Leading the fight against autoimmune disease by collaborating to improve healthcare, advance research, and support the community.

Michigan
Joined August 2010
We joined the Society for Women’s Health Research, the American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG), and Women First Research Coalition (WFRC) to tell Congress about the National Strategy to allocate $20 billion toward women's health. More: swhr.org/nationalstrategy.
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UnitedHealthcare is eliminating 30% of its prior authorization requirements, removing barriers for select surgeries, scans & therapies. For 2 years, we & our allies have mobilized advocates, engaged insurers & brought concerns to Congress-showing the power of our collective voice
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We’re just 3 weeks away from the Autoimmune Community Summit! -AI and the future of autoimmune medicine -Women’s health and hormones -GLP-1s -Fatigue and brain fog, -Environmental triggers -Emerging treatments -Nutrition It's free and it's virtual! autoimmune.org/blog/2026-aut…
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Today the @WaysandMeansGOP @WaysMeansCmte will mark up H.R. 9504, the Tax-Exempt Hospital Transparency Act. This bill is a step in the right direction to shed light on the number of patients receiving 340B drugs & help inform reforms to ensure #340B discounts reach patients.
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This Father’s Day, we celebrate Michael, who began a hiking challenge in support of his daughter, Caroline. 52 trail segments and 250 miles later, Michael exceeded his fundraising goal by more than $7,000. Help us congratulate him! Read more: autoimmune.org/blog/shenando…
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Every step touches lives, sparks breakthroughs, and carries families through some of their hardest moments. Your support provides resources and hope throughout their journeys. Walk with us in Washington, D.C. or from your own hometown. Register: give.autoimmune.org/hopejour…
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House Appropriations is calling on @CMSgov to protect patients from harmful copay accumulator programs. CMS must take action and end these damaging practices. Read more: bit.ly/3S8I6yS. #AllCopaysCount
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Thank you to @RepJulieJohnson and @RepMikeLawler for advancing bipartisan prior authorization reform. Patients deserve timely access to treatment—not unnecessary delays. We're proud to support this effort. juliejohnson.house.gov/media… #PriorAuthorization #PatientsFirst
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Getting an autoimmune diagnosis can be a long and confusing journey. If you’re searching for answers, we’ve pulled together tools, guides, and expert insights to support you. autoimmune.org/resource-cent…
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June is #MensHealthMonth + #VitiligoAwarenessMonth. In this podcast episode, Jarrett shares his experience growing up w/vitiligo, navigating mental health, identity, and the unique challenges men face living with #autoimmunedisease. 🎧 Listen now: youtube.com/watch?v=xaCpwM7T…
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The Plant for Hope Challenge has begun! Every dollar you raise for the Autoimmune Association equals a flower planted in your garden. We're turning your fundraising into a visible symbol of progress for the autoimmune community. 🌻Get started: give.autoimmune.org/diy
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Clinical trials are carefully reviewed and monitored to protect participants. Safety is a priority at every stage, with strict guidelines in place. Get the facts about clinical trials in our latest blog: autoimmune.org/blog/autoimmu…
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Step therapy puts patients’ well-being at risk and reforms are needed. Join us TODAY for a country-wide call-in day to urge members of Congress to co-sponsor the #SafeStepAct. We need your voice if we’re going to pass these needed reforms! Take action now: votervoice.net/Autoimmune/Ca…
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Registration is OPEN 💙 Join the #HopeJourneyWalk September 19! 📍 DC at The Wharf 🌎 or Walk Anywhere 👉 give.autoimmune.org/hopejour… Register by May 31 for the Early Bird rate– EARLYBIRDDC for $10 off at the DC walk | EARLYBIRDANY for $5 off Walk Anywhere
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Thank you @WaysandMeansGOP & @WaysMeansCmte for examining how hospitals drive up costs for patients. We are deeply concerned about 340B program discounts not reaching patients, aggressive medical debt collections, and declining charity care rates.
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It’s been an incredible Autoimmune Awareness Month – and work continues beyond March. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest autoimmune news, ways to get involved, educational opportunities, and updates on the work driving progress year-round. go.autoimmune.org/l/864732/2…
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Progress in autoimmune disease happens because patients, researchers, and clinicians come together through clinical trials. Every trial moves us closer to better treatments & every participant helps move the mission forward. Everything you need to know 👉 autoimmune.org/research/clin…
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Thank you to @Viatris, a Gold Sponsor of the 2026 Autoimmune Association Legislative Fly-In. Your support helps bring the experiences of autoimmune patients directly to Congress.
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We appreciate Takeda, a Gold Sponsorof the 2026 Autoimmune Association Legislative Fly-In. Thank you for helping bring the autoimmune community to Capitol Hill.
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