New Young Adult Support Group Launches

New Young Adult Support Group Launches

By the Autoimmune Hepatitis Association   Two amazing young adults with AIH have stepped up to form a Young Adult Support Group for patients between the ages of 18 and 40 and their loved ones. This new group will meet monthly on the last Sunday of each month at 8...
The Bubonic Plague and Autoimmune Diseases

The Bubonic Plague and Autoimmune Diseases

By Craig Lammert, M.D. AIHA Executive Director The bubonic plague often conjures images of flea bites and grotesque swollen lymph nodes. But when people think of the Black Death, should they also think of autoimmune diseases? As a race, humans have faced a number of...
Budesonide vs. Prednisone in AIH: Which Medicine Wins?

Budesonide vs. Prednisone in AIH: Which Medicine Wins?

The Autoimmune Hepatitis Association The treatment for autoimmune hepatitis (AIH) hasn’t changed much in the past 60 years; however, a newer steroid called budesonide has been increasingly used since it may have fewer steroid side effects compared to prednisone....
Supporter Spotlight: Carol Joyce

Supporter Spotlight: Carol Joyce

During our 2022 Year-End Fundraising Campaign, we’re sharing a series of Supporter Spotlights. We hope these stories of fellow autoimmune hepatitis (AIH) patients and families will encourage you to make a donation to the Autoimmune Hepatitis Association (AIHA)...