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More Information on Psoriasis

More Information on Psoriasis

If you’re ever looking for more information, talks or support there are two great foundations.The National Psoriasis Foundation has a wonderful mission working to find a cure for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis and to eliminate their devastating effects through...

Stressed Life = Stressed Skin

Stressed Life = Stressed Skin

“The eyes of Planet Style were, of course, all on the Versace catwalk at Milan Fashion Week last season. But as well as talking about the dresses, everyone was drawn to the bruise-like marks on model of the moment Cara Delevingne’s legs. Afterwards she tweeted: “Be...

The Truth About Style

The Truth About Style

Stacy London opens up about psoriasis, weight gain and style in her new book “The Truth About Style.” She gives plenty of style tips but also talks about her own self-esteem troubles, struggles her makeoverees have with confidence and style and how to build confidence...

A closer look at Coal Tar and Salicylic Acid

A closer look at Coal Tar and Salicylic Acid

Over-the-counter (OTC) Topicals: How do they work? Let’s take a deeper dive into OTC treatments and what they can do for you. OTC topicals are available in pharmacies, drugstores, supermarkets or directly from the manufacturer without a doctor’s prescription. They...

The Sunshine Effect

The Sunshine Effect

Sunlight, mainly UVB and UVA rays help treat psoriasis lesions and plaque. Available today is a common treatment called Phototherapy, which uses these rays to slow the rapid rate of cell growth and shedding. Sunlight also provides much needed Vitamin D. Vitamin D...

Psoriasis Patients at High Risk of Diabetes

Psoriasis Patients at High Risk of Diabetes

Patients with psoriasis are at high risk of new-onset diabetes mellitus, according to research presented at ESC Congress 2012. The findings were presented by Dr Ole Ahlehoff from Copenhagen University Hospital, Gentofte, Denmark and at the scientific session by Usman...