About
About World Skin Health Day
World Skin Health Day is a global initiative by the International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS) and the International Society of Dermatology (ISD) that occurs on 8 July with the purpose of educating people about the significance of skin health and encouraging discussion and actions that work towards improving skin health.
Why is World Skin Health Day important?
World Skin Health Day is important globally because it:
Promotes education
around disparities in skin health access
Advocates for equality
around skin health access
Encourages people to get involved
and provide skin health access to those in need
Fosters a sense of community
and promotes visibility for underserved communities
Highlights the importance of skin health access
to mental, physical, and emotional health
Discover Ways to Participate in
World Skin Health Day
Raise Awareness
Inspire action on social media through engaging posts, stories, and live chats.
Provide Care
Make a difference for underserved patients through outreach clinics, patient training, or volunteer days.
Educational Events
Organize impactful educational events like conferences, webinars, podcasts, exhibitions, or rallies.
Skin Health Facts
Healthy skin is crucial for our overall wellbeing.
Over 3 billion people worldwide lack proper access to dermatological care.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is World Skin Health Day?
Initiated in 2013, World Skin Health Day is a collaborative effort by the International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS) and the International Society of Dermatology (ISD).
The day is dedicated to enhancing global skin health awareness, understanding skin diseases, and expanding access to dermatological services. Mark your calendars: from 2024, we’ll celebrate 8 July, offering flexible scheduling to accommodate all participants.
When is World Skin Health Day celebrated?
WSHD will now be celebrated annually on 8 July. This year’s theme, ‘Skin Health for All’, highlights our overarching campaign goal and emphazises the importance of awareness, education, and equal access to dermatological care.
How can I get involved?
This day is meant to encourage discussions and actions that work towards improving skin health, and you can get involved in many different ways.
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Raise Awareness: Inspire action on social media through engaging posts, stories, and live chats
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Provide Care: Make a difference for underserved patients through outreach clinics, patient training, or volunteer days.
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Educational Events: Organize impactful educational events like conferences, webinars, podcasts, exhibitions, or rallies.
Visit our ‘Get Involved’ page for more information and helpful resources.
Why is skin health important?
Researchers estimate that there are 3000+ skin diseases affecting over 1.8 billion people globally. In some countries, there is less
than 1 dermatologist per million population, increasing the reservoir of poorly treated patients. Over 1 Billion people in need lack
access to dermatological care. In some regions, individuals travel up to eight hours to access the nearest clinic. In some areas, waiting times for a dermatologist appointment can reach two years.
Are there any official hashtags for World Skin Health Day?
Yes, there are. Make sure to tag us @worldskinday and use #skinhealthforall and #WSHD2024
2024 Supporters
As this year will be the first year where WSHD will be celebrated on one particular day, the ILDS and ISD wanted to launch an extensive campaign for their members, partners and anyone with an interest in participating on 8 July.
A campaign was developed with the support of CeraVe Care for All and a toolkit with helpful resources has been published on Social Media and on this website. In addition, CeraVe Care for All provided support for the ILDS and ISD to organise 6 regional events around the world to raise awareness on skin health and to inspire their members to organise events in future years.
WSHD is grateful for the collaboration with CeraVe Care for All and all their support for the 2024 campaign and activities.