Resources
What is Lupus?
What is Lupus?: http://lfnc.org/what_is_lupus.html
The 11 Criteria: http://lupusresearchinstitute.org/lupus/lupus_diagnosis
How Lupus Affects the Body: http://www.lupus.org
Detailed article written in layman's terms covering Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and how it attacks various organs in the body including: cardiopulmonary system, gastrointestinal, central nervous system, musculoskeletal, kidney, vasculities, Sjogren's, skin, oral disease, antiphospholipid antibodies, blood disorders, the eyes, osteoporosis, and lupus in combination with other connective tissue or autoimmune diseases.
Medical & Health Insurance Assistance
Social Security and Disability Resource Center
http://www.ssdrc.com
The Social Security and Disability Resource Center website (www.SSDRC.com) is written by a former disability examiner and addresses questions that claimants often have about the application and appeal process but, often as well, have trouble finding clear answers to.
Additional links:
+ Social Security Disability SSI and Filing based on Lupus:
http://www.ssdrc.com/ssd-ssi-lupus.html
+ How does Social Security consider lupus as a disability?
http://www.ssdrc.com/disabilityquestions1-43.html
+ Lupus, Social Security Disability, and Applying for Benefits
http://www.ssdrc.com/condition-lupus.html
California Medical, Insurance, and Health Benefits Resource List [PDF]
http://www.sflupussupport.org/resource-sheet.pdf
Compiled by the LFNC. This document includes brief descriptions and contact information for the following resources: Medicare, Medi-Cal, Major Risk Medical Insurance Program (MRMIP), Pre-Existing Conditions Insurance Plan (PCIP), Free Prescriptions, County Free Clinics, and Social Security Disability.
Just Added! Government Resources via LFA Resources Link »
Sidebar links to
Social Security Disability, Medicare, Medicaid, Food Stamps, and Other Government Assitance Websites
Just Added! Prescription assistance programs and oher patient and family resources via LFA Resources Link »
Sidebar links to Patient Education Programs, Center for Clinical Trials, Financial Aid, Scholarships
Clinical Trials
Phase I Safety Study of AMG 811 in Subjects With Discoid Lupus Erythematosus
+ Contact study coordinator, Amanda Foster at:
AMFoster@stanford.edu or (650) 721-7147
+ More info: http://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/results?term=NCT01164917
The AMG 811 clinical trial will evaluate the safety, tolerability and immunogenicity of AMG 811 in patients with Discoid Lupus Erythematosus. Participants must be diagnosed with DLE with or without Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), be between 18 and 70 years old and meet all study eligibility criteria. Interested individuals who believe they meet the eligibility criteria should contact the study coordinator, Amanda Foster (listed above).
The Access Clinical Trial for Lupus Nephritis: http://lupusnephritis.org/access.html
Being diagnosed with kidney disease as a result of lupus (called 'lupus nephritis') brings new challenges... and new choices. This site is here to help you learn more about your diagnosis and about your options for treatment – including the option of participating in the ACCESS clinical trial.
Clinical Connection
http://www.clinicalconnection.com/clinical_trials/condition/lupus.aspx
By bringing both of our clients (Study Participants and Clinical Investigators) together we are able to revolutionize the Study Participant recruitment process in order to make it quicker, more accurate, and more personal than ever. The level of care, attentive service, and dedication to privacy that we provide will go beyond what is expected and our superior service will make us the leading Study Participant placement firm nationwide.
LFA Center for Clinical Trials Education (CCTE): http://www.lupus.org/clinicaltrials/
Learn more about participating in clinical trials and find clinical trials taking place in your area.. Using the CCTE, you can find resources as well as ask questions about clinical trials or share your experience.
LFNC Clinical Trial List:
http://lfnc.org/clinicaltrialsIncalifornia.html
Presents a listing of lupus clinical trials in California.
Lupus Research
Alliance for Lupus Research (ALR): www.lupusresearch.org
Visit this website for the latest updates on lupus research sponsored by this organization. The ALR is a national voluntary health organization based in New York City that was founded in 1999 and is chaired by Robert Wood Johnson IV, a member of the founding family of Johnson & Johnson. The mission of the ALR is to support research into the cause, cure, treatment and prevention of systemic lupus erythematosus and its complications.
