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This year, non-profit organization Vitiligo Bond will celebrate its 5th anniversary as vitiligo awareness month in Georgia. Special thanks to Nathan Deal, Governor Of Georgia, who have recently confirmed his commitment to raising awareness for vitiligo. Natasha Pierre McCarthy, founder of Vitiligo Bond, and Congressman Hank Johnson have also requested a national proclamation from President Obama. For more details, visit Vitiligo Bond website: www.vitiligobond.org
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- Pyrostegia venusta as a folk medicine for vitiligo?
Pyrostegia venusta is a neotropical evergreen vine widely spread in Brazil throughout fields, at the coast, edge of the woods and along roadsides (see photo below). Popularly kn...
- Is it Bitiligo? Vitaligo? Veteligo?
There are so many different ways that people try and spell or even pronounce Vitiligo. Here are some common mis-spellings: bitiligo, vitigo, vitaligo, vitilago, vitiglio, vita...
- Which skin conditions can be mistaken for vitiligo?
Vitiligo is a common skin condition with characteristic milky white patches of irregular shape. However, several other skin conditions exhibit similar symptoms that can lead to ...
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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