Contact Christine at (850) 333-2969 or email www.nwnlupus.org

• There are many challenges to reach a lupus diagnosis and it nearly takes six years on average to get diagnosed. 
• Over 63% of people with lupus report being incorrectly diagnosed and over 55% report seeing four or more different. healthcare providers before getting accurately diagnoses.
• 90% of people living with lupus are women.
• Lupus is 2 to 3 times more prevalent among African American, Hispanic/Latina, Asian American, North American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander women than among White women.
• Some of the most difficult parts of coping with lupus is pain at 65%, lifestyle changes at 61% and emotional problems at 50%.

Through our mission, our support Group will.

• Provide monthly support group meetings
• Community outreach and educational programs
• Build a base of medical professionals that are familiar with devastating disease.      
• Share information on alternative treatments and products with proven or      potential benefits in alleviating the stressful and debilitating symptoms of lupus. For example, current information/trends in acupuncture,    reflexology, massage therapy, and other beneficial methods and treatments.
• Provide a network support system for family members and friends to learn, accept,      and cope with lupus among close, personal loved ones.

A support group can offer the feeling that you are part of a larger community. You can have the ability to receive and offer support and lean coping skills.