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These days, there's so much information available in so many different formats, it can be a little overwhelming. So, to make things easier, here's a list of government health sites, directories of dermatologists, and medical journals, as well as other people's psoriasis stories.

Of course, your dermatologist is your first and most important resource. But the others presented in this section may help you manage your psoriasis, feel in control, and even get more out of your next doctor's appointment.

The resources listed below are for the reader's information only and are not comprehensive. Amgen and Wyeth do not endorse and are not responsible for the content included in these resources.

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Patient-focused organizations, advocacy, and support groups

The National Psoriasis Foundation www.psoriasis.org — A nonprofit organization committed to educating and empowering people with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis.

National Psoriasis FoundationThe National Psoriasis Foundation's BioBank research initiative www.psoriasis.org/biobank — The BioBank research initiative is designed to help find a cure for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Building on decades of research into the genetic cause of psoriasis, the Foundation is spearheading the National Psoriasis Victor Henschel BioBank, an initiative aimed at gathering 2,000 DNA samples for research by qualified scientists. For more information and to register for the BioBank study, visit www.psoriasis.org/biobank.
Psoriasis Cure Now www.psoriasis-cure-now.org — A nonprofit patient advocacy group focused on educating key decision makers about the importance of increasing the amount of federal funds directed toward research on psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis as well as the importance of patients having full access to the full range of safe and effective treatment options.
Patient Advocate Foundation www.patientadvocate.org — An organization that helps address insurance matters, and introduces patients to appropriate local, state, and federal programs.
Friends' Health Connection www.friendshealthconnection.org — Nonprofit support network that connects people with similar health problems for the purpose of mutual support. The Family Network connects family members, friends, and caregivers of people with health problems.
WebMD www.webmd.com — Provides medical information and in-depth reference material, along with support communities.
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