by Zach Miller
Quick Summary
The Lupus Foundation of America (LFA) is partnering with libraries to inform the public about lupus. Currently, 13 libraries from five states are participating.
Text courtesy of Eric Johnson, Public Health Consultant, Lupus Foundation of America.
The Lupus Foundation of America (LFA) is partnering with public libraries through its Health Corners Project, part of the CDC-funded Partners United for Lupus Sustainable Education (PULSE) initiative. This project brings accessible, engaging educational materials about lupus into librariesā€”trusted community spaces where people can learn about important health topics at their own pace.
Currently, 13 library sites across five states are piloting these Health Corners displays. Weā€™re working closely with each site to refine the materials and ensure they meet the needs of their local communities.
We are now recruiting libraries for a second cohort to launch in late summer or early fall, with a focus on regions facing health care access challenges. Display options are adaptable based on your available space and the number of patrons you serveā€”we aim to make participation as flexible and easy as possible.
If your library is interested in serving as a host site, please email Eric Johnson at johnson@lupus.org.