🎉 The 14th European Lupus Meeting #Lupus2024 will kick off in a few minutes!
🌟 As we shared this morning, Lupus Europe has played an important role in this meeting, with four of our members having the honour of serving on the International Scientific Committee.
This collaboration reflects the commitment to increased patient participation, showcasing Lupus Europe's significant involvement and covering a range of patient-exciting topics like lupus in men and the impact of economic factors on lupus.
✅ Highlighting today's Opening Session at 18:40 CET is Lucy Scarle's anticipated presentation, "Improving communication between lupus patients and physicians".
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Drawing from the collective effort and experiences of Lupus Europe's Patient Advisory Network, Youth Group, and Board, Lucy's talk aims to illuminate the nuances of patient-physician interactions, offering actionable insights to enrich these conversations.
🦋 The presentation promises to be an invaluable exploration of the lupus patient journey, from the complexities of receiving a diagnosis to navigating the ongoing challenges of living with lupus.
💁♀️ Lucy will delve into how a diagnosis can evoke a spectrum of emotions, the thirst for reliable information at every stage, and the critical importance of adherence to treatment regimens. She'll also touch on sensitive yet significant topics such as pregnancy, lifestyle choices, and the impact of lupus on mental health, underscoring the necessity of a holistic, empathetic approach to care.
🙌 Lucy's session is set to highlight the transformative power of effective communication in improving patient outcomes and fostering a more understanding, patient-centered healthcare environment.
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