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Psoriasis and Air Pollution: Are They Related?

Investigators drew upon the UK Biobank to assess the impact of air pollution exposure on incident psoriasis.

Patients with Inflammatory Autoimmune Diseases Need “Urgent” CV and HTN Management

A new systematic review and meta-analysis provides more-detailed information on the greater risk for hypertension and cardiovascular events among patients with inflammatory autoimmune diseases.

Early Detection of Joint Damage in Patients with Psoriasis: What Works?

A comparison of patients with PsO and PsA identified several possible predictors for the progression from PsO to PsA, and examined whether MRI scans improved prediction of PsA.

Psoriasis, Overweight, and Vitamin D: Is There an Association?

Investigators conducted a population-based study to determine the role of vitamin D deficiency in psoriasis and how body mass index might mediate the relationship.