The spirit of solidarity was palpable on 25 Could 2025 (Sunday) morning as greater than 500 members gathered at Laman Astaka, Taman Tasik Titiwangsa for Stroll-A-Payung 2025, a symbolic 3KM walkathon organised by Persatuan SLE Malaysia (PSLEM), in partnership with College of Medication & HCTM, UKM along with World Lupus Day.
Strolling beneath umbrellas – a visible metaphor for defense in opposition to solar publicity, a significant concern for lupus sufferers – members confirmed their assist for Malaysians residing with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).
Since its debut in 2007, Stroll-A-Payung has grow to be a flagship consciousness occasion for PSLEM, reflecting its long-standing dedication to empowering lupus warriors and advocating for his or her wants. It’s estimated that 43 out of 100,000 autoimmune circumstances are affected by SLE.
“Lupus has no remedy and might trigger debilitating signs reminiscent of joint ache, organ injury, and excessive fatigue,” stated Prof. Dr. Syahrul. “These challenges usually have an effect on not simply well being, but in addition job safety, monetary stability, and psychological wellbeing. Stroll-A-Payung is a technique we will create public consciousness and foster a way of neighborhood for these impacted by this illness.”
The occasion was officiated by Dato’ Dr Norsiah Binti Ali, Pengarah, Gred Jusa B (M), Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia, and Prof. Dr. Syahrul Sazliyana Binti Shaharir, President of PSLEM and Marketing consultant Rheumatologist at HCTM UKM. The morning started with an energising group Zumba session led by the Royal Health Squad from Universiti Malaya, adopted by a ceremonial flag-off that marked the beginning of the 3KM stroll.
The important thing spotlight of the occasion was the official launch of iLawan Lupus: A Affected person Dialogue E book on SLE, developed by AstraZeneca. The e-book captures actual affected person voices and narratives, providing an important platform for advocacy, empathy, and larger understanding of the lupus journey. This initiative serves as an important useful resource to bridge communication gaps between sufferers, caregivers, and healthcare suppliers.
All through the morning, attendees loved a variety of actions, together with family-friendly leisure, fortunate attracts, inventive contests, and meet-and-greets with the 501st Legion Malaysia Garrison.
