GPER Blog
Eczema and Mental Health
Although eczema is most commonly associated with the rashes and itchiness it causes, people who live with eczema often experience symptoms that are more than just skin-deep. In particular, eczema has been linked to negative mental health outcomes for the people who suffer from it.
How to talk about eczema at school? New book for kids explains how through stories
Victoria Yap-Chung’s life was already busy. As an actress, model and producer, had a full plate. But when her daughter Imani was born in 2020, it became a whole lot more complicated due to her child’s eczema.
Heat and Fires and Floods. Oh My!
Our recent podcast on climate change examined the variety of ways extreme weather events affect children with eczema. Here are some actions you can take to ease the impact of our changing environment for your child.
Taking a hike to support children with eczema and their families
I’m pursuing a dream on my bucket list and hiking the Colorado Trail this summer. And I’m raising money for children impacted by moderate to severe eczema and their families, too!
Are Antibiotics Linked to a Higher Risk of Eczema?
Does early antibiotic use increase eczema risk in babies?
Choosing a Moisturizer that Helps – and Doesn’t Harm – Your Child’s Skin Barrier
Choosing a Moisturizer that Helps – and Doesn’t Harm – Your Child’s Skin Barrier
The Remarkable Life of the Skin: An Intimate Journey Across Our Largest Organ
The Remarkable Life of Skin: An Intimate Journey Across Our Largest Organ
Kathie’s Story: Meeting the Challenge of Severe Eczema
Check out Kathie’s story on the challenge of severe eczema…
Hard Water and Eczema. What’s the Correlation?
Does hard water contribute to eczema? Find out more here.
One Year Later – A Good News Story for Olivia and Jill
We interviewed Jill and Olivia almost a year ago for our newsletter. This is their story and an update on how Dupixent, an eczema drug recently available to young children, changed everything.
Can Exposing Babies to Sunshine Help Prevent Eczema?
Research from Australia shows that early exposure to sunlight could help reduce the development of allergies and eczema…
Living with Severe Eczema and Allergies: Krysia’s Family Journey
Check out Krysia’s family journey on her son living with severe eczema and life-threatening allergies…
Give Skin a Chance: Our First Book Club Book
It’s unusual for a doctor to proclaim, “I haven’t showered in a month.” But that’s just what the author of our first book club selection did…
6 Things I Wish My Family Knew About Eczema
Dealing with an infant’s eczema is hard alone and may be hard to understand for other family members if they are not always present. Here is what one mom wishes she could have told them in those early years.
Fast Read: A 2-minute Summary of our Latest Podcast with Dr. Miriam Santer
In our latest podcast, Dr. Miriam Santer from University of Southampton in Great Britain shares what she’s learned from dozens of interviews with kids about taking responsibility for their own care!
Helping Your Child’s Classmates Understand Eczema
Just in time for the new school year. A presentation on eczema, developed by a school nurse, that you can share with your child’s classroom teacher.
A Summer Camp for Kids with Eczema: Sawyer’s Experience
12-year-old Sawyer shares his experience attending Camp Wonder this summer. The camp is designed specifically for children with skin conditions.
Back-to-School Book Review: Eczema Books for School-Aged Kids
Starting in first grade, your child steps outside your protective bubble. These books help children help understand their condition and to know that they are not alone. They offer strategies to explain to classmates why their skin looks different, why lack of sleep makes them cranky sometimes and why they can’t help ITCHING.