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

About this episode

Dr. Jonathan Silverberg discusses how relocation and weather conditions affect eczema and skin health.

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…

People in this episode

Host: Abby Tai

Guest: Dr. Jonathan Silverberg

Topics covered

• eczema
• skin health
• climate impact
• relocation effects
• weather influence
• dermatology

Keywords

• eczema triggers
• skin health
• climate effects
• dermatologist advice
• humidity
• precipitation
• USA eczema rates
• African American eczema

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Eczema Conquerors, Conquer Your Eczema

Places: USA, humid states, high precipitation states, African Americans, Caucasian children

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