I’ve suffered a lot of losses dealing with this disease. But the greatest loss of all was allowing it and chemical depression to destroy my marriage. I hate this disloyal ... Read More
Lupus
My Story: “I Won’t Let Lupus Beat Me”
Nakita is a Lupus Butterfly. She wears her purple colors loud and proud with a mission to inspire other women. And when she met fellow lupus sufferer Jokiva, she knew she was ... Read More
Man Loses 70lbs So He Can Donate Kidney To Wife
Meet James & Tracy Spraggins. James, or PJ, is a professional musician and Tracy is a special education teacher. They've been married for 10 years. Tracy has been dealing ... Read More
These Heart Disease Risk Factors Are More Potent In Women Than Men
When it comes to risk factors for heart disease, Black women have to be more careful than Black men. Yes, heart disease disproportionately affects the entire Black community. But, ... Read More
31 Lupus Facts For Every Day Of Lupus Awareness Month
How well do you #KnowLupus? Lupus Awareness Month is observed during May to increase public understanding of this cruel and mysterious disease that ravages different part of the ... Read More
Could Fatigue Be A Sign Of Something More Serious?
Experiencing fatigue every now and then is not a huge deal; however, if the feeling is reoccurring and lasts for two or more weeks, it could be a sign of something more serious. ... Read More
How To Manage Your Lupus Symptoms
After being able to recognize the symptoms, perhaps the second most difficult aspect of lupus is managing your symptoms. From extreme fatigue to joint pain to hair loss, here are ... Read More
Q&A: Is Beet Juice Good For Lupus?
Q: Is drinking beet juice good for lupus? - E. S. Sign Up for the Black Doctor Newsletter! A: Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), or lupus, is an autoimmune disease ... Read More
Natural Hair Blogger Dies Of Lupus At 27
After a long battle with Lupus, natural hair guru and YouTube vlogger, Domineque Banks, who coined the phrase, “Long Hair Don’t Care2011,” passed away on April 9, 2014. Banks ... Read More
Nick Cannon Teams With The NMA For Lupus Awareness
The National Medical Association (NMA) is excited to highlight our collaboration with Bristol-Myers Squibb and Nick Cannon, a multi-talented entertainer and television personality, ... Read More
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Toni Braxton Hospitalized Due To Lupus Complications
Toni Braxton has been hospitalized because of “minor health issues” related to lupus. Both Braxton and her spokeswoman confirmed the hospitalization, but had no further ... Read More
What Your Looks Say About Your Health
Is it true that bad looks can equal bad health? When your body is healthy, you tend to look attractive and more youthful. But oddly, people tend to point their fingers at things ... Read More
LOL: Lupus Out Loud
LOL?! Lupus Out Loud is a new online movement and video developed to encourage people with lupus to speak “out loud” about their symptoms. The movement was inspired by the results ... Read More