Increase in auto immune conditions in India

There is an increase in diagnosis of auto immune conditions in India - 

Rheumatoid arthritis, Ankylosing spondylitis, Lupus, Thyroiditis (Hashimoto’s disease), Inflammatory bowel disease

http://www.telegraphindia.com/1160131/jsp/7days/story_66685.jsp

If you know of people who are affected, please get them to join this support group here