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Atopic Eczema burden<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since 2018 EFA has been vocal on raising awareness on the burden of Atopic Eczema for patients. However, gaps and inequalities persist especially at national level. Access to diagnosis, to care, awareness on the psychological and social burden varies greatly across Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On World Atopic Eczema Day<\/strong>, EFA and GlobalSkin led the #AtopicEczemaUnfiltered campaign, bringing together patient communities worldwide to raise awareness of the hidden burden of atopic eczema (atopic dermatitis). In a world where social media often presents a polished version of reality, the true challenges of living with chronic conditions like Atopic Eczema remain largely unseen and misunderstood. With 204 million people affected globally, the campaign challenged the misconception that eczema is \u201cjust a rash.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Through community grants and digital advocacy, EFA supported members in amplifying patient voices and highlighting the real-life struggles of those living with the disease, covering daily challenges, psychosocial impact and access to care. Policymakers, healthcare professional and the public were encouraged to take action for better eczema management. The campaign reached broad audiences, encouraging policymakers, healthcare professionals and the public to act for better eczema management. By confronting unrealistic portrayals of skin conditions, #AtopicEczemaUnfiltered empowered patients to share their experiences and demand change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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EFA also engaged with MEP Andr\u00e1s Kulja (EPP\/Hungary), who not only supported the campaign on social media but also met with us to discuss the pressing issues faced by atopic eczema patients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As part of the campaign, EFA continued its commitment to our atopic eczema community by providing financial support to help member organisations launch dynamic communication and advocacy initiatives for WAED 2024. Through personal consultations, social media campaigns, and local events, these initiatives provided patients with essential resources and access to professional dermatologic consultations, reaching over 100 patients directly and engaging more than 70,000 people online. <\/strong>The financial support has been provided to the following organisations (the full report on the EFA Community activities organised for WAED 2024 is available here<\/a>):<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Communication support :<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n