The Eczema Podcast

The Effects of Relocation and Weather (Sun, UV, Rain) on Skin: Research - S7E19 [REBROADCAST]

The Eczema Podcast

Show Notes

In this enlightening episode, Dr. Jonathan Silverberg, a renowned dermatologist, explores how climate and relocation impact eczema and overall skin health. Learn which climates are most likely to trigger eczema and the reasons behind these effects. Dr. Silverberg reveals why moving to the USA can increase your eczema risk by 48% after living there for a decade and how living in humid or high precipitation states affects your odds of developing eczema. ​ Does your eczema flare up more in certain weather? Listen in to gain valuable insights and practical advice on managing your skin health amidst changing environmental factors. ​ In This Podcast, You'll Get to Learn: ​ – What climates can trigger your eczema (and why)? – Which areas in the USA have the highest and lowest rates of eczema – Why the risk of eczema increases by 48% after moving to the US (and living there for 10 years) – Why living in a humid state can decrease your odds of getting eczema – Why living in a high precipitation state can increase your odds of getting eczema by 30% – Why African Americans have twice the rate of eczema in childhood compared to Caucasian children ​ Get my free eBook on 6 Ways to Clear Eczema: https://bit.ly/FreeClearEczemaEbook ​ Book a free eczema breakthrough call to help you conquer eczema: https://www.conqueryoureczema.com/client-results ​ Visit www.eczemaconquerors.com for more support. ----------------- For more eczema tips, follow Abby on: Facebook - www.facebook.com/eczemaconquerors Instagram - www.instagram.com/eczemaconquerors YouTube - ​ www.youtube.com/eczemaconquerors

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