06/10/2026
June is Scleroderma Awareness Month, and this year’s call is simple: 🗣️
What is Scleroderma, you ask?
It’s a chronic autoimmune disease that causes the hardening and tightening of the skin, and sometimes it affects internal organs too. It looks different for everyone.
(In my case, it shows up as scarring on my left arm. Maybe you’ve noticed it, maybe you haven’t, but it’s there and so is the story behind it.)
For those living with this disease, for the families walking beside them, and for everyone still fighting today...I see you. Your courage, resilience, and hope deserve to be recognized not just this month, but every day.
One of the most meaningful things we can do for ourselves and for others affected by this disease is raise awareness. 👏
The more people who know the name, the more people can understand the reality behind it. Let’s join the movement through and encourage others to learn more, share resources, and support the incredible work being done by the Scleroderma Research Foundation.
If you’d like to share your Scleroderma story, make a donation, or even learn more about this disease, you can visit
Every conversation matters. Every voice helps. 🩵
Sue Mercado
📞 512-466-4745
📧 [email protected]
P.S. From the bottom of my heart, thank you to my family, friends, and clients who have shown me such incredible love and support throughout my own scleroderma journey.
On the days when things felt especially hard, your understanding, encouragement, and quiet presence did so much more for me than I could ever put into words.♥️