The Lupus and Autoimmune Blog

Back in February, we opened the application process for the 2nd Annual LupusChickChristi Henderson college stipend award, which helps a special man or woman living with lupus – and in school – to pay for supplies, books, tuition, or other expenses. This year we are thrilled to give away two more awards – our 12th […]

Who did I write Chronically Fabulous for and what do I hope readers take away from it? Let’s find out :

Spend a few moments with me and think back to the last time you were at the doctor’s office – can you remember what the doctor said? Did you leave the appointment and think to yourself a few hours or days later, what tests was I supposed to have again or what did the doctor […]

What does it feel like being diagnosed with a chronic illness such as lupus?  Is it sad, is it overwhelming, is it frightening?  Is it something you do not fully or even minimally understand?  Do you feel that this diagnosis cannot be real?  Does it make you angry, even furious?  Yes. Yes could be the […]

Here is a quick, easy snack that doesn’t require any baking or cooking. And, they are filled with nutrition and protein, making them a perfect snack that is easy to grab on the days you don’t feel so great but you know you need to eat! I made these easy energy balls LIVE on the […]

Did you feel a sense of despair and isolation when you were first diagnosed? Did you have difficulty talking to others about an illness you knew nothing about and for which there is no cure? It is only natural to feel this way and It can be difficult to put into words all the feelings […]