2002 National Conference: Overview of Events
First posted Sept. 13, 2002
More than 400 people from 29 states and Canada gathered in Orlando, Fla., Aug. 9-11 for the 2002 National Conference. About half of the attendees were not members of the Psoriasis Foundation or had just joined. Many said they had never met other people before with psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis. But for everyone, the theme of the conference was the same: connecting with people and knowledge.
Information and insights
Psoriasis Foundation Conference: Read a day-by-day recap of the conference, including the opening general session, new drug developments and a question-and-answer session.
Youth Track: The Psoriasis Foundation's first ever youth track program got off to a great start, with smiles, newfound friendships and a trip to SeaWorld.
Workshops: Twelve workshops led conference attendees through such helpful topics as stress management, treatment issues and biologic advice. Look here for pictures and bios of the speakers and facilitators.
On the Scene: Five people who attended the conference described their experiences in being there. Audio Replay of Opening Session:
Listen to HealthTalk's audio replay of the Psoriasis Foundation conference's opening session, A New Era of Psoriasis Care, from Saturday, Aug. 10.
Acknowledgements
Donations from individuals make it possible for the Psoriasis Foundation to carry out its mission. Without individual gifts, we would not be able to serve and support those whose lives are affected by psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis on a day-to-day basis.
In addition to individual contributions, the Psoriasis Foundation receives financial support from corporate donors. Through unrestricted educational grants from corporations, we are able to provide educational programs, such as this conference, to our members and the public affordably.
The Psoriasis Foundation gratefully acknowledges the following corporations for their generous support in helping to make this program possible. The Psoriasis Foundation was solely responsible for all program development and content.
Presenting Sponsors: Biogen; Genentech
Contributing Sponsors: Amgen/Wyeth Pharmaceuticals; Roche
The Psoriasis Foundation gratefully acknowledges Biogen, Inc., for its additional conference support in helping to make the proceedings possible. The Psoriasis Foundation was solely responsible for all development and content of this online summary and the conference proceedings.
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