psoriasis
A blog about psoriasis and associated conditions and topics.
19 Jan
An Educational Guide To Addressing Common Health Issues
Maintaining good health is a priority for a fulfilling life, yet many individuals tend to ignore or downplay certain health issues, potentially jeopardising their overall well-being. In this comprehensive guide, we"ll delve into common health concerns that are often overlooked, emphasising the importance of addressing them proactively. Let’s look at some of these issues and how you can tackle them.
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7 Nov
Symptomatology of Psoriatic Arthritis: What Your Body Is Telling You
If you"re experiencing peculiar skin changes and joint discomfort, you may be dealing with psoriatic arthritis.
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3 Jun
Trauma in childhood can affect your health
In the mid 90s a team of researchers from a private healthcare company in America made a startling discovery. They asked over 17,000 people about their experiences of abuse and trauma in childhood, and followed them over 15 years. They …
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8 Apr
Diet and Psoriasis: What Works?
Diets were in the news again this week. An article in The Lancet looked at diets in 195 countries across the world and confirmed that a poor diet of processed meat, sodium and sugary foods was the leading factor in …
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20 Mar
How a skin condition like psoriasis can affect your child and what you can do to support them
Living with a skin condition like psoriasis or eczema is hard. Around 60% of people with psoriasis suffer with depression and up to 48% report feeling anxious. While we know about the psychological impact of psoriasis on adults, less is …
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19 Dec
Herbal skin cream found to contain steroids
MHRA (Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency) have warned the general public that a skin cream claiming to be a natural Chinese herbal remedy for treating eczema contains a potentially harmful steroid and should not be used. Zudaifu cream Zudaifu …
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22 Oct
‘Ask the Expert – psoriasis’ raised some interesting questions from our members
With the support of the British Skin Foundation (BSF), our October Ask the Expert session focused on the common skin disease of psoriasis. According to the BSF, psoriasis affects one in 50 people, and men and women in equal numbers. …
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19 Oct
World Psoriasis Day is on Monday 29 October
Every year, for more than ten years, the International Federation of Psoriasis Associations (IFPA) has organised World Psoriasis Day on 29 October. The day aims to raise awareness of this debilitating disease, which today affects around 2% of people worldwide, …
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25 Aug
Psoriasis Treatment – Approval from the MHRA of Dovonex
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) have just announced the approval of Dovonex Psoriasis Ointment to be made available through pharmacies without a prescription. At talkhealth we would like to thank everyone that responded to our request to …
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16 May
Manage your health with Patient support Programmes
For those living with chronic health conditions, self-management is crucial for managing and controlling symptoms day to day. Protecting your own health is a responsibility that can require some help and guidance to ensure you pursue the right treatment for …
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21 Mar
Paraffin in skin creams linked to fire deaths
You may have read in the news this week (19 March 2017) about the link between people using paraffin based skin creams and dozens of fire deaths across England. People living with conditions such as eczema and psoriasis who use paraffin based …
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9 Feb
BSF – Pollution: How it affects our skin
Concerned about the effects of pollution on the skin? Dr Anjali Mahto, Consultant Dermatologist & British Skin Foundation Spokesperson discusses the measures you can take at home to protect your skin. Dr Mahto explains, “As skin is your outermost barrier, …
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27 Jan
Ask the Expert: Children’s Skin Conditions
Last week saw the launch of our latest venture – Ask the Expert. The one day clinic, which took place Wednesday 18th January, was the first in a series of Ask the Expert sessions which will run in partnership with …
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1 Dec
Introducing the British Skin Foundation
Established in 1996, the British Skin Foundation (BSF) was set up to raise money for research into skin disease and skin cancer. Our mission is to find cures and better treatments for all skin conditions. We receive no statutory funding, …
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27 Oct
Psoriasis Awareness Week 2016 – What Does Psoriasis Mean to You?
