Psoriasis Awareness Month, held every August, is dedicated to increasing understanding of psoriasis and supporting the 100 million people living with the condition worldwide. Skin, Bones, Hearts & Private Parts recognizes the month by offering dermatology-focused CME for NPs, PAs, RNs, and physicians. Full-day dermatology sessions are available at our 2026 Pensacola Beach and Orlando conferences, plus multiple virtual and on-demand CME formats.
What Is Psoriasis Awareness Month?
Psoriasis Awareness Month is an annual event held every August to spotlight the stories of people living with psoriasis, increase understanding of the condition, and help spread general knowledge about a skin disease that affects about 100 million people worldwide.
For NPs, PAs, RNs, and physicians, Psoriasis Awareness Month is also an opportunity to sharpen dermatology skills and advance patient care. Recognizing the month with continuing medical education (CME) helps translate awareness into better clinical outcomes.
What Is Psoriasis?
Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition that causes a skin rash with itchy, scaly patches, most commonly on the knees, elbows, trunk, and scalp. This is a common, long-term disease with no cure. Symptoms can be painful, interfere with sleep, and make it hard to concentrate.
The condition tends to go through cycles, flaring for a few weeks or months and then subsiding for a while. Common triggers in people with a genetic predisposition to psoriasis include infections, cuts or burns, and certain medications. Additional factors like stress, alcohol, and cold weather can also drive flare-ups.
Why Psoriasis Awareness Month Matters for NPs and PAs
At Skin, Bones, Hearts & Private Parts, a leading provider of continuing medical education (CME), dermatological care has been a foundational focus ever since our founding in 2011. Awareness weeks and months offer outstanding opportunities to support people who live with challenging conditions, educate medical professionals who care for them, and improve awareness among the public.
The benefits are important. According to a 2020 study, people living with psoriasis often experience diminished quality of life, often due to perceived or real stigmas and misconceptions. For instance, psoriasis is not contagious, but many patients still face social stigma tied to visible skin symptoms. Greater awareness can also help increase research funding for psoriasis, leading to new and better treatments that improve overall outcomes.
How CME Improves Psoriasis Care
According to a study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, CME can make a real difference in patient outcomes. Researchers sought to assess the impact of a performance improvement CME activity on physician practice patterns for patients with psoriasis, an activity developed, implemented, and evaluated by the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD).
The findings were significant. In fact, researchers documented a statistically significant improvement in the advisement of patients with psoriasis regarding their increased risk for cardiovascular disease, in contacting their primary care provider for cardiovascular risk assessment, and in shared decision making regarding the treatment plan. Additionally, the study found an overall statistically significant improvement in history taking per the guidelines.
That means dermatology CME during Psoriasis Awareness Month does more than check a licensure box. It measurably improves how NPs, PAs, and physicians identify, counsel, and treat psoriasis patients.
Ready for Dermatology CME This Psoriasis Awareness Month?
Dermatology full-day sessions are offered at both our Pensacola Beach and Orlando 2026 In-person CME Conferences. There you will learn about topics as varied as skin disorders (including psoriasis), fibromyalgia, skin clearing solutions, skin cancer detection, rashes, and drugs in dermatology, with the opportunity to earn up to 26 CME credits:
- August 31-September 3, 2026: Nashville, TN (Rx=3.50)
- September 15-18, 2026: Pensacola Beach, FL (Rx=4.00)
- October 19-22, 2026: Orlando, FL (Rx=3.50)
- October 27-30, 2026: Denver, CO (Rx=2.75)
- November 10-13, 2026: Las Vegas, NV (Rx=4.50)
Online Dermatology CME Options
If you prefer online CME, Skin, Bones, Hearts & Private Parts offers dermatology-focused CME as part of our online library. Every online format delivers the same expert speakers and evidence-based content as our in-person events, on your schedule.
Virtual CME Conferences
Our Virtual CME Conferences are a fully interactive experience, enabling live streaming directly from one of our in-person CME conferences. You can network with peers and submit questions to the speakers live via the chat function.
