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Fate Therapeutics announced promising preliminary clinical trial results for FT819, an investigational CAR T-cell therapy for people living with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) with lupus nephritis (LN), a serious complication of lupus that affects the kidneys.Read more
Published on: 2026-10-27
A new study of adults with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) found those with mental health diagnoses (depression, anxiety, and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)) have much higher repeat emergency and hospital care use.Read more
Published on: 2026-10-23
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Fast Track designation to EG-501 from Evergreen Therapeutics, an investigational oral treatment for adults with cognitive impairment associated with neuropsychiatric systemic lupus erythematosus (NPSLE), following...Read more
Published on: 2026-10-21
A new pooled analysis of adults with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) found commonly used patient-reported measures varied meaningfully in sensitivity to clinical changes in SLE, disease course and follow-up timing.Read more
Published on: 2026-10-21
A Phase I study of the investigational CAR-T cell therapy prulacabtagene leucel (prula-cel) found that some people with SLE, including those with lupus nephritis (LN), achieved remission and kidney-related responses after a single treatment.Read more
Published on: 2026-10-02
A new study found that dietary supplement use is widespread among adults living with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), with more than 80% of participants reporting use of at least one supplement and more than half using two or more.Read more
Published on: 2026-09-30
A new study found that people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) who also had depression, anxiety and/or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) experienced higher rates of emergency department visits and hospitalizations than those without these diagnoses.Read more
Published on: 2026-09-29
Immunovant has announced topline results from a proof-of-concept study evaluating treatment imeroprubart (IMVT-1402) in people with cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE).Read more
Published on: 2026-09-25

Lupus News & Events

National Lupus News & Events Feed


Helping a loved one manage a chronic health condition like lupus is a collaborative, evolving journey. The Care Partner Toolkit can support you and your loved one with lupus as you take this journey together.Read more
Date: 2026-11-13
Held November 6–11 in Orlando, Florida, ACR Convergence 2026 highlighted new developments in lupus treatment, kidney care, clinical trials and access to care. Our Inside Lupus Research team has rounded up some of this year’s most notable lupus research findings.Read more
Date: 2026-11-12
For Native American Heritage Month 2026, the Lupus Foundation of America (LFA) celebrates Native American people and their contributions, culture, history, and traditions.Read more
Date: 2026-11-01
We are joined by experts who share about cutaneous lupus, daily skin care, sun protection, treatment options and cosmetic procedures.Read more
Date: 2026-10-19
Purple for a Purpose partner and Inspira founder Rachel shares about her mom's journey with lupus and how it inspired her company.Read more
Date: 2026-10-01
This Fall, 34 Racing to End Lupus team members will be making their miles matter during the Philadelphia Marathon Weekend – taking on the marathon, half marathon and 8K races.Read more
Date: 2026-09-22
This Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re highlighting Yvette Salinas’ powerful lupus journey. Lupus has never been just her own diagnosis — it's a disease that’s moved through her family for three generations.Read more
Date: 2026-09-18
We are joined by experts who share about workplace accommodations, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI).Read more
Date: 2026-09-18

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Sun Safety for Lupus Patients

  Hey warriors,  it’s that time of year where we talk about sun safety! As many of you know lupus and the sun don’t mix very well.  This is due to lupians’ increased sensitivity to sunlight, which can trigger...

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Lupus Awareness Month 2023

`May is Lupus Awareness Month! Each year we make a great effort to bring lupus to the forefront of the public eye. We do so in many ways, through radio, TV, billboards, social media, city proclamations, educational...

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A Lupus Love Story

Justina and Kyle Patterson     How and when did you meet? We met at a very young age in school. Kyle’s sister and I were in the same class. But we did not officially start dating until after we graduated high...

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Making 2023 Our Best Year Yet

Lupians Unite! As we round the corner towards 2023 I thought it was a good time to reflect not only on the last year, but also the chapter as a whole.  It has been a privilege to serve as the leader for this chapter...

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