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The Best Websites for People Living With Psoriasis


Psoriasis is often misunderstood, but a surprising amount of information and resources are available online—you just have to know where to look. We've combed the Web to create this guide for people who want to live happier, more comfortable lives with psoriasis. These sites cover the latest research breakthroughs, participation in clinical trials, tips for standing up to stigma, and places to connect with people who know what you're going through. Check out the links below and bookmark this useful page so you can refer back later.

National Psoriasis FoundationAnyone looking for more information about psoriasisThis comprehensive site has information about psoriasis news, treatment, research, and more. It also has a valuable search tool to help you locate support groups near you. Also, check out photos and videos of America’s Next Top Model winner CariDee English, who talks candidly about living with the disease.
DailyStrengthPeople with psoriasis who want to connect with othersThis site allows users to chat with more than 800 people with psoriasis. In the "Goals" section, members state an ambition and the site charts their progress, with support and input from other members.
WeArePsoriasis.orgPsoriasis patients and their family and friendsThis social-networking site brings together psoriasis patients with similar interests and goals. Members can chat by joining communities such as "I Love Someone With Psoriasis," "Single With Psoriasis," and "Tattoos."
PsorChatPsoriasis patients looking for supportThere are lots of online support groups, but this one, with the option to read messages online or by email, has more than 1,800 members who pride themselves on being part of a respectful, honest, and very active forum.
Murdough Family Center for PsoriasisPeople looking to participate in psoriasis researchThis site is heavily focused on cutting-edge research to improve patient treatment. Psoriasis patients are encouraged to contribute their personal and medical histories to a database to help the center’s researchers understand the disease better. You can also learn how to join a clinical trial, which can be a good way to get expensive treatments covered or try something new when other treatments have failed.
Stop HidingPsoriasis patients who have faced prejudice or discriminationThe Stop Hiding From Psoriasis campaign was launched by the American Academy of Dermatology and the National Psoriasis Foundation to educate the public about the disease and encourage those who have it to seek treatment. If you join the campaign, you’ll receive inspiring and informational emails from singer LeAnn Rimes, the campaign’s spokeswoman.
Compiled by: Sarah Klein
Last Updated: October 09, 2008



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