New acne program screens on August 10th
July 22, 2010A new Rural Health Education Foundation television program which evaluates treatment options for the common dermatological disorder acne vulgaris will air on Tuesday August 10th.
Acne Vulgaris: Not Just Skin Deep explores the benefits of antibiotics, hormonal agents, combination treatments, alternative therapies and laser therapy in the treatment of the condition, which can affect up to 85% of the population.
The live, hour-long program covers the potential psychological effects of acne and discusses the importance of progressive management plans in avoiding permanent scarring.
Preventing physical and emotional scarring
“For many people, acne is a transient part of growing up, but for some the condition may persist for years or even decades,” says Rural Health Education Foundation CEO Don Perlgut. “Those who are severely affected can suffer physical scarring, pain, anxiety and depression, and if they live in a rural or remote area they may have difficulty accessing specialist services.”
“This new program assists health professionals to identify the various types of acne, determine the level of severity, and consider appropriate treatment options and lifestyle modifications that are available to the patient.”
Presented by an expert panel
The program format is a panel discussion chaired by Dr Norman Swan, Presenter of the Health Report on ABC Radio National.
The panel of expert health practitioners features: Mr John Bell, a Pharmacist & Past President of the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia; Mrs Suzie Hoitink, a Registered Nurse & Founder of the Clear Complexions Clinics; Dr Parker Magin, a General Practitioner & Senior Lecturer at the University of Newcastle, NSW; Dr Neil Mann, Professor of Human Nutrition at RMIT, VIC; and Dr John Sullivan, a Consultant Dermatologist & Director of Research at the Skin & Cancer Foundation Australia in Darlinghurst, NSW.
Program funding
Acne Vulgaris: Not Just Skin Deep is funded by the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing.
Broadcast details
Acne Vulgaris: Not Just Skin Deep will be broadcast across the Rural Health Education Foundation’s satellite television network on Tuesday August 10th at 8.00pm (AEST), with repeats at 8.00pm Perth time that same evening (two hours later) and 12.30pm on Friday August 13th.
Also available on DVD and via web-streaming
DVD copies of this program will be available after the broadcast via our website. The program will also be available free on the Internet for viewing via web-streamed video or listening via an audio podcast.
About acne vulgaris
Although acne is a common dermatological disorder affecting as many as 85% of the population, it remains an issue fraught with psychological, emotional and physical effects. Acne affects 95-100% of adolescent boys and 83-85% of adolescent girls aged 16-17 years, and may also afflict neonates, the elderly, and mature women. Those who are severely affected frequently encounter emotional debilitation similar to that of many chronic diseases.
The successful management and treatment of acne vulgaris is heavily reliant on the pattern of the condition, the relative severity and distribution, as well as social circumstances. A progressive management plan is essential to avoid later permanent scarring.
More information
For more information about the Acne Vulgaris: Not Just Skin Deep program - including presenter details and associated educational resources - go to the online program summary, or contact the Foundation.