When your immune system turns against you, it can feel like an uphill battle. But you don’t have to fight alone.
We’re here to provide support, connection, and resources for communities who are facing the challenges of autoimmune conditions.
Knowledge is power. Learn about these common autoimmune conditions that are affecting Black communities today.
Myasthenia Gravis (MG)
Take this quiz to see if you can identify the symptoms of MG.
Lupus
Learn what Lupus is and how it impacts pregnancy in Black women.
Type 1 Diabetes
Understand the difference between type 1 and 2 diabetes and how both can be managed.
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
We are affected by RA at higher rates than other groups, often with more severe symptoms and challenges getting the right care. Learn more about arthritis in the Black community.
Ulcerative Colitis (UC)
Learn about UC, what causes it, how it’s treated, and how to manage day-to-day activities with this constant companion.
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Learn MS affects our communities and what you can do to live a full life with the condition.
“Our immune system is supposed to help us fight against infections. But, with an autoimmune disease, your body’s basically attacking healthy cells, believing that they are an infection or there’s a danger.”
– Juanice Mickels, NOWINCLUDED member
Meet Jometra
Living with Lupus
Jometra didn’t let lupus define her. Now, as a co-chair of the African American Health Coalition, she inspires others by raising awareness of lupus in her community.
Like Jometra, your story has the power to inspire many others who may be battling with their bodies.
Part of being an autoimmune warrior means finding solutions that work for us.
When we are not included in clinical research for autoimmune conditions, we can’t be sure if a treatment will work just as well or be just as safe for us.
Learning more about clinical research can be a critical step in improving health outcomes for ourselves and for future generations.
