It feels just like yesterday my daughter walked at her high school graduation in May. The summer has flown by. Now it is August, and Psoriasis Awareness Month is upon us. How much do you know about psoriasis? How many people in the U.S. have it? What causes psoriasis? How is it treated? What are the emotional impacts of psoriasis? How many people do you know with psoriasis? Here’s an excerpt from the National Psoriasis Foundation website describing Psoriasis Awareness Month:
About Psoriasis Awareness Month
Each August, the National Psoriasis Foundation sponsors Psoriasis Awareness Month to raise awareness, encourage research and advocate for better care for people with psoriasis.
Psoriasis is the most prevalent autoimmune disease in the U.S., affecting as many as 7.5 million Americans. It occurs when the immune system sends out faulty signals resulting in painful red, scaly patches on the skin that bleed and itch. Psoriasis has been linked to other serious conditions, including psoriatic arthritis, cardiovascular disease and stroke. Psoriasis isn’t contagious, but awareness is.
Learn more about psoriasis the Everyday Health Psoriasis Center, which includes great resources, stories, and information. I also plan to blog tweet through the month on different topics related to psoriasis. Follow along this month and spread awareness about psoriasis!