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 […]
SECURE-AD Update: How do COVID-19 vaccinations affect patients with eczema?
The SECURE-AD patient survey is adapting to include the question, ‘How does the COVID-19 vaccination affect patients with eczema?’ In 2020, the SECURE-AD Patient survey was launched to understand how COVID-19 infections impacted on patients with eczema. The results will be available shortly as the research team are preparing their first scientific publication. Preliminary results […]
Watch our webinar on ‘The Future of Atopic Eczema Care in Ireland’
Did you miss our webinar on, The Future of Atopic Eczema Care in Ireland? No problem, watch it below. In this SkinSideOut webinar, our panel, eczema patient advocate, Paul Herriott; Consultant Dermatologist, Prof Alan Irvine; and Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Dermatology and ISF Clinical Helpline Manager, Carmel Blake talk about recent medical advancements in the […]
Webinar: The Future of Atopic Eczema Care in Ireland
This event has ended. In this SkinSideOut webinar, we take a look at The Future of Atopic Eczema Care in Ireland. You’ll hear about recent medical advancements in the treatment of eczema and what this will mean for the future; how COVID-19 has impacted dermatology services and how they have adapted to deliver care; and […]
Survey highlights impact of the coronavirus pandemic and the detection of melanoma skin cancer in 2020
In November and December of 2020, the Global Coalition for Melanoma Patient Advocacy, conducted a survey of 734 dermatologists from 36 different countries. In the survey, dermatologists were asked to estimate the proportion of skin check appointments missed due to the pandemic and estimate the proportion of undiagnosed melanomas compared to a normal year. The survey […]
BIOMAP project aims to improve lives of people with atopic dermatitis & psoriasis
BIOMAP have released a short animation which aims to demonstrate BIOMAP’s project work to alleviate the burden and consequences of AD and psoriasis for people living with these diseases. BIOMAP – Biomarkers in Atopic Dermatitis and Psoriasis What is BIOMAP? BIOMAP (Biomarkers in Atopic Dermatitis and Psoriasis) is a large European project which launched in […]
First-in-class eczema drug dupilumab now available in Ireland
Life-changing biologic treatment, dupilumab, is now available to people with moderate to severe eczema in Ireland. The HSE has advised that effective from 1st April 2021, reimbursement of dupilumab will be available under High Tech Arrangements for the treatment of moderate-to-severe refractory atopic dermatitis (AD) in adults and adolescents 12 years and older for whom […]
Seasonal UV Changes and Protecting Our Skin
Knowing a little bit about Earth’s relationship with the Sun allows us to understand how the intensity of the Sun’s rays can change during the year, and the importance of protecting our skin. What causes the change in seasons? Earth revolves around the Sun, taking a year to complete one orbit. But as it does […]
Study for people aged 18-65, living with psoriasis, eczema or ichthyosis vulgaris
Are you aged 18-65 and living with psoriasis, eczema or ichthyosis vulgaris? You may be eligible to participate in a study to investigate the role of neutrophil proteases as global regulators of IL-1 family cytokine activity in skin disorders. NEUTROPRO Study The NEUTROPRO study is a research study being carried out by Professor Irvine (Dermatology […]
Can a writing intervention help improve body image in adults with a skin condition?
Does your skin or hair condition affect how you feel about your body? If the answer is yes, you may be interested in helping psychologists at the University of Sheffield test whether a one-week online writing intervention could improve body image in individuals living with a dermatological condition. Who can take part? You are eligible […]
