Psoriasis Uncovered

Join board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner Jayme Heim from West Michigan Dermatology Associates, Grandeville, MI, as she offers tips, her favorite products, and what medications help manage psoriasis plaques and itch on the scalp, skin, nails and everything in-between since psoriasis is about managing what's on the outside and inside. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, and UCB.

Trying to follow an anti-inflammatory diet? Not sure what to eat? Join us as we discuss what types or combinations of foods are best to eat and when, what to look for on food labels, how much sugar and fiber intake is appropriate, and more with registered dietitian and wellness coach, Brittany Link from Advice for Eating in Houston, TX. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, and UCB.

Hear the latest about step therapy from what it is to current legislative reform progress. Listen as Jason Harris, Vice President of Government Relations and Advocacy, discusses all aspects of step therapy with Sarah Buchanan, Director of Federal Government Relations and Health Policy, and Sam Cox, State Government Relations Manager. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb.

Can nutrition choices impact psoriasis and PsA? Hear the facts from dermatologist Dr. Ronald Prussick, Medical Director of the Washington Dermatology Center in Rockville, MD, as we explore anti-inflammatory diets, the glycemic index, sugar alcohols, caffeine intake, and other research around nutrition and the impact on severity of psoriatic disease. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen and UCB.

There are many ways to be physically active if you experience chronic pain. Hear Dr. Connor Hurley, Co-Director of Physical Therapy, Therapeutic Associates Bethany in Portland, OR, offer tips for starting an exercise program, types of low impact activities, cautions, and how to integrate activity into everyday life. This Psoriatic Arthritis Action Month episode is provided with support from AbbVie, Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, and UCB.

Hear the answer to this question and more about the synovio-entheseal complex in PsA, and how it can be a biomarker for more severe disease from rheumatologist Dr. Lihi Eder, Associate Professor of Medicine and the Canada Research Chair, Inflammatory Rheumatic Diseases Tier 2 at the Institute of Medical Science, University of Toronto. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from AbbVie, Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, and UCB.

Are topicals not enough to treat your psoriasis? Are you considering systemic treatments? Listen as Dr. Ahmad Shatil Amin, Medical Practice Director, Northwestern Medicine Dermatology Department in Chicago, discusses what oral and injectable systemic treatments are available, how they work, potential side effects, use in combination therapy, and more! This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen and UCB.

Join us as we discuss life with psoriatic disease and how those experiences shaped the lives of two amazing NPF volunteers, Melissa Leeolou and Max Green, who now pursue a career in medicine. Hear how they came to volunteer with the National Psoriasis Foundation and why they dedicate their lives to helping others through life's challenges. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, and UCB.

Life is not always rainbows and butterflies. Sometimes it's tough and having psoriasis or PsA can make it harder. You are not alone. Hear words of wisdom from One to One Program mentors Alan Simmons and Renee Joyce as they share experiences and tips on how to move past fears and every day stressors to enjoy life. Don't miss this amazing episode! This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen and UCB.

Hear what this means from long-standing NPF volunteer Dr. Meyer Horn, Medical Director, Dermatology and Aesthetics in Chicago and Julia Hamel, NPF Midwest Regional Development Manager as they share ideas from volunteers about new ways communities can take action, connect with each other, and support NPF's mission critical programs. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, and UCB.