Lupus Foundation of America Greater Ohio Chapter Logo
GREATER OHIO CHAPTER

Toll Free: 1 (888) NO-LUPUS
Phone: (440) 717-0183

Help Us Solve The Cruel MysteryTM

Donate To The Ohio Chapter

News/Events/Local Blog

Research News

Latest – National Research News Feed


Lupus can affect the lungs in many ways and lead to potential complications and increased risk of death. Pulmonary (lung) function tests (PFTs) are capable... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-15
Source: Lupus News & Events
In a new study, organ damage was associated with worse cognitive performance in people with lupus. Cognitive dysfunction (CD) or “brain fog ” is a... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-06
Source: Lupus News & Events
Lupus patients have a unique mix of oral bacteria, or “microbiome,” that is correlated with disease activity, according to a new study. The oral... Read more
Published on: 2023-02-23
Source: Lupus News & Events
A new study examined how cognitive function changes in adults with lupus. Researchers found relative stability in cognition over time. Those who tested at a... Read more
Published on: 2023-02-09
Source: Lupus News & Events
A new study found that a simple urine test may someday allow people with lupus to monitor lupus nephritis (LN) activity accurately from home.... Read more
Published on: 2023-02-09
Source: Lupus News & Events
A recent study found assisted reproductive therapy (ART) to be safe and effective for women with lupus who have stable disease activity. ART refers... Read more
Published on: 2023-02-07
Source: Lupus News & Events
A new study finds therapies used to treat lupus (mycophenolate mofetil (CellCept®), tacrolimus (Protopic®), and belimumab (Benlysta®) significantly reduce a person’s response to the... Read more
Published on: 2023-02-07
Source: Lupus News & Events
A recent study shows the key differences between males and females with lupus.   While socioeconomic factors continue to exist as a barrier, the study found... Read more
Published on: 2023-01-31
Source: Lupus News & Events

Lupus News & Events

National Lupus News & Events Feed


For the first time since 2019, lupus advocates will come together in Washington, DC for the nation's largest lupus advocacy event! From April 23–25, Summit... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-17
Source: Lupus News & Events
But how exactly did GOTEL get started? Lupus warrior CocoConfession started her own charity event to raise money for the Lupus Foundation of America in... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-08
Source: Lupus News & Events
In celebrating this year’s Women’s History Month, the Lupus Foundation of America highlights the unique stories of several Foundation ambassadors living with lupus. These women,... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-04
Source: Lupus News & Events
Jeanette Alston-Watkins was a year away from completing her MBA when she began to feel a shift in her life. At first she attributed the... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-01
Source: Lupus News & Events
Lupus advocates led the way in 2022 and, with 2023 now underway, there is no better time to briefly pause and reflect on the... Read more
Published on: 2023-01-18
Source: Lupus News & Events
The National Football League (NFL) is spotlighting charitable organizations and raising awareness for a variety of causes with its eighth annual My Cause My... Read more
Published on: 2022-12-02
Source: Lupus News & Events
Each year, Medicare Part D beneficiaries are given the opportunity to select a new prescription drug plan for the upcoming year during the Open Enrollment... Read more
Published on: 2022-11-30
Source: Lupus News & Events
En Español We asked Dr. Cristina Drenkard to participate in a Q&A blog about health disparities and social determinants of health. Dr. Drenkard discusses... Read more
Published on: 2022-10-13
Source: Lupus News & Events

BLOGS

My Lupus Night Light


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...

read more

Warrior Spotlight – Brittney Bailey

Brittney's Story   Brittney Bailey is a Lupus Warrior who has faced many health problems. Around age 13, she noticed that her toes were constantly numb and drained of color. Then, they started turning purple and...

read more

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...

read more

Because of Lupus…

It was a clear, sunny summer morning. I did not have any lupus symptoms other than the usual swollen hands and feet that goes away after I stretch. I had gotten ready for my internship and had some time to spare before...

read more
Purple Pledge

Purple Pledge

Help Raise Awareness! May is Lupus Awareness Month! It is a name to be taken literally. We put extra effort into letting the world know about lupus. We educate communities and join together to raise funds and awareness...

read more

Want the latest news delivered straight to your e-mail inbox?

Newsletter Subscription


Subscribe to our newsletter to recive the latest news, research studies, Local events, stories, helpful tool, and so much more.

Skip to content