Life Stories, Video / 19 Oct 2019

Humble Beginnings for Eczema Support Australia

Most people think that eczema is just a bit of an itch or an inconvenience. For us, this couldn’t have been further from the truth.

Inspired by her twin boys who were born with chronic eczema and severe allergies, Melanie Funk started Eczema Support Australia in 2015 to help Australians living with eczema to overcome difficulties and thrive in their community, through connection, advocacy and information.

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Mar 29

Take heart and find rest in the hope of Easter. Let this time of renewal and rebirth remind you that healing and comfort are always within reach. You are not alone in your struggles, and there is always light at the end of the tunnel. Wishing all Australians impacted by eczema a peaceful and hopeful Easter. 🌷 #EasterHope #EczemaCare 🐣

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Mar 26

AutoPlay members have more chances to win! 🎉

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Join AutoPlay before Wednesday 27 March to be entered into this BONUS draw to win! Simply buy a ticket and choose the option to AutoPlay your purchase at the checkout.

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For every $10 ticket sold, $5 is provided back to Eczema Support Australia to fund our information, connection and advocacy campaigns. Thank you for your support!

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Mar 16

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Mar 14

One day left to buy your Play for Purpose raffle 22 tickets!
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This month's first prize is $250,000 in cashable gold bullion to spend or invest as you please!

Support a worthy cause - for every $10 ticket, $5 is donated to Eczema Support Australia to support our information, connection and advocacy campaigns.

And you are also in the draw to win some amazing prizes! Raffle 22 is drawn tomorrow!

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Mar 8

🌟 Ready for a game-changer in teen eczema care? 🚀✨ Join us next Wednesday evening for the LIVE WEBINAR launch of "The ItchY Switch" – a revolutionary resource for teens with eczema! 🌿🎬

Get a sneak peek with 'The Skin Effect,' a powerful short film inspired by Laura's journey. 🎥✨ Don't miss out on expert insights, community support, and the full resource reveal!

📅 Save your spot now and be part of the eczema transformation! 🎟️💙 Sign up at eczema.support/theitchyswitch. #TheItchYSwitch #TeenEczemaCare #WebinarLaunch #theskineffect

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Mar 5

Have you secured your FREE tickets for the grand premiere of 'The itchY Switch'? 🚀✨ Join us on the evening of Wednesday, March 13th, for an unforgettable event dedicated to empowering teenagers with eczema! REGISTER HERE: eczema.support/theitchYSwitch

👥 Meet our incredible guest panel of inspiring teens and young adults who played a pivotal role in bringing this invaluable resource to life. 🗣️💪 Get ready for an engaging discussion on the making of 'The itchY Switch' – a platform designed to support and uplift teens facing the challenges of eczema.

🎥 The highlight of the night? The exclusive premiere of our video! 🎬🌙 Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to be part of a community that cares. Secure your spot now by registering through this link: eczema.support/theitchyswitch.

Let's come together to celebrate resilience, share stories, and make a difference! 🌈🌟 #TheitchYSwitch #EczemaSupport #PremiereNight #TeenEmpowerment

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Feb 28

Today vs 4 years ago this week! Reflecting on the past 4 years has been an incredible journey for Melanie Funk, Managing Director at Eczema Support Australia. This week, she returned to Parliament House, Canberra, actively engaging with fellow patient organisations to contribute to shaping a robust health system for Australians with the Australian Patient Advocacy Alliance.

It feels like just yesterday when Eczema Support Australia stood here, issuing an urgent call for an SOS for Eczema. Fast forward to today, and the progress is undeniable. We've come a long way, but our commitment to achieving even more remains unwavering! 🚀 #HealthAdvocacy #EczemaSupport #PatientAdvocacy #ProgressInProgress

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Feb 28

For the price of 2 coffees per month, you can truly make a difference by supporting our organisation to help those who struggle eczema.

Buy your Play for Purpose raffle tickets here: https://www.playforpurpose.com.au/eczema-support.

Eczema Support Australia has teamed up with Play for Purpose, combining charitable giving with the chance to win some amazing prizes!

This month's first prize is $250,000 worth of gold bullion PLUS many other fantastic prizes.

For every $10 ticket sold, $5 is provided back to Eczema Support Australia to fund our information, connection and advocacy campaigns.

You can also sign up to AutoPlay - a set-and-forget option which and guarantee tickets in every raffle, even if the raffle sells out early.

Active AutoPlay members are automatically entered into a monthly members-only bonus draw to win a $1,000 gift voucher up to 12 times a year.

The AutoPlay draw closes today (28 Feb) and the winner will be drawn tomorrow!

We are eternally grateful to every one of you with your support of our organisation.

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Feb 23

🌟 Join us for a live webinar launch - "The ItchY Switch" - tailored for teens battling eczema! 🚀🌿 Discover expert insights and a supportive community. 🤝🎟️ Get your FREE TICKET at eczema.support/theitchyswitch

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Feb 14

💖 HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY! 💖 Remember, self-love is NOT selfish! 🌹✨ Embrace self-care and conquer life with eczema. Join us at "The ItchY Switch" for an exclusive FREE LIVE WEBINAR LAUNCH on March 13th at 7pm AEST. Register here: www.eczema.support/theitchyswitch. Let's make self-love a priority! 🌈💕 #SelfLove #TheItchySwitch #WebinarLaunch #EczemaAwareness #ValentinesDay #SkinCareLove #teeneczemahelp

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Feb 13

Give with your heart this Valentines Day❤️

A Play for Purpose raffle ticket not only enters you in the draw to win a first prize of $250,000 worth of gold bullion, it also supports a worthy cause with half of the ticket sale donated to Eczema Support Australia.

Buy your ticket here: https://www.playforpurpose.com.au/eczema-support.

Your support can change lives.

Eczema impacts 1 in 10 adults and 1 in 3 children in Australia. It is the most prevalent chronic inflammatory skin condition globally and is associated with impaired quality of life including high risk of anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation.

With your support, you can help eczema patients connect with the information and services they need to support them through an often isolating and challenging time.

PLUS you will be in the draw to win some amazing prizes!

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Feb 13

LIVE WEBINAR for health professionals - The Eczema Equation: The Burden of Disease and Challenges in Eczema Management. Tuesday 27 February, 7:30pm AEDT.

Enrol here: https://eczema.link/webinar2024.

Don't miss this chance to hear Dr Caroline West and Dr Li Chuen-Wong with an expert panel in discussing how health professionals can overcome challenges in improving quality of life for patients living with eczema.

This live webinar will provide an up-to-date overview of eczema, focusing on the following:
- Psychosocial impact and burden of disease.
- Overview of eczema including challenging presentations.
- Causes and triggers.
- Common factors in treatment failure.
- Upcoming QHUB eczema interventions and the eczema program.

Expert panelists include our very own Melanie Funk, Director - Eczema Support Australia, Dr John Rowlands - General Practitioner and Natalie Tasker - Paediatric Hospital Pharmacist.

Don't miss your chance to join this webinar.
https://eczema.link/webinar2024.

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