In conjunction with the World Atopic Eczema Day, the Asian Society of Pediatric Dermatology (ASPD) is organizing the annual ASPD Eczema Education Week 2026, with an exciting lineup of programmes and activities for both Healthcare Professionals and the public across Asia! The highly anticipated Public Forum “Truth vs Myth: Understanding Childhood Eczema” aims to provide a platform for everyone to gain more awareness about this condition through live interaction with pediatric dermatology experts!
This year’s ASPD Eczema Education Week is supported by the International Society of Atopic Dermatitis (ISAD) and the International Society of Pediatric Dermatology (ISPD).
Campaign Highlights & Core Components
- Month-Long Digital Campaign
A comprehensive social media educational series running from the end of August throughout September, featuring interactive product giveaways open to participants across Asia to drive public engagement - English Public Forum livestreamed
Date & Time: 12 September 2026 (Saturday) 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM GMT+8
Focus: Busting common myths surrounding Atopic Dermatitis and announcing the first cohort of giveaway winners
Channel: YouTube Live - Bahasa Public Forum livestreamed
Date & Time: 12 September 2026 (Saturday) 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM GMT+8
Focus: Busting common myths surrounding Atopic Dermatitis in Bahasa Indonesia / Malay and announcing the second cohort of giveaway winners
Channel: YouTube Live - Healthcare Professional Webinar on “Pathogenesis and Diagnosis of AD”
Date & Time: 19 September 2026 (Saturday) 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM GMT+8
Channel: Zoom Webinar - Healthcare Professional Webinar on “Management of AD”
Date & Time: 20 September 2026 (Sunday) 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM GMT+8
Channel: Zoom Webinar
Event Highlights: Truth vs Myth: Understanding Childhood Eczema
Think you know childhood eczema? Think again!
Join us for a free public forum as we separate fact from fiction and explore common questions and myths about childhood eczema. From its causes and triggers, to allergy testing, topical steroids, prebiotics and cultural beliefs, our expert panel will share practical, evidence-based guidance to help parents and caregivers better understand eczema and its management.
Interested attendees may share with us your questions and have them answered live during the event! We will also host a lucky draw for a chance to win exciting prizes – stay tuned for more information!
