Survey: Understanding the Impact of Environment on Autoimmune Disease
Autoimmune diseases are on the rise, and the link between extreme weather events and autoimmune flares or disease onset is underexplored. Your input can help researchers understand how climate change is impacting health outcomes for people with autoimmune diseases, addressing a major knowledge gap.
The survey data will guide the development of strategies to make healthcare systems more resilient to extreme weather events, improving access to care and treatment for people with autoimmune conditions during crises. Additionally, the insights gained from this research will help inform policies aimed at protecting vulnerable populations from the health impacts of climate change, empowering communities with autoimmune diseases to advocate for necessary environmental and healthcare reforms.
The survey takes into account the unique experiences of individuals, helping to personalize the understanding of how climate events affect specific diseases like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and more. This could lead to targeted research and interventions.
Take the Survey
By participating in the survey, available in both English and Spanish, you contribute to pioneering research that could lead to better care, new treatment approaches, and stronger advocacy efforts for people with autoimmune diseases in the face of climate challenges.
More Information
If you have questions or concerns, please contact Iazsmin Bauer Ventura, MD, MSc, at [email protected].
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