THE 12TH ANNUAL FLIGHT OF THE BUTTERFLIES Flight of the Butterflies is a lupus awareness campaign sharing stories of the brave lupus warriors. Many don’t understand lupus until they hear the walk of a warrior. Flight of the Butterflies is dedicated to sharing those Butterfly of Hope stories in May for lupus awareness month. Butterfly Flight Dorista Dimitu Hello am Dorista from Kenya I was diagnosed with lupus last year 2023 in the month of August but I realized that I have battled the disease for over 30 years unknowingly. The hardest part of living with lupus is the extreme fatigue for many y ..read more

Lupus Light 31 is here to shine bright with encouragement and support. In the face of challenges, remember you’re never alone. Let these 31 encouraging words be your guiding light through tough times. Together, we’re unstoppable. Encouraging Word of the Day Gratitude noun —- ˈgra-tə-ˌtüd Definition: The state of being grateful : THANKFULNESS Cultivate gratitude by writing down three things you’re thankful for beyond lupus before bed. #lupuslight #31encouragingwords #lupusincolor #lupusawarenessmonth ..read more

Lupus Awareness Month Lupus Warrior Tips 31 lupus tips to help you cope with lupus. Lupus Tip 7 Take control over figuring out what triggers your flares. Keep a food and mood journal to help you understand exactly how what you do affects your body. Be proactive in doing the things that help you on your lupus journey. Keeping a journal will help you understand your own body. This will assist you in caring better for yourself on your lupus journey. #lupusempowerment #lupustips #lupusincolor #lupusawarenessmonth ..read more

Lupus In Color 12th Annual Flight of the Butterflies Spreading Lupus Awareness One Butterfly at a time Let this butterfly flutter all over cyberspace! Along with blood work and family history, at least four of the eleven criteria of lupus from the American College of Rheumatology are usually present for lupus to be diagnosed. Malar rash – a butterfly shaped rash across cheeks and nose Skin rash – raised red patches Photosensitivity – unusually strong reaction to sun light, causing a rash or flare Mouth or nose ulcers – usually painless Nonerosive arthritis – inflammation in two or more joints ..read more

THE 12TH ANNUAL FLIGHT OF THE BUTTERFLIES Flight of the Butterflies is a lupus awareness campaign sharing stories of the brave lupus warriors. Many don’t understand lupus until they hear the walk of a warrior. Flight of the Butterflies is dedicated to sharing those Butterfly of Hope stories in May for lupus awareness month. Butterfly Flight Lisa Klink My name is Lisa Klink and I was diagnosed with Systemic Lupus Erythematosis (SLE) in August of 2020 at the age of 31. My grandfather, Carmen, passed from Lupus SLE and Lupus Nephritis in January of 1989. The hardest part about having Lupus is com ..read more

Lupus Light 31 is here to shine bright with encouragement and support. In the face of challenges, remember you’re never alone. Let these 31 encouraging words be your guiding light through tough times. Together, we’re unstoppable. Encouraging Word of the Day Self-care noun —- ˌself-ˈker Definition: Care for oneself Dedicate time to self-care activities that nourish your body, mind, and spirit beyond lupus. #lupuslight #31encouragingwords #lupusincolor #lupusawarenessmonth ..read more

Lupus Awareness Month Lupus Warrior Tips 31 lupus tips to help you cope with lupus. Lupus Tip 6 Listen to your body and rest before your body forces you to stop and take notice. Your body speaks volumes all the time, often in whispers. Listen closely and honor its signals before they become shouts. Rest is not a luxury; it’s a necessity for your health. Prioritize self-care for a healthier body beyond lupus. #lupusempowerment #lupustips #lupusincolor #lupusawarenessmonth ..read more

Lupus In Color 12th Annual Flight of the Butterflies Spreading Lupus Awareness One Butterfly at a time Let this butterfly flutter all over cyberspace! Lupus is NOT infectious, rare or cancerous. Researchers do not know what causes lupus. While scientists believe there is a genetic predisposition to the disease, it is known that environmental factors also play a role in triggering the disease. Some of the factors that may trigger lupus include infections, antibiotics, ultraviolet light, extreme stress, certain drugs, and hormones. Hormonal factors may explain why lupus occurs more frequently in ..read more

THE 12TH ANNUAL FLIGHT OF THE BUTTERFLIES Flight of the Butterflies is a lupus awareness campaign sharing stories of the brave lupus warriors. Many don’t understand lupus until they hear the walk of a warrior. Flight of the Butterflies is dedicated to sharing those Butterfly of Hope stories in May for lupus awareness month. Butterfly Flight Letitia Hill I’ve been diagnosed with Lupus for 2 years now, first diagnosed in July 2022. Initially, I felt overwhelmed and depressed, facing mental changes, questioning how to handle this new challenge. Despite the uncertainties, I was determined to live ..read more

Lupus Light 31 is here to shine bright with encouragement and support. In the face of challenges, remember you’re never alone. Let these 31 encouraging words be your guiding light through tough times. Together, we’re unstoppable. Encouraging Word of the Day Perseverance noun —- ˌpər-sə-ˈvir-ən(t)s Definition: Continued effort to do or achieve something despite difficulties, failure, or opposition : the action or condition or an instance of persevering : STEADFASTNESS Keep pushing forward despite lupus setbacks, knowing that perseverance leads to healthy progress. #lupuslight #31encouragingwor ..read more