National Eczema Association

National Eczema Association NEA is the driving force for an eczema community fueled by knowledge, strengthened through collective action and propelled by the promise for a better future.

The National Eczema Association (NEA) is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors and a prestigious Scientific Advisory Council. Founded in 1988, NEA is widely regarded as the largest, most influential and most representative eczema patient advocacy organization in the United States.

06/05/2026

The conversations men with eczema have about their skin, their confidence and their health don't always happen out loud. Not at work. Not with the people closest to them.

This Men's Health Month, NEA Ambassadors and community members are changing that, one honest conversation at a time.

First up: NEA Ambassador Brian Glaze, a husband, father and caregiver, shares what those early days of navigating eczema in his family looked like, including the moment he and his wife discovered their 1-year-old had been scratching his legs bloody from his knees to his ankles, quietly, in his room, without anyone knowing.

This is Unhiding Eczema in Men. 💙

Are you conducting research that could change the future of eczema care? Our 2026 eczema research grant cycle is now ope...
06/05/2026

Are you conducting research that could change the future of eczema care? Our 2026 eczema research grant cycle is now open.

Four categories are available, from $5,000 Engagement Grants for emerging investigators to $100,000 Eczema Champion Grants for proven researchers.

Since 2004, we have invested over $4.9 million in eczema research, and more than one-third of grant recipients have also received National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding.

Apply online now: https://bit.ly/3YBHu5j

Living Well with Eczema is bringing trusted eczema education, experts and support to communities across the country. Wh...
06/04/2026

Living Well with Eczema is bringing trusted eczema education, experts and support to communities across the country.

Whether you’re living with eczema or caring for someone who is, this one-day, in-person event is designed to help you build confidence in eczema management and connect with practical tools, resources and support.

Plus, the first 100 registrants will receive an eczema skincare kit featuring Seal of Acceptanceâ„¢ moisturizing essentials from Aestura USA, CeraVe Skincare, La Roche-Posay and Mustela USA.

Join us at an event near you: https://NationalEczema.org/living-well-with-eczema/

If Living Well isn’t coming to your community this year, you can still explore trusted educational resources and support at http://NationalEczema.org.

06/04/2026

Topical steroid withdrawal (TSW) is a serious condition that is distinct from eczema. In this video, eczema ecz-pert Dr. Peter Lio, Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology and Pediatrics at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, breaks down what TSW is and how to recognize it.

Learn more about TSW, including risk factors, management and prevention tips, at https://bit.ly/3RFIZyP.

As part of NEA's Virtual Hill Day, NEA Ambassador Ar Ducao joined more than 40 Ambassadors who collectively met with 60+...
06/03/2026

As part of NEA's Virtual Hill Day, NEA Ambassador Ar Ducao joined more than 40 Ambassadors who collectively met with 60+ legislative offices across 19 states to advocate for eczema legislation. Ar participated two years in a row, and their conversations with legislators have helped move policy forward.

Read their full story: https://bit.ly/3Qmg4PM 💙

Living with atopic dermatitis (AD) can mean navigating sleep disruptions, mental health challenges and financial burdens...
06/02/2026

Living with atopic dermatitis (AD) can mean navigating sleep disruptions, mental health challenges and financial burdens as part of daily life.

Yet care conversations with healthcare providers often focus primarily on the visible skin symptoms and appearance.

That's why we're proud to share that two NEA Ambassadors, Charlene Miciano and Julian Rizza, helped co-develop a new article in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD): "In Our Own Words: Patient-Identified Priorities for Eczema Care Conversations."

The article calls on providers to look beyond visible symptoms and engage with the full lived experience of people with eczema and their caregivers, offering a practical roadmap to do just that.

What makes this article truly stand out is who helped write it. We sat down with Charlene and Julian to hear what the process meant to them, what they hope changes and what they want providers to know. Read more: https://nationaleczema.org/blog/why-eczema-patients-are-calling-for-a-new-kind-of-care-conversation/

06/02/2026

Snail mucin, skin flooding, red light therapy. Social media makes every skincare trend look like a must-try, but for eczema-prone skin, not all of them hold up.

Dr. Ingrid Polcari, Associate Professor of Dermatology and Pediatrics at the UMN Department of Dermatology, breaks down what may actually help, what to skip and how to adapt popular routines for eczema-prone skin.

If you missed the live webinar last month, the recording is available now: https://bit.ly/435zjA5 💙

Behind every eczema diagnosis is a real story. This Men's Health Month, we're sharing the experiences of men who live wi...
06/01/2026

Behind every eczema diagnosis is a real story. This Men's Health Month, we're sharing the experiences of men who live with it every day, like Vineet.

Vineet has had eczema his entire life. By the time he reached his pre-medical studies in college, his symptoms had become so severe that doctors told him he met criteria for inpatient hospitalization. He wrote his medical school application essays anyway, studied for the MCAT and got in.

Now a radiologist practicing in Columbus, Ohio, Vineet talks about what those years looked like, what kept him going and what finally helped him manage his eczema.

Read his story: https://nationaleczema.org/blog/if-you-can-overcome-eczema/ 💙

Shorts, tank tops and pool parties hit differently when you're in the middle of a flare. The heat, the sweat, the stares...
05/31/2026

Shorts, tank tops and pool parties hit differently when you're in the middle of a flare. The heat, the sweat, the stares? It's a lot. And the pressure to just enjoy the season can make it even harder.

Helen Piña, Itchy Pineapple, has lived with atopic dermatitis for most of her life, and she gets it. She's sharing five ways to feel good in your skin this summer on the good days and when flaring.

Read her tips: https://nationaleczema.org/blog/body-image-eczema/

These numbers tell a story of everyday Americans living with eczema, caring for loved one, navigating healthcare and so ...
05/30/2026

These numbers tell a story of everyday Americans living with eczema, caring for loved one, navigating healthcare and so much more.

Every dollar moves us closer to improving the quality of life for the millions of people comprising this community.

Look what we've built together. Now imagine what we can do next. Support eczema research: https://bit.ly/3V70uEl

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