Psoriasis Association

From Monday 23rd September 2024, the NHS will open its national booking system for the Autumn-Winter 2024/25 flu and COVID-19 seasonal vaccination programme. 💉

Certain groups may have been invited to book sooner.

The last available appointment is Friday 20th December 2024 for both flu and COVID-19 vaccines.

Want to know if you are eligible?

Read more about the vaccination programme, eligibility and how to book, in the news article linked: https://ow.ly/9HMF50Trwf0

Today we’re wearing to show our appreciation for all those undertaking, participating and supporting research!

Research is a huge part of what we do here at the Psoriasis Association and we’re so proud to have supported so many amazing projects♥️

Whether you to want to wear purple pyjamas to bed, a purple shirt to work or purple socks to school - we’d love to see you do the same for World Psoriasis Day!

Get in touch with us to raise funds on [email protected]

This year, will be taking place between 28th October - 3rd November and the theme is !

We'd love to hear from you about what Community means to you as someone living with or .

Please send us your videos or stories by emailing us on [email protected].

Stay tuned to see how else you can get involved in this year's Awareness Week.

We're getting ready for here at the Psoriasis Association which will be taking place between 28th October - 3rd November.

This year, our theme is . You can now show your support for the week by downloading our digital toolkit and posting it on your individual or organisation's social media accounts!

Find it here https://ow.ly/OZ2W50TlMWg

As of September 1st 2024, new biosimilar versions of Ustekinumab, which treats psoriasis and PsA will be available in the UK. These changes come after Stelara’s patent exclusivity ended.

This is a huge milestone for the psoriasis community, offering people more choices and treatment options to manage their condition.

Alongside Stelara, three new brands Uzpruvo, Wezenla, and Pyzchiva will now be available.

For details on these new medications and how they might impact your treatment, check out the news article linked below.

https://ow.ly/Z0A950TgYcH

Living with and can be lonely. We're here to support you.

Become a member of the Psoriasis Association to join our community & add your voice to the movement for better psoriasis care and treatments in the UK

Join Us today: http://ow.ly/ckps50Djot7

Are you a nurse who would like to help shape the work of the Psoriasis Association?

We're looking for someone who's passionate about making life better for people living with and with a nursing background.

If this sounds like you, why not apply to become a for the Psoriasis Association.

The deadline for applications is 13th October 2024.

You can find out more information about this exciting opportunity by clicking the link below.

https://ow.ly/v4kN50TlKtv

During Psoriasis Awareness Week, we're hosting a coffee morning drop in session☕

Join us in our office on Friday 1st November between 10am - 3pm to meet and chat to other people living with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis.

We hope to see you there!

“I’d like to thank the Psoriasis Association; they are a team of unsung heroes at every level within the charity. I put a lot into this competition - a lot that social media doesn’t show. The reason I signed up for the strongman event was to remind myself, and others that a diagnosis like PsA is not the end of the road - it’s not an excuse to stop chasing your goals and aspirations no matter what they are. My biggest realisation, now this is over, is just how wonderful my support network is.”

Rob has raised over £1,000 for the Psoriasis Association by competing in his strongman challenge where he finished in 5th place!

Rob achieved personal bests on 4 out of 5 events, demonstrating his strength and fitness has improved since before his diagnosis.

We want to say a huge well done and thank you to him for all his efforts.👏

You can still donate to his JustGiving page by heading to the “Fundraise for Us” page on our website.

📢 Calling all researchers 📢

Our 2024 call for PhD Studentship and Cecil King Memorial grant applications is currently OPEN.

The deadline for applications is Monday 9th December 2024.

Find out how to apply here ➡️ http://ow.ly/Jvsl50Kv6Xj

Back in July, we attended St John's patient and public information engagement event called "Skin Health: Celebrating new advances."

You can now watch all of the videos from the event on YouTube, including an update on the mySkin study.

Watch here

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Did you know that almost 1 in 3 adults in England live with an MSK Condition?

