Diagnosis-specific foundations
NIAMS Acne Information for Patients
Evidence-based NIH patient information on severe acne treatment options and specialist referrals.
The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS/NIH) publishes free patient-friendly information on severe acne (including cystic and nodular acne), treatment options (topicals, antibiotics, isotretinoin/Accutane, hormonal therapy), specialist referrals, and iPLEDGE program navigation for patients prescribed isotretinoin. Connects patients to CDC-funded community health centers for low-cost dermatology care.
Who qualifies
A quick look at who this program is designed to help.
Where
Income
Age
Conditions
Insurance
Stage of care
How it works
- 1
Fill out the application
The program runs its own application. We'll send you straight there.
- 2
Submit your documents
Upload or send the documents listed above, following the program's instructions.
- 3
Receive your benefit
If approved, the benefit kicks in based on the program's timeline.
Ready to apply?
Start your application on the program's own website. We'll keep your matches ready when you come back.