For all the healthcare services and specialists available today, the single most important factor in your good health is you. Nothing has greater power or influence. Taking responsibility for your own health and playing an active role in it are the most important steps to good health.
The more you know about your condition, the more informed and responsible a patient you can be. You'll be able to better understand medical facts and interpret what your doctor tells you. You'll be able to ask pertinent questions and make informed decisions. You'll become an informed partner in your care.
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You need to read as much as you can. It's your body; it's your disease.
The Psoriasis Action Network (PAN) is a group of individuals living with psoriasis who work to raise awareness about this condition. They accomplish this by sharing their personal stories with a variety of audiences, including members of the media, the general public, government agencies, the medical community, and fellow patients.
If you'd like to share your experiences with PAN, visit: https://www.psoriasis.org/advocacy. There is no membership fee.
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