After qualifying for the Olympic trials twice, Racquel’s diagnosis of systemic lupus erythematosus in 2004 presented challenges that got in the way of her athletic lifestyle. Wanting no one else to feel alone in their journey, Racquel founded Lupus in Color, an advocacy group dedicated to supporting people living with lupus. Join Racquel as she describes recognizing symptoms, feeling lost and scared at diagnosis, working with her doctor to care for her lupus, and becoming an advocate for herself and others living with lupus. Among the highlights in this episode: Contact Our Host Adam Kegley, Associate Director, Global Partnerships at GHLF: [email protected]   A podcast series produced by Ben Blanc, Associate Director, Digital Production and Engagement at GHLF. We want to hear what you think. Send your comments or questions to [email protected] Remission Possible is a podcast series produced by the non-profit Global Healthy Living Foundation and its arthritis patient community CreakyJoints. This episode was made possible with support from AstraZeneca. Learn more at ghlf.org/remission-possible/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.