News, Video / 06 Jul 2019

World Skin Health Day – Understand the Impact of Eczema

Eczema affects people in different ways. This World Skin Health Day, our members want to share how eczema affects them.

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Adults with #Eczema Online Catch Up & Chat is live in 1 hour.... looking forward to chatting with you all.

Last minute registrations are welcome via this link https://eczema.support/21Mar23.

To those who have already registered, you should have an email from Eczema Support Australia in your inbox with a link to the meeting room.

Adults with #Eczema Online Catch Up & Chat - is tomorrow at 7pm AEST / 8pm AEDT. There is still time to register if you haven't already: https://eczema.support/21Mar23.

Families with #Eczema Online Catch Up & Chat is live in 1 hour.... looking forward to chatting with you all.

Last minute registrations are welcome via this link https://eczema.support/20Mar23.

To those who have already registered, you should have an email from Eczema Support Australia in your inbox with a link to the meeting room.

Families with #Eczema Online Catch Up & Chat - is tomorrow at 7:30pm AEST / 8:30pm AEDT. There is still time to register if you haven't already: https://eczema.support/20Mar23.

How many times have you heard this from others? How many times have you wished this would happen? Sadly, thinking #eczema will clear up on its own is a #myth.

It is essential to treat eczema itching and irritation to prevent serious complications. Ignoring the issue for too long can result in skin damage and painful bacterial infections that, in turn, can make the symptoms even more unbearable.

Eczema is not a mild itch that will disappear on its own. It should be treated as quickly as possible through medication, creams or lifestyle changes to ensure the itch-scratch-inflammation-infection cycle does not unfold.

How do you respond when people say this to you? Comment below 👇

Eczema management and self care is a crucial part of our everyday lives. Sometimes we get it right and sometimes we find it all a bit overwhelming. Talking through this with each other can give each of us the motivation, tools and encouragement to take care of our own #eczema.

Our next #itchY support meeting is happening in a couple of weeks... Join us on Tuesday 28 March @ 7pm AEST / 8pm AEDT. Register via the link 👇

https://itchy.group/28Mar23

Join us as we chat about our eczema care routines, and share tips and tricks. We will hear from each other as well as our itchY Ambassador, Dr Ranindu Abegunawardene, MBBS MPH GDipClinEd CertPracDermoscopy.

Often, the people around us don't understand what it is like to live with severe #eczema - the constant scratching, the sleepless nights, the worrying about triggers and flare-ups. Life can be challenging.

You may find solace in connecting with other adults living with severe eczema. Our next Adults with Eczema Online Catch Up & Chat is happening next Tuesday 21 March at 7pm AEST / 8PM AEDT.

👉REGISTER HERE: https://eczema.support/21Mar23

We have no set agenda for this meeting, it's a platform for you to share your experiences and hear from others.

How many of you out there relate to this parent's frustration? Caring for a child or family member with severe eczema brings many challenges. We are here to support you.

Join us next Monday night - 20 March @ 7:30pm AEST / 8:30pm AEDT and connect with other families with eczema in our Online Catch Up & Chat.

👉REGISTER HERE: https://eczema.support/20Mar23

By sharing our experiences, we no longer feel alone and isolated. And instead, can find support in each other.

We realise an evening time can be challenging in households with little ones to put to bed. Please still register, an email with a link to the online meeting room will be sent to you, and then just join when you can.

And for the little ones with FOMO, they are welcome to join the call with you❤️

We are looking forward to chatting with you!

Join us for a relaxed chat about all things eczema. There is no set agenda for this catch up, its an opportunity to connect with other adults living with eczema and share experiences.

Register here: https://www.eczemasupport.org.au/events/adults-with-eczema-online-catch-up/ or go to our events page on www.eczemasupport.org.au

#AdultswithEczema #eczemasupport

Join in for a chat online with our itchY - Teenagers with Eczema community.
REGISTER HERE: https://www.eczemasupport.org.au/events/tips-and-tricks-teen-support/ OR go to our events on www.eczemasupport.org.au
Eczema management and self care is a crucial part of our everyday lives. Sometimes we get it right and sometimes we find it all a bit overwhelming. Talking through this with each other can give each of us the motivation tools and encouragement to take care of our own eczema.
Teens, young adults and parents welcome to register here: Eczema management and self care is a crucial part of our everyday lives. Sometimes we get it right and sometimes we find it all a bit overwhelming. Talking through this with each other can give each of us the motivation tools and encouragement to take care of our own eczema.

Join us as we chat about our eczema care routines, tips and tricks. We will hear from each other as well as our itchY Ambassador, Dr Ranindu Abegunawardene, MBBS MPH GDipClinEd CertPracDermoscopy.

Join us as we chat about our eczema care routines, tips and tricks. We will hear from each other as well as our itchY Ambassador, Dr Ranindu Abegunawardene, MBBS MPH GDipClinEd CertPracDermoscopy.

