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Fate Therapeutics Shares Updated Phase 1 Data for CAR T-Cell Therapy, FT819, in Active Lupus Nephritis
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
Source: Lupus News & Events
Study Finds Mental Health Conditions Common in People with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and Link to Higher Acute Care Use
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
Source: Lupus News & Events
FDA To Fast Track Investigational Treatment for Cognitive Impairment in Adults with Neuropsychiatric Systemic Lupus Erythematosus 
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
Source: Lupus News & Events
Study Finds Fatigue and Physical Health Measures Best Reflect Changes in Lupus Over Time
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
Source: Lupus News & Events
Adicet Bio Reports Phase 1 Study Results for Investigational CAR-T Therapy in Lupus
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
Source: Lupus News & Events
Study Finds Dietary Supplement Use Is Common Among People Living With Lupus
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
Source: Lupus News & Events
Study Links Mental Health Conditions to Greater Acute Care Use Among People With Lupus
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
Source: Lupus News & Events
Immunovant Shares Results from Proof-of-Concept Study of Imeroprubart in Cutaneous Lupus
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
Source: Lupus News & Events
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National Lupus News & Events Feed

Partners in Care: Navigating Lupus Together
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
Source: Lupus News & Events
Advancements in Lupus Treatment, Kidney Care and Research from the ACR 2026 Scientific Meeting
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
Source: Lupus News & Events
Native American Heritage Month: Resources for the Native American Lupus Community
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
Source: Lupus News & Events
Lupus & You Webinar Recap: Embracing Skin Care
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
Source: Lupus News & Events
Inspira Founder Shares How Her Mom Inspired Her Company’s Logo and Dedication to Give Back to the Lupus Foundation of America
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
Source: Lupus News & Events
Racing to End Lupus with the Philadelphia Marathon Team
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
Source: Lupus News & Events
Faith, Familia and Fighting for Answers: Yvette Salinas' Lupus Journey
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
Source: Lupus News & Events
Lupus & You Webinar Recap: Disability (SSDI) and Making Work Work
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
Source: Lupus News & Events
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BLOGS

My Lupus Night Light

A Cautionary Tale of Lupus

by | Jan 11, 2022

What seemed like many moons ago, which, in reality, was only 35 years ago, I remember sitting in a doctor’s office with my mom.  Now, I don’t remember the doctor or every detail, but I do remember we were there because...

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Growing up around Lupus

by | Jun 30, 2021

My mom was diagnosed with lupus in her 20’s, years before she had me. She then started working at the Lupus Foundation of America, Greater Ohio Chapter (LFA, GOC) in 2008. I grew up around lupus and the LFA, GOC. I...

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My Post-COVID Lessons

by | Jun 16, 2021

What an incredible journey we have all been through.  I was certainly not prepared for a pandemic.  I thought it only happened in the movies.  To live through it and survive is beyond my mental being.  As I reflect on...

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Bad Med Day

by | Feb 5, 2021

I am looking forward to my three-day weekend.  I am, for the first time, almost caught up on my workload. I am pondering what I should do with all this precious time which is a real treat for me.  Seldom do I get this...

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Strides

by | Jan 24, 2021

Making Strides: The First-Ever FDA-Approved Lupus Nephritis Drug   We are making great strides even when the world is upside-down. As many of you know, I have been around for decades in the war against lupus. I am...

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