Psoriasis Awareness Week runs annually and aims to inform and raise awareness of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. This year the awareness week is running from Saturday 29th October – Saturday 5th November and talkhealth are working to support Psoriasis Association with …
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11 Oct
An interview with Dr Andrew Thompson: Support for dermatology patients
Back in July, talkhealth published an article which highlighted the need for psychological support which dermatology patients are severely lacking. The article was inspired by the team of experts from the Severe Eczema and Psoriasis Team at St. John’s Institute …
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27 Jul
How a skin condition like psoriasis can affect your body image and what to do about it
Your body image is how you perceive yourself when you look at your reflection in the mirror or when you think about the way you look. How accurately your body image matches the way others actually see you is dependent …
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5 Jul
Psoriasis Shout Out – Guy’s Hospital Event
On Friday 24th June talkhealth went along to Guy’s Hospital to support Psoriasis Shout Out’s afternoon of talks and performances. The event was chaired by Catherine Smith, Professor of Dermatology and Therapeutics. The other clinicians present were Dr Eleanor Higgins, Consultant Dermatologist; Dr …
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3 Jun
The Psoriasis Shout Out Roadshow
This June talkhealth will be advocating for an exciting new venture for Psoriasis Shout Out. Between the 18th and 24th of June 2016, the Manchester-based charity and research initiative will be embarking on a roadshow around different regions and cities …
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2 Jun
Facing the world with psoriasis
I have much admiration for those who are able to face the world, psoriasis and all. It takes a kind of courage I often lack. I’ve had lots of unpleasant encounters due my psoriasis, not to mention the sympathy and …
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17 May
Mindfulness for psoriasis
The exciting news is that mindfulness can help if you have psoriasis. But what is it and how does it work? Mindfulness is a meditation technique where you focus your mind on the present moment and appreciate now rather than …
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8 Dec
Your Immune System – The First Line of Defence against Infections
On 6th December 2015, there was some disturbing news in the Daily Mail. The headline ran thus: “Superbug that beats antibiotics heading our way” Basically, superbugs have breached the last line of antibiotic defences for the first time. A drug, Colistin, …
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28 Oct
Epaderm Twitter Chat
On 16 September 2015, talkhealth and Mölnlycke Health Care collaborated to run a Twitter Chat. Using talkhealth’s hashtag #talkskin, talkhealth, a number of specially-selected skin care experts, and members of the talkhealth community all took part in a lively discussion …
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14 Sep
Is beauty only skin deep?
Today marks the the start of Talkhealth’s week long clinic on skin problems. The skin is an amazing organ. The largest in the human body, providing a number of functions including protection from infection and water loss, insulation and …
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19 Jan
Winter skin and emollients
Many people have naturally dry skin, and this can be made worse by cold weather, central heating at home and air conditioning at work. Dry skin is often rough and scaly, feels uncomfortable and tends to be itchy. Coping with …
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30 Oct
Holidays With Conditions In Mind
It’s true that having a health condition really finds it’s way into all kinds of facets of your life. As I’ve mentioned previously, my chest reacts incredibly badly to the cold, which makes winter something of a pain. So I’m …
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8 Oct
September’s online clinic on skin conditions
We hope you managed to catch our talkhealth online clinic on skin conditions. It was a lively clinic with questions being answered by experts Dr Alison Layton, Dr Jonathan Bowling, Dr Christopher Bridgett, Dr Walayat Hussain and Dr Stephen Kownacki. …
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3 Sep
Perceptions of living with a Skin Problem
Alongside our online clinics we run monthly surveys. August’s survey was on skin conditions. We wanted to find out about how living with a skin condition can affect someone’s life. From our results, we found that living with a skin …
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4 Jul
94th BAD Conference in Glasgow
On Wednesday this week talkhealth was invited, via our lovely client Intrapharm Laboratories, as their guest at the 94th BAD (British Association of Dermatologists) conference, held this year in Glasgow. The day started early with a 9am flight from Southampton …
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21 Apr
talkhealth visit the Natural & Organic Product Show
Last week talkhealth went to the very busy Natural & Organic Product Show up in Olympia. We were so pleased to see so many friendly faces including Pravera, silicolgel and Salcura to name but a …
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18 Sep
A Self-Hypnosis Sensory-Imagery Technique For Skin Conditions
Further to my previous blog entry here, citing some of the research supporting the use of hypnosis for help with skin conditions, as promised I am going to share a couple of self-hypnosis techniques in coming days. Today is one …
