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See Why She's Spreading the Word About Scleroderma-Associated ILD
In 2018, Queen Latifah lost her mother to scleroderma-associated interstitial lung disease (ILD). Continue reading to learn more about this disease and Queen Latifah's fight to raise awareness.
What is Scleroderma-Associated ILD?
Sometimes scleroderma causes scarring of the lungs, called scleroderma-associated ILD. This disease may make breathing difficult. Scleroderma-associated ILD can also be progressive, which means it worsens over time.
Queen Latifah's Fight to Raise Awareness of Scleroderma-Associated ILD
Queen Latifah is a dedicated hip-hop artist, actress, and producer. But now, she’s also dedicating herself to the fight against scleroderma-associated ILD after losing her mother, Rita, to the disease in 2018. Today, Queen Latifah and her cousin Tina are working hard to raise awareness about scleroderma-associated ILD to help others avoid the challenges Rita faced. Hear more about their experience in this video.
Find additional support and resources for scleroderma, including stories and advice from real people living with the disease.
