Autoimmune Association

05/04/2026

She couldn’t breathe. She saw 9 doctors. It still took 3 years to get answers.
Karli’s journey to a diagnosis of autoimmune pulmonary alveolar proteinosis (aPAP) is a powerful reminder: you know your body best.
Read her story: https://autoimmune.org/blog/karli-apap-journey/

05/01/2026

May is Women’s Health Month.

Women make up nearly 80% of autoimmune patients. Researchers are still working to understand why, but current theories point to a combination of hormones, genetics, and immune system differences that may make women more susceptible.

It’s not just a statistic. It’s a call for more awareness, more research, and better care - in May, and all year long.

Read more about the connection between women and autoimmune disease: https://med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/2024/02/women-autoimmune.html

04/29/2026

Federal employees have a powerful way to give back, but it’s in jeopardy of being eliminated.

The Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) is the nation’s largest workplace giving program, allowing federal workers to support charities like the Autoimmune Association through one-time gifts or simple payroll deductions.

The administration is moving to eliminate this program, making it harder for charities to fund the services people rely on.

Here’s how you can help: Take 2 minutes to send a message to your representative urging them to support legislation that protects the CFC.

Take action:

Representative Raskin of Maryland’s 8th district is leading a member sign-on letter urging OPM to preserve the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), which annually allows federal workers to support charity organizations of their choice through a one-time...

04/29/2026

Diagnosis journeys for autoimmune disease patients last 4 years on average.

Through funding critical research, education, and awareness, the understanding of these diseases increases. You have the power to help us shorten the wait.

Join Hope Parters today and give hope every month to those still searching for answers! 💜 https://give.autoimmune.org/hopepartner

04/28/2026

Introducing our 2026 Young Adult Advisory Council (YAAC) ✨
This group of passionate young leaders is helping shape the future of autoimmune disease through awareness, support, and advocacy.

Bringing together voices from across the U.S. and beyond, YAAC members use storytelling, connection, and education to ensure the unique needs of young adults are seen, heard, and met.

Meet the members here: https://autoimmune.org/blog/2026-young-adult-advisory-council/

04/27/2026

We didn’t just create Support Group in a Box. We tested it with our community.

Kabir was part of our pilot group, and he shares how it changed everything.

This is what happens when people come together, share openly, and realize they’re not alone.

Create your community: https://autoimmune.org/resource-center/support-group-in-a-box/

04/23/2026

Every treatment we rely on today was once studied in a clinical trial. These studies are how new therapies move from idea to reality—shaping the future of care for all of us.

Learn more and search for trials here 👉 https://autoimmune.org/research/clinical-trials/

04/22/2026

Michael White is nearing the end of his 150-mile long journey hiking to raise hope and make a difference! This , you can do the same whether you prefer to walk, hike, or run 🌍

With the weather getting warmer, start a DIY fundraiser today like Michael, to raise hope for millions living with autoimmune disease: https://give.autoimmune.org/campaign/autoimmune-association-fundraiser/c563339

04/20/2026

Our volunteers show up, step up, and make it all possible. 💙
We’re so grateful for the time, heart, and hope you give to the autoimmune community.

Find our how you can get involved: https://autoimmune.org/get-involved/individuals/

04/20/2026

We heard you. 💙

You’ve been asking for a simple way to bring people together … so we built it.

Support Group in a Box gives you everything you need to create a space for connection, understanding, and real support—wherever you are. No experience needed. No complicated setup.

We’re with you every step of the way. 👣

👉 Start your group: https://autoimmune.org/resource-center/support-group-in-a-box/

04/14/2026

Alex was at the top of her game on the basketball court, until an ulcerative colitis diagnosis forced her to walk away.

She found a new path—one that led her to a national bobsleigh team and to advocating for herself and the autoimmune community.

Along the way, she learned to listen to her body and turn her experience into something meaningful for others.

Now, she’s building a community rooted in connection and support.

✨ Read her story: https://autoimmune.org/blog/alex-ulcerative-colitis-journey/

04/09/2026

Today’s autoimmune research is bringing new hope for tomorrow. From CAR-T cell therapy to personalized medicine, scientists are working toward treatments that go beyond managing symptoms and actually retrain the immune system.

🔬🧬💡Learn what’s on the horizon: https://autoimmune.org/blog/new-autoimmune-treatments/