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Event
Vitiligo book gifting
Boston, MA
The first Vitiligo Library Grant 2020 is awarded to VITFriends from Boston, MA. The pilot project is led by Valarie Molyneaux, President of VITFriends, while VRF covers a part of the expense and provides free books. We'll be personally delivering 100 paperback copies to VITFriends on Saturday, September 21st.
FAQOther Questions
- Isn't it just a cosmetic disorder?
Contrary to popular belief, vitiligo is not merely a cosmetic issue but a complex autoimmune disorder that affects the body’s largest organ—along with other vital systems—and is...
- I have vitiligo: will my children have vitiligo, too?
If you have vitiligo, it’s natural to worry about your children. While there is a genetic component, vitiligo is not a straightforward hereditary disease like eye color or heigh...
- Can a gluten-free diet help with vitiligo?
It's very unlikely. We have specifically looked into claims that gluten-free diet may ease symptoms of vitiligo, or completely reverse it, and found no firm scientific evidence ...
Though it is not always easy to treat vitiligo, there is much to be gained by clearly understanding the diagnosis, the future implications, treatment options and their outcomes.
Many people deal with vitiligo while remaining in the public eye, maintaining a positive outlook, and having a successful career.
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