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DATE: 5/15/2026

A Voice That Transforms Care: Laura’s Impact on Patient-Centered Medicine

A Voice That Transforms Care: Laura’s Impact on Patient-Centered Medicine

We’re proud to celebrate Laura’s continued advocacy through her recent presentation at the BEDS (Bedside Excellence Development Series) at Northwestern,...

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DATE: 5/8/2026

Approval Received for Ammonium Lactate Cream

Approval Received for Ammonium Lactate Cream

Zydus Lifesciences recently received final approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) for its 12% Ammonium Lactate Cream,...

DATE: 5/08/2026

Recipient of the Perseverance Award

Recipient of the Perseverance Award

Nine-year-old Zoe Ng of Singapore, who lives with harlequin ichthyosis, was recently honored with the Perseverance Award at the AWWA...

DATE: 05/01/2026

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Ichthyosis Awareness Month

Ichthyosis Awareness Month

A national awareness campaign for members and all affected by ichthyosis to create awareness about ichthyosis. One month each year...

Ichthyosis Awareness Month

DATE: 5/1/2026

Applications Now Accepted for Weary Air Conditioner Fund

Applications Now Accepted for Weary Air Conditioner Fund

Terry and Robert Melton have created The Weary Fund through a generous contribution in honor of Terry’s parents, Dr. Peyton...

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DATE: 05/01/2026

FIRST-Aid Skin Care Fund Applications Now Open

FIRST-Aid Skin Care Fund Applications Now Open

FIRST-Aid is a program created to help provide meaningful support to individuals affected with ichthyosis in the management of their...

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DATE: 4/22/2026

Why Ichthyosis Research Matters and Why Participation is Key

Why Ichthyosis Research Matters and Why Participation is Key

For individuals and families affected by ichthyosis, research is more than science, it’s hope. Ongoing studies and clinical trials are...

DATE: 4/20/2026

Immunomodulatory Therapy May Reduce Some Comorbidities in Congenital Ichthyosis

Immunomodulatory Therapy May Reduce Some Comorbidities in Congenital Ichthyosis

In plain terms:Scientists are exploring medications that “dial down” the immune system. For some people with ichthyosis, this may improve...

DATE: 03/05/2026

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Phase 3 Setback for TMB-001 Spurs Hopeful Out-Licensing of Vehicle in Congenital Ichthyosis

Phase 3 Setback for TMB-001 Spurs Hopeful Out-Licensing of Vehicle in Congenital Ichthyosis

You asked for it and they listened! Update on TMB-001: A Setback — But Not the End of the Story...

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DATE: 03/09/2026

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A Weekend of Connection

A Weekend of Connection

This past February, families gathered in the heart of the Texas Hill Country for a meaningful and memorable experience at...

Camp Dermadillo

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