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18 Sep
The Evidence for Using Hypnosis with Skin Disorders
As of today, I am again part of the online clinic here at the TalkHealth Partnership. This particular online clinic is looking at skin disorders. Those familiar with this site will know that the clinics offer lots of support from …
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6 Sep
Psoriasis and me
So I haven’t written on this blog for a while and to be honest it’s because my psoriasis has been surprisingly calm for the last few months. Last time I wrote about how I was looking for different ways to …
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5 Sep
The magical benefits of Salt for Asthma, COPD, Sinusitis and other respiratory and skin conditions
We are all familiar with the benefits of sea air and natural salt caves, but did you know that salt has also been used for over 200 years as a natural therapy for respiratory ailments and skin conditions? Salt therapy …
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30 May
A study that’s found the chemical that makes us scratch
A story on the BBC News website last week reported that researchers have discovered the chemical that is necessary in order to feel the urge to scratch and itch. This could be good news for people with chronic skin conditions …
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17 Apr
Don’t Let Them Bring You Down
I must say that I have reached a stage in my life where I have managed to come to some kind of terms with the fact that I suffer from severe eczema. I’ve stopped giving a damn about how I …
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16 Apr
All In My Mind
One of the strangest and perhaps most irritating aspects of psoriasis is the fact that it is so closely linked to how we are feeling. I’ve started a new job and the whole process of interviews, resignation and starting with …
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14 Mar
The FreeFrom Skincare Awards 2013 shortlist is announced!
Almost 80 products from over 50 skincare manufacturers have made the shortlist of the second annual FreeFrom Skincare Awards, which has been announced today. Five brands lead the way with three shortlisted products each – Barefoot Botanicals, Botanicals, Green People, …
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13 Mar
London takes its place among healthcare innovation elite cities of the world
Jeremy Hunt launches London Centre of Innovation Excellence and new app library to help people live well. The UK’s worldwide reputation for innovation in healthcare will be sealed today as Jeremy Hunt launches London’s new centre of innovation excellence established …
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2 Jan
I’ll take the high road; you take the low road.
My psoriasis has so far, this winter, stayed in remission and for that I am very grateful. But I have found myself thinking back to the times its been bad and reactions people have had to it. Aside from the …
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4 Dec
Chelsea Physic Garden
In deepest Chelsea, London UK, there is a gem often overlooked by international visitors. In the picture DrB stands between the Psychiatry and Dermatology beds in Chelsea Physic Garden. Containing almost 5000 plant species from all over the world, the …
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23 Nov
Itching has a visual trigger, new research reveals
Watching another person scratch causes itchiness without any physical trigger, new research suggests – a finding which could be of benefit to skin disease patients. Most people are familiar with the ‘contagious yawn’ sensation, where watching another person yawn causes …
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26 Sep
The Patient Patient
Last time I wrote on this blog I was in the middle of one of the worst flare ups I’ve had in a decade. I explained that it was largely due to stress and my despair at being unable to …
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4 Jul
What to Avoid in your Body Washes & Shampoos
If you are interested in natural beauty products you’ll no doubt have a keen interest in the ingredients that go into your body washes and haircare products. If you have skin problems such as eczema, psoriasis, sensitive skin then it …
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23 Jun
BOOST YOUR IMMUNE
This week’s blog is dedicated to those who suffer from one or more autoimmune diseases. I take my hat off to you! Having to endure the daily struggles of your respective invisible illness is truly a heroic feat, and in …
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20 Jun
Psoriasis and shame
I’ve been mulling this blog post around in my head for quite a long time but an article about one woman’s experiences of psoriasis I read in the Daily Mail online, highlighted by fellow psoriasis blogger Jessica (@jessnpsoriasis) had spurred …
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30 May
Love in the time of psoriasis
There is one aspect of having psoriasis that no one really talks about – the feelings of nervousness and embarrassment it can create when it comes to matters of love. To love and be loved is to expose yourself and …
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24 May
Centre for Appearance Research International Conference
The Centre for Appearance Research is pleased to announce Appearance Matters 5. This two day international conference will be highlighting the current research and good practice around psychology and appearance, including body image, visible difference, the role of the media, …
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16 Mar
Dying for good hair?
