Survey exploring the wellbeing of young people during the COVID-19 outbreak
This study is now closed. The University College Dublin (UCD) School of Psychology, in collaboration with the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Children’s and Young Peoples’ Services Committee (CYPSC) and Healthy Ireland, are running an online anonymous survey examining how the COVID-19 pandemic may have impacted the mental health and wellbeing of young people aged 12-25 years. The […]
This Valentine’s Day, Love your Skin and Avoid an Eczema Flare
Our tips to avoid an eczema flare this Valentine’s Day! We know that some of you may be buying your loved one some special gifts or having a romantic date night in, so we’ve put together some tips to ensure an eczema flare doesn’t spoil your Valentine’s Day. Investing quality time If you plan on […]
Tips to Prepare for a Remote/Virtual Hospital Consultation
The ever-evolving COVID-19 situation has had an impact on society in many ways, which has meant that hospitals and dermatology departments have had to change the way they interact with their patients. In order to ensure ongoing treatment and continuity of care, patients may be offered a telephone or video call, instead of face-to-face appointments. […]
Survey: New Phase of First Patient-Led Impact Research Study in Dermatology
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) was launched in 2017 by the International Alliance of Dermatology Patient Organizations (GlobalSkin). The ISF, a proud member of GlobalSkin, are calling on any adult affected by a skin condition to […]
Update on Dupilumab: HSE Management Supports Reimbursement
Less than a month from the last major development, Dupilumab receives green light for funding In a statement to the ISF and healthcare professionals this afternoon, the HSE notified patients that the Executive Management Team has supported reimbursement of Dupilumab under High Tech (Drugs Scheme)Â Arrangements. Availability of the new ‘first-in-class’ treatment will be “subject to […]
Are You Missing Out On Tax Back On Your Health Expenses?
You can claim tax relief on the cost of health expenses. These can be your own health expenses, those of a family member or any individual’s, as long as you paid for them. You generally receive tax relief for health expenses at the standard rate of tax (20%). Nursing home expenses are given at the […]
Update on Dupilumab: HSE Drugs Group Supports Reimbursement
Potentially life-changing treatment one step closer for people struggling with moderate-to-severe atopic eczema The HSE has advised that the HSE Drugs Group, the body which decides whether or not the Irish government will fund a new medicine through the public health system, supported reimbursement of dupilumab for a defined subgroup of the full licensed indication, […]
Video: COVID-19 Vaccines and Skin Conditions Q&A
This video was recorded on 14 January 2021 with Professor Anne-Marie Tobin (Consultant Dermatologist at Tallaght University Hospital and HSE Clinical Lead for Dermatology) to discuss some frequently asked questions people with skin conditions have about the COVID-19 vaccines. For more COVID-19 vaccine information please visit: www2.hse.ie/covid-19-vaccine/ COVID-19 information For information and guidance on Covid-19 […]
IPPOSI Calls for Members of the Public to Apply for Citizens’ Jury on Access to Health Information
A nationwide campaign launched by the Irish Platform for Patients’ Organisations, Science & Industry (IPPOSI) will identify 25 members of the public, broadly representative of the Irish population who will become members of a Citizens’ Jury to deliberate on the matter of access to health information. What is it? A Citizen’s Jury is a method […]
SECURE-AD: Update on the Analysis of COVID-19 Effects on People with Atopic Dermatitis
Globally, 21 atopic dermatitis patient organisations have become official partners of SECURE-AD, two international COVID-19 surveys for atopic dermatitis (also known as AD or eczema) . One survey is for healthcare providers and the other is for individuals with AD. What is the SECURE-AD Patient Survey? The SECURE-AD Patient Survey allows patients with AD who […]
