The Epidemiology of Lupus: Racial and Gender Differences

Lupus is more common in women and people of color, especially African Americans. However, previous epidemiology studies on lupus have had limitations and the exact number of people living with the disease, how many new cased develop each year, and which groups are at highest risk for developing the disease is not well known. The Lupus Foundation of America was instrumental in advocating for funds to support population based lupus registries as part of a national epidemiological study on lupus. Dr. Joseph McCune of the University of Michigan is leading an effort in Michigan to identity every case of lupus in Wayne County, as part of a broader effort to determine the national incidence and prevalence of lupus. In this video he discusses some preliminary data and how this study contributes to advancing lupus research and treatment.

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