Does hard water make your eczema harder to manage?
Understand the link between hard water and eczema flares.
Advancing Atopic Dermatitis clinical trial data: clinical trial group takes the lead
Learn more about HOME’s initiative to establish a universal core outcome set, ensuring clinical trials focus on measures that truly matter to patients.
Understanding the atopic triad – the connection between eczema, asthma, and allergies
Understanding the connection between eczema, asthma, and allergies Are eczema, asthma, and allergies related? The resounding answer is yes! If you suffer from eczema, there’s a higher likelihood of also dealing with asthma and allergies. This trio of conditions is what experts call the “atopic triad,” and the progression through developing these conditions is known […]
Eczema management from an allergist’s perspective
Managing eczema and allergies together: insights from Dr. Kun Tian People with eczema are also more likely to suffer with allergies. Eczema Society of Canada (ESC) recently spoke with Dr. Kun Tian, allergy division lead and internist at Scarborough Health Network and assistant professor of medicine at the University of Saskatchewan, to shed light on […]
Not all eczema is atopic – the many types of eczema
Expert dermatologist Dr. Mark Kirchhof sheds light on three common types of dermatitis.
Is a cure for eczema in sight?
Learn how new therapies and ongoing research are shaping the future of eczema care.
ESC is #Itchingforchange
Eczema Society of Canada challenges perceptions about eczema and advocates for improved access to care and treatments.
Camp Liberté is now accepting applications for summer 2024 campers!
Camp Liberté is a magical program that offers Canadian children living with chronic skin conditions like atopic dermatitis the opportunity to participate in an unforgettable summer camp experience. 2024 Camp Liberté is now accepting applications Created by a group of Canadian dermatologists, Camp Liberté is funded by grants from organizations like the Eczema Society of […]
Choosing moisturizer for eczema – it’s simpler than you think
How to choose the best moisturizer to combat eczema affected dry skin Are you using the right moisturizer to combat your dry skin? Choosing moisturizer for eczema is the answer may be simpler than you think. Anyone with eczema knows skin care is central to managing their condition, reducing itch, and preventing flare-ups. Atopic dermatitis […]
When do specialists recommend systemic treatments for atopic dermatitis?
Atopic dermatitis (AD), the most common form of eczema, is generally treated with skin moisturizing, trigger avoidance and topical anti-inflammatory medications. This approach to management is a standard in AD guidelines worldwide. But what options exist for patients with widespread severe eczema that doesn’t respond to topical therapies? So, when does systemic treatment for atopic […]
ESC supports SkIN Canada to priority set for Canadian atopic dermatitis research
ESC is proud to partner with the research organization Skin Investigation Network (SkIN) of Canada to help move Canadian research on atopic dermatitis forward. Recently, SkIN Canada has completed their priority setting project to better understand what priorities patients and health care providers have for AD research. Top 10 Atopic Dermatitis Research Priorities: Click here […]
Psychodermatology – what is it and can it help your eczema?
Psychodermatology and eczema: insights from Dr. Marlene Dytoc We all know that living with eczema is stressful and can impact our sleep, work, and relationships. There is also a long-held acceptance that stress can trigger eczema flares, and eczema flares can increase stress. This can be a vicious cycle! There is evidence now that supports […]