As you can see from my picture I have short blonde hair. I don’t mind confessing, while being naturally fair, that is not my natural hair colour. I noticed on the forum people had been asking for advice about going …
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15 Mar
Why Do I Have Sensitive Skin?
I have always had sensitive skin from a very early age and dread to think how much I have spent over the years. Buying the latest claimed product for sensitive skin to find that I react and it goes into …
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24 Feb
Is your life affected by acne, eczema or psoriasis?
IWC Media make intelligent and thoughtful documentaries including Terry Pratchett: Living with Alzheimer’s and The Secret Life of a Manic Depressive with Stephen Fry, as well as blue chip science programmes such as Brave New World and Stephen Hawking – …
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3 Feb
My own private Up Helly Aa
This week the Shetland Isles celebrated their fire festival Up Helly Aa. The tradition, which started in the Victorian era, is a reference to the Isles connection to their Scandinavian neighbours. It is also seen as a marker for the …
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25 Jan
Does makeup really cover up spots and disguise eczema no matter how thick you apply it?
When I was a teenager I was one of those unfortunate people who suffered with both acne and eczema. My spots were fairly mild and the eczema was mainly round my mouth. My eczema always flared up with stress and …
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13 Jan
Your A to Z of nasties in the chemical world
Skin allergies are often triggered by the use of chemicals on the skin and in the home and workplace. Around 6 million Brits, that is 1 in 5 children and another 1 in 10 adults, all suffer from Eczema. Why …
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3 Jan
The Skin I Live In
“Is that a birth mark?” This was the comment made to me by the slightly intimidating man who had just asked for the time while I walked towards my local shopping area. I realised his interest in the time was …
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19 Dec
Seaweed bath could help your skin
Having a seaweed bath could do wonders for your skin including relieving the symptoms of psoriasis. Seaweed has antiseptic, skin soothing properties which make it a popular natural treatment for temporary relief from itchy or painful skin conditions. It is believed that …
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13 Dec
23 and 1/2 hours: What is the single best thing we can do for our health?
A Doctor-Professor answers the old question “What is the single best thing we can do for our health” in a completely new way. Dr Mike Evans explains …. Dr Evans is founder of the Health Design Lab at the Li …
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12 Dec
Silent Night; Itchy Night
Argh! That is the sound that comes out of my mouth at pretty regular intervals as I sit at my desk trying to ignore the itching on my scalp, ears, back, legs and sides. It feels as if little imps …
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8 Dec
Eczema and Immunology – The Sleeping Secret …..
Hello everyone, it has been a while since my last blog and much has happened in the household of the girls of 82! As you are all aware my little angel Issi-May who suffers very badly with her eczema on …
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1 Dec
All of the lights!
It’s well known that psoriasis can develop or be exacerbated at times of stress. When I was 17 I was studying for my A Levels like many teenagers. For most this is a very stressful time and I was no …
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25 Nov
Could you have psoriatic arthritis?
