Ottawa Dermatologist Honoured by Ministry of Health and Social Services in Iqaluit
OTTAWA, Sept. 23 – Dr. Robert Jackson, of the Division of Dermatology, University of Ottawa, and former president of the Canadian Dermatology Association (CDA), was honoured for over 10 years of providing dermatology services to the eastern portion of Nunavut, encouraging the use of telehealth for dermatology consultations and as a leader among medical specialists providing services from Ottawa.The Honourable Olayuk Akesuk, Minister of Health and Social Services presented a certificate of appreciation to Dr. Jackson during the official launch and news conference for CDA’s national Eczema Awareness campaign, held in Iqaluit on September 13, 2008. Also in attendance were Dr. Larry Warshawski, president of the Canadian Dermatology Association, Alex Campbell, deputy health and social services minister and Dr. Bruce Peterkin, assistant deputy minister.
“Dr. Jackson has worked with us for many, many years to improve the delivery of our dermatological service and has been very supportive of the family of doctors and nurses working in Nunavut.” said the Honourable Olayuk Akesuk. “Both the Canadian Dermatology Association and the Ottawa dermatologists’ advocacy in skin health issues and leadership in continued medical and public education and awareness raising are commendable.”
The launch was held in Iqaluit in tandem with the meeting of the Division of Dermatology, University of Ottawa also being held on Baffin Island. This extraordinary meeting was the first clinical medical meeting ever held in Nunavut.
About 30% of the Inuit population have eczema, which is 10% higher than the Canadian average. For the first time CDA published a public education brochure in Inuktitut in an effort to provide needed information to the Inuit community. The material was warmly received.
More about Eczema
Over six million Canadians (1 in 5) are affected by eczema (dermatitis) and the total cost in Canada is estimated to be $1.4 billion annually. CDA’s public education campaign is designed to provide eczema sufferers (patients and family members) with important information on how to control and manage the pain, discomfort and embarrassment of eczema.
CDA’s Eczema Public Education Materials:
The CDA’s national campaign aims to dispel the myth that eczema is contagious, provide information on how to treat and manage eczema, identify common types of eczema and when patients need to see a dermatologist, create awareness of the social and economic impact and emotional consequences of dealing with eczema.
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About CDA
The Canadian Dermatology Association, founded in 1925, represents Canadian dermatologists. The association exists to advance the science and art of medicine and surgery related to the health of the skin, hair and nails; provide continuing professional development for its members; support and advance patient care; provide public education on sun protection and other aspects of skin health; and promote a lifetime of healthier skin, hair and nails.
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