NEWLY DIAGNOSED WITH LUPUS

10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Lupus

1. Could any medications I'm taking be triggering my lupus symptoms?
2. Has the disease already damaged my kidneys or other organs?
3. Should I have a bone density test?
4. Should I be taking calcium or other supplements?
5. What are the possible side effects of my lupus drugs?
6. How long will I need to take these lupus drugs?
7. Is it safe for me to become pregnant if I have lupus? Are my lupus medications safe to take while I’m pregnant?
8. How often should I have checkups?
9. What lifestyle changes do you recommend?

Source:  http://lupus.webmd.com/guide/questions-doctor-lupus

HOW LUPUS IMPACTS OUR BODY

Check out this interactive tool to learn more about the impact Lupus has on our bodies and a check list of symptoms to see if you could be at risk for Lupus please click the button below.

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FB MIRACLE MOTHER FINDS KIDNEY DONOR FOR 10 YR OLD

A mothers plea on fb finds a kidney donor for her 10 year old.

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CELEBRATING MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY

Martin Luther King Jr. has now been dead longer than he lived. But what an extraordinary life it was.

At 33, he was pressing the case of civil rights with President John Kennedy. At 34, he galvanized the nation with his "I Have a Dream" speech. At 35, he won the Nobel Peace Prize. At 39, he was assassinated, but he left a legacy of hope and inspiration that continues today.

To view this story written by The Seattle Times about the life of Martin Luther King Jr. click on the button below. 

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Source: http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/special/mlk/

LIFE WITH LUPUS

Truth is, the reality of living & dealing with lupus can be HARD.  But, there are some things you can do to make life easier and more enjoyable for yourself.  SAL wants to remind you to take it one day at a time and enjoy the little things in life.  Some of the strongest people live with lupus, they have families, successful careers, are students at university and grad schools and the list goes on.....  Know that you can live a normal lifestyle and do extraordinary things, you just have to work a little harder at it.  Some key elements to being completely strong are to work on your spiritual, mental and physical health. Eliminate the things that cause stress in your life, that includes people, work, bad habits and anything that may add extra stress to your life.  Do at least one thing that puts a smile on your face or lifts your spirit each and everyday.  Live each day with purpose, have faith that your situation will get better, and surround your self and life with great people who are supportive and loving.   Life is a journey, although hard, remember to make it a enjoyable one.  Have an FABULOUS day!!

Happy New Year

Happy New Year to everyone!!!