Thank you to the family of Linda Fitzpatrick for their generous donation
The family and friends of the late, Linda Fitzpatrick, have marked her life by completing a sponsored kayaking river journey, with all proceeds donated to the ISF. On the August bank holiday weekend, four novice kayakers, Fitzpatrick Beere Byrne and Quinlan (FBBQ) Kayaking Team, undertook a 3-day sponsored kayak from Laois to Wexford to honour […]
Changing the way the world sees dermatology through the GRIDD project
The GRIDD project is the first global patient-initiated and patient-led impact research study in dermatology. Global Research on the Impact of Dermatological Diseases (GRIDD)Â was launched in 2017 by the International Alliance of Dermatology Patient Organizations (GlobalSkin) and aims to measure the disease burden across a wide spectrum of dermatological diseases and by developing and implementing […]
Call for people with HS who may wish to take part in HSE Living Well Programme
Calling all those living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)! Would you be interested in taking part in the HSE Living Well Programme, designed to help manage living with a chronic condition? There’s still time to register before the first session of the course starts on Tuesday, 21st September. Registration details below. What is the Living Well […]
Ireland AM SunSmart Interview
Listen back to Shirley telling her story on Ireland AM, Virgin Media about developing melanoma skin cancer that almost cost her her life. Consultant Dermatologist, Professor Anne-Marie Tobin also gives advice on how protect your skin and be #SunSmart this Summer! Click to Watch! For more media coverage on SunSmart: Irish Examiner: Skin deep: Children’s skin […]
Protecting your family while out in the sunshine
First published in June 2017, updated June 2021 Playing and spending time outdoors is such an important part of childhood but it is crucial that children are protected and safe in the sun. Increased vulnerability Compared with adults, children’s skin is much more vulnerable to the damaging effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. Young children’s […]
Being SunSmart: At a glance
Why be SunSmart? Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in Ireland. Yet, in most cases, it is also one of the most preventable forms of cancer. You can reduce your risk by avoiding overexposure to ultraviolet radiation (UV) from sunlight or artificial sources e.g. sunbeds. Reduce your risk, protect your skin: Be […]
SunSmart video series encourages everyone to enjoy the sun safely
ISF, NCCP, ULHG and Healthy Ireland SunSmart launch video series to increase awareness and adoption of skin cancer preventative behaviours to help reduce the risk of skin cancer, the most common cancer in Ireland The ISF and Dr Sinead Field, Consultant Dermatologist at University Hospital Limerick, in association with HSE’s National Cancer Control Programme (NCCP), […]
Watch our webinar ‘Understanding Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)’
Did you miss our webinar on, Understanding Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)? No problem, watch it below. In this SkinSideOut webinar, on HS Awareness Week 2021, Consultant Dermatologist, Prof Brian Kirby spoke about current treatments for HS and what’s coming down the line and long-time HS patient advocates, Barry McGrath and Suzanne Moloney about their journey to […]
RTÉ Interview on Living with Psoriasis
In the recording below, Irish broadcaster Zoe Ryan, who has lived with psoriasis since childhood, speaks with Oliver Callan about her journey to diagnosis and the effect psoriasis can have on mental health, quality of life and overall wellbeing. For more information about psoriasis, visit our Psoriasis Section to download our booklet, What you need to […]
Self-Care Tips for Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) Awareness Week takes place the June 3-9, this year. The following general measures can be very helpful in the management of Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS). 1: Stop smoking Research has shown that people with Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) are far more likely to be smokers. Smoking is thought to worsen HS and stopping smoking […]
