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Psoriasis is not just a skin disease. It's about inflammation. Listen as dermatologist Dr. Chesahna Kindred at Kindred Hair and Skin Center, and moderator Michelle Zimmerman discuss related diseases that people with psoriasis are at risk of developing like uveitis, heart disease, IBD, PsA and more. Hear what screenings and actions you can take to control what you can. For our episode sponsors please check our web page at psoriasis.org/watch-and-listen/. 

Moderator Renee Joyce asks dermatologist Dr. James Song at Frontier Dermatology Partners for his response to questions from you, our listeners like: What triggers psoriasis and how to avoid it? Can diet help scalp psoriasis? How to treat psoriasis on the face, neck or in the mouth? What type of psoriasis makes you prone to PsA? What's Woronoff's ring? When should treatment be started? This episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb. 

Living with pustular psoriasis is tough. Hear the latest updates about heritable aspects of GPP, diagnosis, management tips, and treatment options such as the IL-36 inhibitor spesolimab, how it works and how effective it is from dermatologist Dr. Laura Ferris, Professor of Dermatology at the University of Pittsburgh and moderator Alan Simmons. This episode is provided with support from our Psoriasis Action Month sponsors. 

Join NPF moderator LB Herbert as NPF patient volunteers Sam Blonien and Jeff Brown get candid about their experience living with psoriasis (PsO) and psoriatic arthritis (PsA). Hear from Sam and Jeff, along with commentary from Dr. Andrea Murina, on the potential connection between PsO and PsA, the importance of finding the right doctor, and where to find helpful resources. This episode is sponsored by Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation. 

Is it possible your flare of psoriasis is due to products or medications you use? Learn what medications for high blood pressure, depression, anxiety, pain (NSAIDS), or infection can potentially flare psoriasis, and what paradoxical psoriasis is from Clinical Dermatology Pharmacist Lacey Glover, Pharm.D., University of Alabama Medicine, and moderator Kaitlin Walden, RN. This episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb. 

Hear results from the Light Treatment Effectiveness (LITE) Study comparing home vs office based phototherapy for psoriasis with renowned dermatologist Dr. Kristina Duffin, Chair, Dept. of Dermatology, University of Utah, as she discusses benefits, innovations, and barriers with Dr. Guy Eakin, NPF Chief Scientific & Medical Officer. The LITE Study is funded with support from PCORI (Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute) and the Daavlin Company. 

Over the past year NPF has gathered insights from the psoriatic disease community to develop a new 5 year strategic plan. Join Matt Werbach, NPF Associate Director of Media and Communications as he speaks with NPF President and CEO Leah Howard, and Board Member Rick Seiden about the plan, milestones towards a cure, and steps to help improve the health of those with psoriatic disease. This episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb. 

Being a couple has its challenges. When do you let someone know you have psoriasis? What do you do to be a great partner? Hear Licensed Professional Counselor Mary Maraventano Stried chat with Lori and Howard Chang, who has had psoriasis for 45 years, about key ingredients to navigating life together for 30 years from acceptance, open communication, frustrations, and burnout. This episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb. 

Curious about Take Action for Psoriatic Disease? Listen as volunteers Kendra, Frank and Elizabeth tell their story to Kristin Brooks, Associate Director of Field Development about why they participate and support NPF's efforts to educate, advocate, and connect with the psoriatic disease community. Hear tips on how they raise funds and create awareness to enhance the lives of those with psoriatic disease. It's a long-lasting love affair. 

Is your aching back due to axial involvement with PsA? Learn about the sacroiliac joint to the cervical spine from rheumatologist Dr. Atul Deodhar, Medical Director, Rheumatology Clinics at OHSU with Alan Simmons as moderator. Hear about key symptoms, treatment options which may differ from peripheral joints, research, and management challenges. This episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Amgen, Johnson & Johnson, and UCB.