World Lupus Day takes place on 10th May each year and is an opportunity for lupus organisations around the world to come together to raise awareness and funds in support of the estimated 1.5 million people living with the disease globally.

You can find a range of activities to take part in on the LUPUS UK website at www.lupusuk.org.uk/world-lupus-day-may-10th

A small donation can go a long way in helping us to support people with lupus.

Please share photos/screenshots of you and your family and friends on the day with LUPUS UK by tagging the charity on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Don't forget to use #LUPUSUK and #WorldLupusDay.

Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving - they'll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they'll send your money directly to the charity. So it's the most efficient way to donate - saving time and cutting costs for the charity.

Personal story:-

My name is Beth and I was diagnosed with Lupus in October 2015. Lupus has had a profound impact on my life, and not necessarily for the better.

If you don't know what Lupus is, don't worry, you're not alone! I'll summarise: Lupus is a chronic (long-term) disease that can cause inflammation and pain in any part of your body. It’s an autoimmune disease, which means that your immune system — the body system that usually fights infections — attacks healthy tissue instead. (for me, Lupus attacks my skin, joints and now my eyes)

I have Systemic Lupus Erythematosus - the most common form of Lupus.

Lupus is more common than people think it is, but the diagnosis time takes a lot longer due to lack of awareness or lack of funding into research. Not only that, but there is little support out there for people with Lupus or seeking diagnosis, but Lupus UK provide a lot of that support to the Lupus community.

Thank you for being here to cheer us on during the 12 hour stream, my community and I appreciate your donations and time.