If you, or a member of your family suffers with psoriasis and you are experiencing joint pain and swelling you may have psoriatic arthritis. The National Psoriasis Foundation are aiming to make psoriasis sufferers aware of the signs of psoriatic …
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25 Nov
First blog
Hi I’m Lisa and this is my first blog for TalkHealth. I have very sensitive skin, particularly on my face. Certain facial creams cause aggravation resulting in areas of itchy, dry eczema which now has been diagnosed as Rosacea along …
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23 Nov
It’s not catching!
I’m 28 years old and I’ve had psoriasis for as long as I can remember. There was never a moment where I saw a red scaly patch and wondered what it was, as I always knew I had this thing …
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9 Nov
Could fish help you beat psoriasis?
Channel 4’s The Food Hospital looks at whether diet can help improve various conditions. One of the participants was 7 year old Callum and his mum Karen, both psoriasis sufferers. Experts suggested a diet of oily fish, turmeric, cinnamon and …
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28 Oct
Online clinic on psoriasis opens today
An online clinic on psoriasis with NHS Choices, Psoriasis UK and British Skin Foundation and sponsored by mumsnet opened this morning. Clinical experts will be available to answer all your questions about issues surrounding psoriasis, offering advice on caring for …
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25 Oct
Online clinic on psoriasis coming soon
Psoriasis Association and British Skin Foundation have teamed up with NHS Choices and talkhealth to present an online clinic on psoriasis. Clinical experts will be available to answer all your questions about issues surrounding psoriasis, offering advice on caring for …
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24 Oct
Stress & Skin……..
Ladies & Gents…. What a week, you normally see me blogging about my children’s skin be it eczema or acne. You read about my antics on the beach with my girls or my constant endeavours to combat the compliance issue …
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19 Oct
Fish foot spas may spread disease
A new pedicure craze is sweeping the nation but is it safe? Fish foot spas are a nibbling treatment where dead skin is removed from the feet by fish. However Britain’s health protection agency have warned that this could be …
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14 Oct
1 in 4 people with psoriasis may have undiagnosed psoriatic arthritis
A study by the National Psoriasis Foundation has discovered that as many as 1 in 4 people with psoriasis may also have undiagnosed psoriatic arthritis. Psoriatic arthritis is a type of inflammatory arthritis that affects the joints and tendons. 30% …
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14 Oct
Get gorgeous autumn skin
At this time of lower humidity, with less water carried in the air, cold and often windy days add new challenges to your skin. All heating creates a dry air environment – with central heating at home being the main …
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6 Oct
Do I Really Need Botox….?
Hi Everyone I am a little jaded tonight hence my question around Botox , I can’t believe just how much my face has dropped over the duration of this week. At one point today I actually thought I would need …
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4 Oct
Yahoo for the Change in Weather
I am sure that everyone else is really sad to see the sun change to wind and some rain but come Monday late afternoon when the weather in the Southwest changed, I found myself running around the kitchen table …….with relief! …
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3 Oct
The battle against childhood skin disease takes to the airwaves
Skin disease research charity the British Skin Foundation (BSF) is taking the battle against skin disease in children to the airwaves by producing a series of radio shows aimed at children and parents. The charity has teamed up with the …
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27 Sep
Psoriasis linked to increased stroke risk
People with psoriasis have nearly three times the normal risk of stroke and abnormal heart rhythm, according to scientists in Denmark. The researchers believe this may be because the skin and blood vessels may share similar sources of inflammation. However …
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16 Sep
Attempt at record breaking in aid of the Psoriasis Association
Sean Mc Gahern, 35, plans to break the world record for the worlds longest dive in warm open waters. The dive is due to run from Saturday 24 September until Monday 26 September in aid of the Psoriasis Association. Sean, …
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15 Sep
Peaches Geldof has suffered with psoriasis since childhood
Peaches Geldof defends her weight loss and the marks on her arms by insisting they are the result of healthy eating and psoriasis. The model says she has suffered with psoriasis since she was a child and is not taking …
