Wellness. Support. Awareness.
Committed to enriching the lives of those living with scleroderma
in Atlantic Canada
Support
Providing financial, emotional, motivational, educational, and social support to those living with scleroderma and their caregivers in Atlantic Canada.
Awareness
Spreading awareness and educating the public about scleroderma, a rare autoimmune disease, which has no known cause and no known cure.
Advocacy
Engaging with medical professionals, government, and media to advocate for those living with scleroderma in Atlantic Canada.
Education
Providing education for patients, caregivers, health care professionals, and health care students to increase understanding and awareness of scleroderma.
Research
What is scleroderma?
Scleroderma is a rare, progressive, and chronic autoimmune connective tissue disorder that causes excess collagen accumulation. “Sclero” means “hard” and “derma” means “skin”. But hardening skin is just one of many difficult symptoms that those living with scleroderma can experience.
- Quick Links
- Scleroderma Handbook
- About Scleroderma
- Resources
Upcoming Events
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Register NOW for the 2024 Bi-Annual National Scleroderma Conference taking place in St. John’s NL from Aug 29 – Aug 31, 2024, to receive the lowest rate and a chance to win:
– One-night free hotel room
– Two free Registrations
– One-night free hotel room free hotel room
– $50 Tim Hortons gift card
Thanks to our generous sponsors, conference registration has been reduced to $150 from $600. Take advantage of our Early Early Bird pricing and pay only $75! You won’t see the price this low again. https://www.sclerodermaconference.ca
Nov 24 | 11 am AST
Zoom Meetups are a great opportunity for those living with scleroderma to check in with each other, ask questions, and share experiences. Send us an email if you’d like to join us!
Get ready to navigate the busy holiday season like a pro! Our panel of experts is gathering to share valuable tips and tricks that will help you make the most of the upcoming festive season.
Date: Dec 2, 2023
Time: 10:30am – 3:30pm
Location: Holiday Inn Express, Moncton, NB
Cost: FREE!
Register HERE