Lupus Family Registry & Repository (LFRR): http://lupus.omrf.org
The LFRR is a long-term research project sponsored by the National Institutes of Health housed at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF). It is a source of data, serum and DNA from families that has at least one member who has systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), aka lupus.Researchers use the de-identified information and materials to:
+ identify the genes that reveal the causes of lupus
+ develop better treatment for patients who suffer from this serious illness
Scientists may also use LFRR materials to study other diseases.
Lupus Research Institute: http://www.lupusresearchinstitute.org
The Lupus Research Institute is uniquely dedicated to novel research in lupus. Recognizing that most major medical breakthroughs come from unexpected directions, the LRI fosters and supports only the highest-ranked new science to prevent, treat and cure lupus.
UCSF Lupus Program: http://pages.medicine.ucsf.edu/lupus
Visit this site for the latest clinical trials and research on lupus by UCSF. This program is composed of a multi-disciplinary group of health care professionals who share a common vision: to find safer, more effective therapies for lupus and to improve the quality of life of patients living with lupus.
Organizations & Programs
The Lupus Foundation of Northern California (LFNC): www.lfnc.org
The LFNC provides a variety of services to support and educate the community, particularly lupus patients, their families and the medical community. Visit this informative website and finda a number of services including conferences, books & articles, and other website resources.
Lupus Foundation of America, Inc. (LFA): www.lupus.org
The nation's leading non-profit voluntary health organization dedicated to finding the causes and cure for lupus. The LFA's mission is to improve the diagnosis and treatment of lupus, support individuals and families affected by the disease, increase awareness of lupus among health professionals and the public, and find the causes and cure. Research, education, and patient services are at the heart of LFA's programs. Blog: The Road to a Lupus Cure »
American College of Rheumatology (ACR): www.rheumatology.org
Arthritis Foundation: www.arthritis.org
Visit this page and do a search on lupus. The site offers various abstracts and information related to lupus. The Arthritis Foundation is the only national not-for-profit organization that supports the more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions with advocacy, programs, services and research.
Asian Health Services: http://www.asianhealthservices.org
A comprehensive community health center that provides medical care, health education, insurance counseling, and client advocacy in the underserved Asian and Pacific Islander (API) population in Alameda County.
Association of Asian Pacific Sommunity Health Organizations: http://www.aapcho.org
A national association representing community health organizations dedicated to promoting advocacy, collaboration and leadership that improves the health status and access of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders within the United States, its territories and freely associated states, primarily through our member community health clinics.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:
Trends in Deaths from Systemic Lupus Erythematosus - United States, 1979-1998
http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm5117a3.htm
Cross Cultural Health Care Program: http://www.xculture.org
CCHCP serves as a bridge between communities and health care institutions to ensure full access to quality health care that is culturally and linguistically appropriate. Services include cultural competency training programs, interpreter information, and on-line library.
LANtern (Lupus Asian Network) (Hospital for Special Surgery)
http://www.hss.edu/LANtern.asp
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM)
http://nccam.nih.gov
National Lupus Awareness Campaign
http://www.womenshealth.gov/lupus/
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS)
http://www.niams.nih.gov
Lupus Connections
Caring Bridge: http://www.caringbridge.org
CaringBridge is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing free websites that connect family and friends during a serious health event, care and recovery.
A CaringBridge website is personal, private and available 24/7. It helps ease the burden of keeping family and friends informed. The websites are easy to create and use. Authors add health updates and photos to share their story while visitors leave messages of love and support in the guestbook.
Charla de Lupus: (Lupus Chat) (Hospital for Special Surgery)
http://www.hss.edu/CharladeLupus.asp
MDjunction - People Connecting People: http://www.mdjunction.com/lupus
Lupus Forum
Teen and Parent Lupus Chat Groups: (Hospital for Special Surgery)
http://www.hss.edu/LupusTeenParent.asp
A monthly in-person chat group for teens (14 to 18) who have lupus and their parents.
We Have Lupus: http://forum.wehavelupus.com/forum.php
A well organized forum with topic discussions including newly diagnosed, symptoms, medications, and general questions.
Professional Services
Jyoti M. Rao, MFT
Pacific Psychotherapy of San Francisco
870 Market Street, #469
San Francisco, CA 94102
415.820.1406
www.pacific-psychotherapy.com