North Texas Woman Battles Lupus, Advocates for Awareness

Sheronda Blanton, a North Texas resident, is bravely sharing her journey with lupus to shed light on the autoimmune disease. Blanton was diagnosed in her early twenties and has since navigated a challenging path, experiencing severe body aches, hair loss, and blurred vision. Her condition has progressed to Stage 3 chronic kidney disease, highlighting the serious impact lupus can have.

This Saturday, Blanton will join the Walk to End Lupus at Klyde Warren Park in Dallas. The event aims to raise crucial awareness and vital funds for lupus research. According to the Lupus Foundation of America, 1.5 million people in the United States struggle with this condition, with 90% of those affected being women. The foundation emphasizes the importance of awareness for developing better treatments and support programs.