Join us November 15-19 and advocate online for the needs of eczema sufferers

Join ESC for our annual Virtual Eczema Action Week, taking place November 15-19. As we are eagerly wait for new eczema treatments to hit the Canadian market, we need to take action now to ensure Canadians can access and afford these new treatments.

ESC is hosting virtual meetings with key decision-makers across Canada to advocate for Canadians living with eczema. By participating in Eczema Action Week, YOU can help those in need get access to eczema treatments.

Eczema Action Week Calendar of Events:

Monday November 15^th – Join us by sharing your “live the itch” challenge experiences and help us raise awareness about the impact of itch

Tuesday November 16^th – Tag your local MPP/MLA and tell them about the needs of eczema sufferers

Wednesday November 17^th – Log on for a special Facebook Live with ESC Executive Director Amanda along with ESC Eczema Ambassadors Tanya and Mike as we talk about the needs of eczema patients and how Canadians can get involved in advocacy

Thursday November 18^th – ESC is meeting with decision makers to share impact of itch and how it affects quality of life

Friday November 19^th – Learn about ESC’s next steps in advocating for the eczema community

Want to get involved? Join us online for TWEET TUESDAY on Nov 16 and share experiences by including the hashtags #LifewithEczema and #LivetheItch. Be sure to tag ESC as well as your local MPP/MLA to talk about the needs eczema sufferers and why we deserve better care.

TWEET EXAMPLE: (@ your local MPP/MLA) It’s #EczemaAwarenessMonth – eczema can be unbearable and affects us day AND night. We need better treatment and care in (province) and need your help! #LifeWithEczema #LivetheItch @EczemaSocietyCA 

ESC will share your submissions across our social media platforms as well as during our virtual meetings with local MPPs/MLAs, Health Ministers, and Drug Plan Managers. By joining us and raising your voice, you can help ESC make a difference and let it be known that eczema is more than just dry skin.