Ep. 209 "A Team Approach to Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis"
Release Date: 11/14/2023
Ep. 235 "Is It Plaque Psoriasis? Recognizing and Managing the Disease in Skin of Color" a Johnson & Johnson-sponsored episode
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Patient advocate Alisha Bridges and dermatologist Dr. Mona Shahriari discuss a study dedicated to people of all skin tones who have moderate to severe plaque psoriasis. Dr. Shahriari also shares her experience guiding people with skin of color as they navigate their psoriasis journey. This episode is sponsored by Johnson & Johnson. Please see and for the product mentioned in the podcast.
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Ep. 234 "Psoriasis: It's More Than Skin Deep"
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Psoriasis is not just a skin disease. It's about inflammation. Listen as dermatologist Dr. Chesahna Kindred at Kindred Hair and Skin Center, and moderator Michelle Zimmerman discuss related diseases that people with psoriasis are at risk of developing like uveitis, heart disease, IBD, PsA and more. Hear what screenings and actions you can take to control what you can. For our episode sponsors please check our web page at psoriasis.org/watch-and-listen/.
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Ep 233 "Q&A About Plaque Psoriasis"
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Moderator Renee Joyce asks dermatologist Dr. James Song at Frontier Dermatology Partners for his response to questions from you, our listeners like: What triggers psoriasis and how to avoid it? Can diet help scalp psoriasis? How to treat psoriasis on the face, neck or in the mouth? What type of psoriasis makes you prone to PsA? What's Woronoff's ring? When should treatment be started? This episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb.
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Ep. 232 "Living with Generalized or Palmoplantar Pustular Psoriasis?"
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Living with pustular psoriasis is tough. Hear the latest updates about heritable aspects of GPP, diagnosis, management tips, and treatment options such as the IL-36 inhibitor spesolimab, how it works and how effective it is from dermatologist Dr. Laura Ferris, Professor of Dermatology at the University of Pittsburgh and moderator Alan Simmons. This episode is provided with support from our Psoriasis Action Month sponsors.
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Ep. 231 "The 'PSConnection': Understanding the Potential Link Between Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis" A Novartis-sponsored episode
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Join NPF moderator LB Herbert as NPF patient volunteers Sam Blonien and Jeff Brown get candid about their experience living with psoriasis (PsO) and psoriatic arthritis (PsA). Hear from Sam and Jeff, along with commentary from Dr. Andrea Murina, on the potential connection between PsO and PsA, the importance of finding the right doctor, and where to find helpful resources. This episode is sponsored by Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation.
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Ep 230 "Is My Psoriasis Flare Due to Medications I'm Taking?"
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Is it possible your flare of psoriasis is due to products or medications you use? Learn what medications for high blood pressure, depression, anxiety, pain (NSAIDS), or infection can potentially flare psoriasis, and what paradoxical psoriasis is from Clinical Dermatology Pharmacist Lacey Glover, Pharm.D., University of Alabama Medicine, and moderator Kaitlin Walden, RN. This episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb.
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Ep 229 "Shining New Light on Phototherapy for Psoriasis: Results of the Light Treatment Effectiveness Study"
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Hear results from the Light Treatment Effectiveness (LITE) Study comparing home vs office based phototherapy for psoriasis with renowned dermatologist Dr. Kristina Duffin, Chair, Dept. of Dermatology, University of Utah, as she discusses benefits, innovations, and barriers with Dr. Guy Eakin, NPF Chief Scientific & Medical Officer. The LITE Study is funded with support from PCORI (Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute) and the Daavlin Company.
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Ep. 228 "A Future Free From Psoriatic Disease: The New NPF Strategic Plan"
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Over the past year NPF has gathered insights from the psoriatic disease community to develop a new 5 year strategic plan. Join Matt Werbach, NPF Associate Director of Media and Communications as he speaks with NPF President and CEO Leah Howard, and Board Member Rick Seiden about the plan, milestones towards a cure, and steps to help improve the health of those with psoriatic disease. This episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb.
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Ep 227 "Our Tips for Managing Psoriasis and Life Together"
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Being a couple has its challenges. When do you let someone know you have psoriasis? What do you do to be a great partner? Hear Licensed Professional Counselor Mary Maraventano Stried chat with Lori and Howard Chang, who has had psoriasis for 45 years, about key ingredients to navigating life together for 30 years from acceptance, open communication, frustrations, and burnout. This episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb.
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Ep 226 "Take Action to Make a Difference for People with Psoriatic Disease"
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Curious about Take Action for Psoriatic Disease? Listen as volunteers Kendra, Frank and Elizabeth tell their story to Kristin Brooks, Associate Director of Field Development about why they participate and support NPF's efforts to educate, advocate, and connect with the psoriatic disease community. Hear tips on how they raise funds and create awareness to enhance the lives of those with psoriatic disease. It's a long-lasting love affair.
info_outlineHear how dermatologist Dr. Ahmad Shatil Amin, Director of the Psoriasis Program and rheumatologist Dr. Eric Ruderman, Associate Chief, Division of Rheumatology, Co-Directors of the Multidisciplinary Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis Clinic, Northwestern Medicine, Chicago, use the ultimate team approach to manage triggers and flares of psoriatic disease. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, Novartis, and UCB.