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News & Insights

News stories on a range of issues that affect people with eczema and insight pieces and webinars created by staff and other charity stakeholders.

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4th June 2026
Could yoga and meditation help your eczema?

GP Dr Angelika Razzaque, who is a member of our Medical Advisory Board, shares how yoga can reduce stress, and why this is so beneficial for people with eczema.

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21st April 2026
A landmark day for Eczema UK and our community
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A statement form our CEO about our change from the National Eczema Society to Eczema UK.

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15th April 2026
Meet our London Marathon 2026 Runners
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Meet the amazing people running the 2026 London Marathon for Eczema UK.

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17th February 2026
Is growing out of eczema a real thing? Free talk on Saturday 28th February

On Saturday 28 February, we’re thrilled to host a talk by Dr Tess McPherson on eczema in teenagers.

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22nd January 2026
We've moved offices!

We have now moved south of the river Thames to offices near London Bridge.

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19th November 2025
Eczema UK Launches Second Research Grant Round

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our second research grant funding round, marking a significant step forward in accelerating research to improve the lives of those affected by eczema.

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7th November 2025
Medicines Safety Week: Supporting you to feel confident in using eczema treatments
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This Medicines Safety Week, we’re reflecting on how small changes can make a big difference in supporting people to use eczema medicines safely and effectively.

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5th November 2025
A breakthrough treatment for chronic hand eczema

Read about Delgocitinib - A breakthrough treatment for chronic hand eczema.

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15th September 2025
It’s National Eczema Week – and we’ve just launched a new resource!

To mark National Eczema Week, we’ve launched ‘Be Prepared, Be Heard’ — a brand new resource to help you make the most of your GP appointments.

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19th August 2025
Are you our newest Trustee?

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of the millions of people in the UK living with eczema? We’re looking for new Trustees to join our Board and help us shape a better future for everyone affected by this condition.

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14th July 2025
Celebrating Progress and Leadership at Our Annual Medical Advisory Board Meeting

We were proud to recently host the Eczema UK Annual Medical Advisory Board (MAB) meeting, an important opportunity to bring together expert voices from across dermatology to guide our work.

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9th July 2025
Clearer Topical Steroid Strength Labelling Introduced
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Thanks to your support, clearer topical steroid strength labelling is here.

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1st July 2025
Speaking up for our eczema community

The Eczema UK team was in Glasgow early July for the British Association of Dermatologists’ 105th Annual Meeting. As the UK charity dedicated to eczema, we’re here to make sure the condition is taken seriously, listened to, and properly understood by those shaping dermatology care.

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28th May 2025
Our first grant round awardees

We’re delighted to share that we will be funding four ground-breaking eczema and TSW research projects in our first-ever grant round!

This is a milestone moment for Eczema UK, in our 50th year.

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12th May 2025
International Nurses Day 2025

On this International Nurses Day, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to Julie Van Onselen, our esteemed Dermatology Nurse Advisor, who has been a vital part of the NES community for over 25 years.

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7th May 2025
It all started 50 years ago!

On 7th May 1975, 50 years ago today, the Society’s founder Christine Orton wrote a letter to The Guardian newspaper calling for change. Christine highlighted the lack of support and information available to help her manage her son’s eczema. The response from others affected by eczema was overwhelming. Christine went on to organise a public meeting and, soon after, the National Eczema Society (now Eczema UK) charity was formed.

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1st May 2025
Our London Marathon superstars!
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A massive thank you to our incredible team who ran the 2025 London Marathon to raise awareness of eczema.

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1st May 2025
A message from our Chief Executive

As we celebrate our 50th anniversary this year, I am writing to share a positive and important update about the future of National Eczema Society.

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16th April 2025
BBC Article: Many face long waits for dermatology appointments
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Eczema UK were pleased to contribute to a BBC article exploring the long wait eczema patients face waiting for dermatology appointments.

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7th April 2025
Let’s talk menopause and eczema
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Read about research we conducted looking at the impact of menopause on skin health and eczema.

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25th March 2025
Sharing the experiences of eczema patients with dermatology nurses
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National Eczema Society joined dermatology nurses from across the UK at the British Dermatological Nursing Group's Atopic Eczema Masterclass in Birmingham on 24 March 2025. Our Chief Executive and a Society Trustee addressed key patient priorities alongside a patient speaker and updates on topical steroid withdrawal research.

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17th March 2025
Shining a light on mental health and skin conditions
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together with the British Skin Foundation, the Skin Health Alliance and 13 leading skin organisations, we want to better understand the impact of skin conditions on mental health. To do this, we have launched the Psychodermatology & Me survey.

