Many businesses and sectors are struggling with the economic impact of COVID-19 and the lockdown imposed. With many people furloughed and job instability, charities are suffering badly. All major fundraising events have been cancelled, resulting in a loss of millions of pounds that would have went to good causes. The London Marathon alone raised £66
Hand washing regularly is vital during the Coronovirus pandemic, but dermatologist Professor Sara Brown has shared important advice for people suffering from eczema. Sara said: "I wanted to highlight that washing hands with emollients or soap subs is not effective against Covid-19 so even eczema patients should use soap and then afterwards apply emollient. "They
A new biologic drug has been approved to be prescribed to adolescents with severe eczema - giving hope to those for whom other treatments have been unsuccessful or unsuitable. Dupilumab has now been approved by the regulating authorities in England, Scotland and Wales and is the first biologic drug to be licenced for young people;
EOS member Macy has been in a flurry of local and national press and even appeared live on BBC Breakfast television this week. Macy's dream is to model eczema clothing and products after being frustrated that these were modelled by children without the skin condition. Now, she is signed to a prestigious inclusive child modelling
EOS member Elizabeth MacKinnon came up with a 'novel' idea to raise money for the charity. Elizabeth will donate £5 for every book she reads in 2020. The mum to Iris said:  "Lots of fundraising challenges involve fitness, and that isn't for me! "It will encourage me to read more in 2020 and raise funds
Christmas can be a tricky time for eczema sufferers with lots of triggers at this time of year. Christmas jumpers are more popular than ever, with designs featuring tinsel and flashing reindeer noses. Often these jumpers are made from synthetic material that can be itchy for sensitive skin, choose pure cotton fabrics and ones without
Ho-ho-hope it's not too soon for the C word but EOS is now officially in the Xmas spirit. Who says the start of November is too soon for some vintage Mariah Carey? We were blown away with the number of fantastic entrants for the EOS Christmas e-card design competition and choosing winners in the two
Dozens of members came along to Dundee Science Centre last weekend to take part in the EOS Learn and Share event. The kids enjoyed a science workshop all about the human body, while the adults heard from dermatologist Professor Sara Brown on the best practices for dealing with eczema. The events are a great way
Does your blazer lapel look sparse? We have the thing for you! We now have Eczema Outreach Support enamel badges for sale. You can proudly show the world your love for EOS and the sales will allow us to continue to support over 1700 families affected by eczema. The badges cost £3, and are available
EOS member Matthew spoke to the Daily Record about his light allergy and severe eczema. Matthew, from Aberdeen, cannot be in sunlight or certain artificial light as it makes his skin flare up and causes intense itching. Mum Alison said lots of nice things about EOS and the support from the team, especially her support
