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Is sunlight good or bad for your child's eczema? In this episode of the Eczema Breakthroughs podcast, Dr. Kirsty Rutter, dermatologist and researcher at the University of Manchester, helps parents navigate the confusing world of sun exposure and sunscreen for children with eczema. She covers when to start using sunscreen on babies, the difference between mineral and chemical filters, and how to choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen that won't irritate sensitive skin. Parents will learn practical strategies for beach holidays, how to layer sunscreen with eczema moisturizers, which eczema treatments increase sun sensitivity, and when to suspect photoaggravated atopic dermatitis. If you're a parent struggling to balance sun safety with eczema care, this episode gives you the expert guidance you need.

If your baby has eczema, they face a much higher risk of developing a food allergy, but could early action help lower that risk? In this episode of the Eczema Breakthroughs Podcast, Dr Brian Vickery, Director of the Food Allergy Program at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, and Professor of Pediatrics at Emory University School of Medicine, explains the research connecting baby eczema, food allergy and the skin barrier, plus the evidence behind early allergen introduction. For parents of children already diagnosed with a food allergy, Dr Vickery explains oral immunotherapy (OIT) and discusses emerging approaches including sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT), and the investigational peanut patch (EPIT). In this episode you’ll learn: ✅ Why eczema and an inflamed, leaky skin barrier may lead to food sensitization ✅ How early introduction of peanut and egg may reduce food-allergy risk ✅ Practical skincare habits when managing eczema around food ✅ How OIT may protect against accidental exposure plus emerging gut microbiome research Important: This episode is for education and does not replace individual medical advice. Families of babies with eczema, an existing food allergy or a previous reaction should seek personalized guidance before introducing an allergen.

Every parent wants to protect their baby — but what if the window to prevent lifelong allergies is smaller than anyone realized? Scientists have discovered that a newborn's immune system doesn't just work differently from an adult's; it's actually wired to overreact in ways that can set the stage for eczema and allergies before you even know it's happening. The culprit? A hormone, missing in babies, that keeps the immune system in check. In this episode, Dr. Shruti Naik reveals what's really going on beneath your baby's skin, and what it could mean for the future of allergy prevention. If you like our podcast, please consider supporting it with a tax-deductible donation.

In Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Peter Lio, we take an in-depth look at non-prescription eczema strategies, focusing on over-the-counter (OTC) innovations, microbiome re-balancing treatments, and "green space" therapy. Tune in to learn more about the latest-latest in options you can access on your own, without a doctor's prescription. Links Japanese study on green space and eczema risk: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41942830/ Lemma Health OTC treatment comparison tool: https://lemmahealth.com/treatments/moisturizing-therapy-for-eczema

Join us for an enlightening conversation about existing, newly approved, and "coming soon" treatments for kids suffering from eczema -- from pills, to injections, to creams. In this two-part series, GPER's Executive Director interviews expert Dr. Peter Lio of the Chicago Integrative Eczema Center about the latest therapies for kids and explores how to choose between them ... and what's on the horizon based on news from the American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting. Learn more about how these treatments work and who they are best suited for in this 30-minute episode that is sure to offer insights -- and hope. Further reading: Atopic Dermatitis at AAD: Longer Dosing, Faster Itch Relief, and New Mechanisms The GPER Treatment Navigator for Parents Conflict of Interest Statements: GPER has received sponsorships and grants from companies who develop treatments for eczema. These can be viewed at: www.gper.org/corporatecouncil

As children grow into teenagers, they want more independence. But eczema self-management, using treatments correctly, sticking to routines, and attending medical appointments is a big responsibility. So how do parents step back without letting things fall apart? In this episode, we hear from parents, teenagers, young adults, and healthcare professionals about how to make the transition to independent eczema care smoother and less stressful for everyone. Our guest is Dr. Miriam Santer, Professor of Primary Care Research at University of Southampton, who specializes in supporting young people with long-term conditions like eczema. Links: https://www.eczemacareonline.org.uk

Can what we eat feed the skin to help eczema? Does a baby’s gut microbiome play a role in eczema developing? And could simple everyday practices help prevent it? In this special edition podcast from our Research Symposium, experts Dr. Carina Venter, Dr. Theodora Karagounis, Dr. Derek Chu, and Dr. Richard Insel share the latest research funded by Global Parents for Eczema Research and what it means for families living with eczema. Research discussed Bifidobacterium deficit in United States infants drives prevalent gut dysbiosis The gut is a relevant reservoir of staphylococcus aureus in pediatric atopic dermatitis Diversity of complementary diet and early food allergy risk

Can specific foods trigger eczema and does avoiding them make eczema better? Many parents give it a try—but experts say it’s not the right approach. So what’s going on? We talk to Dr. Matthew Ridd, a leading eczema and food allergy researcher from the University of Bristol, to find out what the science actually says about diet and eczema.   References TIGER (Trial of food allergy (IgE) tests for Eczema Relief) Food Allergy Test‐Guided Dietary Advice for Children With Atopic Dermatitis Guidelines of care for the management of atopic dermatitis Atopic dermatitis (eczema) guidelines  Guidelines for Early Food Introduction and Patterns of Food Allergy

