Living

It’s almost that time of year—birds are chirping, flowers are budding and people all around the country are going mad cleaning ceiling to floor. My wife is one of those...

In this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical health conditions. Phrases in quotes are the words of our community members across various conditions on what it’s...

So why is talking about related health conditions or comorbidities, as they are called, a concern for those of us dealing with psoriasis? If you do not know the term...

For as long as I can remember I have wanted to be a Mommy. This title for me came in far ahead of Dr, or Professor in this and that...

I have been asked this question more times than I can remember. What is psoriasis? My best answer is that psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that affects the skin and...

Now, who does not like a clean house, firstly the clean smell is wonderful. Secondly, it is a good plan to keep things clean and hygienic within reason. Do you...

About a week ago I was at IKEA with my wife and kids, and I realized something about myself. I have gotten to the point in my psoriasis journey where...

Last week I was given some incredible news. My husband and I are going to be grandparents again. We have a grandson who is five by my oldest son. This...

The year was the summer of 1974. I have never spoken a word of this to anyone in forty-five years. I didn’t have close friends, boyfriends or anyone I could...

I have had psoriasis for over 50 years and I’m still learning that you are never too old to learn. Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition caused by inflammation and...

There’s nothing worse than waking up to find a fresh outbreak of psoriasis on your body or in your scalp. But, there are additional challenges when this happens on your...

I was interviewed on BBC radio last week and very naively found myself gawking in surprise to be asked ‘What is psoriasis?’ which is ridiculous on my part - they...

How does your mental health relate to your physical health? As if psoriasis wasn’t difficult enough to manage, most people also have to cope with the emotional toll of a...

I don’t usually watch the news because...well...scary...but I happened upon some news on Earth Day this year. One thing they mentioned is that the average person generates roughly 4.5 pounds...

I have had psoriasis since the beginning of time. I remember even 50 years ago people telling me that what I eat was causing my psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis to...

Having psoriasis for sixteen years I have learned not to worry so much about the stares and the silent talks people have between themselves when they see my skin. I...

I am a rare breed, I love going to gym. You will not easily find me complaining about needing to go. I enjoy a good work out. The alone time...

BADBIR sounds like something you want to send back on a Saturday night, but instead its another acronym. This one though- is worth knowing about. BADBIR stands for the British...

Back in 2012 I shaved my head and it was the first (and only) time since my diagnosis in elementary school that I was free of scalp psoriasis! Eventually, I...

Going on holiday with psoriasis can throw up many unknowns. To start, you need to consider whether going on a vacation is actually the best thing for you and your...