Ladd was one of six patient advocates and researchers PhRMA cited for their tireless efforts to advance the treatment and care of patients with autoimmune diseases, a group of more than 100 diseases in which a person’s own immune system attacks the body’s healthy tissues and cells.
American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association (AARDA) announced today its August Autoimmune Heroes – the 46 Board members and advisors who have loyally and generously donated their time and talents to helping AARDA and its mission evolve and grow these last 25 years.
American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association (AARDA) announced today its July Autoimmune Heroes.
The American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association, Inc. (AARDA) is spotlighting two new research studies originally reported in ScienceDaily.
Recognizing the American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association, Inc’s (AARDA) strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency, Charity Navigator has awarded the organization its highest, 4-star rating for the seventh time in the last eight years.
As part of its ongoing 25th Anniversary celebration, American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association (AARDA) announced today its June Autoimmune Hero – Johns Hopkins University’s Autoimmune Disease Research Center (ADRC).
As part of its ongoing 25th Anniversary celebration, American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association (AARDA) announced today its May Autoimmune Heroes – private family foundations and individuals whose personal experience with autoimmune disease has led them to be incredible research fundraisers.
U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-Michigan) has recognized AARDA's 25th anniversary in The Congressional Record, praising the organization for its longstanding and tireless work on behalf of autoimmune disease patients everywhere.
The American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association (AARDA) hosted its 16th Annual Derby Luncheon and Auction on Saturday, May 7 at MacRay Harbor on Lake St. Clair in Harrison Township. The Derby also commemorated AARDA’s 25th anniversary.
The American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association (AARDA) announced its April Autoimmune Heroes – the countless volunteers who have supported AARDA and its mission, with special recognition to 10 individuals who have served continuously for roughly 20-plus years.
Award-winning journalist Rita Baron-Faust and renowned lupus researcher, Dr. Jill Buyon, republishes updated "Autoimmune Connection: Essential Information for Women on Diagnosis, Treatment and Getting on with Your Life".
First Honorees Include Actress Kellie Martin and Actress Haley Ramm and her mother Barbara Ramm for their Work in Public Education and Awareness.
American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association Salutes Autoimmune Heroes: Kellie Martin, Haley Ramm and Barbara Ramm
AARDA continues its 25th Anniversary celebration with the launch of its yearlong Autoimmune Heroes campaign, naming actress Kellie Martin and actress Haley Ramm and her mother, Barbara Ramm, as the first #AutoimmuneHeroes for their support of autoimmune disease awareness.
Nonprofit NGO is Voice of 50 Million+ Americans with Autoimmune Diseases
The report highlights the major themes, news and developments that emerged during the daylong event co-hosted by AARDA and the National Coalition of Autoimmune Patient Groups (NCAPG) in Washington, D.C. The summit brought together roughly 20 leading experts to advance knowledge and understanding by sharing the most current thinking in autoimmune disease research, advocacy and patient issues.
As families gather for the holidays, American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association (AARDA) urges them to share the gift of their family "AQ" or autoimmune quotient with loved ones. AQ is a play on IQ. It involves understanding your family's medical history and thus how likely you may be to develop one or more of the 100-plus autoimmune diseases
Announcement of Inaugural Autoimmune Walk to be held in Los Angeles, CA on Sunday, November 8, 2015
4th Annual Autoimmune Walk in Manhattan brings together patients, families, advocates and others for a Walk to honor and support loved ones with autoimmune diseases, and to help raise awareness and research funding for a cure.
The American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association (AARDA) will host its 4th Annual Washington, D.C. Metro Walk to raise awareness and funding for critical research on Saturday, August 1, at McLean Central Park (1468 Dolley Madison Boulevard) in McLean, Va.
Actress Haley Ramm and the cast of ABC Family's "Chasing Life" accept the pajama challenge for the Autoimmune Disease Association and autoimmune disease awareness.
The conference series provides autoimmune disease patients, their families and friends, as well as the general public with information on autoimmunity as a common thread of 100+ diseases. Additional topics will include chronic illness coping skills, the latest in research for autoimmune diseases, information on women and autoimmunity, and a dialogue on why it’s important for the general public to know their own family history of autoimmune diseases—as autoimmune diseases tend to cluster in families
In a recent survey, AARDA has found that fatigue is a major component of autoimmune disease.
