Health News Archives

Indigo Ointment Benefits Psoriasis Patients
Traditional Chinese therapy proved helpful in relieving skin scaling, hardening, study finds

After Fits and Starts, New Hope for Psoriasis Patients
Doctors tout drugs called biologics during Psoriasis Awareness Month

Scientists ID New Genes Tied to Crohn’s Disease
Number tripled, and they find a link to other conditions such as asthma, diabetes

Dermatologists Release Psoriasis Care Guidelines
Biologic use is expected to enhance quality of treatment and patient safety

Drug Works Well for Moderate-to-Severe Psoriasis
Ustekinumab injections every 3 months a more convenient regimen than current therapies

New Laser Approved to Treat Psoriasis
And other skin conditions

Researchers Identify New Genetic Links to Psoriasis
Discovery of biological pathways could lead to treatments for other autoimmune diseases

Psoriasis Poses Danger for More Serious Complications
At-risk patients need care to avoid heart disease, cancer, task force report says

Molecule May Trigger Psoriasis
Study in mice offers hope for new treatment of chronic skin disease

Adult Drug Effective in Treating Psoriasis in Children
Etanercept improved symptoms, quality of life for kids with moderate to severe disease