Advice for people living with skin conditions
This website was designed by the British Association of Dermatologists to provide helpful, impartial information and advice on living with a skin condition. As well as information on skin diseases and treatments, we have tips on navigating the NHS, finding a dermatologist, how to get involved with research, advocating for local services, and much more.
Skin Cancer
This section will provide you with a brief overview of skin cancer
Sun Awareness
Awareness around sun protection and skin cancer
A-Z Skin Conditions
These patient information leaflets (PILs) are specially written by the BAD to help you understand more about a particular skin condition.
COVID-19 Vaccine FAQ
This resource answers common questions dermatology patients might have relating to COVID-19 vaccines
Latest News
This where you can find our latest press releases, news, and updates. Get the most up-to-date stories from the world of dermatology as they happen.
Steps to Getting Care
Here we outline a typical treatment journey, what you can expect, and how best to advocate for yourself.
Sun Awareness Leaflets & Posters
This section provides a range of leaflets and posters that we encourage people to download and use as part of sun awareness events and campaigns.
Patient Journeys
In this section, people who have experienced different treatment journeys share their stories.
Jargon Buster
We’ve compiled a list of common dermatology ‘jargon’ words or phrases and what they mean.
British Association of Dermatologists
British Association of Dermatologists
If you are healthcare professional looking for the main BAD site, to access our member’s section, clinical guidelines, or service information, for example, then please click here.
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