The International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS) is the world's largest and oldest organisation dedicated to global dermatology. #SkinHealth4theWorld
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🌍 Inside the Work of the ILDS: Skin Health for the World.
We bring together global dermatology societies to improve skin health through advocacy, education, and partnerships.
Watch our new video to see our work and impact: bit.ly/Get-toKnow-ILDS
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A major milestone for the Skin Observatory study: the primary outcomes paper was published in JAMA Dermatology in August 2026.
Based on data from 158 countries, the study reveals significant disparities in access to skin health care worldwide.
🌍 skinobservatory.org/press-pu…
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Tomorrow: join us live for the latest ILDS webinar on #Paediatric #Dermatology. 3 expert speakers will share practical knowledge across important areas of care, from recognising dermatological emergencies to managing #atopicdermatitis and more.
▶️ bit.ly/ILDSWebinar-Sept2026
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📍 Where you live can shape your access to skin health care.
Africa has just 0.26 dermatologists per 100,000 people, compared with 6.0 in Europe. Addressing these workforce gaps is key to improving access to skin disease diagnosis and care worldwide.
🌍 skinobservatory.org/
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"Through time he improved, and the most important thing is he regained hope."
Dr Bisaya Mohammed Abubecker shares the story of a patient who travelled 100+ km for skin care in Eastern Ethiopia. A reminder that access means more than treatment 🌍 piped.video/watch?v=ZmCV5256…
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📊 74% of countries do not consider skin health a national priority.
The Skin Observatory Study is helping identify policy gaps and opportunities to improve access to skin health care worldwide.
🔗 skinobservatory.org/
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🔬 Only 17 out of every 100 people worldwide live in a country with enough dermatologists to meet population needs and 12 of those are in Europe. The Global Access to Skin Health Observatory highlights major workforce gaps & inequalities in skin health.
skinobservatory.org
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For the first time, global access to skin health can be seen in one place 🌍
Data from 158 countries reveals major gaps in dermatology care and highlights where action is needed most.
Explore the data and help drive progress towards skin health for all: skinobservatory.org
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More than 2 billion people live with skin disease, yet access to care is often lowest where the burden is highest.
New #SkinObservatory findings across 158+ countries reveal global disparities in dermatological care.
Learn more: skinobservatory.org
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🏅 Nominations are now open for the ILDS Certificate of Appreciation 2027!
Recognising dermatologists whose leadership, service and dedication are advancing skin health worldwide.
Please check your email inboxes for further details 📆 Nominations open until: 31 October 2026.
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Atopic eczema affects 230+ million people worldwide, yet its medical, social and economic burden often goes unseen. This #WorldAtopicEczemaDay, we support #BreakTheInvisibleBurden and the global work of @globalADatlas to improve understanding and care.
atopicdermatitisatlas.org
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What can the world learn from countries already confronting drug-resistant fungal skin infections?
Join ILDS & CDC for a live discussion on resistant dermatophytoses with Prof Ananta Khurana, Prof Ditte Saunte and Dr Esther Freeman.
17 Sept | 11:30 GMT: bit.ly/ILDS-CDC-Webinar2026
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Applications are now open for the ILDS-IFD DermLink 2027 Grants Programme, supporting projects that strengthen dermatology care in underserved communities around the world.
📅 Apply by 9 October 2026
Find out more and apply: bit.ly/DermLink_2027
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What is the global dermatology community doing to advance #SkinHealth4theWorld? Our new ILDS Member Initiatives Directory 2026 brings together 64 articles from 61 societies, showcasing the ideas, programmes & projects making a difference across dermatology bit.ly/ILDS-Member-Directory…
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Skin bleaching is not simply a cosmetic choice. Products can contain harmful ingredients that pose serious risks to skin and overall health.
Everyone deserves access to safe skincare and trusted information.
Learn more: ilds.org/safe-skin
#MovementForSafeSkin
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Welcome to the ILDS Community! 🎉Join us in extending a warm welcome to the International Society for Tumescent Anaesthesia Liposuction, who has recently joined the ILDS as an Observer Society! 🌍🤝
Find out how your society can get involved ilds.org/membership/!
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We’re live tomorrow with Prof Branka Marinović, President of the EADV.
She’ll join ILDS to reflect on her journey into dermatology leadership, the experiences that shaped her career and what she’s learned along the way.
31 August | 13:00 GMT
Register: bit.ly/ILDSWebinar-August202…
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🚨 Happening today: Implementation and Health Policy
Our next Global Dermato-Epidemiology Forum (GDEF) Seminar takes place today, with a timely conversation on what it takes to move from evidence and expertise to action in skin health.
Register here: bit.ly/GDEF-Seminar-August20…
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The ILDS Strategic Working Group on Skin Bleaching brings together global experts across dermatology, psychology and anthropology to drive evidence-based action and advocacy on harmful skin-lightening practices. #MovementforSafeSkin
Learn more: bit.ly/ILDS-PressRelease-Ski…
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How can we bridge the gap between skin health policy and practice? 🌍
Join Dr Oiwoh, Prof Faye & Dr Fuller to explore the role of dermatologists in driving change.
📅 27 Aug | 12pm GMT
🔗 bit.ly/GDEF-Seminar-August20…
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Have your say on the future of global skin health. The @WHO is inviting feedback on the draft companion documents for the Global Action Plan on Skin Diseases 2026–2035 (GAP-SKIN).
📅 Share your feedback by 31 August 2026.
🔗 Review and take part: bit.ly/WHO-GAP-SKIN-Companio…
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