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Editor: Rene Astudillo
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DEFINITELY LAST CALL FOR ENTRIES!
LFNC'S charity drawing for the 2011 Infinity G25 Sedan will definitely be held on Thursday, September 1st, at noon at our new office at 2635 N. First Street, Suite 211, San Jose, CA 95134. All are welcome! DEADLINE to purchase entries is 5pm Pacific Time on Wednesday, August 31, 2011 (by phone).
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Medications and Bone Loss
An increasing number of medications are being linked to bone loss and fractures. These drugs include thiazolidinedione (TZD), for type 2 diabetes; or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, a class of antidepresents that includes Prozac, Paxil and Zoloft.
This problem may very well apply to lupus patients who, due to the myriad of symptoms and conditions they experience, have been prescribed a long list of medications by their doctors.
Other medications linked to bone loss include corticosteroids which are often prescribed for rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory conditions like lupus.
As always, if you have concerns about your medications, discuss them with your health care provider.
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Question on Prostate Cancer in Lupus
We received a question from a male client about the possible risk of prostate cancer among lupus patients.
One study conducted by researchers at the McGill University Health Center in Canada suggests a decreased risk of prostate cancer in S.L.E., with the caveat that more definite conclusions require additional data and further studies in large cohorts.
Read study abstract.
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Seeking Male Lupus Patients for Video Interview
As part of our educational campaign on lupus, we are looking for volunteer male lupus patients who are willing to be interviewed about their experiences with the disease. Video will be posted on the LFNC YouTube Video Channel, along with other interviews we've done so far. If interested, please contact Rene Astudillo. |
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Events:
September 17, 2011
The Hangout
 A safe and supportive group environment where young lupus patients and their friends come together to share their concerns and hopes, as well as their personal experiences in managing their disease and symptoms. Click HERE for details.
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October 22, 2011
Patient Education Classes (English & Spanish), Santa Clara. LFNC is offering a basic class for newly or recently-diagnosed lupus patients and their families and an intermediate class for long-time patients wanting to learn more about disease management. Click HERE for details. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
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COMING SOON:
- LFNC presents ReganMOVES, a fitness class for those living with lupus and other chronic conditions. Watch out for details and schedule.
- LFNC Fall Mini-Conference in partnership with the Northern California Rheumatology Society
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