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Lupus 242 Celebrates World Lupus Day with a Pop Up Run/Walk
On Friday May 10th, World Lupus Day, runners took to the streets in purple participating in a POP Up Run/Walk in memory of lupus fighter Crystal Stubbs. Proceeds from the event benefitted Lupus 242, a local non-profit organization providing support and information for persons in The Bahamas living with lupus...
May Is Arthritis Awareness Month
May Is Arthritis Awareness Month
So what is Arthritis? Arthritis is an inflammation of the joints. It can affect one joint or multiple joints. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis, with different causes and treatment methods. Two of the most common types are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
Lupus 242 Marks 5th Anniversary with full Month of Awareness Activities
May is recognized as Lupus Awareness Month around the world. This month, local support group, Lupus 242 will host a series of events and activities to raise awareness. This is the fifth year the group has pushed issues associated with lupus to the forefront...
Lupus awareness in high gear
Lupus awareness in high gear
Lupus patients on average lose over $21,000 annually in medical expenses and work hours, according to Vice President of Lupus 242 Shonalee Johnson.