Psoriasis? We Look at Taltz(TM)
TaltzTM (Ixekizumab) is an injectable medicine used to treat those 6 years of age and older with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis. It is a...
Traditional Chinese Medicine is a proven, effective, centuries-old system of medicine that is especially effective in treating skin conditions.
We Take A Look at Opzelura (TM)
OpzeluraTM is a relatively new medication, receiving FDA approval in 2021 as the first topical treatment of its kind for atopic dermatitis (eczema). It is...
NEA Video: S’More Time with Doctor Olivia
S’more Time With the Doc features a doctor and a patient or caregiver discussing topics that often get missed during office visits. This series, produced...
Dr. Olivia on “Eczema Outloud”
The National Eczema Association’s “Eczema Outloud” podcast features Dr. Olivia Hsu Friedman on the March 30, 2023, episode titled: “A Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner Explains...
Chi: Your Body’s Inner Healer
All Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), including acupuncture and herbal medicine, is based on the concept of the invisible life force in our body, called “Chi”...
Clues from the Chinese Body Clock
You’ve most likely heard of the Chinese zodiac, and maybe you even know your Chinese animal year. While we typically read the characteristics of each...
We Look at New Psoriasis Medication – SOTYKTU®
The FDA approved the new prescription treatment for Psoriasis, Sotyktu®, in September of 2022. Produced by Bristol Meyers Squibb, Sotyktu® is an oral medication, taken...
Combining Acupuncture with Herbal Medicine for Skin Health
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has multiple modes of treatment, but its main tools are herbal medicine and acupuncture. For those seeking to heal a chronic...
FAQ: Switching from Skyrizi® to Herbal Medicine
A new prescription medication Skyrizi® was approved for patients with plaque psoriasis in April 2019. However, some patients may experience negative side effects. Others may...