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Position Statement on Atopic Dermatitis in Sub-Saharan Africa: current status and roadmap.
P Schmid-Grendelmeier1, R Takaoka2, K C Ahogo3
1Allergy Unit, Department of Dermatology, University Hospital, Zurich, Switzerland.
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology : JEADV
|November 13, 2019
Summary
Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common skin condition in Sub-Saharan Africa. A global meeting defined priorities for AD care, including medicine access and healthcare worker education.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Public Health
- Global Health
Background:
- The first International Society of Atopic Dermatitis (ISAD) meeting focused on atopic dermatitis (AD) in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA).
- The meeting convened 30 experts from 17 SSA countries, WHO, IFD, and specialists in telemedicine, AI, and TPE.
Purpose of the Study:
- To address the growing burden of atopic dermatitis in Sub-Saharan Africa.
- To define priorities for improving atopic dermatitis care and research in the region.
Main Methods:
- A global meeting was held in Geneva, Switzerland, in April 2019.
- Discussions involved international experts, healthcare organizations, and specialists.
Main Results:
- Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a highly prevalent chronic inflammatory skin disease in SSA.
- AD requires increased attention from the WHO and national health departments, alongside neglected tropical diseases.
Conclusions:
- A roadmap for AD care in SSA was established, prioritizing essential medicines, emollients, and enhanced education for primary healthcare workers.
- Addressing barriers like distance, limited resources, and lack of expertise is crucial.
- Initiatives for AD research in SSA were proposed, with follow-up meetings planned.
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