A literature review conducted on climate change and atopic dermatitis (AD) reveals that climate change significantly affects atopic dermatitis (AD), influencing its prevalence, severity, and healthcare needs. The study examines the impact of ten climatic hazards and finds a mixed, but generally negative, impact on AD across different regions. The review, involving a multidisciplinary team, underscores the inconsistency of climate impacts on AD, with some areas like South Korea and the United States showing increased AD cases related to climatic events, while other studies show no clear link.

The researchers highlight the necessity for more comprehensive studies on AD in relation to climate change, advocating for an inclusive approach that considers various climatic factors and their interactions with elements like humidity and pollution. It also presents global maps correlating climatic hazards with changes in AD prevalence, indicating a direct impact on skin health and the need for proactive dermatological responses. The review calls for improved AD tracking and anticipation of its clinical impacts, urging the dermatological community to prioritize climate change in their practice and research for better health outcomes.

Reference: Kilgore C. Climate Change and AD: New Review Shows Negative Impacts, Unknowns. Medscape. Published March 1, 2024. Accessed April 4, 2024. https://www.medscape.com/s/viewarticle/climate-change-and-ad-new-review-shows-negative-impacts-2024a100041t?form=fpf