This is the perfect time of year to focus on the #caregivers of those living with #lupus! In this encore video, two experts provide important perspectives and practical advice for the care partners that mean so much!! Link: https://youtu.be/3igplcx04PM

Vasculitis is estimated to affect from 30% to 50% of those with lupus. Check out the KFL article, "Vasculitis and Lupus," to find out more! Here's the link: https://ow.ly/Q95A50Qn8HR

#Lupus and in Vitro #fertility

Lupus in the News: A new type of “enhanced” CAR T cell therapy called FT819, developed by Fate Therapeutics, is opening clinical trials with the potential to work without having to genetically engineer the patient’s own T cells. Link: https://ow.ly/Agrz50XzQGT

We invite you to watch one of KFL's most viewed popular, “Lupus: What Happens to Your Body During a Flare?” This video can be viewed on our YouTube channel by following this link: https://youtu.be/i4OPznWi1v0 We thank our Presenting Sponsor, GSK, for their generous support!

#Lupus #Inspirations

#Lupus in #Men

#Lupus and #Thanksgiving!

If you are an individual with lupus, why is falling into a deep slumber so difficult when you feel so exhausted? For answers, check out the KFL article, "Lupus and the Importance of Sleep," with this link: https://ow.ly/7kBR50Qn8Ux

Lupus in the News: If you have lupus nephritis, you might be interested in how different physicians treat it differently around the United States. A recent study did just that by surveying medications and their use! See how your compare! Link: https://ow.ly/Gcv750XwyUA

#Lupus Inspirations

#Lupus Facts about #flares!

Don’t let colder temperatures catch you off guard. Find out how winter affects #lupus, what causes flares, and simple strategies to keep symptoms in check with KFL’s newest blog article, “Lupus and the Winter.” Here's the link: https://kaleidoscopefightinglupus.org/lupus-and-the-winter/

Breaking Lupus in the News: The Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) and Lupus! A new study finally found a possible mechanism for how EBV may actually “cause” lupus for so many - leading to possible new therapies! Let us hope so! Link: https://med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/2025/11/lupus-epstein-barr.html

#Lupus Facts about #thyroid disease and #SLE!

Peripheral neuropathy is nerve damage that can affect up to 6% of those living with lupus. How is lupus involved, and what can you do? Follow the link below to the KFL article, "Peripheral Neuropathy and Lupus," and find out more! https://ow.ly/gf7Z50Qn94S

At least half of those living with #lupus will experience the malar – or butterfly – rash. To learn about this most recognizable sign of #SLE, check out this week's KFL article, "The Lupus Butterfly Rash: Information You Need to Know!" Here's the link: https://ow.ly/McVK50Xm7UJ

#Lupus #Inspirations

Lupus in the News: The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) has updated its basic guidelines for the treatment and management of lupus/SLE – the first since 1991! Link to complete recommendations: ow.ly/KTO250XlxF6

Imagine a #lupus treatment that could actually reset your #immune system and give you drug-free remission! CAR T cell #therapy may hold that promise! To learn more, check out KFL's latest blog article, "Lupus and CAR T cell Therapies" using this link: ow.ly/lXMV50XjuCw

#Lupus Facts about #cardiovascular disease.

Thanks to our supporters for the opportunity for KFL to attend this year's amazing #ACR Convergence! We will bring you the best information regarding the latest #lupus research, treatments and clinical trials in the next few weeks. There is plenty of reasons for hope!

#Lupus Inspirations!

#Lupus Fact!

Those with lupus / SLE have a 25-50% chance of developing abnormal liver values in their lifetime. Find out more about the liver and how it can be affected by lupus with KFL's article, "Lupus and the Liver" here: ow.ly/v9oZ50XgGyx

Breaking News: The FDA has approved Gazyva, a biologic produced by Genentech, for treating lupus nephritis!! Kidney damage can happen in about 50% of those with SLE, so this is a VERY BIG DEAL! Link: ow.ly/p69S50XfckY

Lupus News: Iscalimab, an experimental biologic drug by Novartis, significantly reduced protein in the urine of patients with lupus nephritis (LN) in a recent phase 2 study! Aany advances to reduce idamage to the kidneys is always welcome news! Link: ow.ly/uQ3150XeJSq

Nonsteroidal #anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are the most widely used #drugs for treating the most common symptoms of #lupus – #pain and #inflammation. Yet, what do we really know about them? Check out KFL's blog, "Lupus and NSAIDs" here: kaleidoscopefightinglupus.org/lupus-and-ns...

KFL Lupus Fact! #Lupus, #photosensitivity and UV lights!

A good #diet should be a priority for anyone's health. To learn the basics about how diet can influence your #lupus, check out this week's KFL article, "Lupus and #Nutrition," with this link: ow.ly/PV3n50X8eS2

#Lupus Fact regarding #sleep and #insomnia.

#Lupus News: A new study has found that not only were #GLP-1 agonists safe for #SLE patients with type 2 #diabetes, but also reduced cardiovascular and kidney disease quite significantly. Link to study: ow.ly/QpZQ50X6Ppj

#lupus #Inspiration

Today's #Lupus Fact: Lupus and in vitro fertilization. #reproductivehealth

Check out this week's #KFL blog-article, “#Lupus and Human Touch: #Massage Therapy for Symptom Management,” to discover the science behind this #holistic treatment option and whether it might be right for you! Here’s the link: ow.ly/ugRU50X4Z4Z

In solidarity with our global partners outside the U.S., KFL celebrates Global #Lupus Awareness Month!

#Lupus in the News: The Phase III trials of self-administered #Saphnelo (anifrolumab by AstraZeneca) showed significant reduction in disease activity for patients with lupus – who are also on standard #medications as well. Link to announcement: ow.ly/gyV050X3obz

#Lupus Facts about the complexity of #diagnosis.

#Lupus has a way of showing up in unexpected places, and that includes the protective linings around the lungs, heart, or abdomen - a condition, called #serositis. Check out KFL’s latest blog article, “Lupus and Serositis” to learn more. Link: ow.ly/HtwJ50X1h2A

#Lupus Fact regarding refined #sugar and #inflammation. #KFL

#Lupus News: A recent study looked at what is called, Right Heart Disease, which is the side of the #heart that pumps blood to the lungs – and the risks for lupus #patients. Get your heart checked regularly!! Link to study: ow.ly/kf3950WZUIM