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With COVID-19 hitting the U.S. at peak flu season, it’s no wonder some confusion has ensued. 

How to Tell the Difference Between the Flu and the Coronavirus

Flu vs. Coronavirus

Flu or Coronavirus? Here's How to Tell the Difference

Diagnosing rheumatoid arthritis takes some detective work, especially because so many health problems cause similar symptoms. Our guide helps you spot the clues so you can get the treatment you need. 


9 Sneaky Conditions That Mimic RA

Conditions that Mimic RA 

9 Conditions That Mimic RA

Is discharge normal? What about soreness? Here’s what to look out for—and when to give your doctor a call. 

Nipple Issues: When to Worry, When to Wait

Common Nipple Issues

What's just as important as knowing what's not normal when it comes to breast health? Knowing what it is! 

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7 Signs of Healthy Breasts

There could be a number of things going on in your body and brain that make sex feel like a low priority item.

Too Tired for Sex?

Low Sex Drive

Genital herpes is quite common, but a great deal of stigma still exists surrounding the virus. Know the facts from the falsehoods.

10 Myths About Genital Herpes

Something sank its teeth into you? We'll help you figure out what type of insect, chigger, or spider might be to blame. 

What Is That?! How to ID 8 Common Bug Bites

Adopt these 10 heart-smart tips now to lower your risk for having a heart attack in the future.

10 Ways to Prevent a Heart Attack

Heart Attack Prevention

A diagnosis of acid reflux no longer means saying goodbye to all of your favorite fruits. These super foods are an important part of a healthy diet. Fruits are usually low in fat and rich in the sort of fiber that can protect against acid reflux.

Low-Acid Fruits for Acid Reflux

After 20 years of endless doctor's appointments, Alisha Bridges finally found relief for her psoriasis, and a new outlook on life.

Loving the Skin She's In

Psoriasis Bridging the Gap

“I am tough enough to get through anything in this life.”

My Story: Living With Psoriasis

Patient Stories

If you could give advice to your younger self, what would you say? Here's what real people say about their experiences.

Living With Psoriasis: Memo to Me

Ever leave a doctor's visit feeling unheard and unhappy? Follow these tips for scoring exactly what you need from your 15 minutes.

How to Get the Max Out of Your PsO Appointment

PsO Talk to Derms

How to Get the Max Out of Your PsO Appointment 

Skin Health

We've got 10 proven strategies that can help stretch the time between your psoriasis flares.

How Top Docs & Real Patients Keep Psoriasis in Check

Prevent Psoriasis Flares

Sometimes you and your dermatologist are not a match made in medical heaven. Find out when it's time to move on.

10 Clues That It’s Time for a New Derm

10 Clues That It’s Time to Switch Dermatologists

Set your out-of-office. Hide your to-do list. Here are stress-reducing vacation ideas that can help clear psoriasis flares. 

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Doctor’s Orders: Your Psoriasis Needs a Vacay

Arthritis & Joints

Do You Need a New Psoriasis Treatment Plan?

When you have facial psoriasis, it is critical to choose your products carefully and manage the condition in a smart way. Here are nine practical tips.

9 Ways to Manage Psoriasis on Your Face

Managing Psoriasis on Your Face

Tips for bedding, PJs, and more when you're dealing with this chronic skin condition.

How to Sleep Better With Psoriasis

PsO Sleep Tips

It’s so tempting to pick them off. Don’t do it. Instead, consider these derm-approved safe ways to smooth away psoriasis plaques head-to-toe.

How to Remove Psoriasis Plaques Like a Pro

Remove Psoriasis Plaques

Diets

A trendy weight-loss plan might lessen the minutes you spend every day dealing with skin inflammation, but some studies suggest it could make your condition worse.

Is This Diet a Waste of Time for Psoriasis?

Psoriasis Keto Diet

Is The Keto Diet a Waste of Time for Psoriasis?

Imagine not having to give up an hour a day to take care of your skin condition. How would you spend that time? 

10 Things You'd Rather Be Doing Than Dealing With Psoriasis

Ways to Spend Time With PsO

Dermatologists say these powerful treatments, stress busters, and diet tweaks clear-up psoriasis outbreaks in a flash.

10 Ways to Get Psoriasis Flare Relief—Faster!

Fast Psoriasis Relief

Food & Nutrition

A new study says foods commonly eaten in the U.S. may play a bigger role in the skin disease than previously thought. 

Psoriasis and Diet: What's the Link?

Psoriasis and Diet

These experts are working on new treatments for psoriasis that promise to bring us ever closer to a cure. 

Meet the Scientists on the Frontlines of Psoriasis Research

Psoriasis Experts

Phototherapy has many benefits for the skin disease, but traditionally, convenience has not been one of them. Newer, better DIY units you can use at home could change that.

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Could At-Home UVB Therapy Help Your Psoriasis?

UVB Therapy

A new, simplified method of grading psoriasis severity proves that when it comes to treating chronic skin conditions one size does not fit all.

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The New Psoriasis Guidelines That May Finally Get You the Treatment You Need

Psoriasis Severity

New Psoriasis Guidelines May Finally Get You the Right Treatment

The good, the bad, the not-so-sure-abouts...your dermatologist wants all the details on how you're feeling inside and out. 

Psoriasis Confidential: What Derms Love to Hear

Things Derms Love to Hear From Psoriasis Patients

9 Things Derms Love to Hear From Their Psoriasis Patients

From managing flares (and emotions) to finding the right treatments, these skin docs know what it’s like to live with psoriasis. 