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13th March 2025
Discover the latest research insights at BIOMAP's patient meeting!
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Discover the latest research insights at BIOMAP’s patient meeting!

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13th February 2025
Free talk: Overcoming the psycho-social impact of eczema
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7th February 2025
Talk: Can the 'combined approach' help you manage eczema?
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Find out how breaking the itch-scratch cycle could transform eczema management. Eczema UK's West Surrey and North East Hants Support Group hosts dermatologist Dr Alpa Kanji for a free talk on habit reversal therapy in Guildford on 24 February 2024, also available to watch live on Facebook.

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19th December 2024
Christmas Appeal 2024
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18th November 2024
Don’t forget your National Eczema Society Christmas cards!
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4th November 2024
National Eczema Society appoints Dr Alpa Kanji to its Medical Advisory Board
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Dr Alpa Kanji has been appointed as the newest member of Eczema UK's Medical Advisory Board.

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10th October 2024
National Eczema Society Supports World Mental Health Day 2024
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Eczema UK proudly support world mental health day.

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7th October 2024
Menopause and Eczema: Impacts and Insights
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Eczema UK are launching a survey to discover more about the impacts of the menopause on eczema.

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30th September 2024
We launched our Exploring Eczema webinars!
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20th September 2024
It's our Annual General Meeting soon! (2024)

Hear about and sign up for Eczema UK's Annual General Meeting

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20th September 2024
Exploring Eczema webinars: Season 1
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18th March 2024
We've taken the difficult decision to close our helpline
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Eczema UK has made the difficult decision to close its helpline and personalised advice service. Read on to find out why, and what support is still available to the eczema community.

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22nd February 2024
Joint statement on Topical Steroid Withdrawal

Read our joint statement with the British Association of Dermatologists, and the British Dermatological Nursing Group on Topical Steroid Withdrawal.

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23rd January 2024
Itching for answers: a deep dive into eczema itch – free webinar
Itching for answers: A deep dive into eczema itch

Find out why eczema is so unbearably itchy, and what you can do about it, as Eczema UK partners with St John's DermAcademy for a free expert webinar on 6 March, 6–7pm, featuring leading dermatologists and nurses sharing the latest research and practical tips for managing eczema itch.

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13th December 2023
The 12 Eczema Tips for Christmas
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If you’ve got eczema, the festive season brings its challenges, but we’ve got some tips to help you have a relaxing time while looking after your skin.

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7th December 2023
Please support our 'Talk Eczema' Christmas Appeal!
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Learn about our 2023 Talk Eczema Christmas appeal

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5th July 2023
Patient Charter for people living with atopic eczema
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Eczema UK has worked with other charities to create a Patient Charter for people living with atopic eczema, developed in collaboration with Sanofi.

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16th June 2023
NICE consultation on changes to care for children with eczema
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19th May 2023
Spring is here!
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12th May 2023
Clear strength labelling needed for topical steroid medicines

Leading professional dermatology organisations and other charities have joined Eczema UK in calling for clear potency (strength) labelling of steroid creams and ointments.

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9th May 2023
Campaign: Clear strength labelling needed for topical steroid medicines

Eczema UK's campaign for clearer steroid cream labelling has paid off - read on to find out what the MHRA's landmark decision means for the millions of people using topical steroids to manage their eczema, and how the charity made it happen.

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9th May 2023
Calling all UK eczema researchers!

Eczema Society UK is excited to be co-funding the 2023 UK Dermatology Clinical Trials Network research awards.

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24th March 2023
Shining a light on new treatments for more severe eczema – free webinar
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Eczema UK is hosting a free webinar on new medicines at the forefront of eczema care.

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13th February 2023
Free talk: Does eczema have an impact on other health conditions?
Talk: Does eczema have an impact on other health conditions
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6th January 2023
How well do you know your steroid creams?
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17th August 2022
Mpox (Monkeypox) and eczema
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Learn more about the relationship between monkeypox and eczema

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14th July 2021
A teacher’s tips for managing eczema at school

Secondary-school teacher Ana-Maria Fernandes explains how her own experience with eczema has informed the way she supports students with eczema today and shares tips for parents. This article was published in Exchange 181, September 2021.

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9th June 2021
Emollients and sensory differences

Dermatology Nurse Adviser, Julie Van Onselen answers questions about managing eczema in children with sensory sensitivities.

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28th January 2021
Emollients and fire risk

Emollients are a vital part of eczema treatment and are used safely by millions of people every day. Recently, concerns have been raised about the potential fire risk linked to emollient use, leading to understandable confusion and anxiety. This article explains what the risk actually is, who is most affected, and why emollients remain a safe and essential treatment when used with appropriate precautions.