Specific Diseases
A chronic inflammatory disorder affecting many joints, including those in the hands and feet.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
According to the AARDA, how many autoimmune diseases are there?
Over 100
What is Depression?
A mental health disorder characterized by persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life
What is the powerhouse of the cell?
Mitochondria
An inflammatory disease caused when the immune system attacks its own tissues.
Lupus
What percentage of Americans living with autoimmune diseases are women?
75%
Name 2 types of anxiety
social anxiety
panic disorder
separation anxiety
specific phobias
The Office
What is the best show ever?
An inflammatory disorder causing muscle pain and stiffness around the shoulders and hips.
a- Alopecia areata
b- Multiple Sclerosis
c- Polymyalgia rheumatica
d- Ankylosing spondylitis
c- Polymyalgia rheumatica
What is the annual cost of Autoimmune diseases, in total?
$100 Billion
At what age is Bipolar Disorder usually diagnosed?
15-24
How many justices serve on the SCOTUS?
9
A disease that causes an overgrowth of the body's lymph nodes. The most common form typically affects a single lymph node in the chest or abdomen.
a- lymphoma
b- Castleman's Disease
c- Bechet's Disease
d- Narcolepsy
b- Castleman's Disease
On average, how long does it take before a correct diagnosis?
4.6 years
What percentage of depressed teens receive treatment for depression?
a- 20%
b- 25%
c- 30%
d- 37%
c- 30%
Who is the President of Mexico?
Enrique Pena Nieto
A condition in which some areas of the body feel numb and cool in certain circumstances.
a- Raynaud's Phenomenon
b- Psoriasis
c- Fibromalygia
d- Crohn's Disease
a- Raynaud's Phenomenon
According to the AARDA, how many Americans are living with an autoimmune disease?
According to the National Institute of Health, how many Americans are living with an autoimmune disease?
50 million
23.5 million
Name 5 possible ways to battle mental illnesses
taking medication
proper diet
yoga
socializing more
self-love / self-appreciation
No Fruit!
What is Christy's ONE job?