Lupus LA Gives Angelinos an Opportunity to Learn from the Experts on Lupus |
New Program to Help LA-area Families in Need
The S.L.E. Lupus Foundation's Emergency Grant Program in New York is coming to Los Angeles to assist local families afflicted with lupus and facing a crisis.
With New Venture to Benefit Research, Nicole Paxson Gives the Face of Lupus a Makeover
Nicole Paxson, who has lupus, is fighting back against the disease by creating a line of cosmetics that helps women—no matter what challenges they've faced—regain confidence in the way they look.
No need to whisper: Lauren Shuler Donner has lupus
In this Los Angeles Times profile, Lupus LA’s 2008 Orange Ball honoree discusses living with lupus while managing a hugely successful career as a Hollywood producer.
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Attention NASCAR Fans! |
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Fueling Discovery in California and Beyond
Southern California and the nation are witnessing discoveries that may change the way people with lupus are diagnosed, treated, and live their lives as a result of bold, dynamic questions being asked by Lupus LA-supported Lupus Research Institute scientists.
Lupus LA’S 2008 Orange Ball Delivers Funds, Laughs and Music for a Much Needed Cause |
Lupus Research Institute Launches Novel Studies in Human Lupus
Innovative research in human tissue to drive discovery of new therapies
Clinical Trials for Lupus Underway After Decades of Drought
Free Patient Education Campaign Urges Enrollment
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Listen to Lupus Experts on Trials Before Treatments |
Profound Immune System Discovery Opens Door to Halting Destruction of Lupus
Lupus Research Institute Funds Innovative Hypothesis and Scientific Breakthrough
Lupus Research Institute Discoveries Blaze New Paths to Understanding and Treating Lupus
Results Ripple through Field, Transform Research Outlook
Lupus Research Institute Advocacy Victory
New NIH Plan, Initiated by LRI Clarion Call, Brightens Horizon for Lupus Research
New Medicare Bill Provides Benefits to Lupus Patients in Prescription Drug Program
Multitarget Immune Therapy Improves Outcomes of Severe Lupus Nephritis
NIAMS scientists find potential new way to block inflammation in autoimmune disease
Lupus News from the 2008 Meeting of the European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR)
Abnormal “editing” of gene messages may be a cause of lupus
FDA Alert Regarding Lupus Medication: a Hospital for Special Surgery Rheumatology Perspective | View the FDA Alert
State expert finds clues to save lives

Lupus LA, the west coast division of the S.L.E. Lupus Foundation founded by renowned physician and author, Daniel J. Wallace, MD, serves the needs of people with lupus and their families in Los Angeles County and across southern California. Lupus LA raises awareness, conducts advocacy and community outreach, and supports novel lupus research on the national level.
A message from Linda David, Executive Director
Every hour across this city, lupus drains so much—health, energy, hope, and a sense of control—from the lives of young women and others afflicted by this devastating disease.
But if there’s any place on the globe that can channel the innovative thinking, the wattage of Hollywood, and the creativity and passion for finding solutions to illness through action, I truly believe it’s Los Angeles.
Hollywood Bag Ladies Lupus Luncheon
Friday, November 7th
at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel
Honoring LaDoris McClaney, a motivational speaker, writer and lecturer dedicated to the education and personal development of young people. LaDoris continues her family's philanthropic tradition by donating millions to more than 15 nonprofit organizations. Stay tuned for tickets and more information. See photos from last year's luncheon honoring Marla and Nicole Paxson »
The Lupus Support Group at Cedars Sinai
A free monthly support group for lupus patients in the LA area
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Lupus LA is the west coast division of the New York-based S.L.E. Lupus Foundation. For more than 35 years, the Foundation has helped people with lupus and their families, funded lupus research, and raised awareness of this chronic illness. Learn More » |
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Pioneering Discovery to prevent, treat and cure lupus. The Lupus Research Institute (LRI)—the country’s only nonprofit organization singularly devoted to novel research in lupus—champions innovation, encourages scientific creativity and risks exploring uncharted territory to bring new scientific solutions to the complex and dangerous autoimmune disease of lupus. Learn More » |