ARMA's (the Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Alliance) new report, launched on Monday and focuses on Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) in England. 📊

MSK conditions are one of the leading causes of long-term absence from work, yet almost 1 in 4 ICBs have no MSK priorities.

To learn more about ARMA's efforts to address read the full report here: https://ow.ly/1y9t50TfhQ6

We want to say a huge thank you to Evelyn her mum, Heidi, for completing their challenge of cycling 50 miles in August to raise funds for the Psoriasis Association.

They have exceeded their initial target and raised a staggering £700 for the charity. We are extremely grateful! 👏

Evelyn took this challenge on after being diagnosed of psoriasis in July.

You can still donate to their page here https://www.justgiving.com/page/heidi-raine-1722445204170

If you love what we do here at The Psoriasis Association, why not support us?

Your donations ensure that we continue our research and are able to support people living with and every day.

You can donate on our website http://ow.ly/2yUC50LnUk1

Cycle, bake, skydive... There are plenty of ways that you can fundraise for The Psoriasis Association.

Whether you're doing it for yourself or on behalf of a loved one, we welcome any kind of fundraising and support you along the way.

Find out more here https://ow.ly/qfM650QWIk6

Newbie runners, Allegra and Tegan will be challenging themselves to complete the Robin Hood half marathon on the 29th of September, in aid of The Psoriasis Association.

Allegra developed psoriasis in 2020, and Tegan has been by her side to witness the variety of treatments she has tried, including those which impact the immune system.

Check out Allegra & Tegan's JustGiving page to make a donation here https://ow.ly/slAC50T9t9t

Have you heard about our WhatsApp service? For confidential info and support regarding or , simply message us on 07387 716 439.

The service is available between 9am - 4pm Monday to Friday. 💜

"I am so glad I have come across the Psoriasis Association, I didn’t think there was any support systems out there for this condition. I have found so much comfort in reading others people’s stories and I am slowly starting to learn to love and accept my ."

Read Siobhan's story here https://ow.ly/Qntj50T1SE3

Sharing people's and experiences is a vital part of our work to make others living with these conditions feel less alone!

You can share your story with us too.

Please get in touch at [email protected]

Siobhan has had psoriasis flare ups since the age of 14. In her story she talks about her triggers and treatments that she's tried.

Read her story here https://ow.ly/bCW650T1Sb3

Dealing with nail psoriasis? 💅

We’ve put together a news article with advice on how to manage symptoms like discolouration and thickening.

Nail psoriasis can affect fingernails, toenails or both and up to 50% of people living with have nail involvement.

Check out our news article below: https://ow.ly/aPUX50T8mCG.

Our YouTube channel is packed with interesting & informative videos about & - from exciting research updates from our conference, to expert Q&As, personal stories & more! 📽️

Watch/subscribe here 👉 http://ow.ly/E5CV50H2O2P

"Through my experiences, I have learned that while psoriasis presents ongoing challenges, it also offers opportunities for growth and advocacy. By sharing my story, I hope to contribute to a greater understanding of psoriasis and help others feel less alone in their journeys."

Read Jarar's Story here https://ow.ly/qQiA50T1Q9q

Did you know that 80% of people with have it on their scalp?

It's one of the most common types of psoriasis and can be prone to quite a thick build-up of scaly skin, which may cause dandruff-like flakes to fall.

Find out more http://ow.ly/p70V50NLrPR

Our helpline will be closing at 4pm today for the August Bank Holiday break until 9am on Wednesday 28th August.

Although the helpline will be closed, you can leave us a message on our answerphone on 01604 251 620 or email us at [email protected]. but please be aware that we will not respond until we reopen on Wednesday.

We hope you have a great (and hopefully sunny) Bank Holiday!🌞

"Evelyn decided she wanted to raise awareness of what Psoriasis is to help people understand what she and others are living with. She wanted to carry out some fundraising to help the Psoriasis Association and so is cycling 50 miles throughout August to raise funds. We are all so proud of Evelyn and everything that she has done, whilst dealing with psoriasis."

You can read Evelyn's story and donate to her challenge here https://ow.ly/1Znc50SYlcq