Is everyday skin fungus playing a bigger role in eczema than we ever realized? What if the culprit behind cradle cap, dupilumab facial redness and eczema flare-ups in puberty is hiding in plain sight, on the surface of our skin? Professor of Fungal Immunology from University of Zurich. Dr. Salome LeibundGut-Landmann, explains the secret world of skin fungi, how it affects eczema and a bold new project to convert fungi into skin helpers. Literature Mentioned Exeter secures £3.3 million grant to investigate treatment and prevention of eczema A Case of Cutaneous Fungal Infection Following the Administration of Dupilumab Retrospective Analysis of the Relationship Between Infantile Seborrheic Dermatitis and Atopic Dermatitis  Malassezia-associated skin diseases in the pediatric population   Dupilumab facial redness: Clinical characteristics and proposed treatment in a cohort Advances on the role of mycobiome in atopic dermatitis

The devil is in the details, and in this episode of the Eczema Breakthroughs Podcast, we dive deep into smarter skin care for kids with eczema. Dr. Helen Brough (Director: Children’s Allergy Doctors, London), one of the leading experts in eczema treatment, shares step-by-step, evidence-based guidance on moisturizing, bathing, and proactive steroid use. Joining her is Dr. Amber Atwater (Clinical Associate Professor of Dermatology, George Washington University), who unpacks the tricky overlap between allergic contact dermatitis and atopic dermatitis, and why choosing low-allergen products is essential. References Emollients to Prevent Pediatric Eczema: A Randomized Clinical Trial Eczema Care Online Consumer Preferences, Product Characteristics, and Potentially Allergenic Ingredients in Best-selling Moisturizers Emollients to Prevent Pediatric Eczema: A Randomized Clinical Trial Skin Safe 100

Two new studies from the Society for Investigative Dermatology (SID) conference reveal how Staph bacteria use clever strategies to disarm the skin's barrier maintenance function and work with other bacteria to amplify inflammation. Join us for an interview with Dr. Nathan Archer and Dr. Laine Feller from John Hopkins School of Medicine who explain how Staph aureus bacteria uses its superantigen superpower to hinder lipid production ... and more new research from this year's SID meeting.

New treatment alert!  The FDA recently approved Tapinarof, applied as a cream, for kids 2 years and up.  We ask Dr. Leon Kircik from Icahn School of Medicine, NY, who led the clinical trials about the safety, efficacy and side effects of Tapinarof.  And because we are parents too, we ask: How quickly does it work? Can you start/stop it as needed? How easy will it be to access? And more. If you like our podcast, please consider supporting it with a tax deductible donation. Research discussed Tapinarof Improved Outcomes and Sleep for Patients and Families in Two Phase 3 Atopic Dermatitis Trials in Adults and Children Maximal usage trial of tapinarof cream 1% once daily in pediatric patients down to 2 years of age with extensive atopic dermatitis Tapinarof cream 1% once daily: Significant efficacy in the treatment of moderate to severe atopic dermatitis in adults and children down to 2 years of age in the pivotal phase 3 ADORING trials Tapinarof cream in the treatment of atopic dermatitis in children and adults a systematic review and meta-analysis Efficacy and safety of Ruxolitinib, Crisaborole, and Tapinarof for mild-to-moderate atopic dermatitis: a Bayesian network analysis of RCTs

What to look out for in eczema moisturizers, why eczema babies have rosy red cheeks and can allergies transfer to baby from breast milk? Join Korey Capozza, Dr. Jessica Hui-Beckman (National Jewish Health) and Dr. Kirsi Jarvinen-Seppo (University of Rochester) to find the answers. If you like our podcast, please consider supporting it with a tax deductible donation. Research discussed Consumer Preferences, Product Characteristics, and Potentially Allergenic Ingredients in Best-selling Moisturizers Early Life Cheek Skin Barrier Changes are Associated with Atopic Dermatitis Development Prevention of IgE-Mediated Food Allergy: Emerging Strategies Through Maternal and Neonatal Interventions

Could injectable drugs called "biologics" stop eczema by teaching a child's developing immune system to be less reactive? Dr. Amy Paller from Northwestern University Chicago and Dr. Elaine Siegfried from Saint Louis University in Missouri discuss stopping or tapering biologics and what happens to the immune system when we are on them. If you like our podcast, please consider supporting it with a tax deductible donation. Research discussed Clinical remission and therapy-free remission in pediatric patients with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis treated with dupilumab Factors Associated with Remission of Eczema in Children Persistence of Mild to Moderate Atopic Dermatitis Longitudinal atopic dermatitis control and persistence vary with timing of disease onset in children

How much influence does the gut microbiome have on developing eczema or allergies? Turns out, quite a lot. Join this special excerpt from our research symposium to learn how antibiotics in pregnancy and early childhood increases eczema risk and how adding "biotics" might prevent it in the first place. Our speakers are Dr. David Margolis (University of Pennsylvania) and Dr. Nikole Kimes (Siolta Therapeutics). If you like our podcast, please consider supporting it with a tax deductible donation.