Psoriasis affects more than 7.5 million adults in the United States but almost 40% of Americans (those without psoriasis) say they would be uncomfortable shaking hands with someone with the disease. These stigmatizing beliefs can leave people living with this disease feeling isolated and embarrassed – potentially leading to undertreatment and underdiagnoses.
Raising awareness and addressing the widespread stigma surrounding psoriasis in America is essential. Explore the unique stories of these four remarkable individuals who are not letting their visible disease define them.
Takieyah Mathis
Takieyah’s journey with psoriasis went from 0 to 100 in a matter of days, but she found strength and community through telling her story.
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Kaitlin Walden
Growing up with a visible disease left deep scars both physically and emotionally, but now, with two kids living with psoriatic disease, Kaitlin realized she had to fight back for herself, and for her family.
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Matt Kiselica
In hopes it would “all just go away” Matt avoided dealing with his disease as a young adult, but after a severe flare-up, he decided to take psoriatic disease more seriously.
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Jordan Hicks
After ending up in the hospital without a diagnosis and nowhere to turn, Jordan found her community and learned to speak up for herself and others.
Watch Jordan's story
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