The American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association Inc. (AARDA) will host The State of Autoimmune Disease: A National Summit at the National Press Club on Monday, March 23, 2015.
The American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association (AARDA), a national nonprofit health organization dedicated to increasing awareness of autoimmune diseases, today released a statement concerning the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) approval of filgrastim, the first biosimilar product approved in the United States.
The American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association (AARDA), a national nonprofit health organization dedicated to increasing awareness of autoimmune diseases, today issued a white paper to educate its membership and the patient community about biosimilar medicines after a survey found most patients were generally unaware of this new category of medicines which may soon be approved in the U.S.
The “What Every American Needs to Know About Autoimmune Disease” public forum arrives in Boston on Saturday, November 15th. Registration is $20 and the program will begin at 9:30am ending at 2:30pm. It will be held at Holiday Inn Express located at 69R Boston Street in South Boston.
What began as a letter to her two children about her experiences living with multiple autoimmune diseases, quickly morphed into a book by Donna Weir. “Strange Body: Common Autoimmune Disease Questions Answered” chronicles Weir’s life during the past decade as she struggled with ailments that often left her weak and combative. The book is on sale now and the royalties from digital downloads purchased through July 15 will be donated to the American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association (AARDA).
The Washington DC area will Link Together For a Cure.
Autoimmune Disease Association begins its Walk season in DC with Walks to follow in Chicago, Manhattan, St. Louis and Marietta, Ga.
American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association (AARDA) will be holding its first-ever scientific symposium focusing on the microbiome – the trillions of bacteria that reside in the human body.
The American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association, Inc. (AARDA) has launched the first-of-its kind autoimmune curriculum for teachers of grades three through eight.
National coalition of autoimmune patient groups release findings for national autoimmune disease awareness month.
NEWS BRIEFING ON STATUS OF AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE IN THE AGE OF THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT HOSTED BY NATIONAL COALITION OF AUTOIMMUNE PATIENT GROUPS
In honor of National Autoimmune Disease Awareness Month (ADAM), the National Coalition of Autoimmune Patient Groups will host a news briefing to release the results of two new surveys of autoimmune patients and a preliminary study of physicians, as well as launch a new first-of-its-kind national autoimmune disease registry.
Award-winning documentary filmmaker, Courtney G. Smith, has teamed up with the American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association, Inc. (AARDA) to raise awareness of autoimmune disease among African American women.
Data Culled from National Lupus Patient Registries in Michigan and Georgia AARDA Calls for Similar National Autoimmune Disease Registries.
NECABA Management Group’s President Tapped to Lead Organization
Charleston community to be educated about Autoimmune Disease.
The American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association (AARDA) and Washington University will host an Autoimmune Disease Weekend on the university’s St. Louis campus the first weekend of October.
Come out and support the American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association’s (AARDA) first annual Linked Fore A Cure Golf Benefit.
The inaugural Kentucky Autoimmune Walk will be held on Saturday, September 21st, at Seneca Park in Louisville.
Parents who have children with chronic autoimmune diseases like juvenile arthritis face a lifetime of obstacles and challenges and now there’s a book to help them. In Living with Juvenile Arthritis: A Parent’s Guide, author Kimberly Poston Miller shares with readers her hard-earned wisdom and experiences as the mother of two children living with juvenile arthritis and a number of related autoimmune conditions.
A new, large-scale study of more than 2,700 mothers of children with autism shows that about one in 10 mothers have antibodies in their bloodstream that react with proteins in the brain of their babies.
A new study of more than 2,700 mothers of children with autism shows that about one in 10 mothers have antibodies in their bloodstream that react with proteins in the brain of their babies.
The New Yorker magazine offers a look into a writer's life with autoimmune disease.
The Peach State will link together for a cure.
Celebrity autoimmune disease advocates and “virtual walkers” pitch-in with support.
The washington DC area will link together for a cure.
Larry Page, co-founder of Google, recently announced he is suffering from paralyzed vocal cords. Could this condition be rooted in autoimmunity?
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