Eczema Expert: Advice for Life meeting for people living with or caring for eczema

The Irish Skin Foundation is delighted to announce the wonderful line- up for this year’s Eczema Expert meeting which will take place on Saturday 16th September 2017 in the Red Cow Moran Hotel, Dublin, form 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Click here! Register to let us know you’re coming!   The Eczema Expert event is FREE and open to […]

Irish Skin Foundation welcomes new Chairperson and Trustees

Consultant dermatologist Dr Marina O’Kane has been elected as Chairperson of the ISF and has paid tribute to outgoing Chairperson, Professor Eoin O’Brien, who steps down after over 6 years leading the charity, since it establishment in 2011. Dr O’Kane, who is based in Beaumont Hospital, said: “I am honoured to take over as Chairperson […]

Research Study: Eczema or Psoriasis

Do you have eczema, psoriasis or “normal” skin?   UCD Clinical Research Centre is conducting a research study on eczema/atopic dermatitis, psoriasis and comparing both with normal skin to gain more understanding on the mechanism of skin disease. If you are interested in being part of this study, please call Kate Lynam-Loane UCD CRC, Dermatology Research […]

DCU – Surgical Skills Module for Healthcare Practitioners

School of Nursing and Human Sciences, Dublin City University Who should apply? Practitioners who are likely to utilise minor surgical procedures in a variety of settings including A&E, Dermatology, Theatres or Primary Care settings. Candidates must be working in a relevant setting and have a clinical practice supervisor identified to support them in their learning. […]

Two important reports published in July highlight the rising incidence of skin cancer

The National Cancer Registry of Ireland has just published a report on Cancer Trends (Cancer trends no. 34 – skin cancer) today, July 19th. The report highlights a sharp rise in incidence of both non-melanoma and melanoma skin cancers in Ireland. This increase, along with the pattern of distribution (i.e. body sites affected), indicate that type […]

Selene Daly speaks with Pat Kenny about Adult Acne

Listen back to Dermatology Clinical Nurse Specialist Selene Daly speaking with Pat Kenny on the subject of Adult Acne. If you are experiencing difficulty managing acne or any other skin condition, ask an ISF dermatology clinical nurse specialist for guidance.

PSO What? report: Psoriasis is not just a skin condition and must be taken seriously

Psoriasis patients, psoriasis advocacy and professional groups, and healthcare professionals come together to challenge the misconception that psoriasis is ‘just a skin condition’ by creating better understanding that it is a serious, sometimes lifelong condition impacting emotional and mental wellbeing, as well as physical health.

Clonmel Hospital to hold Free Skin Cancer Screening, Saturday May 27th

Are you worried about skin cancer?  If you are 18 years of age or over, you can have a free skin cancer screening at South Tipperary General Hospital, Clonmel on Saturday morning form 9:30-11am the 27th May next as part of the this year’s Euromalanoma awareness campaign. This screening clinic has been arranged by the […]