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Professional worth: For women with lupus, the challenge is therefore not only managing the illness. It is managing how the illness is interpreted by other people. Photos: Supplied
WOMEN S RIGHTS

Women should not have to perform wellness to be valued

South Africa celebrates women's strength, but for those with chronic illnesses like lupus, resilience can be a dangerous compliment. This article explores the hidden costs women…

  • Armand Bam
  • Joy Lulema
6 min read