Eczema Breakthroughs

Eczema Breakthroughs

Global Parents for Eczema Research (GPER)

Episodes 55
Avg. Duration 23m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (10)
Since Feb 2020
Latest Episode May 2026

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Interviews with the leading scientists and innovators, hosted by Global Parents for Eczema Research (GPER), a non-profit led by parents of children with eczema. Like what we're doing? Consider donating to GPER at: www.parentsforeczemaresearch.com/donate Do you enjoy this podcast? Rate it on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Spotify! Learn more about GPER and subscribe to this podcast at: parentsforeczemaresearch.org

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Episode 55: “Smart” skin sprays, innovations in moisturizers and cleansers, and other “OTC” advances

May 21, 2026 14m

In Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Peter Lio, we take an in-depth look at non-prescription eczema strategies, focusing on over-the-counter (OTC) innovations, microbiome re-balancing treatments,…

New Eczema Treatments for Kids: Updates from the 2026 AAD Meeting and More

Apr 16, 2026 28m

Join us for an enlightening conversation about existing, newly approved, and "coming soon" treatments for kids suffering from eczema -- from pills, to injections, to creams. In this two-part series,…

Help your teen take charge of their eczema care—without turning it into a battle

Feb 19, 2026 26m

As children grow into teenagers, they want more independence. But eczema self-management, using treatments correctly, sticking to routines, and attending medical appointments is a big responsibility.…

Eating fat-rich foods and changing baby skincare: Insights for prevention from GPER-funded research

Jan 26, 2026 29m

Can what we eat feed the skin to help eczema? Does a baby’s gut microbiome play a role in eczema developing? And could simple everyday practices help prevent it?In this special edition podcast from…

Will Removing Foods Help Your Child’s Eczema—or Make Things Worse?

Nov 05, 2025 22m

Can specific foods trigger eczema and does avoiding them make eczema better? Many parents give it a try—but experts say it’s not the right approach. So what’s going on? We talk to Dr. Matthew Ridd, a…

From Foe to Friend: Could common skin fungi be harnessed to heal the skin barrier?

Oct 15, 2025 19m

Is everyday skin fungus playing a bigger role in eczema than we ever realized? What if the culprit behind cradle cap, dupilumab facial redness and eczema flare-ups in puberty is hiding in plain…

How to Choose & Use Products To Control Eczema: A Science-Backed Roadmap

Aug 28, 2025 38m

The devil is in the details, and in this episode of the Eczema Breakthroughs Podcast, we dive deep into smarter skin care for kids with eczema. Dr. Helen Brough (Director: Children’s Allergy Doctors,…

Staph’s secret superpower and their accomplice Streptococcus

May 22, 2025 13m

Two new studies from the Society for Investigative Dermatology (SID) conference reveal how Staph bacteria use clever strategies to disarm the skin's barrier maintenance function and work with other…

New nonsteroidal eczema cream approved for kids

Apr 30, 2025 22m

New treatment alert!  The FDA recently approved Tapinarof, applied as a cream, for kids 2 years and up.  We ask Dr. Leon Kircik from Icahn School of Medicine, NY, who led the clinical trials about…

Hot off the press - What researchers are talking about at AAAAI Allergy Conference.

Mar 20, 2025 16m

What to look out for in eczema moisturizers, why eczema babies have rosy red cheeks and can allergies transfer to baby from breast milk? Join Korey Capozza, Dr. Jessica Hui-Beckman (National Jewish…

Could biologic injectables change the eczema trajectory?

Feb 19, 2025 21m

Could injectable drugs called "biologics" stop eczema by teaching a child's developing immune system to be less reactive? Dr. Amy Paller from Northwestern University Chicago and Dr. Elaine Siegfried…

You are what you eat or, more precisely, what your MICROBIOME eats.

Nov 13, 2024 21m

How much influence does the gut microbiome have on developing eczema or allergies? Turns out, quite a lot. Join this special excerpt from our research symposium to learn how antibiotics in pregnancy…

Can Traditional Chinese Medicine treat eczema?

Oct 22, 2024 21m

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) uses biological extracts to treat disease. Eczema sufferers may take a herbal bath, apply a specially formulated cream or drink herbal tea as part of TCM…

How to get smiles while applying moisturizer, sleep strategies and other eczema care advice

Sep 14, 2024 25m

Are you feeling lost and don’t know where to find trusted advice on managing eczema? Introducing ECZHALE, your one-stop-shop for reliable information and resources on eczema care. Join Dr. Jennifer…

Could we take a pill to eradicate Staph aureus on the skin?

Jul 24, 2024 19m

Is getting rid of Staph aureus in the gut the key to improving eczema? And can we control it without antibiotics? Join us as we ask these questions and more of Dr. Michael Otto, Chief of the Pathogen…

Who gets eczema and who grows out of it - and why? Are detergents, antibiotics and tiny plastics to blame?

Jun 27, 2024 17m

Korey Capozza travels to Spain for the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology Congress where she speaks to researchers that are trying to explain the allergy epidemic and what we can do…

Pregnancy and the allergic trajectory

May 29, 2024 20m

Could the diet and lifestyle of a mother during pregnancy influence whether her baby will develop eczema? Our podcast guests are studying the role that diet and the gut microbiome play in…

New Eczema Guidelines from the Allergy Societies: Takeaways and Surprises

May 29, 2024 19m Transcript

Frustrated by eczema care that ignores patient priorities? New guidelines from the medical societies for allergists and immunologists may help change that. These guidelines were informed by the views…

Research Highlights from the American Academy of Dermatology Meeting 2024

Mar 21, 2024 14m

Five GPER staff members attended the American Academy of Dermatology conference in February, the biggest gathering of dermatologists worldwide.  We bring you the newest treatments and latest research…

Is the gut microbiome the key to allergic disease?

Feb 13, 2024 18m

Could we cure allergies by taking probiotics or transplanting the gut microbiome from a healthy person? What does all this mean for eczema/allergy prevention? To find out, join our conversation with…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Eczema Breakthroughs have?

Eczema Breakthroughs has published 55 episodes since February 2020, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Kids & Family.

Is Eczema Breakthroughs still active?

Eczema Breakthroughs is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 23m.

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