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"Speaking of Vitiligo..."

I am a physician-scientist who focuses my clinical and research efforts on vitiligoI am a physician-scientist who focuses my clinical and research efforts on vitiligo, and therefore I think about this disease a lot – all the time, in fact. Therefore I thought it would be helpful to share my thoughts with others who are interested in vitiligo as well, particularly the patients who suffer from it and their loved ones. I want to make clear that while I am affiliated with many vitiligo organizations, my comments in this blog are my own, and do not reflect the opinions of those organizations. In addition, my research is largely focused on finding new treatments, and ultimately a cure, for vitiligo. This work is supported by a number of sources, including pharmaceutical companies, which by definition creates potential conflicts of interest. In full disclosure, here is a list of our vitiligo research supporters. Please know that, to the best of my ability, all of my comments are unbiased reflections of my understanding of vitiligo as both a physician and scientist. I do not permit advertisements on my website, and do not endorse companies or products that may advertise on other sites that may be referenced here.

  • image of two barbie dolls and a ken doll with vitiligo
    Wednesday, July 17, 2024

    Beyond the Toy Box: A Deeper Dive into Vitiligo Representation in Toys

    Vitiligo representation is growing in toys! Dolls, video games, and more now feature vitiligo. This promotes acceptance and understanding of vitiligo.

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    Tuesday, June 25, 2024

    What is World Vitiligo Day?

    World Vitiligo Day, June 25th, is a day to raise awareness about the vitiligo, advocate for people with it, and foster a strong sense of community.

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  • woman applying topical ointment on her back
    Thursday, June 06, 2024

    A New Hope for Repigmentation: JAK Inhibitors and Vitiligo

    JAK inhibitors are a medications that show promise in treating vitiligo by interrupting the immune system signals that attack melanocytes.

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  • illustration of the boston skyline with the prudential center colored in purple
    Monday, May 20, 2024

    Boston Goes Purple for World Vitiligo Day 2024

    Boston goes purple for World Vitiligo Day (June 25th, 2024)! Landmarks lit up to raise awareness for vitiligo.

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  • john-harris-vitiligo-presentation.jpg
    Monday, March 04, 2024

    The Future of Vitiligo Research is Now: A Look Back at the VCORT Symposium

    Vitiligo research advances! UMass Chan's VCORT Symposium brings together experts for breakthroughs in treatment and cures.

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  • vitiligo-bill-h976-blog-post.jpg
    Saturday, July 01, 2023

    Bill H.976: Expanding Vitiligo Treatment Access for All

    A an act requiring full health insurance coverage for individuals with vitiligo that has been proposed by Reps Rob Consalvo and John J. Lawn, Jr.

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  • Presentation: A Breakthrough in Skin Disease Advances: Treatment Options for Autoimmunity" by John E Harris MD, PhD. There is a button below the text that says "WATCH NOW!
    Monday, May 15, 2023

    A Breakthrough in Skin Disease Advances Treatment Options for Autoimmunity

    Dr. John Harris discusses breakthroughs in vitiligo and how they've helped advance treatment options for many autoimmune diseases

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  • Sudhit Rao Vitiligo.jpg
    Tuesday, September 21, 2021

    IN HIS WORDS - Sudhit Rao

    I am a rising senior in high school from Cupertino, CA. I am passionate about vitiligo, in part due to having been diagnosed with segmental vitiligo a couple of years ago. I have been reading and researching vitiligo, including following Dr. Harris’s research and other blogs such as TheVitpro.com from Caroline Haye.

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