At present, atopic dermatitis and psoriasis are considered disqualifying conditions regarding entrance into the US Military. US Department of Defense (DoD) instruction 6130.03 Volume 1 defines disqualifying criteria for eczema as a “History of atopic dermatitis or eczema requiring treatment other than OTC hydrocortisone or moisturizer therapy in previous 36 months or with active lesions or […]
In June of 2023, a dermatologist in Boston noticed a huge influx of patients while relentless wildfires were burning in Canada 300 miles away, shedding light on an often overlooked concern. What’s happening? As the wildfires raged on over the summer, clouds of smoke drifted into the U.S. Northeast and Midwest, triggering air quality alerts […]
Many things can trigger an eczema flare-up, and extreme temperatures are high on the list. Both clinical and at-home treatments can help manage symptoms. Eczema, sometimes called atopic dermatitis, presents with patches or areas of skin that become dry, itchy, discolored, and inflamed. Eczema is one of the most common inflammatory skin conditions in children, […]
Articles By Christina Crowley, as told to Clare Maloney Published On: Mar 29, 2024 Last Updated On: Mar 29, 2024 I discovered the National Eczema Association (NEA) through pure serendipity. While visiting my sister in Florida, I used a new suntan lotion before heading to the beach. My skin erupted with eczema. My sister suggested […]
