Psoriasis Uncovered

Listen to a discussion with Dr. Abby Van Voorhees, Chair of Dermatology at Eastern Virginia Medical School and Chair of the National Psoriasis Foundation's Medical Board about recent COVID-19 survey results that ultimately helped shape the development of the NPF Medical Board's "COVID-19 Recommendations for Patients with Psoriatic Disease". Includes discussion of about the use or discontinuation of systemic or biologic treatments.

During these troubled and dark times, we could all use words of inspiration. Hear the uplifting story and words of wisdom from volunteer Howard Chang who has lived with psoriasis for over 40 years. Listen to his approach to treatment options, flares, how being involved makes a difference, and why his mantra is "Don't Give Up". Link to participate in Take Action Tuesday's April 21 Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2519911738275989/.

Through this special episode learn what the Coronavirus means for you and your psoriasis and/or psoriatic arthritis. Hear answers to your questions from dermatologist, Dr. Mark Lebwohl , the Waldman Professor and Chairman of the Kimberly and Eric J. Waldman Department of Dermatology, Icahn School of Medicine at Mt. Sinai Health System in New York, and Dr. Stacie Bell, Chief Scientific and Medical Officer at the National Psoriasis Foundation.

Could your oral microbiome be driving your psoriasis severity or be a factor in development of the disease? Hear the latest research from dermatologists Dr. Benjamin Kaffenberger and Dr. Jessica Kaffenberger along with periodontist Dr. Purnima Kumar from Ohio State University, Wexner Medical Center. Includes a discussion about psoriasis in the mouth.

Curious about the impact of diet or supplements on your psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis? Hear the evidence and current research behind dietary recommendations for adults with psoriatic disease from renowned dermatologist, Dr. April Armstrong, Director of the Psoriasis Program, Department of Dermatology at Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California.

'The risk is real but..." says Dr. Nehal Mehta, cardiologist and Chief of the Section of Inflammation and Cardiometabolic Diseases at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD. Hear Dr. Mehta discuss risks associated with cardiovascular disease, the metabolic arena, treatments and what can be done to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease with psoriatic disease. All new information! This guidelines activity is supported by grant funding from Bausch Health Foundation, Celgene and Novartis.

Does your scalp itch and flake? Is it red and have plaques? Don't traumatize your scalp further with aggressive plaque removal. Find the right treatment for you. Hear Dr. Jerry Bagel from the Psoriasis Treatment Center of Central New Jersey at Windsor Dermatology, discuss this and treatment options used to clear scalp psoriasis. This activity is supported by grant funding from AbbVie, Inc. and Lilly.

"Psoriasis had an impact on me because of my work" says Cyndi Lauper, award-winning singer, songwriter, actress and activist. Hear Cyndi Lauper's story about the challenges she faced at work due to her psoriasis, how she found a way to overcome her symptoms, and why she's speaking out on behalf of the PsO at Work campaign. For more information visit psoatwork.com. To share your story use #PSOatWork on your social media.

Hear how lifestyle choices and changes (i.e. Omega 6 vs 3, glycemic index, gluten and more) can impact or reduce the inflammatory response associated with psoriasis and related health conditions from Dr. Ronald Prussick, Medical Director at Washington Dermatology Center in Rockville, MD in this fascinating anniversary episode you don't want to miss! This guidelines activity is supported by grant funding from Bausch Health Foundation, Celgene and Novartis.

Share in Dr. Lara Wine Lee's excitement as she presents an overview of the AAD NPF Management and Treatment of Pediatric Psoriasis Guidelines - the first of its kind. From the link to strep infection to treatment options, Dr. Wine Lee, Director of Pediatric Dermatology at the Medical University of South Carolina, shares just how bright the future is for youth with psoriasis. This activity is supported by grant funding from Bausch Health Foundation, Celgene and Novartis.