On-Demand CME Courses
Our On-Demand CME Courses are the most flexible online option, allowing you to earn CME credits from anywhere at any time. Purchase a pre-recorded course and learn at your own pace. Our comprehensive 22-course Best of the Best of 2025 package, for example, offers 29.25 CME credit hours (Rx=7) and includes courses on dermatology. Other available topics include cardiology, skin and soft tissue infections, diabetes technology, spine assessment, cervical cancer prevention, chronic pain conditions, and more.
On-Demand by Topic: Dermatology
Our On-Demand by Topic dermatology course is worth up to 18 CME credit hours. It offers insight into common skin conditions and rashes, vitiligo and mimickers, drugs for inflammatory conditions, and skin of color conditions.
Encore Virtual CME Events
Encore Virtual CME Events provide recorded sessions from top conferences. You get full access so you can watch when it works for you and earn valuable CME credits along the way. Commit four days to CME and knock it out in less than a week. Or take your time and finish within two years of the release date.
How to Honor Psoriasis Awareness Month in Your Practice
Beyond earning dermatology CME, NPs and PAs can honor Psoriasis Awareness Month in several practical ways:
- Screen at-risk patients for psoriasis during routine visits
- Talk openly with psoriasis patients about the cardiovascular risk connection
- Share evidence-based resources from the National Psoriasis Foundation
- Address the stigma directly, reminding patients that psoriasis is not contagious
- Post educational content on your practice’s social media using #PsoriasisWarrior, #PsoriasisAwareness, and #PsoriasisCommunity
Small clinical and community actions add up. Each one helps push back against the stigma and misinformation that make life harder for patients living with psoriasis.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psoriasis Awareness Month and Dermatology CME
When is Psoriasis Awareness Month?
Ultimately, Psoriasis Awareness Month is held every August. In particular, the month is dedicated to spotlighting people living with psoriasis, increasing public understanding, and encouraging clinicians to sharpen their dermatology skills.
Why does Psoriasis Awareness Month matter for NPs and PAs?
To start, Psoriasis Awareness Month provides a focused opportunity for NPs and PAs to advance their dermatology knowledge. Additionally, participating in dermatology CME during the month improves clinical outcomes for the estimated 100 million people living with psoriasis worldwide.
What dermatology CME topics does Skin Bones cover?
Currently, Skin Bones dermatology CME covers skin disorders including psoriasis, skin cancer detection, rashes, drugs in dermatology, vitiligo and mimickers, drugs for inflammatory conditions, and skin of color conditions.
Where can I earn dermatology CME during Psoriasis Awareness Month 2026?
Notably, Skin Bones offers dermatology full-day sessions at the Pensacola Beach 2026 conference (September 15 to 18) and the Orlando 2026 conference (October 19 to 22). Additionally, online dermatology CME is available through on-demand, virtual, and Encore Series options.
Can I earn dermatology CME online?
Absolutely. In fact, Skin Bones offers dermatology CME through the Best of the Best of 2025 on-demand package, the On-Demand by Topic dermatology course (up to 18 CME credit hours), the Encore Virtual CME series, and virtual live conferences.
Is psoriasis contagious?
No. Specifically, psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition, not an infection. Regardless, patients often face social stigma tied to visible symptoms, which is one of the reasons awareness efforts remain so important.
How does CME improve psoriasis care?
Notably, research published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology found that CME participation led to statistically significant improvements in cardiovascular risk counseling, shared decision-making, and guideline-based history taking for psoriasis patients.
Commit to Advancing Psoriasis Care This August
Make this August the month you commit to learning more about psoriasis and advancing your dermatology skills. Register today for a Skin Bones CME conference or online course, and be part of the clinical community driving better outcomes for psoriasis patients. You can also join the conversation on social media using #PsoriasisWarrior, #PsoriasisAwareness, and #PsoriasisCommunity.
Whether you take in an in-person CME Conference at a destination location, or via our online courses, like our Best of the Best of 2025, or virtual CME conferences, such as our Encore Virtual CME event series, you will learn from the best of the medical community as you earn CME credits, network, and gain knowledge on cardiology and emergency medicine, obesity, dermatology, diabetes, orthopedics, and men and women’s health. We also offer the best value per CME credit in the CME training industry.
Ready to honor Psoriasis Awareness Month with meaningful dermatology CME? Choose the conference or online format that works for your schedule, and take the next step in advancing your clinical practice.