NYC Walk to Cure Lupus: Raising Awareness and Funds for Research

Annual Walk for Lupus Research

• 🚶‍♀️ The 22nd annual New York City Walk to Cure Lupus saw dozens participate to support the Lupus Research Alliance.
• 💜 The event aimed to raise funds and accelerate lupus research with the ultimate goal of finding a cure.

Understanding Lupus

• 💡 Lupus is described as a chronic complex autoimmune disease that affects many parts of the body and millions worldwide.
• 👧 It can affect children, as highlighted by an 18-year-old lupus warrior diagnosed at age nine, emphasizing the need for community awareness.
• 👩‍⚕️ The disease disproportionately affects women of color and, while having no cure, can be treated with new therapies on the horizon.

Fundraising and Hope

• 💰 Fundraising efforts are crucial for providing hope and supporting research into new treatments.
• 🏆 Stephanie Patty, a lupus warrior diagnosed in 2016, served as this year's walk ambassador and top fundraiser, sharing how lupus has taught her strength and resilience.
• 📈 Over 22 years, the Lupus Research Alliance has raised nearly $12 million through the New York City Walk alone.
• 💻 Donations can still be made via lupuswalknyc.org.