Although this auto-immune disease has been around since the 13th century, Lupus is not very well acknowledged and understood in Fiji. A universal fact about Lupus is that it is prevalent in people of colour and/or people of Asian descent. This is literally us here in Fiji and the pacific region. The “high risk” group for Lupus are Women of child-bearing age from 13 – 47 years old. Here are some information of how you can recognise Lupus, and maybe encourage you to go further and have you or your loved ones tested, and whereby you can make informed decisions about your body and your health, going forward.
For more information, contact the Lupus Foundation of Fiji on 869 4112 or check out our FB page – Lupus Foundation of Fiji