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Sjögren's

Sjögren's syndrome is an autoimmune disorder in which the glands that produce moisture are destroyed. The hallmark symptoms are dry eyes and dry mouth. READ MORE

Sjögren's

You've Probably Never Heard of My Disease

You've Probably Never Heard of My Disease

This autoimmune disease affects more than 4 million Americans.

5 Common Autoimmune Diseases That Affect Women

5 Common Autoimmune Diseases That Affect Women

Rates of autoimmune diseases are climbing, and women are disproportionately affected. Learn more about common autoimmune diseases that affect women.

Podcast: Why COPD Is the 4th Leading Cause of Death in the U.S.

The Great Girlfriends Podcast: Why COPD Is the 4th Leading Cause of Death in the U.S.

Jean Wright, CEO of the COPD Foundation, and Demeshia Montgomery, COPD patient advocate, share a powerful conversation on battling COPD and the fight for awareness.

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The Great Girlfriends Podcast: The Surprising Signs Your Body Might Be Battling Lupus

Dr. Jessica Williams and patient advocate Tracy Wilson uncover the silent symptoms, life-changing diagnosis journeys, and the path to thriving with lupus.

How Is Lupus Diagnosed? infographic

How Is Lupus Diagnosed?

What you need to know about the tests available for lupus and what the results mean for you

How Is Lupus Diagnosed? infographic

¿Cómo se diagnostica el lupus?

Lo que debes saber acerca de las pruebas disponibles para detectar lupus y lo que los resultados significan para ti

Common Types of Lupus infographic

Common Types of Lupus

Lupus can affect the whole body, and understanding the different types may help you handle your symptoms

Common Types of Lupus infographic

Tipos frecuentes de lupus

El lupus puede afectar todo el cuerpo y entender los varios tipos podría ser útil para que controles tus síntomas

Tracy at the Lupus Foundation of America’s Walk to End Lupus Now

I Still Live a Full and Active Life with Lupus

My days may look a bit different than I imagined, but my life is filled with joy and purpose

Tracy en la Walk to End Lupus Now [Caminata para eliminar el lupus ahora] de Lupus Foundation of America

Todavía disfruto una vida activa y plena con lupus

Mis días pueden ser un poco diferentes de lo que imaginé, pero mi vida está llena de alegría y propósito

Autoimmune Disease & Women

Autoimmune Disease & Women

Most people with an autoimmune disease are women. Here’s what you need to know.

Female patient with Sjögren’s disease being reassured by doctor in hospital.

Sjögren’s Disease 101

Sjögren's disease affects mostly midlife women. Here’s what you need to know.

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Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About Dry Eye Disease

Dry eye disease can be tricky to diagnose and treat. Optometrist Katherine Rachon, O.D., answers questions about this common but confusing condition.

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Conversación clínica: Preguntas y respuestas relacionadas con el trastorno de ojo seco

El trastorno de ojo seco puede ser difícil de diagnosticar y tratar. La optometrista Katherine Rachon, O.D., contesta preguntas relacionadas con este trastorno común pero confuso.

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