The Lupus and Autoimmune Blog

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 […]

You are invited to the FREE Virtual 2021 Lupus Scientific and Patient Education Symposium, brought to you by The Lupus Foundation of New England. This year’s amazing agenda includes both physicians and patient advocates, including LupusChick’s Founder, Marisa, who will be speaking in the afternoon about hope and wholeness. Register at www.lupusne.org and join us […]