Lupus Relief: The Broadus Collection
- For Shante Broadus, May's Lupus Awareness Month is more than a date on the calendar.
- The family's response to Cori's diagnosis was immediate and supportive. Broadus, along with her husband, mother, and sister, provided round-the-clock care, managing Cori's pain with medication, warm compresses,...
- after Cori experienced hair loss due to lupus, wearing scarves became a regular part of her life.
Shante Broadus turns personal adversity into action: advocating for lupus awareness and supporting her daughter, Cori, through their journey. Inspired by Cori’s lupus diagnosis and the subsequent hair loss, Broadus launched The Broadus Collection, a line of vibrant, cozy headscarves designed to provide both style and solace to those battling the chronic autoimmune disease. This initiative, born from a family’s solidarity, highlights the importance of community and care during Lupus Awareness Month. the Broadus Collection emphasizes soft, breathable fabrics, ensuring comfort while raising awareness about the frequently enough-misunderstood challenges of living with lupus. News directory 3 recognizes this inspiring story of resilience and proactive patient care. Discover what’s next for the Broadus Collection and its mission to empower those affected.
Shante Broadus Shares Daughter’s Lupus journey, Inspires Scarf Collection
Updated May 27, 2025
For Shante Broadus, May’s Lupus Awareness Month is more than a date on the calendar. It’s a call to action fueled by her daughter Cori’s battle with lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease. Broadus, an entrepreneur and philanthropist, channeled her energy into understanding the disease and finding ways to ease her daughter’s pain.
The family’s response to Cori’s diagnosis was immediate and supportive. Broadus, along with her husband, mother, and sister, provided round-the-clock care, managing Cori’s pain with medication, warm compresses, and massages.The experience, while challenging, ultimately sparked an idea.
after Cori experienced hair loss due to lupus, wearing scarves became a regular part of her life. To show solidarity, the entire family, including her father and brothers, joined in, making scarves a staple in thier home. This inspired the creation of The Broadus Collection, a line of colorful headscarves designed to provide comfort and style for those battling lupus and promoting lupus awareness.
The Broadus Collection team brainstorms designs collectively, with Cori playing a key role.They prioritize soft, lightweight, and breathable materials to protect sensitive scalps. Cori’s involvement is especially meaningful during Lupus Awareness Month.
Shante Broadus said her daughter had lupus almost a month before her sixth birthday. She didn’t know what was happening, but knew something was wrong. She was losing weight, had a rash on her face and was always in pain.
Broadus advises parents of children with lupus to build a strong support system and not hesitate to ask for help. “Stay strong and keep your faith,” she urged.
What’s next
The Broadus Collection plans to expand its line and continue raising awareness about lupus and providing support to those affected by the disease.