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Psoriasis is a chronic, lifelong condition, but most people cycle through periods of flare-ups when symptoms get much worse, and periods of remission when their symptoms are greatly improved or...

I should start this story by relaying that I’m a woman. It’s fairly common for men to shave their heads, but women tend to be more attached to their locks...

When the weather begins to get colder this typically marks the beginning of the cold and flu season. You've probably heard those sneezes and coughs around you recently and are...

Our family has always been very involved with volunteering for the National Psoriasis Foundation and the Arthritis Foundation. Not all of our volunteer work revolves around fundraising, but often these...

When it comes to managing psoriasis, we’re always keen to know what’s working for others. That’s why we’re keeping track of products and treatments recommended by you! In our last...

I have seen people over the years with tattoos that have psoriasis. I think they are very nice and a way to show self-expression. Tattoos can tell a story or...

Psoriasis is a frequently misunderstood condition that can cause stress and social anxiety. The social and emotional impact of psoriasis can be overwhelming to talk about. Those living with psoriasis...

Giving can seem like a one way street. We let go of something that belongs to us - often my money or clothing or food - so that someone in...

You probably know Cyndi Lauper as an award-winning singer, songwriter, and pop culture icon with a career that has spanned more than 30 years. From her songs “Girls Just Want...

If you have psoriasis, chances are you’ve been to see one (or several!) dermatologists, medical professionals specializing in skin disorders. It occurred to me the other day that my dermatologists...

A few months back an advocate asked my advice on how to avoid online trolls. Due to the nature of the internet, you may never rid yourself completely of these...

I have had psoriasis for over fifty years and psoriatic arthritis for 25 years. I was diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis ten years ago. I have always had psoriasis that has...

We wanted to learn more about how the psoriasis community feels about clinical trials, so we took a look at the results of our 2017 Plaque Psoriasis In America Survey...

Psoriasis is weird, huh? It reminds me of a bratty teenager that is happy one moment and angry the next. There doesn’t seem to be any rhyme or reason to...

Stay away! You’re contagious. You’re ugly. You’re dirty. If you have psoriasis, you probably heard some of these nasty comments shot in your direction. This past World Psoriasis Day, my...

I recently switched jobs. I could not be happier. Better hours, pay, and duties that are more satisfying. The big change is that I went from a sedentary job to...

I have been taking fish oil pills for over 20 years. I started taking it because I had high cholesterol, borderline diabetes, and high blood pressure. Ten years ago I...

Check out these list of words and phrases I could live without when it comes to psoriasis. I understand that some of the terms mentioned below are necessary depending on...

The skin is the largest organ in our body and it has many important functions, one of the most important roles it plays is providing a protective barrier between the...

The weather is changing, leaves are falling and it is that time of year again- open enrollment in the United States! Whether you have private or public health insurance coverage...