On World Atopic Eczema Day – September 14, we launched a petition that we hope will be a turning point to everyone in Australia that is impacted by eczema.

We will lobby our State and Federal Health Systems to recognise and provide dedicated support to the millions of Australians suffering the long term physical, psychological and financial impacts of eczema.

If you haven’t already, please show your support by signing this petition #SaveOurSkin.

Please take the challenge – share the petition with at least 5 people you know. The more signatures we gather, the stronger our voice and together we have a greater power to really change lives.

We are deeply grateful to the 800+ supporters who have already signed and shared the petition. Many have also shared their personal challenges that eczema brings to their lives. 

Benjamin shared his challenge: "My 6 year old son has battled severe eczema all of his life.  It affects his sleep, his ability to fight illness, his concentration and being able play many sports.  Numerous important medical breakthroughs are happening now that need to made affordable through the pharmaceutical benefits scheme. Political awareness is important in this fight."

This petition, along with the research findings will be presented to key decision makers along with our call for dedicated department funding and recognition of atopic eczema as a chronic and burdensome disease.

Please sign and share the petition.  Together we can change lives.