or friend gatherings. We asked our Lupus.net patient...

Eating healthy does not have to be expensive or complicated! I used to think that eating healthy meant going to Whole Foods to pick up some pricey organic produce. I...

Practicing self-care is necessary to get through challenging times with chronic illnesses like lupus. It can be difficult to find time for ourselves when life gets busy. We asked our...

Lupus can go after any part of the body; it’s notorious for going after the kidneys. But in many cases, it affects the heart. Lupus can cause a wide range...

Like our other Health Union condition communities, the Social Health Network brings people together to drive unique and impactful conversations about health. It also aims to expand opportunities for health...

Although well-intentioned, sometimes words can be hurtful to lupus warriors. It's important to be mindful and conscious of what is being said to lupus warriors as they fight for their...

Finding gifts for others can be extremely hard. But, finding gifts for loved ones with chronic illness can be even harder. Here are my top 10 recommendations for any budget...

Drug-induced lupus is a disease like lupus that is caused by specific prescription drugs. Drug-induced lupus has many of the same symptoms as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), such as: There...

It's that time of year again: stockings hung over a crackling fireplace, mistletoe decorating the doorways, and carols sounding over the loudspeakers in every store. But the winter holidays are...

In a previous article, I spoke about my personal experience of having a possible DVT (deep vein thrombosis). Still, I wanted to talk more in-depth about why lupus patients are...

Have you ever thought about starting your own support or advocacy group? Maybe in your area, lupus is not as well-known as it is in other areas. Perhaps you just...

In the last few years, there has been a lot of research on how gut health affects people. Doctors have studied how the gut microbiome can affect many health conditions...

Do you have trouble sleeping? Sometimes lupus can affect your sleep. With the pain, medication, and extreme fatigue, sleep can evade us. There are a few ways to help you...

During the year I spent relearning to walk and speak after a severe lupus flare, I made the decision to leave my husband. There were many parts of being on...

Sometimes, the little things can make you feel a little better on those rough lupus days. I’ve found out if I hydrate, move my body, and speak positively about myself...

Content Note: This article describes domestic abuse. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources page, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233...

I know that my days are numbered, and I have no idea how high that number goes. It’s not fun to think about, but it’s true. I only get so...

I never realized just how important vitamin D is in our bodies until I experienced becoming extremely deficient. I had been feeling very unwell for a number of weeks but I...