About the LFA

The Lupus Foundation of America, Inc. (LFA) is the foremost national nonprofit voluntary health organization dedicated to finding the causes of and cure for lupus and providing support, services, and hope to all people affected by lupus. The LFA and its nationwide network of nearly 300 chapters, branches, and support groups conduct programs of research, education, and advocacy.

The LFA energetically pursues its mission through five program objectives:

• Provides direct financial support to researchers through LFA's own national research program, Bringing Down the Barriers
• Advocates for increased public and private sector support for research on lupus
• Translates research findings into medically sound information and programs for people with lupus, their families, physicians, and other health professionals
• Heightens public awareness of the impact of lupus
• Supports individuals with lupus, their families and caregivers

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