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28 Jul
Kim Kardashian diagnosed with psoriasis
Kim Kardashian, of ‘Keeping Up With the Kardashians’, has been diagnosed with psoriasis. Kim sought the opinion of her dermatologist after she saw flaky red patches on her legs. Kardashian’s mother was diagnosed with psoriasis at the age of 30. …
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27 Jul
Standards aim to improve care for millions with skin diseases
Commissioners and providers should involve patients and the public in decisions about the services provided for the millions of people with a skin disease, standards published this week emphasise. Some 24% of the population visit their GP about a skin …
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25 Jul
Five more sun cream mistakes to avoid
According to the Daily Mail today, people are still making mistakes when using sun creams. The article explores whether you are really protecting your skin from the sun as much as you should be. To read more follow this link …
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8 Jul
Skin season
Don’t be afraid to bare your soul in skin season: start the conversation now! CSPA launches new tool in recognition of the Canadian Dermatology Association’s 86th Annual Conference. EDMONTON, AB (June 23, 2011) – Dermatologists from across Canada are meeting …
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8 Jul
NHS Choices Online Clinics
talkhealth are proud to be collaborative partners with NHS Choices. Each month talkhealth hosts exclusively ‘Online Clinics on …’ partnering with NHS Choices and a national charity associated with the clinic’s topic. The clinics are run across all talkhealth websites …
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7 Jul
16 to 30s worst at skin cancer prevention, new research reveals
16 to 30-year-olds are the worst at protecting their skin in the sun, despite melanoma being the second most common cancer in this age group, according to a new study out this week. The research, due to be released at …
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24 Jun
Games consoles
The Sun warned today that “kids as young as eight are suffering crippling arthritis-like pain from using consoles and phones.” It said that experts have called for warnings to be shown on gaming boxes. The news reports are based on …
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24 Jun
Need for more support
Results of a recent survey revealing that 94 percent of GPs don’t have sufficient time to ask psoriasis sufferers what impact the condition is having on a patient’s life, are worrying according to leading psychologist and prolific academic author, Dr …
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6 Jun
Online Clinic on Skin Cancer & Sun Safety
SKCIN (The Karen Clifford Skin Cancer Charity) has teamed up with NHS Choices and talkhealth to present an Online Clinic on Skin Cancer & Sun Safety. SKCIN is the only national skin cancer charity. Clinical experts will be available to …
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3 Jun
How to apply sunscreen
An expert explains, in an NHS Choices video, why it is important to protect your skin from sunburn to help avoid skin cancer. She also gives advice on how to apply sunscreen correctly and what to look out for when …
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2 Jun
An online clinic on Hay Fever
Last month a lively and informative forum for people suffering from Hay Fever was held in conjunction with patient support charity Action Against Allergy, the Allergy Academy, NHS Choices and other leading experts. Although the forum is now closed it …
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26 May
Free samples & offers
FREE samples and offers that are available across our talk sites. Be up to date on our offers by joining FREE today one of our sites – it is very easy and quick, just click here … Welcome Packs – …
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23 May
Psoriasis during pregnancy
Moderate to severe psoriasis is an independent risk factor for a variety of adverse pregnancy outcomes, according to Dr. Jennifer C. Cather. Yet much remains unknown about the impact of psoriasis and its treatment in pregnancy. For this reason, every …
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23 May
Extremely obese children
Children who are overweight or obese have a significantly higher prevalence of psoriasis, and teens with psoriasis, regardless of their body weight, have higher cholesterol levels, according to a Kaiser Permanente study published online in the Journal of Pediatrics. The …
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19 May
Severe hypertension
UC Davis dermatologists have found that people who have high blood pressure as well as psoriasis – a condition that causes patches of irritated, itchy red skin – are more likely to have more severe high blood pressure and require …
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12 May
Articles about psoriasis
