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Scleroderma is an autoimmune disease. The body's immune system attacks the hosts body by over-producing collagen which causes fibrosis thoughout the body. It may be limited in nature or systemic. It occurs predominately in women ages 40-55, although it also afflicts men and children. For some, this is a chronic but often disabling disease; for others it is severely life-threatening. Exact figures are unknown but it is suspected that there may be up to 40,000 people in Canada suffering from this disease. It is considered a rare disease and is relatively unfamiliar to the general public, so raising funds to support research is a difficult challenge.
Who is the SSO? The Scleroderma Society of Ontario was founded in late 1985 with the help of The Arthritis Society.
The Scleroderma Society of Ontario programs are entirely run by a group of dedicated volunteers who are committed to promoting public awareness, advancing patient wellness and supporting research.
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