World Lupus Federation Global Survey Finds 91% of People with Lupus Report Using Oral Steroids to Treat Lupus
WASHINGTON, May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A recent global survey conducted by the World Lupus Federation reported that 91% of survey respondents were taking or have taken oral steroids to treat their lupus. Over 7,700 people living with lupus from more than 100 countries participated in the survey.
- WASHINGTON, May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A recent global survey conducted by the World Lupus Federation reported that 91% of survey respondents were taking or have taken oral steroids to treat their lupus.
- The World Lupus Federation established World Lupus Day on May 10 to unite lupus groups around the world during Lupus Awareness Month and call attention to the disease's impact on the millions of people globally affected by lupus.
- As we approach World Lupus Day, it is crucial that we continue to advocate for improved access to safe and effective treatments for lupus.
- The World Lupus Federation is encouraging people around the globe on May 10 for World Lupus Day to share facts about lupus, including from this survey, and raise awareness using the official World Lupus Day Toolkit .