Podcasts - 02 Jun `25Sixty Years Of Vitiligo Research — Where Are We Now and What Comes Next? (Ep. 35)

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For decades, vitiligo was dismissed as “just cosmetic” — but today, it’s driving some of the most exciting breakthroughs in dermatology.

In this episode, we break down what’s changing, what’s coming, and why there’s finally real hope on the horizon.

From its overlooked beginnings to a market now worth billions, vitiligo is undergoing a scientific renaissance — thanks in no small part to relentless patient advocacy and the rising influence of World Vitiligo Day.

Whether you’re newly diagnosed, supporting someone with vitiligo, or just curious about what’s next — this episode gives you the full picture, in plain language.

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