Dylan Aristy Mota, a 12-year-old with lupus, enjoyed a traditional sleepaway camp experience, thanks to a unique program that brought doctors from Childrens Hospital at Montefiore to Frost Valley YMCA. This initiative allowed children with autoimmune diseases to participate in activities like a high-ropes course, despite their strict medication schedules and parental concerns. Dr. Natalia Vasquez-Canizares, a pediatric rheumatologist, discusses the challenges of autoimmune diseases in children, such as lupus, myositis, and certain forms of arthritis. New research, including a CAR-T therapy clinical trial at Seattle Childrens Hospital, offers hope for these young patients. These efforts aim to provide a sense of normalcy for children like Dylan, allowing them to experience childhood joys while managing their health.

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