Psoriasis Uncovered

For years, Maureen struggled with symptoms of plaque psoriasis while on the job as an attorney. Hear Maureen's story on learning to advocate for herself and pushing for change in her treatment routine. This episode is sponsored by Amgen. For Important Safety Information https://bit.ly/2CzZ6Ym and for Prescribing Information https://bit.ly/3hclnuA .

While acne and psoriasis are two of the most common skin conditions, having both can be challenging. Hear dermatologist and NPF Medical Board member, Dr. Lawrence Green, Aesthetics and Dermatology Center in Rockville, MD, offer tips to help differentiate the two from locations, triggers, hyperpigmentation, and treatments. Psound Bytes is supported by unrestricted educational grants from Amgen, AbbVie, Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen and Lilly.

Thinking of starting a family? Listen as dermatologist Dr. Jenny Murase from UCSF addresses considerations for family planning, pregnancy and psoriasis which includes fertility, genetic risk, flares, treatment choices, and why it's important to have a discussion with a dermatologist prior to becoming pregnant. Psound Bytes is supported by unrestricted educational grants from Amgen, Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, Novartis, Pfizer and UCB.

Treating scalp psoriasis can be problematic. Tirsa Quartullo, a doctoral prepared, board-certified family nurse practitioner with Arizona Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery in Phoenix, AZ, shares practical tips, over-the-counter products and cautions for care of scalp psoriasis. This Psound Bytes episode is supported by unrestricted educational grants from Amgen, Janssen and UCB.

Maintaining healthy skin and managing moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis go hand in hand. For those with psoriasis, it's more than just symptoms. Listen as Barry and Tommy discuss their journeys with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis and life with lasting skin clearance. Dr. Daniel Carrasco joins them to discuss a treatment option for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis. This podcast episode is sponsored by Sun Pharma. For important safety information: https://bit.ly/2We7fIS .

Could dietary supplements offer a new lighter option for alleviating psoriasis symptoms? Hear from SkinBioTherapeutics CEO Stuart Ashman and CSO Dr. Catherine O'Neill about the science behind leveraging the gut-skin axis to improve skin health through a targeted blend of bacteria and from Chris, one of the participants in their recent study about his experience with his psoriasis. This episode is sponsored by AxisBiotix.

Celebrate World Psoriasis Day with NPF Medical Board member rheumatologist Dr. Soumya Reddy, NYU Langone Health, and Lisa Albany, AAD's Director of State Advocacy to hear how NPF, AAD, GRAPPA and PPACMAN work to build unity around policy, education and research to improve care for people with psoriasis and PsA. This World Psoriasis Day activity is supported by unrestricted educational grants from Amgen, Bristol Myers Squibb, CeraVe, Janssen and Novartis.

Join us for a conversation about types of vaccines and what's appropriate for use with immunosuppressive therapy. Dr. Sandy Chat from Indiana University School of Medicine and Dr. Christoph Ellebrecht, Clinical Instructor, Dept. of Dermatology at University of Pennsylvania, discuss the flu, shingles and mRNA vaccines. Psound Bytes is supported by unrestricted educational grants from Amgen, Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, Novartis, Pfizer and UCB.

Bullying may not be what you assume it is. Hear renowned psychologist Dr. Catherine Sanderson, Department of Psychology, Amherst College, address bullying that impacts youth and adults from types of behaviors, the bystander effect, and what actions can defuse bullying and build allies for a more positive environment. Psound Bytes is supported by unrestricted educational grants from Amgen, Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, Novartis, Pfizer and UCB.

Listen to this exciting update about the biggest treatment developments for biologics, oral agents and topicals for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Leading dermatologist Dr. Andrew Blauvelt, President of Oregon Medical Research Center in Portland shares clinical results, pathways, and why he's excited about such developments! This activity is supported by unrestricted educational grants from Amgen, Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen and Novartis.