Dhaka:World Psoriasis Day 2027 was observed today at Bangladesh Medical University (BMU) with a focus on the theme 'Look Beyond My Skin.' Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. FM Siddiqui highlighted that psoriasis is not contagious and can be effectively managed with proper treatment.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the event included a colorful awareness rally, organized jointly by the Psoriasis Awareness Club and the Bangladesh Dermatologist Society, which commenced from the university's Bot Tola area. Following the rally, a seminar was conducted at the Super Specialized Hospital.
Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. FM Siddiqui inaugurated the rally, which saw participation from teachers, physicians, residents, officials, nurses, and employees from various levels of the university's Department of Dermatology and Venereology. In his address, Professor Siddiqui emphasized that psoriasis patients should not be subjected to isolation or neglect, as the disease is not contagious. He also noted the visibility of psoriasis on the skin and mentioned that one-third of patients suffer from arthritis, which can be controlled if diagnosed and treated early.
Professor Siddiqui warned that without adequate control, the arthritis associated with psoriasis could become destructive, affecting mobility. He highlighted the advances in medical science that offer modern treatment methods, enabling patients to live normal and healthy lives even with psoriasis. He urged physicians and media professionals to raise public awareness about the controllability of psoriasis through treatment.
The event was attended by BMU's Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Academic) Professor Dr. Md Nazrul Islam, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Administration) Professor Dr. Md Abul Kalam Azad, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research and Development) Professor Dr. Md Mujibur Rahman Howlader, and other notable figures from the medical community, including the President of the Bangladesh Dermatologist Society and the President of the Psoriasis Awareness Club. Special guests included the Director General of the Directorate General of Medical Education and other officials.