• Share the latest HS management techniques
  • Create HS research opportunities and education for Canadian Dermatologists and mentorship for residents
  • Establish cross-specialty dialogue to improve HS patient outcomes
  • Collaborate with international HS foundations to optimize research, education and patient care
a guide to living with hs provided by the canadian hidradenitis suppurativa foundation.

Diagnosed with HS?

A Guide to Hidradentitis Suppurativa: Living with HS aims to help individuals with Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) to learn more about HS and how to effectively manage this condition. In conjunction with patients, this book is suitable for family members and friends of HS patients, as well as generalist healthcare practitioners who would like to increase their understanding of HS and the challenges associated with this condition.

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Note: Deadline for application as of September 24, 2024

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What Is Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)?

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a painful, long-term skin condition that causes abscesses and scarring on the skin. The exact cause of hidradenitis suppurativa is unknown, but it occurs near hair follicles where there are sweat glands, usually around the groin, bottom, breasts and armpits.

THE PAIN IS TO THE CORE, TO THE POINT WHERE IT IS DEBILITATING. AS A RESULT, I LEARNT TO LANCE MY LESIONS.
WE REALLY NEED MORE DISEASE AWARENESS AND SUPPORT.

Joshua
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Members

Executive Committee:

Helene Veillette – President (Quebec),  Lauren Lam – Vice-President (Alberta), Chris Keeling (Alberta) – Secretary/Treasurer, Susan Poelman – Past President (Alberta)

Board Members:
Ms. Pat Coutts (Ontario),  Ralph George (Ontario), Danielle Marcoux (Quebec), Simon Wong (British Columbia), Dr. Helene Veillette (Quebec), Rochelle Tonkin (Alberta), Raed Alhusayen (Ontario), Marni Wiseman (Manitoba), Jessica Asgarpour (Ontario)
Should you have any general health concerns or specific dermatological issues, we highly recommend that you first consult with your General Practitioner (GP) and obtain a referral to a dermatologist as needed. However, if you are specifically interested in participating in the INCYTE Clinical Research Study, please feel free to contact me directly for more information and guidance on this particular opportunity.