Abstract
Abstract This is a commentary based on “The wow factor as a determinant of funding for disorders of the skin” Ryan 2015 published in Medical Military Research. It emphasises skincare for all practiced by all professions attending a failing skin. The functions of the skin are barrier, thermoregulation, sensory and communication. Community Dermatology is a branch of Dermatology seeking many partners focusing on low technology self help and repair of absent skin. It flourishes where there is altruism and both an attitude and technologies of caring.
Highlights
The article “The wow factor as a determinant of funding for disorders of the skin” published in Medical Military Research addresses a new skin care approach to meet the need of both individuals and communities with skin problems
It is believed that a special branch of dermatology must be set up to cover the public health requirements for interventions that provide repair of the skin in the fields of dermatology, wound healing,burns, lymphedema, and several neglected tropical diseases [1], viz: leprosy, lymphatic filariasis, podoconiosis, onchocerciasis, leishmaniasis, Yaws, and Buruli Ulcer This should appeal to young doctors and nurses with an interest in travel and many others who take a look first at the skin
Lymphoedema management focuses on body movement and reduction of overload
Summary
The article “The wow factor as a determinant of funding for disorders of the skin” published in Medical Military Research addresses a new skin care approach to meet the need of both individuals and communities with skin problems. It is believed that a special branch of dermatology must be set up to cover the public health requirements for interventions that provide repair of the skin in the fields of dermatology, wound healing ,burns , lymphedema, and several neglected tropical diseases [1], viz: leprosy, lymphatic filariasis , podoconiosis, onchocerciasis, leishmaniasis, Yaws, and Buruli Ulcer This should appeal to young doctors and nurses with an interest in travel and many others who take a look first at the skin. The concept was developed by a subcommittee of the International Society of Dermatology [2]. The interventions can be of many types according to the needs of different age groups taking into account prolonged living in the developed world, diverse locations and skin conditions in the developing and transitional world
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