The help you need to best manage your psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis.

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Your experience with psoriatic disease is unique.

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The mission of the National Psoriasis Foundation is to drive efforts to cure psoriatic disease and improve the lives of those affected.

Over 8 million people in the U.S. have psoriasis. Nearly a third of them will develop psoriatic arthritis. A world without psoriatic disease and the related burdens is possible. We won't stop until you have the cure you deserve.

New CEO Announcement

NPF selects Leah M. Howard, J.D. as President and CEO, moving boldly and bravely into a new chapter.

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What's New at NPF

Life Isn’t Fair

As a father and a runner, Jesse Lichtenstein has embodied the lemons to lemonade parable.

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‘We’ll Get Better Together’

You are most certainly not alone when you are dealing with anxiety or depression.

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Free Resource of the Month

Certain lifestyle changes can affect your psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Learn ways to improve your psoriatic disease beyond your prescription.

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Honor A Woman Who Inspires You

All spring long, NPF is honoring the inspiring women who have contributed to our community. Join us with a gift in recognition of a woman who inspires you.

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Information to Stay Healthy

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Get the latest news and inspiring stories from experts, advocates and people like you.

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COVID-19 Resource Center

Stay healthy even during these trying times. Here's your home for updates on COVID-19 and psoriatic disease.

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Upcoming Events

Tue07/26

7:00 p.m. ET | 6:00 p.m. CT | 5:00 p.m. MT | 4:00 p.m. PT –

Webinar - Across the Rainbow: Psoriatic Disease and the LGBTQ+ Community

Join dermatologist Erica Dommasch, M.D., MPH, from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and longtime NPF volunteer Mark Parikka as they discuss the unique dermatologic needs among the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ+) communities and the cross section of living with psoriatic disease and being part of the LGBTQ+ community.

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Sun08/28

6:00 a.m. PT – 2:00 p.m. PTSan Diego, CA

Team NPF Cycle - Bike the Bay 2022

Join us for Bike the Bay, featuring a 25-mile route following the Bayshore Bikeway through the cities of San Diego, Coronado, Imperial Beach, Chula Vista and National City. The ride also features the rare opportunity to pedal across the San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge. Register today to save your place, and help us raise much needed funds.

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Sat09/24

7:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. ETPhiladelphia, PA

Team NPF Walk in Philadelphia

Register today for a family friendly walk and community event dedicated to finding a cure for psoriatic disease. Join us in-person or participate virtually and celebrate your accomplishments and success towards finding a cure for psoriatic disease.

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NPF hosts live and virtual events to connect the community, spread awareness and raise funds for a cure.

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