The Melanin Initiative's Podcast
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The Melanin Initiative's Podcast
Psoriasis Is NOT Just a Skin Issue — Here’s the Truth!
If your skin feels “different” but you’re constantly told it’s just dry skin, dandruff, or eczema—this episode is for YOU.
August is Psoriasis Awareness Month. In this episode, we’re breaking the silence around psoriasis in Black and Brown communities. You’ll walk away finally understanding why your symptoms may have been ignored or misdiagnosed for years—and more importantly, what you can do right now to get the right answers, treatment, and support.
🎯 This isn’t just about psoriasis—it’s about not settling when your health concerns are brushed off.
✨ What You’ll Gain from This Episode:
✅ Learn how to tell if it’s more than just dry skin—and what psoriasis really looks like on melanated skin
✅ Discover the connection between skin symptoms, joint pain, and fatigue—and what it could mean
✅ Get questions to ask at your next doctor’s visit so you don’t get dismissed again
✅ See how to build a care team—including dermatologists, rheumatologists, and therapists—even with limited access
✅ Find out where to turn for culturally competent care and judgment-free support
💡 If you’re tired of feeling unheard in healthcare, this episode will give you tools, validation, and real next steps to feel empowered in your body again.
You deserve to be seen, heard, and cared for—no matter your skin tone.
🎧 Listen to the full episode here:
YouTube: https://youtu.be/5jBhIJOlsh8
Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2186156/episodes/17590402
Check out our Dermatology Playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9JOBtZK2EE&list=PL-gEmMXD5N0Sn_Qht96982q5zBgGOQewK
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Resources Mentioned:
www.thepsoriasiscollective.com
National Psoriasis Foundation: www.psoriasis.org
Connect with Ayesha Patrick, MSM-PSAL:
Instagram: @sistaswithpsoriasis
Facebook: The PsoriaSis Collective
Tik Tok: @sistaswpsoriasis
Private FB Group: Black Women With Psoriasis
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ayesha-patrick-msm-psal-12a06a42
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