Carrie Ann Inaba

For the women who were told it was "just stress.” For those with symptoms that were brushed off as menopause. For anyone who has ever left a doctor's appointment feeling dismissed. 💙​​

9 in 10 people with Sjögren's disease, the second most prevalent rheumatic autoimmune disease, are women—it's time we start talking about it.​​

This Women's Health Month, let's SJÖUT it all out 🗣️ because we become impossible to ignore when we Sjö Up together! Head to https://www.sjoutforsjogrens.com/?utm_source=facebook&utm_mlr=FA-11617092&utm_medium=paid-social&utm_campaign=facebook_unbranded_sj%C3%B6ut-for-sjogren%27s-cai-post-%232_may-2026&utm_content=ianalumab_sjogren%27s-disease-%28sjd%29_women%27s-health-month_opr_carrie-ann-inaba_learn-more&post_type=DSE&placement=Feed&objective=Traffic to learn more about the SJÖUT Strong community.​

SJÖUT for Sjögren’s
Sponsored by Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation. Intended for US audiences only.

I've always been someone who can't seem do what everyone else is doing. When my mind tries to go one way... my soul inevitably refuses. Meaning if everyone is going straight down the road, I either have to turn left or right, or stand back and watch, or even turn back to start again. It creates dissonance in my body. This refusal felt like failure at times... but ultimately it always led to something intriguing, and ultimately better for me.

This is why I lean towards experimentation, and the process more than the outcome. I lean towards reaching in directions that I don't see others doing because I know from seeing them do it, that it can be done. (And don't get me wrong, I celebrate that and am often in awe of it.) But there is no need for me to do it as well. There is however, a need for me to do me.

It sounds simple, but the discovery of self is a life long process.

Lately, I've been thinking about my social media presence. Like many of you, I have mixed emotions about it. And living with makes posting a life filled with adventure and red carpets difficult. My nature is like all of you. I want to connect and share. But my fear is that my real life will be judged as "sad" "dull" "boring". However the TRUTH is my life is anything but that.

I live in a small outward appearing world.

But my inner world is infinitely rich with depth, emotion, and endless curiosity.

I've decided it's time to use my pages the way I really want to, to share my private self. Not the "celebrity" ...not the "Carrie Ann Inaba" (said with a British accent), but the striped down human being beneath it all.

So here begins a new chapter.

Join me as I step into the unknown. 🤍🙏

April is Sjögren's Disease Awareness Month💙. I’ve been living with disease for over a decade and for a long time I stayed quiet and minimized my symptoms.

I’m done with that! This is my SJÖUT: I deserve to be heard, and so do you.

That’s why I’m partnering with Novartis to help the Sjögren’s community speak up, advocate for ourselves, and refuse to remain invisible. I can’t wait to share more with you. Stay tuned!

In the meantime, visit https://www.sjoutforsjogrens.com/?utm_source=facebook&utm_mlr=FA-11617074&utm_medium=paid-social&utm_campaign=facebook_unbranded_sj%C3%B6ut- to join the SJÖUT Strong community, explore resources, and find your voice.🫶

SJÖUT for Sjögren’s
Sponsored by Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation. Intended for US audiences only.

Getting to know each other... &Loki
New siblings.

Yesterday was quite a day.

I was on my way to NY for something I am very passionate about. But had a small "medical emergency" on the plane.
I very suddenly felt quite ill.
And while it seemed like food poisoning, I also suddenly broke out into a cold sweat, got dizzy and my arms went numb. Normally I handle most of my health things on my own. Like many people who live with autoimmune disease, I travel with a health tool kit and am prepared for the worst, but this scared me. And while I was locked in the restroom, we were also experiencing turbulence and the flight attendants had been asked to sit in their seats as well. I didn't want to have anyone else put themselves at risk... but when my arms went numb, it was time to ask for help.

I'm back! And I'm starting on a new project that I can't wait to share with you.

I've missed you all. I hope you are well! 🥰😘

When he came into my life, I was actually healing bruises from an abusive relationship. I had a concussion when I got the call that he needed me.

They said his name was Reb.

When I went to pick him up from the rescue he was wrapped in seven blankets in the carrier because he was so feral. And because he was so feral, and so afraid, they couldn't feed him. No one could get close enough to him. They said he hadn't eaten in too long and might not make it.

I was still in a state of shock, recovering from a concussion. But as soon as I saw the email, I got into my car and went to pick him up.

I was still in my pajamas.

When I got him home, I took him straight into my office, closed the door and opened the door to his carrier. He didn't come out for a long time. But that was the day our journey of healing began.
🤍🙏

Trust takes time.

But anything and everything is possible with love and patience. 🤍✨

Thank you so much Ricky! And representing my culture of Hawaii. 🙏🙏🙏🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼

Today, I’m taking my judging off the ballroom floor and instead collaborating with Sideline RSV to provide you with some 10/10 tips for proactive healthcare at age 50+. Drum roll for my favorite...talking to your doctor about risk as you age is essential. If you’re 50–74 with certain health conditions, or 75 and older, you could be at risk for severe RSV. But you can take proactive steps to help get ahead of RSV! Visit SidelineRSV.com for helpful resources and to get ready for a conversation with your doctor or pharmacist about RSV risks and vaccination.