Expert-informed articles on autoimmune care, offering practical guidance for navigating healthcare systems and supporting those living with chronic illness.
Navigating the healthcare system can be challenging for almost everyone. Finding the right providers, getting timely appointments, and accessing appropriate treatments often feel overwhelming. For people living with autoimmune and other chronic conditions, these challenges can be even greater.
05 February 2026Autoimmune disorders impact millions of Americans, with over 80 currently known disorders. Informal caregivers play an essential role in supporting many adults living with these disorders. If you’re helping a loved one manage their health, your role is vital—and as the number of autoimmune diagnoses grows, understanding what you do and how to support you […]
06 August 2025Even as the world moves on from the pandemic, immunocompromised individuals continue to face heightened health risks. With fewer people wearing masks, navigating daily life safely can be challenging. This guide explores the science behind immune function, the impact of mask-wearing, legal protections, and practical strategies for advocating for personal health. Whether seeking protection in healthcare settings, workplaces, or social interactions, immunocompromised individuals can find support and solutions to maintain both physical and mental well-being in an increasingly unmasked world.
04 March 2025With insights on how to best navigate health insurance from two experts in the field, GAI delves into the complicated process of dealing with health insurance with an autoimmune disease.
23 October 2024Diagnosing autoimmune diseases is often a complex and challenging process because autoimmune diseases vary widely. Identifying patterns and clusters of symptoms can help, but autoimmunity often relates to many factors including stress, deficiencies, toxic exposures, gut and immune dysfunction. As such, autoimmunity has a tendency to go undiagnosed — or misdiagnosed. Here, the Global Autoimmune Institute speaks with Dr. Francisco Contreras, Johannah Ruddy, M.Ed, and Dr. Henri Roca about the process of diagnosing autoimmune disease.
29 April 2024Unlock the mystery of autoimmune diagnosis with insights from medical experts. Learn about diverse timelines, proactive patient advocacy, and holistic approaches to unraveling the mysteries of chronic conditions.
21 March 2024For patients with autoimmune disease, management means understanding a wide range of symptoms, unpredictable disease courses, and any impacts on quality of life. But how can patients better communicate with their providers? The Global Autoimmune Institute expounds on key tips elucidated by Johannah Ruddy, M.Ed., a doctoral candidate at Campbell University and co-author of Gut […]
10 January 2024While having guidance and support from your doctor is essential, taking control of your own health is important for planning and making informed decisions about your autoimmune disease. Being on board with the terms used to describe autoimmunity and specific diseases during your doctor’s appointments can help you receive the care you need as you […]
12 December 2023How to find the right doctor to treat your specific autoimmune condition and how insurance factors in Finding a specialist to treat your autoimmune symptoms can be crucial to receiving an accurate diagnosis and developing a comprehensive treatment plan. How can you find the right doctor to treat your autoimmune disease (AD), and how does […]
24 February 2023When it comes to holistic medicine and approaches to health, confusion abounds. The word “holistic” is scattered across the internet, business storefronts, and packaging, but similar to the terms “natural” or “grass-fed,” its true meaning still eludes us. Consider this your guide to understanding the differences and cutting through the confusion between the modern Western […]
28 January 2021
