Jo Waters—United Kingdom8 minUncovering the hidden risks of psoriasis comorbiditiesThe painful skin condition is linked with non-communicable diseases like cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and mental illness....
Josephine Chinele—Malawi7 minHow scabies outbreak keeps Malawian children out of schoolWhile Malawian authorities downplay scabies as a minor ailment, a local non-governmental organisation is determined to ensure no child...
Cæcilie Bachdal Johansen—Denmark4 minSephora Kids skincare overuse calls for responsible action The recent phenomenon of children overconsuming skincare and makeup underscores the urgent need for informed guidance and responsible...
Becky McCall — United Kingdom7 minFighting light skin bias in UK’s South Asian diaspora South Asian communities in the UK continue to grapple with toxic side effects of skin lightening practices. There is hope the younger...
Danny Buckland — United Kingdom8 minWhy skin cancer remains under-diagnosed in people of colourEquitable access to healthcare systems informed by diversity can lead to timely diagnosis and cure for melanoma among people of colour.
Zarina Geloo — Zambia7 minAfrica’s toxic dalliance with skin lightenersRooted in colourism, the growing market for skin bleaching products is spawning a public health crisis across Africa.
Angela Tufvesson — Hong Kong1 minEditor’s letterDear reader and health advocate, February marks the launch of our special report on the global skin disease burden. Skin disease may...