'I'm a Dermatologist, and I Have Psoriasis'

Derm With Psoriasis

"I'm a Dermatologist, and I Have Psoriasis"

When psoriasis patches started appearing on Ben Tiberio’s face, he was launching his first major performance run as a professional musician. Instead of hiding in the shadows, he chose to stay in the spotlight, transforming his pain into fuel for creativity.

Playing His Way Through Psoriasis

Goodbye, guesswork. Here are the over-the-counter skin and scalp products that psoriasis warriors can confidently stock up on.

Aisle Do's: Drugstore Psoriasis Products That Derms Love

Psoriasis is no fun anytime, but it can be particularly difficult when it affects your hands. We've got tips to help you cope.

Best Advice for Hand Psoriasis

Help for Hand Psoriasis

Now you can see your dermatologist from your phone...in your pj’s...while making a cup of coffee.

The Step-by-Step Guide to Booking a Virtual Dermatologist Appointment

Booking a Virtual Dermatologist Appointment 

The Virtual Dermatologist Will See You Now

If you're still looking for proof of the mind-body connection, look no further than the link between psoriasis and anxiety. We've got advice on how to heal both.

Getting a Handle on Psoriasis and Anxiety

It’s about more than managing flares—these professionals can help you with everything from skincare to anxiety and depression.

Meet Your Psoriasis Dream Team

In a perfect world, the best diet would be to eat a little bit of everything. Unfortunately, when you’re dealing with a chronic condition such as psoriatic disease, you must be strict with your diet. Food is known to trigger your immune system, causi...

Foods to Avoid When Living with Psoriasis

Psoriasis can show up in some unexpected places. If you have genital psoriasis, try these home care tips for this difficult condition.

What You Need to Know About Genital Psoriasis

Many people living with psoriasis get caught in a cycle of stress. Some report that having high stress may worsen psoriasis symptoms or lead to flare-ups. In turn, living with psoriasis symptoms can increase stress, and the cycle continues. So it’s a...

7 Ways to Manage Stress with Psoriasis 

A psoriasis treatment can be a big decision, and committment. Before you start a new treatment, ask these 9 questions to make sure it's right for you.

9 Questions To Ask About Psoriasis Treatments

9 Questions You Must Ask When Considering Psoriasis Treatment Optionsl

Psoriasis treatments are far from one-size-fits-all. If yours isn’t working, one of these 3 mistakes might be the reason.

Why Isn't Your Treatment Working? Three Mistakes You May be Making

Psoriasis Treatment Mistakes

Dr. Carolyn Jacob is a dermotologist who knows personally what it's like living with psoriasis. Here's what she's learned about controlling her own condition.

I'm a Dermatologist With Psoriasis

What It's Like Being a Dermatologist With Psoriasis 

Did you know self care is one of the best ways you can keep depression, inflammation, resentment, and other psoriatic disease complications at bay?  

10 Reasons You Shouldn’t Feel Guilty Putting Yourself First

Life With Psoriasis: 10 Reasons You Shouldn't Feel Guilty Putting Yourself First

These advanced meds could be your key to clearer skin. Here's what to know before you start.

Thinking About a Biologic for Psoriasis?

Tattoos can be tempting, but they can also cause problems if you have psoriasis.

Are Tattoos Safe With Psoriasis?

Is Getting a Tattoo Safe When You Have Psoriasis?

Psoriatic nail disease can be painful and embarrasing. Here's what you should know about nail psoriasis and some helpful strategies for dealing with it.

Person clipping fingernails with nail clipper.

Have You Heard of Nail Psoriasis?

What You Need to Know About Nail Psoriasis

Over the years, I’ve identified what I need to do for my skin daily to help manage the disease. Here’s what my typical daily psoriasis routine looks like.

My Daily Routine to Manage Psoriasis

Stephanie Stephens highlights the research on how weather affects psoriasis, including humidity and sun exposure.  

How Dry Am I? How Weather Affects Your Psoriasis

Psoriasis and Weather

Biologics can make a big difference with psorisis, but they also pose some risks. Here's what you should know about biologic therapies before making a decision.

Biologic medication with an injection needle.

How Do Biologic Therapies Help Psoriasis?

How Can Biologics Help Psoriasis?

Sleep Disorders

Psoriasis is a chronic disease characterized by skin inflammation and an increased production of skin cells due to an overactive immune system. Although the body produces new skin cells much faster than normal, it does not shed them as quickly, resul...

The Link Between Psoriasis and Insomnia

Start taking your psoriasis seriously on World Psoriasis Day. Learn from the National Psoriasis Foundation what you need to do to to live your best life with psoriasis.

Doctor examining a young woman's plaque psoriasis.

World Psoriasis Day: Treat Psoriasis Seriously

Why You Should Treat Your Psoriasis Seriously: An Interview With the National Psoriasis Foundation

Being a National Psoriasis Foundation Ambassador helped this psoriatic disease patient expert take control of her condition and her life. Here's how she did it.

National Psoriasis Foundation Volunteer Conference

Why I Love Working With the NPF

3 Reasons I'm a National Psoriasis Foundation Ambassador and Why You Should Be, Too 

Health Care & Insurance

You could be going through step therapy — when insurance companies try less expensive treatments before offering the goods — and not even know it.

How to Navigate Step Therapy for Psoriasis

Insurance Sets Road Blocks for Psoriasis Healing

A strong doctor-patient bond can make the difference in getting clear skin with psoriasis. Here's how to make — and keep — the relationship humming.

Welcome to Team Psoriasis!

My Story: Living With Psoriasis

Loving the Skin She's In

Living With Psoriasis: Memo to Me