Autoimmune Association

Thank you to the?Arthritis Foundation,?Celiac Disease Foundation,?Crohn's & Colitis Foundation,?Lupus Foundation of America, Inc.,?National Psoriasis Foundation,?National Scleroderma Foundation, and?Sj?gren’s Foundation?for joining us in hosting a luncheon with Victoria Shanmugan, MD, director of the Office of Autoimmune Disease Research (OADR) within the Office of Research on Women’s Health at?The National Institutes of Health. In our latest blog, we highlight key takeaways from Dr. Shanmugan’s remarks, where she discussed her office’s accomplishments and shared her inspiring vision for the future. Read more at https://lnkd.in/g9dY4nAK.

Each November, National Family Caregivers Month is recognized across the United States. Caregivers deserve to be honored every single day for their love, sacrifice, and strength as they tirelessly support their loved ones. If you’re a caregiver, remember that your well-being matters, too. Explore tools and resources from the Caregiver Action Network to find services, support, and self-care strategies tailored to your journey: https://lnkd.in/ekhp7FZv Thank you for everything you do. ?? #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth #NFCMonth #familycaregivers

The Autoimmune Association along with partners in the autoimmune patient advocacy community hosted a luncheon featuring Victoria Shanmugam, MD, director of the Office of Autoimmune Disease Research within the Office of Research on Women's Health at the The National Institutes of Health. With an introduction by Dr. Nina Luning Prak, chair of the Autoimmune Association’s Medical and Scientific Advisory Council, Dr. Shanmugam provided a fascinating look into emerging developments in autoimmune disease research: ?? Blood tests might spot autoimmune diseases up to 6 years before symptoms start, helping with early treatment. ??A new research plan for myositis could be a model for other autoimmune diseases. ??Hearing loss linked to autoimmunity is being overlooked in research. ??They’re finding ways to use existing health data more efficiently. ??CAR-T therapy holds promise but has challenges to scale up. We are excited about the progress and future directions in autoimmune research!

The 2nd Cell Therapy for Autoimmune Disease Summit is where innovation meets possibility for the millions affected by autoimmune diseases and other chronic conditions. Join pioneers, clinicians, investors, and trailblazers dedicated to advancing cell therapy as a groundbreaking approach to potentially curative treatments. It’s only 3 weeks away! Register at https://ter.li/fasuq6

?? Mark your calendars for the next OADR-ORWH #ScienceTALKS session on 12/5 at 12 p.m. EST: The Cancer Autoimmune Connection. This session will bring together experts to explore the research links between cancer and autoimmune diseases. The event is open to the public but geared toward a scientific audience. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3zvuIfl #CancerResearch #AutoimmuneDiseaseResearch

That’s a wrap! The Autoimmune Community Summit was a huge success! A heartfelt thank you to all the attendees, presenters, sponsors, exhibitors, and partners for delivering two days of insightful content, meaningful discussions, and inspiring personal stories to the autoimmune community. Session recordings are now available on the event platform for registered participants. Haven’t registered yet? It’s not too late—sign up and access the recordings today! https://lnkd.in/e2HHMxX8

Join us for the final day of the Autoimmune Community Summit today from 11:30 AM ET - 3:00 PM ET. You can still register at https://lnkd.in/e2HHMxX8

Join us for the Autoimmune Community Summit today and tomorrow from 11:00 AM ET - 3:00 PM ET. It’s not too late to register for free!?https://lnkd.in/e2HHMxX8

The big event starts tomorrow at 11:00 AM ET! It's not too late to register for free! https://lnkd.in/e2HHMxX8

Yesterday, on Indigenous Peoples Day, we recognized the vibrant culture and heritage of Native communities, while shining a light on a critical health issue: Tribal communities face some of the highest rates of autoimmune conditions like lupus, Sj?gren’s disease, and scleroderma. We are proud to have joined the conversation during the annual Native American Day event in Tulsa, Oklahoma with local patient advocate Raveen Jeffers—of Chickasaw/Choctaw and Freedmen ancestry—leading efforts to raise awareness. Let’s continue celebrating Native resilience and empower these communities with the knowledge and resources to advocate for their health. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g_qzCHvw