Lifestyle

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Eczema affects more than just your skin. Many who live with eczema indicate that it affects their entire lifestyle. The resources below were designed to promote a healthy lifestyle by providing support and solutions to some of eczema's challenges.

Adult community resources

Learn about organizations that provide lifestyle resources for adults with eczema.

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National Eczema Association: My Journey

Read personal stories from individuals and families living with eczema in the National Eczema Association blog My Journey.

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Eczema Exposed

Eczema Exposed has created a collection of eczema stories called "Living with Eczema". In these videos, hear from personally from eczema patients on navigating life with eczema.

Visit Eczema Exposed Living with Eczema page.

Pediatric community resources

Learn about organizations that provide lifestyle resources for children with eczema.

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Global Parents for Eczema Research

Global Parents for Eczema Research is a grassroots, parent-led non-profit organization that advances research and policy changes that lead to better treatments and prevention strategies for moderate to severe eczema in children. We also help patients and families with peer support and access to the latest and very best scientific information.

Visit Global Parents for Eczema Research

Visit Global Parents for Eczema Research Blog

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The Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance (PeDRA)

The Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance (PeDRA) is a collaborative research network, providing a platform for scientists in the field of pediatric dermatology to collaborate and conduct research.

Visit PeDRA For Patients & Families page

Events

Learn about upcoming and past eczema events at OHSU and beyond.

Camp Blue Spruce

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In-person camp dates:

August 7 - 12, 2023

August 14 - 19, 2023

Camp Blue Spruce provides opportunities for youth and teens living with food allergies and other related conditions to come together as a community. Our overnight camp gives kids and teens a chance to build relationships, try new things, and learn more about themselves and their abilities. Our online programming brings this same camp magic to them throughout the year! To learn more, register, visit Camp Blue Spruce.

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National Eczema Association's Eczema Expo

June 22-35, 2023
Orlando, FL

National Eczema Association’s Eczema Expo is a 4-day gathering for the eczema community, uniting patients of all ages, caregivers, and medical and industry professionals.

To learn more, visit National Eczema Association Eczema Expo page.

Resources on Allergy

  • FARE (Food Allergy Research Center) - FARE enhances the lives of individuals with food allergies empowering them to lead safe, productive lives with the respect of others through education and advocacy initiatives and improved awareness around healthcare options and treatment.
  • Allergy & Asthma Network  - The mission of Allergy & Asthma Network is to end the needless death and suffering due to asthma, allergies and related conditions through outreach, education, advocacy and research.
  • FAACT (Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Connection Team) - FAACT's mission is to educate, advocate, and raise awareness for all individuals and families affected by food allergies and life-threatening anaphylaxis. Whether it’s keeping children safe at school, responding to food allergy bullying, traveling, preparing for college, dealing with workplace issues, or simply taking the family out for dinner, FAACT has the facts you need to manage food allergies and stay healthy.
  • AAAAI (The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology) - The AAAAI)is the leading membership organization of more than 7,000 allergists / immunologists and patients' trusted resource for allergies, asthma and immune deficiency disorders.
  • National Jewish Health Eczema Program - National Jewish Health features education, information and research opportunities for those living with eczema

Lifestyle videos

Watch as people shared their lived experiences with eczema - challenges, hardships, and successes - at our Lifestyle Videos page.