Autoimmune

“Arthritis” is an informal way of referring to joint pain or joint disease—there are more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions. 

Arthritis Foundation

An introductory resource to arthritis.

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Eosinophilic esophagitis (sometimes abbreviated EoE) is a chronic, allergic inflammatory disease of the esophagus (the tube connecting the mouth to the stomach). It occurs when a type of white blood cell, the eosinophil, accumulates in the esophagus. The elevated number of eosinophils cause injury and inflammation to the esophagus. 

American Partnership for Eosinophilic Disorders 

Informational and patient community resources for eosinophilic esophagitis  

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American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology 

Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) information page  

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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) attacks the body’s immune system. Left untreated, HIV can lead to Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) which badly damages the immune system and makes patients vulnerable to other infections. 

HIV.gov 

An introductory resource to HIV/AIDS. 

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Mayo Clinic 

Thorough information about HIV/AIDS by a well-known organization in the medical community. 

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 

Provides a concise and scientific overview of the HIV/AIDS basics. 

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Living with HIV/AIDS 

U.S. Department of Veterans 

 An HIV/AIDS resource about living with HIV/AIDS for veterans and the public.

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AIDS.gov 

Covers many areas of daily living and health related to HIV/AIDS.

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AIDS.gov 

A resource for caregivers helping to support someone living with HIV.

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Community resources 

Health Resources & Services Administration HRSA 

A comprehensive list of state HIV/AIDS Hotlines.

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AIDSinfo 

Health information specialists are available by phone, email and mail to answer questions about HIV clinical trials and treatment. 

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Treatment options 

AIDS.gov 

 An overview of treatment options including all the different HIV drug classes.

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Current research 

AIDS.gov 

A comprehensive list of federal agencies involved in HIV/AIDS research. 

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Idiopathic inflammatory myopathy refers to a group of conditions that affect the skeletal muscles—the muscles in the body used for movement. 

Genetic and Rare Diseases Information Center 

An overview of idiopathic inflammatory myopathy symptoms, treatments, resources and support.  

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Lupus is a chronic disease that can cause inflammation and pain in any part of the body.  

Lupus Foundation of America 

The Lupus Foundation of America works to improve the quality of life for all people affected by lupus through programs of research, education, support and advocacy. 

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Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) refers to two conditions—Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis—that affect the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and are characterized by chronic inflammation. 

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 

A brief overview of inflammatory bowel disease and the differences between Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. 

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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a nervous system disease that affects the brain and spinal cord.

Multiple Sclerosis Foundation (MS Focus)  

Offers free programs and access to grants that can help address the needs of those with MS and their families. 

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National MS Society 

Offers information on all things MS and provides platforms that can help you connect with the MS community. 

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MedLine Plus 

An overview of MS with a helpful list of resources.  

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Can Do MS 

Delivers free health and wellness education programs on exercise, nutrition, symptom management and motivation to help families living with MS thrive. 

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Multiple Sclerosis Association of America 

Provides a free helpline with trained specialists, safety and mobility equipment, funding for magnetic resonance imaging scans (MRIs), educational tools to navigate MS, and other vital resources. 

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Psoriasis is an immune-mediated disease with an unclear cause characterized by inflammation. Visible signs of the inflammation may include raised plaques on the skin. 

International Alliance of Dermatology Patient Organizations (IADPO) 

The International Alliance of Dermatology Patient Organizations (IADPO)—also known as GlobalSkin—is a unique global alliance, committed to improving the lives of patients worldwide. 

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International Federation of Psoriasis Associations 

The International Federation of Psoriasis Associations (IFPA) is a non-profit organization uniting national and regional psoriasis associations from around the world. 

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EURO PSO 

Europso is the strong-voiced ambassador and negotiator for psoriasis patient associations in Europe. 

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National Psoriasis Foundation 

The National Psoriasis Foundation provides you with the help you need while promoting research to find a cure. 

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Sjögren's syndrome is a systemic autoimmune disease that affects the entire body. 

Sjögren's Foundation 

The Sjögren’s Foundation is proud to be the first and only national non-profit health organization leading the charge to conquer Sjögren’s. 

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American College of Rheumatology 

We are a professional membership organization committed to improving the care of patients with rheumatic disease and advancing the rheumatology subspecialty. Founded in 1934, we are a not-for-profit, global medical society that serves over 8,400 physicians, health professionals, and scientists worldwide. 

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