New Guidelines Issued on Diagnosis for Lupus Nephritis
The American College of Rheumatology issued new guidelines for the screening and management of kidney disease referred to as lupus nephritis. An estimated one third of people with lupus are affected by lupus nephritis - a serious manifestation of lupus in which the immune system attacks the kidneys. While nine out of 10 people with lupus are women, men with the disease tend to have more severe consequences and are more prone to lupus nephritis. Read MORE.
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The following are the scheduled events for May in Northern California:
Monday, May 7, 2012
The California State Assembly is scheduled to take up ACR 102, a resolution proclaiming May as Lupus Awareness Month in California.
(Thanks to the leadership of Assembly Member Nora Campos of the 23rd District, San Jose)
Saturday, May 12, 2012 10am-to 2pm
8th Annual Richmond Health Festival
Richmond Recreation Center
251 18th Ave.
San Francisco
(Visit the LFNC Booth)
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Dine Out for Lupus
(see information below)
Saturday, May 19, 2012
11am-6:00pm
8th Annual Asian Heritage Street Festival
Civic Center/Little Saigon District
San Francisco
(Visit the LFNC Booth)
Entire Month
Change your Facebook profile photos to the Lupus Awareness Month logo. Download logo HERE
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 MAY 15, 2012 AT A RESTAURANT NEAR YOU! (A Benefit for Lupus Research and Care) Click HERE for details and a list of participating restaurants in Northern California. Click HERE if you live in Southern California.
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