When will GPP Awareness Day be celebrated? August 13th of each calendar year.
What is GPP Awareness Day? Generalized Pustular Psoriasis (GPP) is a rare, potentially life-threatening form of psoriasis that is often misdiagnosed or conflated with other skin conditions. Many patients experience severe flares which may lead to hospitalization, disability, and profound disruptions in quality of life. GPP Awareness Day raises the profile of those living with Generalized Pustular Psoriasis (GPP) and bring additional awareness and education to discuss their condition and advocate for effective treatments and tools to manage their disease.
How should GPP Awareness Day be celebrated or observed? Unite to make a difference in the lives of those affected by Generalized Pustular Psoriasis (GPP). Increase awareness and encourage patients to discuss their condition with their healthcare provider (HCP) or dermatologist to find the most effective treatments and tools to manage the disease.
Why was GPP Awareness Day created? Generalized Pustular Psoriasis (GPP) is a rare disease with approximately 1 in every 10,000 people being affected with a higher prevalence in females. GPP Awareness Day brings this rare disease to the forefront of dermatological skin conditions and increase awareness for both patients suffering and for healthcare providers (HCPs) alike. LEO Pharma would like to provide general education, screening tools and discussion guides to align with advocacy and patient support organizations that are available to assist patients suffering to help find treatment and relief.
Who created this day? This day was created by LEO Pharma in 2026.