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The University of Oxford Psoriasis Study Looking for United Kingdom Volunteers

The University of Oxford seeks 2000 psoriasis volunteers for a groundbreaking study exploring the link between the skin condition and arthritis. Led by Professor Laura Coates in collaboration with University College Dublin, the research aims to identify PsA development factors, potentially enabling prevention strategies through drugs or lifestyle changes.

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Focus on Psoriasis: A Report from the 25th World Congress of Dermatology (WCD)

Discover the latest updates on psoriasis from the World Congress of Dermatology (WCD) 2023, hosted in Singapore from July 3–8. Get insights from the International Psoriasis Council’s (IPC) Symposium and WCD’s four psoriasis-focused sessions, covering a total of 21 summaries. Download the comprehensive report or explore the key highlights.

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Prevalence, Clinical Presentations, Disease Severity Appreciation, and Assessment of Psoriasis in the Context of Skin of Color

This blog post provides a comprehensive overview of psoriasis in individuals with skin of color. It explores the prevalence of psoriasis in different ethnic groups worldwide and highlights potential underestimations due to healthcare barriers. The article discusses genetic variations in psoriasis susceptibility among ethnic groups and the challenges in diagnosing psoriasis in darker-skinned individuals. It emphasizes the need for inclusive dermatology education and resources that incorporate skin of color to improve clinical competency. The impact of psoriasis on quality of life, specifically in non-white individuals, and the importance of developing better measurement tools for diverse ethnicities are examined. The blog post also addresses treatment approaches for psoriasis in diverse ethnic populations and the ongoing efforts to include patients of different ethnicities in clinical trials.

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Focus on Psoriasis: A Report from the 2022 Society for Investigative Dermatology (SID) Annual Meeting

The Society of Investigative Dermatology (SID) Annual Meeting returned to an in-person format in 2022 for the first time in two years. The following congress report includes a summary of the Eugene Farber lecture, three IPC lectures, and seven IPC poster presentations, all with a focus on psoriasis. You can download the full report or read on for a brief look at some of the highlights.

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