Face Up To Rosacea: Galderma Launches Online Support to Empower and Equip Rosacea Sufferers to Discuss the True Burden of Their Disease With a Dermatologist

New 'Face up to rosacea' campaign comprising online content and a
downloadable, personalized patient appointment guide, equips people
living with the distressing skin disease to seek expert support to
help break the cycle of rosacea and aim for long-term treatment
success

Lausanne, Switzerland (ots/PRNewswire) - Launched today,
Galderma's new Face up to rosacea campaign aims to help close the
communication gap between people with rosacea and dermatologists. A
one-stop shop for online rosacea support, the campaign website -
www.faceuptorosacea.com - enables people that have been diagnosed
with rosacea to create and download a personalized appointment guide,
helping them open up about the physical and emotional burden rosacea
can cause and drive conversations about long-term treatment success.

Rosacea is a disease which is estimated to affect around 415
million people worldwide.1 It's a visible condition often
characterised by symptoms such as flushing, persistent erythema
(redness), and inflammatory lesions. Galderma's research has revealed
that the impact of invisible symptoms such as stinging, burning and
emotional distress, can be underestimated by healthcare
professionals.2

"During your next appointment, help the dermatologist fully
understand what is bothering you specifically about your rosacea,
both physically and emotionally," says Dr. Linda Stein-Gold, Division
Head of Dermatology at the Henry Ford Health System in Michigan, USA.
"Every one of our patients is unique and going through a different
rosacea journey; the more we understand about your personal journey,
the more tailored a treatment plan we can create with you. We are
here to support you and get the results you want!"

The Face up to rosacea website guides the user through a series of
questions relating to their individual signs and symptoms, how their
rosacea makes them feel and what treatments they have used in the
past, before creating a personalized appointment guide for the user
to take to their next consultation.

Recognising the importance of transparency between people with
rosacea and dermatologists, Face up to rosacea aims to give patients
the confidence to speak out about the true impact of their disease,
enabling dermatologists to better understand each person's individual
needs. "Galderma is committed to advancing rosacea patient care. By
listening to the views of rosacea sufferers and healthcare
professionals (HCPs) from around the World we identified an
opportunity to support the patient-HCP dialogue in a really tangible
way. The new patient appointment guide has the potential to truly
revolutionize future rosacea appointments, leading to better
outcomes," says Kamel Chaouche MD PhD, Head of Global Medical
Affairs, Prescription, Galderma.

"Great consultations start when you as the patient come to the
visit with a list of signs, symptoms and triggers that bother you and
what treatments you've tried before that have or haven't worked. With
this information, we can really customize your treatment plan to you
and only you and ultimately help you break the cycle of rosacea,"
says Dr. Melinda Gooderham, Medical Director at the SKiN Centre for
Dermatology in Ontario, Canada.

Visit www.faceuptorosacea.com to create and download your
personalized appointment guide to take to your next appointment.

References:

1. National Rosacea Society 2018. New Study Finds 415 Million People
May Suffer from Rosacea Worldwide. Available at: https://www.rosac
ea.org/press/2018/july/new-study-finds-415-million-people-may-suff
er-from-rosacea-worldwide. Last accessed: October 2019.
2. Rosacea: Beyond the visible online report. Available at:
http://hosted.bmj.com/rosaceabeyondthevisible. Last accessed:
October 2019.

About Rosacea

Rosacea is a common inflammatory skin disease that presents
variable clinical characteristics, of which the most common are
flushing, persistent erythema, and inflammatory lesions. It mainly
affects the central areas of the face, such as the cheeks and nose.
The disease can affect both adult men and women, usually after the
age of 30. Additionally, symptoms such as stinging, burning and
increased sensitivity of the skin are common. The eyes are often
affected, and might present as red, dry or itchy.

Although the cause of the disease is still under debate, various
trigger factors are known, including spicy foods, alcohol, emotional
stress, sun/UV-exposure, hot baths and hot beverages. Demodex,
generally harmless mites, can also be found in the skin in an
elevated quantity in people with rosacea.

Rosacea may worsen over time if left untreated. People that
suspect they suffer from rosacea should visit their dermatologist or
healthcare provider for diagnosis and discuss what treatment is right
for them. Because rosacea is a highly visible disease, it is known to
cause embarrassment and anxiety in some patients, which in turn may
cause frustration and have a negative impact on their social life.

About Face up to rosacea

Face up to rosacea is a global awareness campaign, launched in
October 2019 by Galderma. The campaign aims to close the
communication gap between people with rosacea and dermatologists. By
encouraging meaningful conversations between the two parties, rosacea
sufferers will become increasingly aware of the advancement of
treatment options now available from their dermatologist to help them
break free from the negative cycle of rosacea.

About Galderma

Galderma, the world's largest independent global dermatology
company, was created in 1981 and is now present in over 100 countries
with an extensive product portfolio to treat a range of
dermatological conditions. The company partners with health care
practitioners around the world to meet the skin health needs of
people throughout their lifetime. Galderma is a leader in research
and development of scientifically defined and medically proven
innovative solutions for the skin. For more information, please visit
www.galderma.com.

Galderma media relations contact

Sébastien Cros
Global Communications
+41-21-642-76-94
media@galderma.com

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