This year’s topic Boots on the Ground: Finding Your Pathway, represents another powerful ad successful story of resilience, strength and determination from those living with Vitiligo, as we celebrate World Vitiligo Day, this June 25th, 2024. We are reminded that this day serves as a pivotal moment to unite communities worldwide in the fight against […]

June 13, 2024, marks a decade since the launch of International Albinism Awareness Day. This year’s theme, “10 years of IAAD: A decade of collective progress,” is an invitation to: → Celebrate the strides made within the movement, with renewed commitment for the future; → Highlight the tireless efforts of albinism groups from around the world; → […]

Skin Cancer Prevention: People with albinism are at a significantly higher risk of developing skin cancer due to their increased sensitivity to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. The absence of melanin, which provides some protection against UV rays, makes their skin more susceptible to damage from sun exposure. While vitiligo itself does not increase the risk of […]

The CSD will be hosting an educational briefing for Congress Members and their Staff along with dermatology stakeholders, April 23rd, over the lunch hour from 12:30 – 1:30 pm in the Nancy Pelosi Caucus Room (Cannon Building). The meeting will feature Dr. Lindsey Criswell, Director of NIAMS covering the latest Research Developments in Skin, Dr. […]