Lupus Society of Illinois

Health effects of lupus include heart attacks, strokes, seizures, kidney failure, and miscarriages. While there is not yet a cure for the disease, an array of drug therapies are available – and that has increased the potential for effective management of lupus and good outcomes. The Lupus Society of Illinois offers comprehensive programs and services to meet the needs of the lupus community including: Patient education programs and materials Referrals to physicians, community services, resources, and assistance Health educators /navigators available to answer questions and provide medically sound information about lupus Information and updates from local and international lupus medical experts Chapter events and support groups Newsletters and alerts Living with Lupus grant provides financial assistance for a lupus-related expense to qualifying applicants Our programs and services are accessible via phone, online, and in-person. With the help of informed volunteers, lupus medical experts, and committed and caring supporters, we support research and conduct education programs so everyone affected by lupus can have an improved quality of life; provide information to ensure people with lupus and their families get answers and health professionals know about new means to diagnose and manage the disease; and conduct activities to increase awareness of lupus, rally public support for those who are affected by lupus, and advocate on their behalf.