Lupus: The Unknown Disease

Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025

Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Location: Hope Partnership Education Center | 2601 N 11st St., Phila., PA

Presented by: Carol Riddick, Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy Foundation

Emcee: Cheyenne Corin, Fox29 News Journalist

Food Provided By: Metro Diner (Lupus-friendly menu)

Event DJ: DJ Ayo.Slide

Event Photographer: Dominique Nichole

Lupus: The Unknown Disease is a community-centered event focused on raising awareness, sharing lived experiences, and providing critical resources for individuals affected by lupus. Whether you are living with lupus, caring for someone who is, or want to learn more, this event offers support, education, and empowerment.

Vendor Exploration & Resources: Connect with local organizations, healthcare providers, and wellness vendors offering lupus-related services and products.

Keynote Address by Carol Riddick: A powerful and personal message on navigating life with lupus as a caregiver.

Panel Discussion – Living with Lupus: Moderated by Cheyenne Corin, featuring patients, caregivers, nurses, and doctors discussing real-life lupus journeys, medical dismissals, family dynamics, nutrition, and wellness.

Interactive Workshops – Thriving with Lupus: Learn practical tools for managing Medic*tion, improving diet and lifestyle, and understanding clinical trials.

Q&A Session: Ask questions and gain insights directly from panelists and medical professionals.

Topics Covered Include:

• Recognizing lupus symptoms, including atypical signs
• Coping with emotional and physical effects of treatment
• Navigating the healthcare system and advocating for care
• Holistic wellness: nutrition, exercise, and self-care
• Insurance access, clinical trials, and financial planning

Why Attend?

This event provides a safe, supportive environment to learn from experts, connect with others affected by lupus, and walk away with actionable knowledge and resources. Whether newly diagnosed, seeking better management strategies or seeking educational information, this day is designed to empower and uplift.

Host or Publisher Byrd Cancer Education & Advocacy Foundation