I Am Newly Diagnosed

So you have psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis, or maybe both. What next? NPF is here to help you live your healthiest life.

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Life with Psoriasis

Psoriasis can affect the your life emotionally, physically, and socially.

Learn about the impacts

Psoriasis 101

We break down the basics of psoriatic disease.

Your questions, answered

Find a Treatment

Not sure where to start? Let us walk you through your psoriasis treatment options.

Explore your options

Patient Navigation Center

The NPF's Patient Navigation Center is ready to help you find a specialist, handle insurance issues, learn about various treatments, and much more. No question is too big or too small.

Ask a Patient Navigator

Additional Resources

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Psound Bytes™ Podcast: Episode 218

Hear answers to questions when someone is newly diagnosed with psoriasis, like what to expect at the first appointment, types of psoriasis, triggers of disease, treatments including over-the-counter options, how to deal with negative comments, and more

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One to One

Talk to others living with psoriasis in our One to One peer-mentor program.

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These products have been created or are intended to be non-irritating and safe for people with psoriasis.

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