Useful psoriasis links
There are tonnes of psoriasis-related organisations out there who offer specialist support and information. To save you the trouble of looking them up, we've listed some of the ones we think might be useful below.
Can't find a charity or organisation that you think others would benefit from knowing about? Let us know and we'll try to include it on our list.
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British Association of Dermatologists (BAD)
The British Association of Dermatologists (BAD) is a charity whose objects are the practice, teaching, training and research of Dermatology.
www.bad.org.ukBritish Association of Skin Camouflage
The main objective of the BASC is to alleviate the psychological, physical and social effects that an altered image can have on someone’s life by the simple application of specialised skin camouflage products.
www.skin-camouflage.netBritish Skin Foundation
The UK's only charity dedicated to skin research, funding research for cures for skin disease and skin cancer.
www.britishskinfoundation.org.ukN
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skins Diseases (NIAMS)
the website provides information about diseases such as arthritis, autoimmune diseases, gout and osteoporosis.
www.niams.nih.govP
PsoME
a place for young people with psoriasis to connect for a cure. A useful site to learn about psoriasis, teach others about it, meet other young pepole and help find a cure.
www.psoriasis.org/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=1550Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis Alliance (PAPAA)
a not for profit website which provides some factual information on psoriasis, as well as information for up and coming events, a half yearly newsletter and information regarding an annual conference.
www.papaa.orgPsoriasis Association
a charitable website which provides some factual information on psoriasis to give you a better understanding of what psoriasis is, what causes it and what treatments are available.
www.psoriasis-association.org.ukPsoriasis Guide
a guide to help you learn about the many types of psoriasis, its causes and symptoms. Psoriasis Guide is written by North American Dermatologists who believe strongly in patient education.
www.psoriasisguide.caS
Skin Deep Behind the Mask
SDBM provides informative support to skin disease sufferers and their carers alike. The charity combines art, design, performance, technology & fashion into funding events.
www.skinawareness.orgSkinCell International Forum for Skin Disorders
an international, non-profit, discussion forum for all skin complaints including acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea and many others. Open to sufferers, their family and friends.
www.skincell.org