Understanding Lupus

Speakers

Amy Ondr, President & CEO of the Lupus Foundation of America, Heartland Chapter

Amy Ondr is the President & CEO of the Lupus Foundation of America, Heartland Chapter. She has been with the organization for 10 years and is an expert presenter on understanding lupus and how to better manage the disease. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Missouri St. Louis and a Certificate in Business Management for Nonprofit Leaders from the Washington University Olin School of Business. Her entire career has been dedicated to improving community health through education and support.

Session Description

Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that can cause inflammation and pain in any part of the body. While anyone can be diagnosed with lupus, 90% of people with lupus are women, and women of color are two-three times more likely to be diagnosed with lupus and have more severe symptoms and outcomes. This session will help you better understand this complicated disease, and how to help those living with lupus take control of the disease. You will also learn about programs and resources available for people affected by lupus.