#Ditchtheitch #itchY #eczemasupport #teenagerswitheczema #eczematipsandtricks

Grab a hot (or chilled) drink and join us for a relaxed catch up to share any concerns or experiences you have in managing your family’s eczema needs.

We realise this time can be challenging in household with littles ones to put to bed. Please still register here: https://www.eczemasupport.org.au/events/families-with-eczema-online-catch-up/

A link to the online meeting room will be emailed to you and just join when you can.

How do you care for eczema? Eczema presents itself in different ways depending on so many factors and, once you accept its existence, then comes the challenge of finding the most effective treatment for your skin. And what might work for one person may not work for another.

We asked our eczema community what tips they have to #CareForEczema, watch the short video below. Do you have tips to share? Comment below 👇

Please keep in mind our group guidelines: No advertising or promotion of specific medical professional, clinic or person and do not discourage others from following the advice from their treating health professional.

On this day 2020 (just before the world went into lockdown) we presented severe eczema to our federal leaders. Stay with us as we continue our advocacy for eczema in 2023.
#SOS #SaveOurSkin #EczemaSupport #Eczema #saveourskin #eczemaadvocacy

Raising a child with eczema is challenging. But sending them off to daycare, pre-school or even big school presents a whole new range of challenges because flare ups can happen at the worst of times. How do you enlist the help of a teacher or educator to keep your child safe and healthy?

Here are three simple ideas.
1. Invite them into a conversation. Explain your child’s challenges and ask if you can work together to support your child at preschool, kindy or big school.
2. Stay in close communication. Let them know you are on their team and ask them to be on yours.
3. Get resources. Like Eczema Support Australia’s Eczema School Kit to develop a plan and help keep communication open and healthy between you and your child’s teacher or support person.

Thanks @drjustincoulson, Australia's much-loved parenting expert and co-host of Channel 9's Parenting Guidance.

👉 Downlowd our FREE Eczema School Kit here: https://www.eczemasupport.org.au/school-kit/

#EczemaSchoolKit #EczemaCare #Eczema #EczemaSupportAustralia #ESA

Kids back to school? Download our FREE Eczema School Kit. Designed to promote clear communication about the care of your child and their unique eczema needs, we have created an Eczema School Kit, which includes a one-page printable document to outline your child's medical action plan.

👉 DOWNLOAD HERE https://www.eczemasupport.org.au/kids-back-to-school-download-our-free-eczema-school-kit/

#EczemaSchoolKit #EczemaCare #Eczema #EczemaSupportAustralia #ESA

TONIGHT: Ditch the Itch - Teen Support Meeting 7PM AEST / 8PM AEDT

Final hours to register to join us: https://www.eczemasupport.org.au/events/ditch-the-itch

If you have already registered, check your email for a link to the meeting room.

Looking forward to chatting tonight!

#DitchtheItch #eczemasupportgroup #itchy #EczemaSupportAustralia

Last chance to register for tomorrow's online support meeting for teenagers - discussing strategies to 'Ditch the Itch'.
👉https://www.eczemasupport.org.au/events/ditch-the-itch

This meeting is a platform for teenagers with eczema to come together and discuss tips and suggestions for managing daily routines. Parents and friends are also welcome to show their support and join the conversation online.

These events are part of our itchY community, a place for teens to meet, share and find comfort from each other and discuss all things eczema www.itchy.group/join.

#DitchtheItch #eczemasupportgroup #itchy #EczemaSupportAustralia

Join us next Wednesday (18 Jan) to discuss strategies to 'Ditch the Itch'.
👉https://www.eczemasupport.org.au/events/ditch-the-itch

We are hosting this online support meeting, especially for teenagers with eczema. Parents and friends are also welcome to join the conversation online.

These events are part of our itchY community, a place for teens to meet, share and find comfort from each other and discuss all things eczema www.itchy.group/join.

#DitchtheItch #eczemasupportgroup #itchy #EczemaSupportAustralia

As we start the new year and prepare for the new school year, we encourage you to start a conversation with your child's educators about eczema. We have the tools you to develop a plan together for the wellbeing of your child. Here's a link to our Eczema School Kit: https://www.eczemasupport.org.au/school-kit/
#eczemaschoolkit #eczemasupport #backtoschool #eczema

Register for our next itchY – online teen support meeting ‘Ditch the Itch’ – Wednesday 18 January 7PM AEST / 8PM AEDT https://www.eczemasupport.org.au/events/ditch-the-itch.

Join us as we discuss together tips and tricks to Ditch the Itch. This online meeting is a safe place for teens and young adults to come together and share understanding and pointers for living with eczema. Bring along your questions and your ideas for reducing the itchY symptoms of eczema. We will also have health professionals on hand to provide additional information. Parents and friends welcome.

Register to receive your Zoom link. This online meeting will be 7pm QLD time, 8pm NSW, VIC, ACT, TAS, 7:30pm SA, NT, 5pm WA.

itchY is an online community just for teens to meet, share and find comfort from each other and discuss all things eczema www.itchy.group/join.
#DitchtheItch #eczemasupportgroup #itchy