Within the ‘articles‘ section of talkpsoriasis, items about psoriasis have been written by doctors, specialists, journalists and individuals from professional bodies and organisations. You can read articles such as: Psoriasis study will target stress and state of mind Psoriasis patients: …
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6 May
NICE recommends golimumab for psoriatic arthritis
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has today issued final guidance recommending golimumab (Simponi) for the treatment of psoriatic arthritis. Golimumab joins a list of treatment options already recommended by NICE for this condition. The guidance recommends …
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6 May
Psoriasis patients: benefit of long-established treatments
For patients with severe psoriasis, a new class of intravenous and injectable biological medicines known as “biologics” has brought about a near revolution in treatment. But doctors at the University of Michigan Health System note that patients and their doctors …
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6 May
Mindfulness
People with psoriasis could benefit from a new study that aims to improve symptoms through the psychological concept of ‘mindfulness’. Researchers at The University of Manchester will be asking 40 volunteers with psoriasis to participate in a therapy group to …
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5 May
FREE 500g Balneum Cream – 28 Day Survey
talkeczema and talkpsoriasis are looking for 200 volunteers, living in the UK, with eczema or psoriasis to take part in a 28 day survey using Balneum Cream manufactured by Almirall. We would like to hear your general feedback on how …
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3 May
Poster downloads for patients, sponsors and the media
talkhealth invites you to download copies of its pdf posters. The posters are a mixture of future events to be run on the sites and the talkhealth conditions such as eczema, acne, allergy, psoriasis, menopause and asthma. From this page …
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20 Apr
Severe psoriasis
Severe psoriasis linked to major adverse cardiovascular events. Psoriasis is a common inflammatory skin disease, and if severe, has been demonstrated to be a risk factor for cardiovascular (CV) disease. However, the degree to which psoriasis is associated with major …
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8 Apr
An open clinic on Hay Fever
From 20-26 May 2011 patient support charity Action Against Allergy has teamed up with NHS Choices and talkhealth to present an Open Clinic on Hay Fever. You will have the opportunity to post your questions to our panel of clinical …
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19 May
FREE Health Fact Sheets
We’ve now launched a range of FREE downloadable Fact Sheets on our sites. Visit each of our sites for the relevant Fact Sheets: www.talkeczema.comwww.talkallergy.comwww.talkasthma.comwww.talkmenopause.comwww.talkpsoriasis.comwww.talkacne.com We will be adding more Fact Sheets over the coming months. +1434
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7 Oct
Calm Inflammed Skin with Oats
Oats contain anti-inflammatory properties and can help to reduce skin flare ups. Simply add a few cups of oats to a warm (not hot) bath and soak for 15-20 minutes to calm the skin. Some of our TalkEczema visitors have …
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6 Oct
Clinical Trial – Benefits of Using a Water Softener if you have Eczema
A research study through Nottingham University is looking at whether water softeners help reduce the severity of eczema. All water in the home is softened, except at one tap for drinking water. Results are expected in early 2010. For more …
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25 Sep
Moisturiser in the Fridge
Did you know that if you put your moisturiser/emollient in the fridge it will act as a cooling agent on your eczema as you apply it – this may help to reduce inflammation and itching. For more information on how …
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21 Sep
Applying Emollients Correctly
As winter sets in it’s time to think about how much more our skin dries out and for those with eczema it is particulary important to moisturise regularly and correctly. Make sure you use a moisturiser that suits your skin. …
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6 Jul
Social Effects of Skin Disorders Survey
We are conductng a survey to look at the social effects of skin disorders (eczema, acne, psoriasis etc) on children and their parents. Please take 5 minutes to complete our survey. There’s also a chance to win £25 M and …
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23 Jun
Four Out Of Ten Skin Disease Sufferers Bullied
According to a recent online survey conducted by the skin disease charity the British Skin Foundation, 23% of those who participated said that they had suffered from an isolated incident of bullying, with a further 18% revealing that they suffered …
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