Lupus Research Institute Launches
Chicago Website
Today, the Lupus Research Institute's Chicago
division officially launches
its website, www.LRIChicago.org.
Founded in spring 2006 by prominent members
of the Chicago lupus community, the LRI
Chicago aims to increase lupus awareness and
promote novel research into its cause and a
cure. Its new website is a resource for the
latest on lupus research, educational events,
and fundraisers in the Chicago area.
In Chicago and around the country, LRI
researchers are actively working to solve the
many mysteries of lupus. Of the 45 studies
currently funded, four are in Chicago—a $1.2
million investment.
Visit the
LRI Chicago website today! »
See
who's making waves in lupus research in
Chicago »
LRI Chicago Congratulates Leslie Hunt, American Idol Top 10 Female Finalist Living With Lupus
LRI Chicago
congratulates Chicago's own Leslie Hunt on
moving to the next round as one of the top 10
women (and top 20 contestants) on the popular
reality talent show American Idol. In her
show profile, Hunt describes her toughest
obstacle as "living my life with lupus."
"As an organization dedicated to finding new
approaches to fighting lupus, we are proud of
Leslie's success to date on American Idol
and applaud her strength and commitment as
she works through the rigorous elements of
the competition," said Darby Tio, executive
director of Lupus Research Institute Chicago.
"Lupus is such a difficult illness, and so
many young women, thousands of them right
here in our area, struggle with it every day."
Leslie performs as one of the top
10 female finalists tonight at 8/7C on "American
Idol"
View
Leslie's Profile at
AmericanIdol.com »
Lupus Research Institute and Association of Black Cardiologists Launch National Educational Program on Lupus and Heart Disease
Five-City Series Focuses on Dramatically Increased Risk of Heart Disease In People with Lupus, Particularly Young Women and Women of Color
As the nation’s leader in funding novel
research on heart disease in lupus, the Lupus
Research Institute announced today that it is
launching a five-city Continuing Medical
Education (CME)
series to educate the medical community about
the significant cardiovascular dangers
present in individuals with
lupus—particularly young women and women of
color for whom heart disease is not normally
considered a risk.
The program aims to arm primary care
physicians, cardiologists and rheumatologists
with the latest information on cardiovascular
disease in lupus, a potentially
life-threatening complication, so as to
increase early detection and hopefully
prevent heart attack and stroke through
vigilance and aggressive treatment.
The joint programs will be held in New
York
(March 8), San Francisco (March 15),
Chicago
(March 28), Los Angeles (March 31) and
Detroit (April 25), with sessions
presented
by guest faculty members from the cardiology
and rheumatology communities.
Members
of the medical community are invited to
register for the free programs online at
www.abcardio.org »
Lupus Research Institute Announces Request for Applications for 2007 Grants to Pursue Novel Research in Lupus
Applications for $300,000, 3-Year Grants Are Due May 15
The Lupus Research Institute is now accepting
applications for its 2007 Novel Research
Grants, which will provide select scientists
support to pursue
truly innovative research to prevent,
treat, and cure the complex disease. This
is the sixth year the Institute will
award Novel Research Grants since its
founding in 2000.
Visit
our website for more information and a copy
of the grant application »
Lupus Research Advocacy Day in DC — April 25th
Attention Advocates for Lupus — Save this
Date!
On Wednesday, April 25, the LRI
National Coalition will take the message of
the need for more lupus research funding to
Capitol Hill. Join us!
Keep checking our website for more details,
or contact your local National Coalition
affiliate.
Visit
our National Coalition page for a complete
list of member organizations across the
country »
Shady Ladies Luncheon and Auction of Celebrity Sunglasses
Tickets on Sale Now!
On Saturday, March 10, 2007, the LRI will
present the 2nd annual Shady Ladies
Luncheon as part of the Winter Equestrian
Festival in Wellington, Florida.
At the luncheon, which will be chaired by
designer Mark Badgley, guests will have the
chance to bid on several pairs of sunglasses
previously worn by TV, movie and Broadway
stars. The "Shady Ladies" theme reflects a
common symptom of lupus: extreme
sensitivity to the sun. Doctors advise people
with lupus to stay in the shade, use sun
block, hats and sunglasses.
For
more information, including how
to purchase tickets, visit our website »
How Do You Support Research?
The Lupus Research Institute is
dedicated to supporting novel research to
identify the cause of lupus, develop safe and
effective treatments, and ultimately find a
cure for this devastating disease. Here are
just a few of the ways you can speed research
and help
defeat lupus. Visit
our Donations Page for more ideas
»
General
Contribution
Your generous contributions help advance
new science and high-impact studies to
prevent, treat and cure lupus. You can donate
online, by mail or over the phone.
Donate
Now Online »
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and Special Occasions »
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through wedding favors and gift registries.
Memorial
Gift »
Make a donation in remembrance of a loved
one, and we'll send a personalized card
acknowledging your gift.
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