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This site is Penny's way of
Staying Happy, Staying
Healthy
while living with Psoriasis!!
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*~* Alert *~*
Psoriasis drug Raptiva is withdrawn due to risk of fatal brain infection. The
maker of the psoriasis drug Raptiva (efalizumab) is pulling the drug from the U.S. market because of its association with a rare and usually fatal brain infection. Psoriasis
patients taking Raptiva should immediately talk to their doctor about finding an alternative treatment, says the National
Psoriasis Foundation. Stopping Raptiva abruptly could lead to a severe psoriasis flare, so patients should be sure to talk
to their doctors before they stop treatment. Genentech,
the drug’s maker, has announced a phased withdrawal of the drug, which is associated with a higher risk of developing
progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), which can attack people with weakened immune systems. Genentech researchers say that Raptiva’s effects
typically wear off by 12 weeks after the patient’s last dose. “The risk of developing PML after 12 weeks should
be greatly reduced,” said Bruce Bebo, Ph.D., Psoriasis Foundation research director. “Raptiva has a fairly short
life in the immune system once the patient stops using the drug.” The removal of
Raptiva underscores the need for more and better treatment options for people with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis.
We need your help to stop this backward trend and demand that people
with psoriatic diseases have access to safe and effective treatments. Here are three ways you can help right now: · Write your senator and representatives in Congress, asking them to support
the Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis Research, Cure and Care Act. ·
Donate your DNA to the National Psoriasis Victor Henschel BioBank to be used for psoriasis research. · Support Alyssa’s Fund, a campaign dedicated to finding what role the immune system
plays in causing psoriatic diseases.
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Juliet
decided to return to her schooling.. she is following her life interest in geology. Juliet's daughters, are
both attending college at this time. Jennifer (left) has started her third year in pursuit of her
teacher credential at Cal State Bakersfield. Jessica (right) in July will start her third year at the USAFAcademy, with
a major in management!
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Now a few words from Penny..
I
am CLEAR!!!
I now go when and where I wish to travel, be
it close or far.
This is a photo of me on the Suzuki website.
I am wearing shorts and putting my hair up!!
YES..... I am once again enjoying
my Life!!
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Wishing 'ALL' a Blessed 2009
for information..
Penny is more than happy to assist
at all times!
It is never to late to support loved ones
who suffer through life with psoriasis.. if you or someone you know has psoriasis, please come to our meeting..
friends and family members of psoriaric sufferers are always welcome!
Reminding all to 'Remember
it is 'OKAY' to have Psoriasis.
Stay Happy, Stay Healthy!! Penny
The National Psoriasis Foundation, through their support group
program, provides general information and opinions to better understand psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis and related conditions.
The
information and opinions provided are not intended as specific medical advice, and should not be relied upon as a substitute
for consultations with a qualified physician for diagnosis, treament recommendations and answers to specific questions.
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