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Beyond Skin-Deep: Tackling Gaps in Psoriasis Care

Are you aware of the true impact of psoriasis? This chronic autoimmune disease goes beyond the skin, affecting millions worldwide with significant physical, mental, and quality-of-life repercussions. Unfortunately, low awareness and knowledge often lead to delayed diagnoses and inadequate treatment. To bridge these gaps, the Economist Impact has released a comprehensive white paper, Beyond Skin-Deep: Tackling Gaps in Psoriasis Care (commissioned and supported by Bristol Myers Squibb), highlighting the urgent need for better awareness, equitable access to care, improved data collection, and patient-centric approaches. Dive into the full report to understand the critical steps we can take to support those living with psoriasis.

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Use and Misuse of Systemic Corticosteroids in Psoriasis

In this Take Ten with IPC video, Professor Peter van de Kerkhof discusses the use and misuse of systemic corticosteroids in psoriasis. He questions whether they contraindicate the treatment of psoriasis, while also covering his personal experience in prescribing them.

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Thursday, May 14, 2026

Use and Misuse of Topical Corticosteroids in Psoriasis

In this Take Ten with IPC video, Professor Peter van de Kerkhof discusses the use and misuse of topical corticosteroids in psoriasis, covering current use, guidelines, and consequences.

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Thursday, May 14, 2026

Videos Now Available from the IEC & IPC Joint Symposium at AAD

Missed the joint symposium hosted by the International Eczema Council (IEC) and International Psoriasis Council (IPC) at the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Annual Meeting? Select presentations from Psoriasis or Dermatitis? When Boundaries Blur and Treatments Flip the Script are now available, covering diagnostic overlap, emerging tools, treatment-related reactions, and practical strategies for managing complex cases across diverse patient populations.

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Wednesday, May 27, 2026