Living with hidradenitis suppurativa: practical advice and support
Each June, Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) Awareness Week provides an important opportunity to improve understanding of HS and highlight practical ways to help manage this complex condition. For many people living with HS, the journey to diagnosis can be long and frustrating. Research suggests that symptoms may be present for an average of 10 years before […]
Remembering Fergus Slattery, Patron of the Irish Skin Foundation
The Irish Skin Foundation is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Fergus Slattery, Patron of the Irish Skin Foundation. Widely regarded as one of Ireland’s finest rugby players, Fergus represented Ireland 61 times and captained his country during a distinguished international career. He was inducted into the International Rugby Hall of Fame in […]
Campaign Launch: Coalition Against Sunbeds calls for total ban of sunbeds
Today (Wednesday, 27 May) is a significant day in our efforts to prevent skin cancer. We are proud to join the Coalition Against Sunbeds, to call on Government to urgently set out its timeline to introduce a ban on sunbeds. The newly launched Coalition Against Sunbeds has called for a total ban on sunbeds, which […]
Understanding Rosacea: Symptoms, Triggers, and Everyday Management
Rosacea is a common, chronic inflammatory skin condition that affects up to 10% of people. Rosacea is more commonly seen in people with fair skin, particularly those of Celtic descent. While it most often appears in adults aged 30–60, it can occur at any stage of life. April is Rosacea Awareness Month, offering an important […]
Minister for Public Health, Wellbeing and the National Drugs Strategy publishes sunbed reports
The following press release was issued by The Department of Health on March 26, 2026 and is shared here with their kind permission. Press Release: Friday 26 March 2026 The Minister for Public Health, Wellbeing and the National Drugs Strategy, Jennifer Murnane O’Connor TD, has today published two reports on commercial sunbed use in Ireland. They […]
Patient Seminar in Cutaneous Lymphoma
The Cutaneous Lymphoma Foundation, Irish Skin Foundation and Trinity St. James’s Cancer Institute invite you to a Patient Seminar in Cutaneous Lymphoma Saturday, 25th April 20260900 – 1300Registration begins at 0900 Durkan Lecture TheatreTrinity Translational Medicine InstituteSt. James’s Hospital, James StDublin 8, Ireland For directions to the Durkan Lecture Theatre, visithttps://www.tcd.ie/ttmi/venues/ and scroll to the […]
WLRFM Interview on Psoriasis with Caroline Irwin
WLR FM’s, The Saturday Café show recently invited former ISF board member and patient advocate Caroline Irwin, to speak about her experience of living with psoriasis. During the interview Caroline highlighted the physical and emotional impact psoriasis can have but emphasised the importance of accessing the right information/support and linking in with your GP and/or […]
Why might acne flare in January? Here are some things to consider to help get it back on track.
Some people may notice that their acne worsens in January, just when they are hoping for a “fresh start” for the new year and for their skin. This can be frustrating and disheartening, particularly after making New Year’s resolutions to improve health and wellbeing. However, acne flares at this time of year are not uncommon. […]
Professor Alan Irvine features in the annual Clarivate Highly Cited Researchers List of 2025
Professor Alan Irvine, Consultant Dermatologist and founding (2011-16) board member of the Irish Skin Foundation (ISF), has been featured in the annual Clarivate Highly Cited Researchers List 2025.. The ISF wish to extend our congratulations to Professor Irvine, on receiving this wonderful recognition. The following press release was issued by Children’s Health Ireland (CHI), on […]
Psoriasis Focus: World Psoriasis Day 2025
To mark World Psoriasis Day, 29 October 2025, we’re delighted to share a special edition newsletter dedicated to psoriasis. Inside, you’ll find the latest news, features and updates, including Caroline Irwin’s “Living with Psoriasis” interview in the Irish Farmer’s Journal, helpful resources, and our psoriasis survey — open to anyone aged 18 or over who […]