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Budget and the Bees
Latrice Perez

Autoimmune Awareness Month: Why 80 Percent of Chronic Inflammation Cases Affect Women

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You wake up with stiff joints, a foggy brain, and a level of exhaustion that sleep simply cannot fix. You visit your doctor only to be told your labs are normal or that you are just stressed. It is an incredibly frustrating cycle that millions of women face every year.

We are currently in Autoimmune Awareness Month, a time to shed light on a system that often ignores the unique biological markers of female health. Surprisingly, 80 percent of autoimmune diseases occur in women, yet the medical system often struggles to provide a timely diagnosis. Today, we reveal why chronic inflammation hits women harder and how you can advocate for the care you deserve.

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