Cardiovascular Disease and Lupus

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE or lupus) can affect your heart in a variety of ways; some are life-threatening (including heart attacks) and others are much less serious. There are several risk factors for heart-related conditions, many of which can be avoided. It...

Osteoporosis and Lupus

Osteoporosis is called the “silent thief ” because bone loss occurs without symptoms. Many people don’t even realize they have the disease until their bones are so weak that a minor incident causes a fracture, or their vertebrae begin to collapse and cause a loss in...

Stress Management During the Holidays

On November 30, 2023 Lupus Canada was joined by Jodie Nimigon-Young, fellow lupus warrior for 29 years, who presented ‘Stress Management During the Holidays’. A video recording of the webinar is available below for viewing. Despite dealing with multiple problems with...

Vaccines

On October 17, 2023 Lupus Canada was joined by Dr. Pope who discussed vaccines and their importance for people living with lupus. Janet Pope is a Professor of Medicine and Rheumatologist at the University of Western Ontario, Schulich School of Medicine.  She has...

Lupus & Indigenous Populations of Canada

On September 27th Lupus Canada was joined by Dr. Barnabe who discussed Lupus & Indigenous Populations of Canada. Dr. Cheryl Barnabe is a Métis rheumatologist and a Canada Research Chair in Rheumatoid Arthritis and Autoimmune Diseases. She is a Professor in the...