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The 2013-2014 Fund Campaign: JOIN US
We will be candid. One of the things it takes to keep us going is money. Our annual fund campaign is geared to raise a good amount of those funds while giving you the opportunity to show your support. This year, our goal is to raise $50,000.  Click Here to Give Now and Show Your Support. What your gift means:
A PLATINUM ($1,000) gift will enable 20 patients to attend an all-day medical conference.
A GOLD ($500) level gift will enable 16 newly-diagnosed patients to attend a patient education class.
A SILVER ($250) level gift will enable 10 patients to receive a free copy of the LFNC's twice-yearly newsletter.
A BRONZE ($100) level gift will pay for lunch for 12 volunteers to help with office projects.
A FRIEND ($50) level gift will enable 5-8 patients participate in a support group.
A SUPPORTER ($25) gift will help pay travel expenses for a patient to take part in a clinical trial.
These are just examples of the kind of difference your gift makes. Whatever level you commit at, please rest assured that your fully tax-deductible contribution is being put to great use as the LFNC spends more than 90% of its funds directly to support programs.
So please give today.
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Researchers Shed Light on Possible Factors that Predict Increased Lupus Flare
Patients living with lupus know that "flare-ups", or sudden increases in disease activity, are often part of life with lupus. What precisely causes these flare-ups, however, has eluded patients, physicians and researchers alike. A new study headed by Michelle Petri, MD of Johns Hopkins University has produced findings that may shed light towards factors that may increase flare-ups. Kidney involvement and a high auto-antibody count have now been shown to be possible culprits. Our partners at the Lupus Research Institute reflected on the study:
An analysis of lupus patients found that kidney disease and a high level of autoantibodies were associated with a higher risk for flare. These results were published in the August 2013 issue of Arthritis & Rheumatism by lupus expert Michelle A. Petri, MD of Johns Hopkins University and colleagues.
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LFNC's 2014 Car Giveaway is Underway!
One lucky winner will walk away with a brand new 2014 Mercedes-Benz. Two lucky early birds will win a cruise and a shopping spree. And every single person participating will help the Lupus Foundation of Northern California maintain our proud tradition of services, education and resources for lupus patients, their caregivers and their loved ones.
We're getting a head start on our car drawing this year, so that you can get your tickets even earlier! A 2014 Mercedes may be headed your way, along with goodies like a cruise or a shopping spree for the lucky early birds! Enter now!
Tickets are $75 per entry, 3 for $200, and 5 for $300.
Visit our website to find the form to enter now, or call us at 408-954-8600. |
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