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Event
Eastside Park, Paterson, NJ
We Love Your Spots! Join us - Rain Or Shine - for vitiligo awareness walk. Registration opens at 9 am, walk begins at 10 am. For more information contact Crainysha Rutherford @ teamkhori_vitiligobeauty@yahoo.com or via Facebook
A recent visit of Crainysha's family to Vitiligo Research Foundation office, pictured here with Alina Dickey, VRF General Manager:
FAQOther Questions
- Which diseases most commonly accompany vitiligo?
Vitiligo is an autoimmune disease and is frequently associated with other autoimmune diseases, acccording to a 10-year study. The exact diseases that accompany vitiligo can vary...
- Does vitiligo increase the risk of skin cancer?
No, it does not. Despite common misconceptions, people with vitiligo are actually at a lower risk of developing skin cancer, including both nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC) and ma...
- How can I explain vitiligo to my children?
Vitiligo can be puzzling for a child because a person who has it isn't "ill" in a common sense. To choose the right words to explain vitiligo diagnosis to a child, first consi...
Though it is not always easy to treat vitiligo, there is much to be gained by clearly understanding the diagnosis, the future implications, treatment options and their outcomes.
Many people deal with vitiligo while remaining in the public eye, maintaining a positive outlook, and having a successful career.
Copyright (C) Bodolóczki JúliaBy taking a little time to fill in the anonymous questionnaire, you can help researchers better understand and fight vitiligo.