Better Knowledge. Better Skin Health.

Today (8 July) is World Skin Health Day – a global initiative raising awareness of a diverse range of skin conditions.

This year’s theme, ‘Better Knowledge. Better Skin Health’ highlights how greater awareness, education and shared learning can build stronger systems, improve access to care and support better skin health outcomes for people everywhere.

While often not fatal, skin conditions can significantly impact quality of life. Yet, skin health is often overlooked in health policies.

Skin Health – The Facts

• Over three billion people worldwide lack proper access to dermatological care
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• Living with a skin condition can impose significant social stigma and mental health challenges, impacting overall wellbeing
• Managing a chronic skin condition requires daily treatment and frequent medical appointments, placing a burden on individuals’ personal and professional lives
• Some countries have less than one dermatologist per million population, increasing the burden of untreated skin conditions.

Further information can be found can on the full 2026 ‘Access to Care and Skin Health Burden’ factsheet.

What are the main aims of World Skin Health Day?

• Change perceptions and treatments of skin diseases
• Contribute to awareness campaigns and workshops
• Share skin stories globally to highlight skin health issues

To get involved and keep up to date with World Skin Health Day, visit www.worldskinday.org and follow @worldskinday across all social media platforms.