Social Media Messages- World Psoriasis Day 2019The following is a collection of suggested text and images to share on social media. You will notice that there is one image for each of the messages in our four pillars. If you feel inspired, please feel free to adapt the messages to your organization’s work. When our efforts are aligned, we will have greater impact. Remember, our official hashtags are:

#letsgetconnected#estemosconectados#worldpsoriasisday

Let’s get connected, and happy World Psoriasis Day 2019!

Image TextWeek 1: Psoriasis is connected to co-morbidities

Did you know that #psoriasis is linked to other health concerns such as #PsoriaticArthritis, #HeartDisease, #diabetes, and #MentalHealth? Let's make these connections. #letsgetconnected #worldpsoriasisday #estemosconectadosThe co-morbidities of #psoriasis and #psoriaticarthritis include #heartdisease, #mentalhealth struggles, #diabetes, #ulcerativecolitis, and certain types of #cancer. Being informed is the first step! #letsgetconnected #worldpsoriasisday #estemosconectados

Psoriasis patients should be screened for co-morbidities. Early detection is critical. Ask your #GP to test you for diseases linked to #psoriasis and #psoriaticarthritis. #letsgetconnected #worldpsoriasisday #estemosconectadosMany people living with #psoriasis and #psoriaticarthritis also struggle with #mentalhealth as a consequence of their disease. You are not alone! Let's connect with resources and supportive communities for help. #letsgetconnected #worldpsoriasisday #estemosconectadosBecause people living with #psoriasis are similarly affected by other diseases, the expense of living with #Pso can be higher than we think. Early detection and treatment of co-morbidities is critical. #letsgetconnected #worldpsoriasisday #estemosconectados

Week 2: Patients must be able to get connected to quality healthcare research

Patients have a right to be informed of new research about their disease. Let's make sure that everyone living with #psoriasis and #psoriaticarthritis has access to information about their condition. #letsgetconnected #worldpsoriasisday #estemosconectados

No one should be left behind! All patients are equal and should have the same access to healthcare. #psoriasis #psoriaticarthritis #letsgetconnected #worldpsoriasisday #estemosconectados #HealthforAllTake the first step towards your well-being. Find a #PrimaryCare physician, #Dermatologist, and other specialists who are informed about #psoriasis and its co-morbidities. #letsgetconnected #worldpsoriasisday #estemosconectadosWhen it comes to health sciences, the patient perspective is vital. Solid connections between patients and the scientific community create more meaningful progress. #letsgetconnected #worldpsoriasisday #estemosconectadosWe want to see more connections between the scientific community and the patients they serve. Patients should be trained and involved in the medication development cycle. #letsgetconnected #worldpsoriasisday #estemosconectados

Week 3: We become empowered by connecting to supportive communities

Join your local #psoriasis association to find resources and encouragement in managing #Pso and #PsA! #letsgetconnected #worldpsoriasisday #estemosconectados

We are many and we are stronger when we connect together! #psoriasis #psoriaticarthritis #letsgetconnected #worldpsoriasisday #estemosconectados

Many people living with #Pso and #PsA experience mental health impacts. You are not alone! Get connected with other people in the #psoriasis community for support. #letsgetconnected #worldpsoriasisday #estemosconectadosYour story is valuable! Connect with other people living with #psoriasis to share your experience. You will inspire others. #letsgetconnected #worldpsoriasisday #estemosconectados

Looking for support? Get involved with your local #psoriasis association! Visit https://ifpa-pso.com/about/members/ for a list of our member associations. #worldpsoriasisday #letsgetconnected #estemosconectados

Week 4: Connected organizations can fight more effectively for people living with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis.

We are stronger when we connect. Let’s align our efforts for greater impact! #worldpsoriasisday #letsgetconnected #estemosconectados

Each of our members and partners have unique skills. Together, we can change the lives of millions of people living with #psoriasis and #psoriaticarthritis. #worldpsoriasisday #letsgetconnected #estemosconectadosWhen we apply our collective efforts towards a common goal, we amplify our voices and magnify our impact. #worldpsoriasisday #letsgetconnected #estemosconectados

#Psoriasis is not an isolated illness. It is connected to other non-communicable diseases. When we connect with our partners, our message becomes more powerful. #worldpsoriasisday #letsgetconnected #estemosconectadosWith every project our community is changing the lives of people who have #psoriasis. For WPD, we celebrate our partner organizations and the work we have done together. #letsgetconnected! #worldpsoriasisday #estemosconectados