New project to promote skin health in PH

The Philippines is no stranger to natural calamities. According to the World Economic Forum, from 1995 to 2015, there were a recorded 130 million Filipinos affected by natural disasters. In 2015 alone, the Philippines was the fourth highest ranking disaster-hit country in the world.

While most efforts are focused on immediate disaster relief, a common concern that is often overlooked is skin health. Based on data from the World Health Organization, Skin Disease was the third op cause of morbidity in Philippine evacuation centers. Exposure to the elements and overcrowded living conditions can aggravate simple skin concerns, like extremely dry skin, cuts and burns, and turn them into serious skin health issues if left untreated.