Autoimmune Heroes

When Tiffany Shank was three years old, her parents noticed that she lacked energy and was constantly lethargic—far from the typical active toddler....

Among the estimated 100+ known autoimmune diseases, certain conditions stand out due to their extreme rarity. Rare autoimmune diseases often lack widespread awareness,...

The Beginning: When Everything Changed Tessa Muldoon’s journey with multiple autoimmune diseases and other chronic illnesses is marked by years of medical dismissals,...

Priya Patil was in college when she began experiencing severe physical health issues, primarily affecting her gastrointestinal system. The symptoms left her exhausted...

Collaboration among patient groups is crucial to our mission of improving healthcare, advancing research, and empowering the community throughout every step of their...

Leah Edwards was just 29 years old when her life took an unexpected and frightening turn. Growing up healthy in a small southern...

  As we recognized Indigenous Peoples Day yesterday, it’s essential to shine a light on an urgent health concern disproportionately affecting Native communities:...

In 2011, Jen and Nick Szupowal established a charity event in their hometown in Pennsylvania centered around Yard Pong, a giant outdoor version...

The Autoimmune Association is proud to announce a new partnership with U.S. Olympic swimmer Paige Madden, a decorated athlete and champion in the...

By Julia Ellis and Alonna Kolobakken, Members of the Young Adult Advisory Council High school and college can be challenging for any student,...